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S 4073

Transportation Security Administration Pay Act of 2026

119th Congress Introduced by Michael Bennet and 8 co-sponsors

S 4073 provides emergency TSA funding during February 2026 appropriations lapse to maintain airport security staffing and operations without service disruption.

Introduced in Senate
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Bill Summary · S 4073

Legislative bill overview

S 4073 is a continuing appropriations bill that provides temporary funding for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) during a federal funding lapse beginning February 14, 2026. The bill ensures TSA personnel can continue operations and receive pay when regular appropriations expire, preventing service disruptions at airports and borders.

Why is this important

TSA is critical infrastructure responsible for airport security screening and transportation security operations nationwide. Without continuing appropriations during funding lapses, TSA officers work without pay, creating staffing shortages, security vulnerabilities, and widespread airport delays that affect millions of travelers and the economy.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of funding: Questions about what specific TSA operations and salary levels are covered versus excluded under "essential" designations
  • Duration and cost: Whether temporary continuing appropriations address the underlying budget disagreement or merely delay resolution of the appropriations process
  • Precedent concerns: Repeated use of continuing appropriations versus passing regular budget bills, which some view as legislative dysfunction

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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