Congress Proposes Bill to Keep TSA Funded and Airports Running During Government Shutdowns
Stalled
No legislative action in over 90 days.
TSA employs roughly 50,000 workers who are typically forced to work without pay during government shutdowns. This bill would ensure they continue receiving their paychecks by automatically funding TSA operations for up to 180 days during any lapse in appropriations, sparing these workers from the financial hardship of missed paychecks during political standoffs.
Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Keep Air Travel Safe Act
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