What does Preamble of AirFAIR Act do?

This bill, formally titled 'To amend title 49, United States Code, to direct the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations to ensure airfare fairness in the wake of a disaster or emergency, and for other purposes,' aims to address airfare fairness during disasters or emergencies. The bill directs the Secretary of Transportation to issue regulations related to airfare fairness.

What does SHORT TITLE. of AirFAIR Act do?

This bill is formally titled the "Airline Freeze of Astronomical Increases in Rates Act" or the "AirFAIR Act".

What does EXCESSIVE AVIATION TICKET PRICE INCREASES DURING DISASTERS. of AirFAIR Act do?

This section amends title 49 of the United States Code, specifically section 41712, to address excessive aviation ticket price increases during disasters or emergencies. It defines imposing an excessive increase in ticket prices during such circumstances as an unfair or deceptive practice. The Secretary is required to issue regulations to determine when a ticket price increase is excessive, with a minimum standard of a 30 percent or greater increase. The terms 'disaster' or 'emergency' are defined as those declared by a State, the District of Columbia, or a territory or possession of the United States. The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration must conduct a study on unfair ticket pricing practices related to disasters or emergencies. The Administrator must submit a report on the study's results to Congress within one year of the Act's enactment.

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AirFAIR Act

Last updated: 9/19/2025 · Introduced: 9/18/2025

Author: Nydia Velázquez (D-NY)

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This bill defines excessive airfare increases of 30% or more during declared disasters or emergencies as an unfair or deceptive practice.
The Secretary of Transportation must issue regulations to determine when an airfare increase is considered excessive.
The Federal Aviation Administration will conduct a study and report to Congress on unfair ticket pricing practices related to disasters and emergencies.

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