APTA Congratulates David Cummins on Confirmation as TSA Administrator

Washington, D.C. (August 14, 2026) — The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) issued the following state on the confirmation of David Cummins as Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

“The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) congratulates David Cummins on his confirmation and swearing-in as the eighth Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).

“TSA’s mission extends well beyond aviation to the security of our nation’s rail systems, public transit, and other surface transportation networks that millions of Americans rely on every day. We look forward to working with Administrator Cummins and his team on public transportation security priorities, including infrastructure protection, workforce training, and preparedness for major national events in the years ahead.”