Bills · HR 4246
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 4246Transportation and Public Works
Essential Air Service Reliability Act of 2025
INTRO JUN 27· LAST ACTION JUN 28
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because reliable air service is a lifeline for many small communities across the United States. Without it, residents might struggle to access healthcare, education, or other essential services, and local businesses could face challenges with tourism and connectivity to larger markets. If an airline currently providing this essential service has an operational disruption not related to weather, the community could be left without air travel for an extended period, causing significant inconvenience and economic hardship.
By requiring airlines to submit contingency plans, the bill aims to reduce these disruptions and ensure that communities maintain their air links even when unforeseen problems arise. If this bill becomes law, these communities should experience fewer service interruptions and quicker resolutions when issues occur. If it doesn't pass, these communities will remain vulnerable to service disruptions, with no guaranteed plan in place to continue flights in non-weather emergency situations.
KEY PROVISIONS
3AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires airlines applying for Essential Air Service compensation to include a contingency plan in their application.
This ensures airlines are prepared to maintain service for small communities even if unexpected disruptions occur.
PROVISION 02
The contingency plan must address disruptions not related to weather.
This focuses on operational issues like mechanical problems or staffing shortages, which are within an airline's control to plan for.
PROVISION 03
The Secretary of Transportation will consider these contingency plans when selecting airlines for Essential Air Service contracts.
This makes preparedness a factor in awarding contracts, encouraging airlines to develop robust backup strategies.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
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YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
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ACTION TIMELINE
3 EVENTSJUN 28
Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
JUN 27
Introduced in House
JUN 27
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 4246
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJun 27, 2025
Last actionJun 28, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · TRANSPORTATION AND INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JUN 27, 2025
House BillHR 4246Transportation and Public Works
Essential Air Service Reliability Act of 2025
INTRODUCED JUN 27, 2025· LAST ACTION JUN 28, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
—%
READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
4
COMPLEXITY
Moderate
