On September 11, 2001, our nation lost 2,977 innocent lives in an attack that forever changed America and aviation security. Today, AFGE Local 1260 joins AFGE TSA Council 100 in honoring the victims, first responders, families, and all those whose lives were forever changed. The TSA workforce was born from the lessons of that day. Twenty-five years later, Transportation Security Officers continue to stand watch at our nation's airports, protecting millions of travelers and ca

AFGE Local 1260 representatives were proud to participate in the Pima Area Labor & Community Public Engagement event this Labor Day. Our representatives attended on their own time—not official time. What members often don’t see is the work that continues after hours: handling Local matters, assisting with representation, supporting our members, and engaging with community and elected leaders. Thank you to Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva for her continued engagement with AFGE a

AFGE continues to stand up for TSA employees—at the workplace, in our communities, and with elected leaders across the country. Through continued advocacy, we are working to protect employee rights, strengthen the TSA workforce, promote fair pay and adequate staffing, and make sure the voices of TSA employees are heard by those making decisions that affect our careers and our families. Real people. Real advocacy. Real results. Stronger together.

An important update for AFGE Local 1260 members: The House has passed legislation extending federal funding through December 11, 2026, following previous Senate approval. The measure now heads to the President for signature. For our members, including TSOs, this means federal agencies remain funded for now, paychecks continue, and the immediate threat of a September 30 government shutdown is avoided. However, this is not the end of the funding debate. Congress will still need

Be Prepared. Protect What Matters. Emergencies can happen at any time—whether it’s a natural disaster, unexpected evacuation, or even a financial emergency such as a federal government shutdown. AFGE Local 1260 encourages our members and their families to take time now to Get a Kit and Make a Plan. Know where your family will reunite, practice emergency drills, identify escape routes, prepare a go bag with essential supplies, and have a financial plan for unexpected disruptio

TSA's proposed Gold+ Program could significantly expand the use of private screening companies at airports. AFGE has now filed a FOIA lawsuit seeking transparency after TSA failed to release requested records about the program's development and implementation. Three airports have already announced plans to transition to Gold+, raising important questions about the future of the federal screening workforce and airport security. Our members deserve the facts, not secrecy. AFGE