Aviation Funding Stability: Ensuring FAA Operations During Budget Lapses
This act aims to ensure that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) can continue its critical operations, such as air traffic control, airport infrastructure maintenance, and research, even if Congress fails to pass a budget on time. This means air travel and airport safety will not be disrupted due to political funding disputes. Citizens can therefore rely on the stability and safety of aviation services, regardless of the budget situation.
Key points
FAA Operational Continuity: The act guarantees that the FAA will have access to funds from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund to continue its operations, even if a budget is not enacted.
Protection of Aviation Services: Ensures that key programs and projects, such as air traffic control, airport maintenance, and research, will continue, directly impacting the safety and fluidity of air travel.
Mitigation of Budget Dispute Impact: Aims to minimize disruptions to civil aviation operations that could arise from delays in passing appropriation bills.
Introduced
Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_5455
Sponsor: Rep. Bean, Aaron [R-FL-4]
Process start date: 2025-09-18