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Congress Travel: Coach Class Only for Official Trips

This new law mandates that Members of Congress and legislative branch employees must fly coach class for official travel. The aim is to save public funds by prohibiting the use of more expensive tickets. Citizens can expect their tax money to be spent more efficiently on official travel.
Key points
Prohibits the use of public funds for airline accommodations other than coach class for Members of Congress and legislative branch employees.
The changes apply to official travel and take effect from fiscal year 2024 onwards.
Exceptions are allowed if other federal regulations permit higher class travel in specific circumstances.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_2523
Sponsor: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25]
Process start date: 2023-04-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Coach-Only Airfare for Capitol Hill Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_2523.

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 2023-04-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of public funds for airline accommodations other than coach class for Members of Congress and legislative branch employees.
  • The changes apply to official travel and take effect from fiscal year 2024 onwards.
  • Exceptions are allowed if other federal regulations permit higher class travel in specific circumstances.
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. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25].

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 2025-12-24.

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