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New Surcharges on Private Jets and Premium Air Travel Tickets.

This Act introduces new surcharges on private jet operations and on first and business class tickets for commercial flights to address aviation's growing carbon footprint. The revenue generated will fund environmental initiatives, including research into sustainable aviation fuels and grants for cleaner airport infrastructure.
Key points
Increased Cost for Premium Travel: Passengers buying First or Business Class tickets will pay a new surcharge ranging from $75 to $600 per ticket, subject to annual adjustments.
Private Jet Fees: Operators of private jets face new fees based on emissions or flight duration, with penalties including prohibition from operating if fees are unpaid.
Funding Clean Aviation: A substantial portion of the collected funds is dedicated to developing sustainable aviation fuels (30%) and improving air quality and infrastructure at airports (25%).
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Print number: 118_S_2599
Sponsor: Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]
Process start date: 2023-07-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

AIR FAIR Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2599.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Increased Cost for Premium Travel: Passengers buying First or Business Class tickets will pay a new surcharge ranging from $75 to $600 per ticket, subject to annual adjustments.
  • Private Jet Fees: Operators of private jets face new fees based on emissions or flight duration, with penalties including prohibition from operating if fees are unpaid.
  • Funding Clean Aviation: A substantial portion of the collected funds is dedicated to developing sustainable aviation fuels (30%) and improving air quality and infrastructure at airports (25%).
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. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI].

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 2025-12-30.

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Taxes Environment Transport