The Reimbursable Screening Services Program Extension Act of 2026 (H.R. 9391) proposes to extend the Transportation Security Administration's (TSA) Reimbursable Screening Services Program through fiscal year 2031 and increase the number of allowable participants from 8 to 14. This program allows airports and other eligible entities to pay TSA to provide passenger and baggage screening services outside of the primary terminal screening areas, aiming to enhance screening capabilities, reduce congestion at main security checkpoints, and improve the passenger experience without compromising safety.
Supporters of H.R. 9391 highlight that extending and expanding the TSA's Reimbursable Screening Services Program will provide TSA with reliable revenue streams while maintaining a safe and efficient screening environment. The program has been credited with easing congestion at main security checkpoints and enhancing the passenger experience. The bipartisan nature of the bill's advancement suggests broad support for its objectives.
Critics of H.R. 9391 express concerns that increasing the number of participants in the Reimbursable Screening Services Program could lead to inconsistencies in security procedures across different airports. There is also apprehension that reliance on reimbursable services might divert TSA resources from primary screening areas, potentially affecting overall security effectiveness. Additionally, some argue that the program may favor larger airports with more financial resources, potentially creating disparities in security services among airports.
The analysis of H.R. 9391, sponsored by Andrew Garbarino, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter. The bill focuses on extending reimbursable screening services, which does not appear to directly benefit any specific donor industry. However, there is notable lobbying activity in the healthcare sector, with OSF Healthcare System contributing $60,000, which could suggest an indirect influence on the bill's direction. Other contributors, such as Egan-Jones Ratings Company and Valthos Inc., have also made significant contributions but are not directly linked to the healthcare industry. Overall, while there is some lobbying activity, the lack of direct industry overlaps indicates a low risk of conflict of interest.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| OSF HEALTHCARE SYSTEM | OSF HEALTHCARE SYSTEM | $60,000 |
| EGAN-JONES RATINGS COMPANY | INVARIANT LLC | $50,000 |
| GRADIUM MEGA COIN | HARTWELL CAPITOL CONSULTING | $50,000 |
| DRAI HEALTH | HARTWELL CAPITOL CONSULTING | $50,000 |
| VALTHOS INC. | INVARIANT LLC | $40,000 |
| SANDY BAY PARTNERS, LLC | GRACE BAY STRATEGIES, LLC | $20,000 |
| ORGANOGENESIS | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $15,000 |
| ANTENNA RESEARCH ASSOCIATES | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $15,000 |
| NETSCOUT | DONOVAN STRATEGIES LLC | $10,000 |
| ALLLIANCE OF MARINE MAMMAL PARKS AND AQUARIUMS | MEA STRATEGIES LLC | undisclosed |
| REGIONAL FISHERIES ENHANCEMENT GROUP COALITION | ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSULTING, LLC | undisclosed |
| JACKSON WALKER LLP ON BEHALF OF SAN MIGUEL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC. | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| ANTHEIA | INVARIANT LLC | undisclosed |
| RAILROAD INVESTIGATION PROJECT GROUP | EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | undisclosed |
| EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | EAGLE 1 RESOURCES, LCC | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Andrew Garbarino, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
