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LEGISLATION/H.R. 8049

End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act of 2026

119-HR-8049119th CongressIntroduced Mar 24, 2026Transportation and Public Works
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Status
Introduced
Committee
Floor Vote
Other Chamber
Signed
Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.

Sponsor

Rep. Hinson, Ashley [R-IA-2](R-IA-2)
2 cosponsors

Summary

End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act of 2026

This bill prohibits the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) from providing a Member of Congress with expedited or preferential access to or through airport security screenings.

Specifically, TSA funds may not be used to 

  • exempt a Member of Congress from TSA passenger and baggage screening, or
  • provide a Member of Congress with priority or expedited access to a screening location based on their position.

TSA must update its policies and procedures to ensure compliance with this bill.

Actions (4)

Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.
Mar 25, 2026House committee actions
Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Mar 24, 2026House floor actions
Introduced in House
Mar 24, 2026Library of Congress
Introduced in House
Mar 24, 2026Library of Congress