Bill Proposes Funding Air Traffic Controllers During Shutdowns

In response to the recent government shutdowns impact on aviation, a bipartisan bill has been introduced to ensure air traffic controllers salaries during future shutdowns. The proposal uses a special flight insurance fund, established after 9/11, to fund their salaries and FAA programs. The bill aims to prevent negative effects on air traffic control, aviation safety, and travelers, as the systems vulnerability was exposed during the shutdown. However, its passage before the next funding deadline at the end of January remains uncertain. The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.