The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has reversed its suspension of the TSA PreCheck program amid a government funding lapse.
Originally, the suspension of PreCheck screenings was set to take effect at 6 a.m. Sunday, causing concern among travelers and the airline industry.
The big picture: DHS announced TSA PreCheck will continue “with no change for the traveling public,” but acknowledged possible case-by-case adjustments if staffing issues arise.
- As of August 2024, TSA PreCheck had more than 20 million enrolled members, providing them with expedited airport security screening.
- While PreCheck remains available, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has suspended all Global Entry arrival processing, which allows pre-approved travelers to move quickly through customs.
Go deeper: The Federal Emergency Management Agency is scaling back operations to life-saving duties only, and both TSA and CBP will cease courtesy services for members of Congress.
- Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem warned of the real-world consequences of the shutdown, affecting national security and DHS workers.
