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Airport Fee Increase: Higher Ticket Costs Fund Infrastructure Upgrades.

This bill increases the maximum Passenger Facility Charge (PFC), a fee added to airline tickets used to fund airport infrastructure projects. Starting in 2023, air travelers will gradually pay more per flight to finance airport renovations and expansion. The maximum fee will rise to $8.50 by 2026, with subsequent annual adjustments for inflation.
Key points
Increased Air Travel Costs: The maximum airport fee (PFC) will gradually increase, starting at $5.50 in 2023 and reaching $8.50 by 2026.
Infrastructure Funding: The higher collected fees are designated specifically for the modernization and expansion of American airport infrastructure.
Inflation Adjustment: Starting in 2026, the maximum fee will be adjusted annually based on inflation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_2719
Sponsor: Rep. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3]
Process start date: 2021-04-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Rebuilding America’s Airport Infrastructure Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_2719.

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 2021-04-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Air Travel Costs: The maximum airport fee (PFC) will gradually increase, starting at $5.50 in 2023 and reaching $8.50 by 2026.
  • Infrastructure Funding: The higher collected fees are designated specifically for the modernization and expansion of American airport infrastructure.
  • Inflation Adjustment: Starting in 2026, the maximum fee will be adjusted annually based on inflation.
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. Blumenauer, Earl [D-OR-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-02.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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