"On behalf

of Secretary Norman Mineta, I am proud to announce Hartsfield as one of

several airports assisting the federal government in its continuing effort

toward ensuring maximum security and passenger safety for all travelers,"

said Jackson. "President Bush and Secretary Mineta commend congressman

Chambliss, the airport's executive leadership, its employees, and the

air carriers serving Atlanta for their contribution and commitment to

improving aviation security."

According to

Jackson, the TSA will be working with airport staff and the air carriers

to trace the movement of passengers and cargo through security systems,

and then determine what core changes could provide both more effective

security and better service to travelers.

"Last

year, Congress passed bipartisan aviation security legislation,"

said Chambliss. "I look forward to working with Hartsfield's security

and administrative staff, the Bush administration and the Department of

Transportation as we continue to work together to keep our airports safe

and air traffic operating smoothly."

Hartsfield

officials reported more than 75 million passengers traveled through the

airport last year.

"Passenger

safety and security is our number one priority. The Transportation Security

Administration's results will allow us to enhance the current security

measures already in place," said aviation General Manager Ben DeCosta.