Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 8770, the SAFEGUARDS Act. This legislation establishes a sense of Congress that 9/11 passenger security fee revenue should be put toward TSA security screening purposes following the end of the current fee diversion at the end of fiscal year 2027. Additionally, this bill directs funds collected from this fee to modernize and sustain explosive detection systems and technology at TSA security checkpoints beginning in fiscal year 2028.
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Andrew Garbarino
Representative · New York · Republican
Andrew Garbarino
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Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 8897, the Improving Travel for American Families Act. This bill allows the TSA Administrator to establish a 2-year pilot program to expedite access and implement alternative screening lanes for passengers and accompanying children under the age of 12. If established, this pilot program would be prioritized at airports with high volumes of family travelers, as well as at airports that have the space to accommodate additional screening lanes.
As you heard from my colleague from Colorado, $4.5 billion was brought in last year under the 9/11 Passenger Security Fee. What passengers don't know is that the first $1.6 billion last year was diverted to something else other than passenger security. This bill would say the first $750 million of that passenger security fee would go directly to equipment, and then the balance of that money would go to the TSA discretionary fund, which actually would allow the TSA to get access to this money.
Biography
Andrew Garbarino grew up working in his family’s small business before practicing law in his hometown on Long Island. Elected to the U.S. House of Representatives for New York’s 2nd district in 2020, he prioritizes cybersecurity, infrastructure, and support for law enforcement. Garbarino has served as Chair of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection Subcommittee and helped secure federal funding to upgrade local water systems. He represents his district with a focus on pragmatic solutions and constituent service, aiming to address both local concerns and national security challenges.
Education
- J.D., Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY2009
- B.A., George Washington University, Washington, DC2006
Professional History
U.S. Representative
2021-PresentRepresenting New York's 2nd district
Member, New York Assembly
2013–20Lawyer, Private Practice
Business Owner
Policy Focus
Finance and Financial Sector21%
Crime and Law Enforcement10%
Health10%
Armed Forces and National Security9%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Andrew Garbarino's record in Congress.
Cybersecurity Legislation
Co-sponsored the State and Local Cybersecurity Improvement Act to strengthen cyber defenses for state and local governments.
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Funding
Secured federal infrastructure funding for Long Island projects through support of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
Support for Small Businesses
Advocated for and supported legislation expanding Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) access for small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Environmental Protection
Backed funding and legislation to improve water quality and protect Long Island Sound and local drinking water resources.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Homeland SecurityChair
- House Committee on Ethics
- House Committee on Financial Services
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