S. 4123 · Passed Senate · Transportation and Public Works

End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act of 2026

Sponsor: John Cornyn (R-TX)

What it does

• Prohibits the Transportation Security Administration from giving Members of Congress expedited or preferential access to airport security screening.
• Bars the use of TSA funds to exempt a Member from passenger and baggage screening or to grant priority access based on their position.
• Requires the TSA to update its policies and procedures to comply.

Official 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.

Latest action

Mar 24, 2026: Held at the desk.

Committee: Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation