TSAFinal Rule

Civil Monetary Penalty Inflation Adjustment

TransportationFinance & Banking

Summary

The TSA is updating the fines and penalties it charges for violations to account for inflation, meaning the dollar amounts of penalties will increase to reflect changes in the cost of living since the last update. This adjustment ensures that penalties remain meaningful and effective as a deterrent for safety violations at airports and transportation facilities.

Key Points

  • 1The TSA is raising the dollar amounts of fines for breaking airport security rules to keep up with inflation
  • 2Penalties for violations like bringing prohibited items through security or interfering with TSA officers will increase
  • 3The updated penalty amounts apply to violations that occur after the rule takes effect
  • 4This is a routine adjustment required by federal law to prevent penalties from losing value over time
  • 5Travelers and businesses operating at airports should be aware that costs for security violations have gone up

Key Dates

Published

December 29, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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