Record-Breaking Memorial Day Weekend Travel Across the US
Memorial Day weekend sees record-breaking passenger traffic at airports across the United States, with over 2.4 million people passing through TSA checkpoints each day. Flight cancellations are exceeding last year’s average, indicating a challenging travel period. Despite economic challenges, Americans are willing to spend on travel and leisure, with a record number of individuals embarking on road trips this holiday weekend. The summer ahead is anticipated to be the busiest in TSA history, as travelers embrace leisure experiences amidst economic uncertainties.
California Bill Targeting Airport Security Vendor CLEAR Advances in State Senate
A bill targeting airport security screening company CLEAR has passed its first hurdle in the California state Senate Transportation Committee. The amended bill aims to restrict CLEAR from expanding to new airports, requiring them to establish dedicated security lanes first. Despite industry opposition, Sen. Josh Newman is championing the proposal, which has received support from labor unions but faced criticism from major airlines and business interests.