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No Tax Dollars for First-Class Flights for Officials

This new law aims to reduce public spending by prohibiting the use of taxpayer money for first-class flights for Members of Congress and legislative branch employees. This means officials will be required to travel in economy class, leading to potential savings for the government budget.
Key points
Members of Congress and legislative branch employees must use coach-class accommodations for official travel funded by taxpayers.
Exceptions are allowed only under specific conditions, consistent with existing federal regulations.
These changes will take effect from fiscal year 2023 and apply to all subsequent fiscal years.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6920
Sponsor: Rep. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2]
Process start date: 2022-03-03