Travelers flying out of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport are being urged to arrive far earlier than usual as long lines and staffing challenges continue to disrupt departures during the busy spring break travel period.
Transportation Security Administration officials are advising passengers to arrive at least four hours before their flights as wait times have stretched to several hours at security checkpoints. Federal Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been deployed to assist with crowd control as airlines scramble to rebook travelers who have missed flights. The delays have pushed some travelers to consider alternative transportation options, including driving, trains or buses, particularly during peak travel periods such as Sunday afternoons and Monday mornings.
Meanwhile, major changes could be coming to Georgia classrooms. A bill that would prohibit high school students from accessing personal electronic devices during the school day is headed to Gov. Brian Kemp’s desk after passing the state legislature. Supporters of the measure say it will help reduce distractions and improve academic performance. In one Marietta classroom where phones were already banned, a teacher reported that average state test scores increased by nearly 20 points after implementing the policy.
Lawmakers are also advancing another measure that could change daily life across the state. The Georgia Sunshine Protection Act, which would keep the state on the same time year-round, passed in the Georgia Senate and now heads to the House. If approved and signed into law, the change would still require approval from the U.S. Secretary of Transportation before taking effect. Supporters argue the measure would eliminate the twice-a-year clock change that many residents dislike. However, officials warn it could create time differences with neighboring states such as Alabama and Tennessee, potentially leading to confusion for travelers and businesses along state lines.
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