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More Flights at Washington DCA Airport: New Routes and Consumer Options.

This law authorizes 56 new flight exemptions (slots) at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), aiming to increase travel options for consumers. This change allows airlines to offer more direct routes, including to destinations previously restricted by distance limits, potentially leading to greater choice and competition. Strict rules are in place to prevent excessive noise and congestion, including a night curfew and limits on hourly operations.
Key points
56 new flight authorizations (slots) are added at DCA to increase the number of available routes and travel options for consumers.
New flights can serve destinations beyond the current distance limit (perimeter rule), offering direct access to more distant cities.
Flights are prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., and a limit of 8 additional operations per hour during the day is imposed to manage noise and congestion.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1933
Sponsor: Sen. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA]
Process start date: 2023-06-13
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

DCA Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1933.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-13.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 56 new flight authorizations (slots) are added at DCA to increase the number of available routes and travel options for consumers.
  • New flights can serve destinations beyond the current distance limit (perimeter rule), offering direct access to more distant cities.
  • Flights are prohibited between 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m., and a limit of 8 additional operations per hour during the day is imposed to manage noise and congestion.
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. Warnock, Raphael G. [D-GA].

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 2025-12-26.

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