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Lawmakers deadlock extends DHS funding, TSA pay delayed

PUBLISHED Mar 28, 2026, 1:34 AM ET

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Washington. House Republicans blocked a Senate-backed plan this week and instead passed an eight-week DHS funding extension on Friday, deepening a partial shutdown that has left thousands of Transportation Security Administration staff working without pay and caused long airport security lines while lawmakers head into recess. The move prompted the White House to issue a memorandum ordering payroll actions to restore TSA paychecks, which DHS said on X could arrive as early as March 30; Senators expressed that the House bill lacks Senate support, signaling continued negotiations when Congress returns from the two-week recess.

By Emily Rhodes | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Mid-February: Partial DHS funding lapse begins, affecting TSA and other agencies.
Late March: Senate negotiators approve a bill funding most DHS components but excluding ICE.
Late March: House Speaker Mike Johnson rejects the Senate deal and labels it a 'joke.'
Late March: House passes an eight-week/fourteen-week? stopgap (reported as eight-week/60-day) funding extension by a 213-203 vote.
March 28: White House issues memorandum directing payroll actions; DHS posts TSA paychecks could arrive March 30.

News Intelligence

This funding deadlock affects your airport experience. TSA staff shortages mean longer security lines. If you're flying soon, allow extra time. Also, the DHS shutdown could impact other services you rely on.

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Who Benefited

House Republicans and supporters of comprehensive DHS funding advanced their legislative position by passing an eight-week funding extension and framing opposition to the Senate bill, strengthening their negotiating stance in the continuing DHS funding dispute.

Who Impacted

Thousands of TSA officers and airport travelers suffered payroll disruptions and operational delays as TSA staff went without pay during the partial DHS funding lapse, producing longer airport security lines and operational strain.

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