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Air America Act: Federal Employee Recognition and Retirement Benefits

This act aims to recognize former employees of Air America and related companies as federal employees. This will grant them and their families access to retirement benefits that were previously denied. It means their years of service will count towards their federal employment, potentially improving their financial situation in retirement.
Key points
Air America and affiliated company employees will be recognized as federal government employees, granting them access to retirement benefits.
Their service period from 1950-1976 will count towards federal employment, impacting their retirement pensions.
The act seeks to correct an administrative error that previously denied these employees their retirement rights.
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Print number: 117_HR_1297
Sponsor: Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6]
Process start date: 2021-02-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Air America Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_1297.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Air America and affiliated company employees will be recognized as federal government employees, granting them access to retirement benefits.
  • Their service period from 1950-1976 will count towards federal employment, impacting their retirement pensions.
  • The act seeks to correct an administrative error that previously denied these employees their retirement rights.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Grothman, Glenn [R-WI-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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