NewsSNN NewsAugust 24, 2026Manatee
Tampa International Airport cancels plan to replace TSA staff with private workers
Tampa International Airport will continue using Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers for passenger screening instead of transitioning to a private workforce. This decision reverses a plan announced one month prior to shift checkpoint staffing to private contractors.
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Travelers at Tampa International Airport will continue to be screened by federal employees rather than private security contractors, maintaining the current federal staffing model for airport security.
Key Facts
- Tampa International Airport will continue to use TSA officers for passenger screening.
- The airport previously announced a plan to move to a private security workforce one month ago.
- The decision to cancel the privatization plan was announced on Monday.
Who's Mentioned
personEverett Kelley“AFGE National President.”personChris Finlay“Local union president who commented on the impact of privatization.”personMichael Stephens“CEO of Tampa International Airport.”locationTampa International Airport“The airport facility where the security staffing decision was made.”organizationTransportation Security Administration“The federal agency responsible for airport security screening.”organizationAmerican Federation of Government Employees“The union representing TSA employees.”