American Federation of Government Employees

organization

Last mentioned: 4d ago

Timeline

  1. Current Shutdown

    New federal budget impasse triggers fresh calls for TSA privatization to protect aviation commerce.

  2. Record Shutdown

    A 35-day shutdown sees TSA unscheduled absences spike to 10%.

  3. SPP Launch

    The Screening Partnership Program begins, allowing airports to apply for private screening.

  4. TSA Created

    Aviation and Transportation Security Act federalizes airport screening.

Stories mentioning American Federation of Government Employees 1

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TSA Privatization Gains Momentum Amid Recurrent Government Shutdowns

The March 2026 government shutdown has reignited a national debate over the privatization of TSA screening operations to ensure aviation security remains insulated from federal budget disputes. Industry stakeholders are increasingly looking toward the Screening Partnership Program (SPP) as a model to maintain operational continuity for both passenger travel and critical air cargo logistics.

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