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Cash Refunds for Canceled Flights: New Airline Passenger Rights

This act grants passengers the right to a full cash refund for canceled or significantly delayed flights, as well as for tickets canceled by the passenger with sufficient notice. It also includes the option to request cash refunds for vouchers received for flights canceled since March 2020. Airlines must clearly disclose these rights before ticket purchase and in case of flight cancellation.
Key points
Right to a full cash refund within 30 days for flights canceled or significantly delayed by the carrier.
Ability for passengers to cancel tickets up to 48 hours before the flight with a right to a full cash refund.
Option to convert unused vouchers received since March 2020 into cash refunds.
Airlines must clearly inform passengers of their refund rights before ticket purchase and upon flight cancellation.
Financial penalties for airlines failing to comply with refund regulations.
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Print number: 117_S_4665
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2022-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Cash Refunds for Flight Cancellations Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_4665.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Right to a full cash refund within 30 days for flights canceled or significantly delayed by the carrier.
  • Ability for passengers to cancel tickets up to 48 hours before the flight with a right to a full cash refund.
  • Option to convert unused vouchers received since March 2020 into cash refunds.
  • Airlines must clearly inform passengers of their refund rights before ticket purchase and upon flight cancellation.
  • Financial penalties for airlines failing to comply with refund regulations.
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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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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