The Transportation Security Administration has issued a directive pertaining to military passengers at U.S. airports.  According to Security Directive 1544-01-10w, families of military members may be granted access to sterile concourse areas to escort the military passenger to the gate or to meet a military passenger's inbound arrival at the gate.

The family member can go to the airline that the military member is flying on and receive a pass to go to the gate.  They will be required to have a pass and a photo ID to get through the security checkpoint.  This is a wonderful opportunity for families to stay with the departing military member longer before they depart, or to be able to greet them at the gate upon their arrival. 

Please see the attached official document for further information. This is a wonderful change, spread the word.