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Study on Airline Preparedness for Extreme Weather and Natural Hazards.

This Act mandates an independent study to assess how airlines and the government prepare for extreme weather events like storms, floods, and heatwaves. The goal is to identify weaknesses in operational planning and safety to reduce future flight delays and cancellations, ultimately improving travel reliability for passengers.
Key points
The government will assess whether airlines have adequate resources (staffing, investments) and contingency plans for floods, hurricanes, and other natural disasters.
The study aims to recommend ways to improve aviation operational resilience, leading to fewer travel disruptions for citizens.
The findings will be used to create recommendations for Congress and federal agencies to enhance flight safety and reliability.
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Print number: 118_S_787
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2023-03-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Airline Operational Resiliency Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_787.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-03-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The government will assess whether airlines have adequate resources (staffing, investments) and contingency plans for floods, hurricanes, and other natural disasters.
  • The study aims to recommend ways to improve aviation operational resilience, leading to fewer travel disruptions for citizens.
  • The findings will be used to create recommendations for Congress and federal agencies to enhance flight safety and reliability.
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. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

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 2025-12-27.

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Transport Environment