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Mental Health Support for Pilots and Air Traffic Controllers

This Act aims to improve mental health support for individuals working in aviation, such as pilots and air traffic controllers. The changes are designed to encourage them to seek help and disclose mental health conditions without fear of negative career consequences. Citizens can expect increased flight safety due to better support for aviation personnel.
Key points
New regulations will encourage pilots and air traffic controllers to seek mental health assistance and disclose conditions.
Rules regarding medications that can be safely prescribed to aviation personnel for mental health treatment will be updated.
Funding is allocated to recruit and train additional aviation medical examiners, including psychiatrists, to streamline mental health evaluation processes.
A public information campaign will be launched to destigmatize mental health care for individuals in the aviation industry.
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Status: Passed House
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_2591
Sponsor: Rep. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6]
Process start date: 2025-04-02
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_2591.

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 2025-04-02.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New regulations will encourage pilots and air traffic controllers to seek mental health assistance and disclose conditions.
  • Rules regarding medications that can be safely prescribed to aviation personnel for mental health treatment will be updated.
  • Funding is allocated to recruit and train additional aviation medical examiners, including psychiatrists, to streamline mental health evaluation processes.
  • A public information campaign will be launched to destigmatize mental health care for individuals in the aviation industry.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Passed House.

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. Casten, Sean [D-IL-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H3872)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-22.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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