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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
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Tax Dollars for First-Class Flights Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6920.

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 2022-03-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 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.
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. Craig, Angie [D-MN-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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