It’s Time for Congress to Pay TSA Officers

Every day, TSA (Transportation Security Administration) officers show up to work, even though they haven’t been paid. They stand at airport checkpoints, screening bags, guiding travelers and keeping the skies safe—all while the Department of Homeland Security remains shut down.

Now, with spring break in full swing and security lines stretching for hours, their commitment is more visible than ever.

Congress can fix this, but they need to hear from you. Speak up and help ensure TSA officers get the pay they’ve earned.

Take Action in Two Minutes

1. Contact Your Member of Congress.

Tell your elected officials that TSA officers deserve pay and it’s time to act. Send a message today.

2. Thank a TSA Officer.

If you would like to show your appreciation, learn more about TSA's gifting guidelines.

3. Spread the Word.

Post on social media about your TSA wait experience or thank an officer, using the hashtag #PayTSA.

TSA Officers Keep Travel Moving

TSA Officers keep travelers and flights safe, but failing to pay them puts the travel system at risk:

  • Hours-long security lines
  • Missed flights and connections
  • Unscheduled absences and callouts
  • Hundreds of officers quitting entirely

Why TSA Officers are essential

The Solution: Protecting Pay for Aviation Workers

U.S. Travel urges Congress to act swiftly to ensure TSA is fully funded to carry out its critical aviation security mission and to implement permanent solutions that guarantee pay for essential federal workers during funding lapses.

  • The Keep America Flying Act is a commonsense measure that would guarantee TSA officers and air traffic controllers receive their pay during funding lapses. 
  • Similarly, both the Aviation Funding Solvency Act and the Aviation Funding Stability Act would ensure air traffic controllers are compensated regardless of the government's funding status.

This legislation is key to keeping the traveling public moving, and Congress should take it up without delay.

Act Now
Every call, post and thank-you counts. Congress can fix this, but only if people speak up.

Tell Congress to pay TSA