UPS Joins CEOs Calling for TSA and Controller Pay After 300+ Resignations
CEOs of major airlines and cargo carriers including UPS urged Congress to pass three bills guaranteeing pay for TSA officers and air traffic controllers during the DHS shutdown. They cited 171 million spring passengers and over 300 TSA agent resignations that have caused long airport security lines.
1. Coalition Letter Highlights Funding Measures
The CEOs of leading airlines and cargo companies, including UPS, American, Delta, Southwest and JetBlue, co-signed an open letter urging passage of the Aviation Funding Solvency Act, the Aviation Funding Stability Act and the Keep America Flying Act to guarantee uninterrupted pay for air traffic controllers and TSA officers during the DHS shutdown.
2. Service Disruptions and Staffing Shortages
Executives pointed to more than 300 TSA agent resignations since the shutdown began, which have contributed to long security lines at airports. They warned that with 171 million spring travelers expected, unpaid federal workers could strain both passenger travel and cargo operations.