Improving Travel for American Families Act
In committeeImproving Travel for American Families Act This bill directs the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to establish a pilot program to implement alternative security screenings for passengers traveling with children who are 12 years old and younger. Specifically, TSA must implement alternative security screening lanes and security screening approaches for passengers traveling with children in order to support and facilitate the ease of travel for these passengers. TSA must implement the pilot program at a minimum of five airports, with priority given to airports that have a high volume of passengers traveling with children.
Jul 14, 2026Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Passed
The 'Improving Travel for American Families Act' proposes a pilot program to enhance airport security screening for families with children under twelve. It mandates the Transportation Security Administration to implement alternative screening lanes at select airports, with a focus on high-volume family travel locations. The program includes a two-year sunset clause and requires a briefing to Congress within one year.