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Noem announces $10K bonus checks for some TSA workers

CBS America · 1 month ago
CBS America
CBS America
1 month ago

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has announced that some Transportation Security Administration employees impacted by the government shutdown can expect back pay and a bonus check.

Breakdown
  • Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced $10,000 bonus checks for TSA workers who served during the government shutdown. 12s
  • The bonuses are for TSA agents who demonstrated exemplary service, including taking extra shifts and working without pay. 23s
  • Noem confirmed that affected workers will also receive back pay, with paperwork completed to ensure prompt payment. 1m 31s
  • Payments, including both bonuses and back pay, are expected to begin arriving in workers' bank accounts within days. 1m 42s