S. 1966: Don't Miss Your Flight Act
The "Don't Miss Your Flight Act" seeks to establish a grant program run by the Secretary of Transportation, aimed at funding infrastructure projects that improve connections to public airports. Here are the key components of the bill:
Grant Program Establishment
The Secretary of Transportation is tasked with creating a grant program that provides funding to eligible entities for specific projects related to airport connections.
Definitions
- Public airport: Refers to airports as defined in relevant legal statutes.
- Eligible entities: These include states, Indian tribes, and local government units that control public airports.
Eligible Projects
Projects that can receive funding must:
- Connect to a public airport.
- Improve land development within 5 miles of the airport.
- Reduce congestion, expand capacity, enhance access to underserved areas, or rehabilitate transportation infrastructure such as roads, rail systems, bridges, and transit.
Specific types of eligible projects include:
- Highway or bridge projects.
- Public transportation projects.
- Passenger rail transportation projects.
Application Process
Entities wishing to receive grants must submit an application that complies with guidelines established by the Secretary of Transportation.
Funding Distribution Requirements
The bill mandates that:
- At least 50% of the grant funds must be allocated to large hub airports.
- At least 30% of the funds must be directed toward medium hub airports.
Cost-sharing Provisions
For projects funded under this program, the federal share of the costs will be determined according to existing federal law, with provisions allowing the non-federal share to include certain credits and charges.
Authorization of Funds
The bill authorizes the appropriation of $1 billion from the Highway Trust Fund for each fiscal year from 2027 to 2031 to support these initiatives.
Relevant Companies
- UAL (United Airlines): As a major airline operator, United could see improved access for travelers if infrastructure projects enhance airport connections.
- DAL (Delta Air Lines): Similar to United, Delta may benefit operationally from better access to hubs resulting from funded projects.
- AAL (American Airlines): This airline could benefit from improved pathways and reduced congestion around major airport hubs via infrastructure enhancements.
This is an AI-generated summary of the bill text. There may be mistakes.
Sponsors
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Actions
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| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| Jun. 05, 2025 | Introduced in Senate |
| Jun. 05, 2025 | Read twice and referred to the Committee on Environment and Public Works. |
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