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Flight Restrictions Over Large Outdoor Concerts for Public Safety.

This bill mandates the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to establish temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) over major outdoor music festivals and concerts attended by at least 30,000 people daily. The goal is to enhance public safety on the ground and prevent dangerous air congestion involving both manned aircraft and drones. This measure ensures a safer environment for concertgoers by securing the airspace above the event.
Key points
FAA must implement temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) for manned aircraft and drones over large outdoor music festivals.
Restrictions apply only to events with daily attendance of 30,000 people or more, prioritizing safety and preventing air congestion.
The FAA is directed to treat these events similarly to major sporting events when issuing the new regulations within one year.
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Print number: 118_HR_9949
Sponsor: Rep. Ruiz, Raul [D-CA-25]
Process start date: 2024-10-08
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Outdoor Concerts Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_9949.

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 2024-10-08.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • FAA must implement temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) for manned aircraft and drones over large outdoor music festivals.
  • Restrictions apply only to events with daily attendance of 30,000 people or more, prioritizing safety and preventing air congestion.
  • The FAA is directed to treat these events similarly to major sporting events when issuing the new regulations within one year.
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 Subcommittee on Aviation.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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