DHS Funding Deal Fails to Pass Congress Before Easter Recess
The House and Senate passed different DHS funding bills, but failed to resolve the partial shutdown. However, pay is set to resume for TSA employees.
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Trump Orders Immediate TSA Pay Amid Partial Government Shutdown
President Trump directed DHS to pay TSA employees during the ongoing partial government shutdown, citing a national emergency situation.
Some TSA Agents Will Receive Bonuses After the Shutdown
DHS announced it will be paying bonuses to some TSA agents for outstanding service during the government shutdown.
Legislation Introduced to Abolish TSA
Legislation has been introduced to eliminate the TSA in favor of private security screening operations.
DHS Ends Collective Bargaining for TSA Employees
DHS has announced it is stripping TSA employees of their collective bargaining rights.
Senators Worry About TSA Staffing Shortage Due to Vaccine Requirement
Two Senators are worried that too many unvaccinated employees at the TSA could disrupt agency operations as the COVID vaccine deadline looms for federal employees.
Bill Would Require TSA to Check Passengers’ Temperatures
Legislation has been introduced that would require the TSA to conduct a pilot program to check passengers’ temperatures at airports.
Map Shows Airport Locations Where TSA Agents Have Tested Positive for Coronavirus
The TSA has created a map showing airport locations where officers worked who are known to have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Some Feds Excluded from New Paid Parental Leave Benefit
The new paid parental leave law does not apply to some federal employees as written, but some lawmakers want to change that.
Whistleblower Status Did Not Upend Removal of TSA Agent
A TSA agent, fired for several instances of discourteous conduct, failed to convince the appeals court to overturn his removal because of his whistleblower status.
