What does Preamble of AIRFARE Act do?

This bill aims to establish a system for expediting gate passes and flight access procedures at domestic airports. The system is intended to allow caregivers, parents, and guardians to accompany minors and passengers needing assistance to their flights.

What does SHORT TITLE. of AIRFARE Act do?

This Act is formally titled the ``Accommodating Individuals Requesting Familial Assistance in Riding Efficiently Act''.

What does ESTABLISHMENT OF SYSTEM TO EXPEDITE GATE PASSES AND FLIGHT of AIRFARE Act do?

This section establishes a system to expedite gate passes and flight access procedures for caregivers, parents, and guardians accompanying minors or passengers needing assistance. The system requires the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to establish this system within 180 days of the Act's enactment. Air carriers may offer up to two gate passes to qualifying individuals. Caregivers, parents, and guardians may be able to utilize existing TSA Pre-Check privileges for these gate passes. A gate pass may be issued to a caregiver of a passenger needing assistance who uses a wheelchair only if the caregiver is the one pushing the wheelchair.

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AIRFARE Act

Last updated: 8/8/2025 · Introduced: 8/8/2025

Author: W. Steube (R-FL)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill establishes a system to expedite gate passes and flight access for caregivers, parents, and guardians accompanying minors or passengers needing assistance at domestic airports.
The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is required to implement this expedited system within 180 days of the bill's enactment.
Air carriers can provide up to two gate passes to qualifying individuals, potentially leveraging existing TSA Pre-Check privileges.

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