The bill extends the Reimbursable Screening Services Program through fiscal year 2031, expanding the number of participating airports from eight to 14. The program allows airports to enter into agreements with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to provide security screening services using non-TSA personnel. The bill aims to improve efficiency and flexibility of security screening at airports and could impact airport operations and TSA procedures.
Reimbursable Screening Services Program Extension Act of 2026
This bill extends the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Reimbursable Screening Services Program through FY2031. The bill also allows TSA to expand the pilot program to up to 14 locations, from the current limit of not more than 8 locations.
The Reimbursable Screening Services Program is a pilot program that allows TSA to be reimbursed for establishing and providing screening services outside an airport terminal’s existing primary screening area for passengers.