House Introduces Bipartisan FAA Reauthorization Bill

The nearly 800-page piece of legislation calls for $100 billion in funding for the agency and airports through 2028.

Monday, June 12, 2023 at 03:12 PM ET

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House Transportation Committee leadership the proposal is aimed at keeping the U.S. the “gold standard” of aviation safety. [Credit: Shutterstock]

Key Takeaways:

The U.S. House has introduced bipartisan legislation, the "Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act," to reauthorize the FAA for five years with $100 billion in funding, aiming to solidify U.S. leadership in aviation safety and innovation.
The bill addresses critical issues such as outdated technology, staffing shortages, and infrastructure needs through comprehensive FAA reforms, workforce development initiatives, and airport improvements.
Key provisions include a first-time dedicated section for general aviation, efforts to integrate new aerospace technologies like drones and advanced air mobility, and controversial mandates for 25-hour cockpit voice and video recorders.

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The U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and aviation subcommittee has introduced the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act—bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the FAA for the next five years.

Over the last few months, the committee has conducted several hearings on aviation topics, inviting congressional leaders and aviation stakeholders to participate in discussions before moving forward with a comprehensive bill on Friday.