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Airline Resilience: Reducing Delays and Cancellations for Passengers

New rules require airlines to create plans to better handle disruptions like bad weather or technical issues. This aims to reduce flight delays and cancellations, leading to more reliable travel for passengers. Airlines will need to show how they plan to protect passengers and maintain smooth operations during challenging situations.
Key points
Airlines must develop strategies to prevent or limit the impact of disruptions on passengers.
These plans will cover how to handle severe weather, staffing issues, and IT system failures.
An independent audit will evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies, with findings reported to Congress.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_3477
Sponsor: Rep. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2]
Process start date: 2025-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_3477.

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 2025-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Airlines must develop strategies to prevent or limit the impact of disruptions on passengers.
  • These plans will cover how to handle severe weather, staffing issues, and IT system failures.
  • An independent audit will evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies, with findings reported to Congress.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Larsen, Rick [D-WA-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 57 - 7.

Is this summary verified?

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

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