US SB2378

Establishes the Aviation Security Checkpoint Technology Fund within the Department of Homeland Security to fund procurement, deployment, and sustainment of checkpoint and exit lane security technology at airports

Increases deposits to the Aviation Security Capital Fund from $250 million to $500 million annually starting in fiscal year 2026, funded by the existing 9/11 Security Fee paid by airline passengers

Directs an additional $250 million annually from 9/11 Security Fee revenues to the new checkpoint technology fund after the capital fund allocation is met

Expresses Congressional intent that diversion of 9/11 Security Fee revenue to non-aviation security purposes should end no later than 2027

Allows retroactive grant funding for checkpoint and exit lane technology projects implemented on or after January 1, 2023