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Airport Security: Banning Grants for Companies Violating US Intellectual Property.

This bill aims to protect US intellectual property and supply chain security at airports. It prohibits the use of federal airport improvement funds (AIP grants) for contracts related to passenger boarding bridges with entities found guilty of stealing IP from US companies or those linked to the government of the People's Republic of China. This measure ensures that taxpayer money supports secure infrastructure and protects American innovation.
Key points
Federal airport infrastructure grants cannot be used for contracts involving passenger boarding bridges with "blacklisted" companies.
The prohibited list includes entities that have misappropriated US intellectual property or are owned/subsidized by the People's Republic of China.
A public list of these entities must be created and regularly updated by the USTR, Attorney General, and FAA for transparency.
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Print number: 118_S_1965
Sponsor: Sen. Cornyn, John [R-TX]
Process start date: 2023-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AIR Security Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1965.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal airport infrastructure grants cannot be used for contracts involving passenger boarding bridges with "blacklisted" companies.
  • The prohibited list includes entities that have misappropriated US intellectual property or are owned/subsidized by the People's Republic of China.
  • A public list of these entities must be created and regularly updated by the USTR, Attorney General, and FAA for transparency.
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. Cornyn, John [R-TX].

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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