Extension of Airport and Airway Funding and Programs to May 2024
This act extends funding for critical airport and aviation programs until May 10 or 11, 2024. This ensures continued support for airport infrastructure, Federal Aviation Administration operations, and air services, maintaining stability in air travel and safety. The extension also covers taxes that fund the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, impacting ticket and aviation fuel costs.
Key points
Extends funding for the Airport Improvement Program until May 10, 2024, providing resources for airport infrastructure development and maintenance.
Continues funding for Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operations, essential for air traffic management and safety.
Prolongs the collection of aviation fuel and ticket taxes that finance the Airport and Airway Trust Fund, affecting air travel costs.
Maintains programs supporting small community air service, ensuring access to air transportation in less populated areas.
2024-02-29
For
401
Against
19
Abstain
0
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7454
Sponsor: Rep. Graves, Sam [R-MO-6]
Process start date: 2024-02-26
Voting date: 2024-02-29
Meeting no: 2
Voting no: 59