Bills · HR 5851
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5851Transportation and Public Works
Keep America Flying Act of 2026
INTRO OCT 28· LAST ACTION OCT 28
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because government shutdowns have become a recurring issue, often leading to uncertainty and disruption. If this bill becomes law, it provides a safety net for air travel. During a shutdown, air traffic controllers and TSA agents would continue to receive their pay, ensuring that the skies remain safe and secure, and that airports can continue to operate efficiently.
Without this bill, these critical personnel might work without pay or be furloughed, which could severely impact the safety and functionality of the national air travel system, leading to widespread flight delays, cancellations, and security concerns for millions of travelers. It addresses the practical impact of political disagreements on daily life.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Provides funding for salaries and benefits for essential Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) operational personnel, including air traffic controllers.
Ensures the national airspace system remains safely managed and operational during a government shutdown.
PROVISION 02
Allocates funds for the pay and benefits of essential Transportation Security Administration (TSA) employees involved in screening and aviation security duties.
Guarantees airport security operations continue without interruption during a government shutdown.
PROVISION 03
Extends funding to contractors who provide crucial support services to these essential FAA and TSA personnel.
Maintains the full operational capacity and support structure for critical air travel functions.
PROVISION 04
Specifies that these funds are only available during a period when regular or interim appropriations for fiscal year 2026 are not in effect (i.e., during a government shutdown).
Clearly defines the emergency circumstances under which this special funding mechanism would be triggered.
PROVISION 05
Establishes a termination date for the funding, either when a regular appropriation is passed or by September 30, 2026, whichever comes first.
Limits the duration of this emergency funding to specific conditions and timeframe.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 1
R· Michigan
YRS IN OFFICE
3
BILLS LED
26
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 0 REP 1 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSOCT 28
Introduced in House
OCT 28
Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5851
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedOct 28, 2025
Last actionOct 28, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · APPROPRIATIONS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED OCT 28, 2025
House BillHR 5851Transportation and Public Works
Keep America Flying Act of 2026
INTRODUCED OCT 28, 2025· LAST ACTION OCT 28, 2025
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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