On the morning of September 11, 2001 the whole world changed. The deaths of nearly 3,000 people in a series of coordinated terrorist attacks in New York, Pennsylvania and Virginia resulted in the creation of the Transportation Security Administration.
The creation of TSA would constitute the largest mobilization of the federal government since WWII and the largest civilian undertaking in the history of the U.S. government. The Aviation and Transportation Security Act, passed by the 107th Congress in November 2001, was signed into law by President George W. Bush. Its purpose: prevent similar attacks in the future.
In September 2002, a year after the 9/11 attacks, TSA became operational. Charged with protecting air, land and rail transportation against terrorist threats, sabotage and other acts of violence, TSA uses sophisticated detection systems for explosives, weapons and other contraband.
Two decades later, the City of Houston honors TSA as, “a key federal partner,” through proclamations specific to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, IAH, and William P. Hobby Airport, HOU.
Signed by Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner, a pair of documents proclaim:
“On September 16, 2022, TSA Day will be observed in recognition of the hardworking Transportation Security Administration team at George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The City of Houston commends the 1,150 dedicated TSA officers and staff members at George Bush Intercontinental Airport and extends best wishes for continued success.”
"On September 20, 2022, TSA Day will be observed in recognition of the hardworking Transportation Security Administration team at William P. Hobby Airport. The City of Houston commends the 325 dedicated TSA officers and staff members at William P. Hobby Airport and extends best wishes for continued success.”
Driven by a desire to help our nation, tens of thousands of people have joined TSA and committed themselves to, “protecting the nation’s transportation systems and ensuring safe freedom of movement for people and commerce.”