Adam Stahl
Coverage of Adam Stahl in the Nexus archive.
- TSA security to be privatized at Tampa International Airport under new federal program
Tampa International Airport will privatize most TSA operations under the TSA Gold+ program, a public-private partnership where a private company will manage security screening while the TSA retains oversight. The transition is scheduled for May 31, 2027, and aims to reduce risks from federal funding lapses and enhance customer experience through new technology. Employees face job uncertainties, with some retiring early due to the change.
- House Republicans seek to block new TSA fee for those without REAL ID
House Republicans are blocking the TSA's new $45 ConfirmID fee for travelers without REAL ID or accepted identification through their fiscal 2027 Homeland Security spending bill. The bill prohibits the fee, citing lack of statutory authority and higher costs compared to the previous free system, while also proposing funding cuts and increased use of private security partnerships.