We were also told that 1 gallon bags would be permitted through the checkpoint, which has never appeared to become reality (except perhaps at SAT)

The misinformation online presented by some representatives of TSA, whether intentionally posted or not, is another point which frustrates many.

I used to refer people to tsa.gov but that appears to be often pointless, if TSOs and/or airports are creating their own rules and disregarding what is posted on their own supposedly official website.

Much as I generally appreciate the input from HSVTSO and gsoltso here, I find this thread rather depressing. I can only hope that gsoltso proves to be right in the very near future. (And in this case, unlike some who reported here about the then upcoming late 2010 changes, I believe that he is sincere and is not gloating or taunting us regarding changes to come).