Proposed Legislation RESTORE Supports
H.R.2467 Supporting Middle America's Airports Act
Introduced by Rep. Dan Meuser (R-PA-09) and Rep. David Trone (D-MD-06). This bill would re-open for eligibility the Essential Air Service (EAS) for 3 years. Those airports that would gain their EAS eligibility through this change would only be able to be on EAS for a total for 3 years.
Latest Action: Referred to the House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Aviation
S.1046 Small Airport Regulation Relief Act
Introduced by Senator Barrasso (R-WY) and Senator Lummis (R-WY). This bill makes adjustments to the Airport Improvement Program (AIP) that would waive mandatory 10,000 enplanement rule so that smaller airports could receive more funding through the program. Would have little effect on air service issues, unfortunately, but shows a willingness to address small and rural airports in general.
Latest Action: Referred to the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee
S.893 Let Experienced Pilots Fly Act
Introduced by Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC), Joe Manchin (D-WV), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Cynthia Lummis (R-WY), Marsha Blackburn (R-TN), Mark Kelly (D- AZ) and Deb Fischer (R-NE). This bill would raise the mandatory commercial pilot retirement age from 65 to 67; require that pilots over the age of 65 maintain a first-class medical certification, which must be renewed every six months; and require that air carriers to continue using pilot training and qualification programs approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). An identical House bill was introduced by Rep Troy Nehls (R-TX-22).
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Latest Action: Referred to the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee.
S.1438 The Small Community Air Service Enhancement Act
Introduced by Senators Jon Tester (D-MT) and Jerry Moran (R-KS). This bill would improve the SCASDP by increasing available funding for this competitive program and ensuring airports which have experienced a significant reduction in air service are prioritized.
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Latest Action: Referred to the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee.