The Latest Airport Legislation from Washington

Regulatory Alert

Regulatory Alert: AAAE Submits Comments on DOT's Service Animal NPRM

AAAE submitted comments on the U.S. Department of Transportation's (DOT) proposed rule to amend and improve the regulations that govern air carrier transportation of service animals accompanying individuals with disabilities.

04/06/2020

Airport Alert

Airport Alert: Lawmakers Reach Deal on Coronavirus Relief Package

Senate leaders early this morning announced that they have finally reached an agreement on a massive coronavirus relief package that is expected to include federal assistance to help airports and airlines that have been severely impacted by the pande

03/25/2020

Airport Alert

Airport Alert: House Democrats Unveil Coronavirus Relief Package - Proposal Includes $10 Billion for Airport

House Democratic proposal includes $10 billion for airports and new flexibility to allow them to use those funds for debt service and operational expenses.

03/23/2020

Airport Alert

Airport Alert: Senate Delays Procedural Vote on Coronavirus Relief Package

The Senate today postponed a planned procedural vote on a sweeping coronavirus relief package that could include $10 billion to help airports respond to the pandemic.

03/22/2020