Feds say they’re chipping in to ease the stress of flying with kids

The federal government is helping to cover the cost of expanded screening checkpoints in a push to make travel more family-friendly

By: Annie Knox

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: May 18, 2026

Words: 424

Last Updated: 2 months, 1 week ago

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Utah’s known for having the biggest families in the nation. Now the federal government wants to make it easier for them to get through security together.

The Federal Aviation Administration sent more than $6 million to the Salt Lake City International Airport to expand its screening checkpoints and set up security lanes for families, part of a broader push to make travel more family-friendly throughout the country.

“These projects will help create a more welcoming …

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