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DemocratBill · H.Res. 1425· House(119-HRES-1425)

Original Resolution Honoring Transportation Security Officers for their Sacrifice and Dedication to Public Service During Federal Government Shutdowns

Rep. Green
Age: 79 years
Texas
Introduced
7/13/2026
Last activity
7/13/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
Sponsored by
Al Green
Cosponsors
None
Transportation and Public Works
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

H. Res. 1425 is a resolution to honor Transportation Security Officers (TSOs) for their service and sacrifice during Federal Government shutdowns. It highlights the financial strain put on TSOs who worked without pay during a partial shutdown from February 14, 2026, through April 30, 2026. The resolution notes that some officers had to forgo basic necessities or work second jobs due to these shutdowns. It describes the act of requiring employees to work without pay as unjust and immoral. The House of Representatives expresses solidarity with TSOs and TSA personnel. Finally, it commits to ending the withholding of compensation for TSA employees during shutdowns.

Yes

  • Would union members be better off under this?+3

    The resolution supports the right of federal employees to be paid for their work, aligning with union goals.

  • Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+2

    The resolution expresses a commitment to end the withholding of pay for TSOs, many of whom live paycheck to paycheck.

  • Would middle-income households be better off under this?+2

    The resolution advocates for ensuring TSA employees are paid during shutdowns, benefiting middle-class government workers.

The opposite

No question was scored the opposite.