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Improved Wages and Benefits for Airport Service Workers

This act aims to ensure that airport service workers in the United States, including those employed by subcontractors, receive fair wages and benefits. This is intended to improve airport safety and efficiency, as well as job stability, which may lead to better service quality for travelers.
Key points
Requires airport service workers to be paid no less than $15 per hour or the higher prevailing wage for their locality, as determined by federal or local law.
Ensures airport workers have access to fringe benefits, such as health coverage, at a level determined by federal or local law.
Covers a wide range of airport employees, including ground handling, cleaning, security, passenger assistance, and concession workers within airport premises.
Airports seeking federal infrastructure grants must certify compliance with these wage and benefit standards.
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Print number: 117_HR_8105
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Jesus G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4]
Process start date: 2022-06-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Good Jobs for Good Airports Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8105.

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 2022-06-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires airport service workers to be paid no less than $15 per hour or the higher prevailing wage for their locality, as determined by federal or local law.
  • Ensures airport workers have access to fringe benefits, such as health coverage, at a level determined by federal or local law.
  • Covers a wide range of airport employees, including ground handling, cleaning, security, passenger assistance, and concession workers within airport premises.
  • Airports seeking federal infrastructure grants must certify compliance with these wage and benefit standards.
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. Garcia, Jesus G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4].

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 2025-12-28.

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