Bill would redirect 9/11 security fee fully to airport screening

What does this do?

This bill increases the required annual funding for the Aviation Security Capital Fund from $250 million to $500 million starting in fiscal year 2026. It also creates a new Aviation Security Checkpoint Technology Fund that would get an additional $250 million per year for screening equipment, and it states Congress's intent to end other diversion of the 9/11 fee by 2027.

Who does it affect?

Airline passengers who pay the 9/11 Security Fee, the Transportation Security Administration, and airports that may receive upgraded screening technology.

Why does it matter?

Redirecting fee revenue toward security purposes would reduce the amount available for other government spending that has relied on this money in the past.

What does it cost, and who pays?

• Capital fund rises to $500M/year
• New $250M/year tech fund
• Reimbursements allowed since Jan 2023