Bill would expand private airport security screening program to 14 airports
Passed one chamberH.R. 9391Latest action
Sponsor: Andrew R. Garbarino · Representative · NY
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Official title: Reimbursable Screening Services Program Extension Act of 2026
119th Congress
Topics: Jobs & the economy
Introduced:
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The bill extends TSA's private screening program through 2031 and raises the airport cap from 8 to 14.
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What does this do?
This bill extends TSA's reimbursable screening services program, which lets airports pay private companies to handle security screening, through 2031 instead of letting it expire in 2026. It also raises the cap on participating airports from eight to fourteen.
Who does it affect?
Airports, airlines, and travelers at participating airports are directly affected, along with private security screening companies that contract with them. TSA staffing and resource management is also affected at a larger number of airports.
Why does it matter?
More airports could opt to pay for private screening instead of relying solely on TSA's standard staffing process, changing how screening is delivered at those locations. The general flying public may be affected indirectly through changes in screening operations at participating airports.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJun 23, 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.