HR. 8770In Committee

SAFEGUARDS Act of 2026

Plain-English overview

What this bill does

Allocates more passenger aviation security fee revenue to TSA funds for baggage screening systems and checkpoint technology

Key points
  • Establish Aviation Security Checkpoint Technology Fund
  • Increase Aviation Security Capital Fund deposits
Current status

Where it stands

Status
In Committee
Latest action
2026-07-14 — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Aviation and airportsGovernment trust fundsPublic contracts and procurementTransportation and Public WorksTransportation programs fundingTransportation safety and securityTravel and tourismUser charges and fees
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