TSA could pilot faster airport screening for military families
Passed one chamberH.R. 9328Latest action
Sponsor: Sheri Biggs · Representative · SC
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Official title: Improving Travel for Military Members Act
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
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TSA may launch a three-year pilot offering faster airport security screening for active-duty troops and their families.
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What does this do?
The bill lets, but does not require, TSA to create a pilot program speeding up security screening for active-duty military members and their traveling families. If launched, it must start within 60 days of enactment, follow existing Secure Flight risk-status rules, and run for three years unless extended.
Who does it affect?
Active-duty service members and their families who travel by air, plus airports near military bases that may be chosen to host the pilot.
Why does it matter?
Faster screening lanes could only be added if security is not weakened, and local TSA managers would retain flexibility to open or close lanes based on airport congestion.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJun 18, 2026
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Jul 14, 2026
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.