Government shutdown impacts TSA, passengers
Source: Houston Airports Federal shutdown may reduce TSA staffing, causing longer security lines. The partial federal government shutdown currently underway, is affecting TSA officers who are working without pay, resulting in staffing shortages at airports across the country, including Houston. Please note that: The number of available TSA screening lanes can vary by airport and shift, depending on staffing levels. Longer-than-normal TSA wait times may continue until the federal government shutdown ends. Houston Airports recommends passengers arrive three hours early for domestic flights and four hours early for international flights. Thank you for your patience as federal officers work to maintain the safety of all travelers during this difficult situation. George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) TSA checkpoints in Terminals A, [...]