After coming to terms on a short-term bill that kept the federal government funded through last week, congressional leaders reached a full agreement on Sunday for a $1.07 trillion budget deal that will run through September 30, which is the end of the fiscal year. And, for now, the Essential Air Service program is one of the proposed cuts that will remain funded.
Essential Air Service Makes the Cut in Congressional Budget Bill
Key Takeaways:
- Congressional leaders reached a $1.07 trillion budget agreement through September 30, which includes continued funding for the Essential Air Service (EAS) program.
- The Trump administration had proposed eliminating $175 million in federal subsidies for EAS, affecting over 170 rural communities, suggesting they were close to major airports or could use other transport.
- EAS, created in 1978, ensures a minimal level of scheduled air service for small communities, and its elimination was argued to potentially end commercial air service and close airports in affected areas.
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