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S. 4123 · 119th Congress

End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act of 2026

Passed SenateTransportation and Public Works
IntroducedMar 17, 2026
Passed SenateMar 19, 2026
Passed HouseNot yet
To PresidentNot yet
Became lawNot yet

Where it stands

Passed Senate. Latest step, Mar 24, 2026: Held at the desk.

What it does

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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.

Official summary by the Congressional Research Service (Passed Senate, Mar 19, 2026).

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What has happened

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  1. Mar 19, 2026Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.Library of Congress
  2. Mar 17, 2026Introduced in SenateLibrary of Congress

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