Atlanta Council Considers Private Security Option for Airport Screening

Staff Report From Georgia CEO

Friday, April 3rd, 2026

A member of the Atlanta City Council wants the city to explore whether private security companies could handle passenger screening at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport instead of federal officers from the Transportation Security Administration.

Councilman Byron Amos said recent problems with long security lines at the airport underscore the need to explore other options.

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