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New Air Travel Rules: COVID-19 Vaccination or Testing Required

This act introduces new requirements for domestic air travel in the U.S. to curb COVID-19 spread. Citizens will need to show proof of vaccination or a negative test result to board a plane, impacting their travel plans.
Key points
Vaccination or Negative Test Requirement: Domestic air travelers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide a negative test result before boarding.
Attestation Under Penalty of Perjury: Unvaccinated individuals can attest to following CDC international travel recommendations, including providing a negative test or proof of recovery.
Exemptions: The Secretary of Health and Human Services will define categories of individuals and organizations exempt from these requirements.
Impact on Travel: These new rules may require citizens to undertake additional planning and document preparation before air travel.
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Print number: 117_S_2888
Sponsor: Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA]
Process start date: 2021-09-29
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

U.S. Air Travel Public Safety Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2888.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-09-29.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Vaccination or Negative Test Requirement: Domestic air travelers must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or provide a negative test result before boarding.
  • Attestation Under Penalty of Perjury: Unvaccinated individuals can attest to following CDC international travel recommendations, including providing a negative test or proof of recovery.
  • Exemptions: The Secretary of Health and Human Services will define categories of individuals and organizations exempt from these requirements.
  • Impact on Travel: These new rules may require citizens to undertake additional planning and document preparation before air travel.
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 Sen. Feinstein, Dianne [D-CA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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