The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill is a key focus in Congress, with bipartisan support for safety improvements, workforce growth, and infrastructure investments at urban and rural airports. Senators Cruz, Schumer, and Peters emphasize the importance of passing the legislation before the May 10 deadline. The bill includes provisions to enhance airline safety, consumer protection, and air traffic control services. Bipartisan cooperation is crucial to ensure the bill's timely passage.
Great news: Bipartisan negotiators have agreed to loosen the perimeter rule limiting long-haul flights from @Reagan_Airport – as @CTATech urged. Next step is passage as part of the @FAANews reauthorization bill, under consideration this week now. Congress, let’s get this done!
The U.S. Senate held a second procedural vote regarding the five-year Federal Aviation Administration (#FAA) reauthorization bill as the May 10 deadline quickly approaches. https://t.co/78kbgwOKhx
The Senate is out of town until Tuesday. Can they pass the FAA reauthorization bill in time? @AndrewDesiderio with the details: https://t.co/UdsumCeQnC
Today the Senate in an overwhelming bipartisan show of support voted to proceed to consideration of my bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Act. I am proud to be working with Chairwoman Cantwell, and with the House of Representatives, on this incredibly important effort to making…
The Senate is moving forward on FAA reauthorization. It will keep our skies safe, our airports safe, and our federal employees taken care of. We will keep working to get this passed!
Rural letter carriers fill an important gap in our mail system, ensuring that our neighbors can receive their mail no matter where they live. I’m so glad I could sit down with @NRLCA members from Michigan this week to learn how I can support their work! https://t.co/lgFlnUSo2H
I appreciated talking with Arkansas air traffic controllers who expressed their support for the FAA reauthorization. I’m pleased the legislation includes a provision I championed to grow this specialized workforce so we can enhance the airline industry. #ARinDC https://t.co/3HUooq6PGs
It was my honor to speak at NATCA’s annual Washington meeting this morning. I was proud to highlight my bill, the Air Traffic Controllers Hiring Act, which I introduced to the Senate last year. It’s not often that common sense bipartisan measures actually make it across the… https://t.co/rq9FuS6IQI
"It's really about making the FAA healthy again." @SenDuckworth joins @_brittanylewis on "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss the bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Bill. https://t.co/yRXbGSgU3I
"I'm just so pleased that we were able to successfully come to an agreement in a bipartisan way." @SenDuckworth joins @_brittanylewis on "Forbes Newsroom" to discuss the bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Bill. https://t.co/j1MTsogZHx
Schumer: The Senate will continue to move forward on FAA reauthorization. We just have eight days to go before the current FAA authorization expires. So it will take bipartisan cooperation to get this done before the deadline. Both parties have every reason in the world to get…
The FAA Reauthorization is the culmination of a bipartisan and bicameral coalition. This crucial legislation will make for a safer and more convenient travel experience. https://t.co/zByRRS904J
Today Congress is to vote on FAA reauthorization. Most controversial aspect is the # of long flights Reagan airport is allowed. Members from far flung states want 5 more a day, hoping to avoid drives to Dulles; members from closer states worry that will cause more delays for…
Is @SenTedCruz a bipartisan warrior? The Texas Republican is starting to sound like one urging his colleagues to hasten final passage of the five-year FAA reauthorization bill. @AndrewDesiderio & @bresreports with the details: https://t.co/mDSoTsUbtr
The FAA reauthorization bill would boost airline safety, help ensure consumers are treated fairly, and grow the aviation workforce. This legislation is long overdue — and we must pass it.
The Senate’s work to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration will kick off in earnest Wednesday as members push to meet the May 10 deadline despite multiple looming battles. https://t.co/LAtwcj1vc1
Worked with my colleagues on the Commerce Committee to reach a bipartisan, bicameral agreement on a long-term reauthorization for the FAA. This agreement makes critical safety improvements, grows the aviation workforce & invests in infrastructure at urban & rural airports. https://t.co/ukWHqauKqg
The Senate will hold the 1st procedural vote on FAA reauthorization today We're working to keep our skies safe, keep federal employees well taken care of, provide for more air traffic controllers & safety inspectors at manufacturing plants, plus better customer service standards
I rise today in strong support for the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024. This bill, negotiated by Chair @SenatorCantwell and myself with the leadership of the House Transportation & Infrastructure and Science committees, is a bicameral and bipartisan accomplishment. I am… https://t.co/Eymu5u7ojP
I was pleased to sit down with Arkansas Rural Letter Carriers Association members to discuss their priorities. We’re thankful for the work they do helping keep our communities connected and providing needed services to residents. #ARinDC https://t.co/ax4IpBHuMe