The partial government shutdown has resulted in high absentee rates among Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers, leading to long lines at major airports across the country. The national callout rate for TSA officers has surged, reaching over 11 percent and peaking at 11.76 percent on Sunday. Major airports such as Houston and New York have seen a significant increase in callout rates. Factors such as the cost of living and location of commuting may be factors, such as spread out living and commuting costs. Smaller airports have not experienced long wait times, compared to larger travel hubs where passenger volume is significantly higher. The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 554 suggests that many of the largest airports are based in metropolitan areas where TSOs cannot afford to live close to work.