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Strengthening Aviation Cybersecurity: Safer Flights for Everyone

This act aims to enhance air travel safety by strengthening the protection of air traffic control systems and aircraft against digital threats. This means your flights will be safer due to new standards and procedures designed to prevent cyberattacks on aviation infrastructure.
Key points
Introduces new rules and guidelines for cybersecurity across the entire aviation system, including air traffic control and aircraft.
Mandates the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to monitor digital threats and respond to incidents in the airspace.
Establishes a special committee of experts to develop cybersecurity standards for civil aircraft and related systems.
Increases protection for sensitive airport cybersecurity information by classifying it as sensitive security information.
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Print number: 117_HR_9709
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6]
Process start date: 2023-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting the Safety of Air Traffic Control and the Aviation System Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9709.

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 2023-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Introduces new rules and guidelines for cybersecurity across the entire aviation system, including air traffic control and aircraft.
  • Mandates the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to monitor digital threats and respond to incidents in the airspace.
  • Establishes a special committee of experts to develop cybersecurity standards for civil aircraft and related systems.
  • Increases protection for sensitive airport cybersecurity information by classifying it as sensitive security information.
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. Graves, Garret [R-LA-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Is this summary verified?

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

CATEGORIES

Transport Security