H.R.3477 - Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 3477, the "Ensuring Airline Resiliency to Reduce Delays and Cancellations Act," directs the Secretary of Transportation to require certain air carriers to develop and regularly update an operational resiliency strategy. This strategy aims to prevent or limit the impact of future flight disruptions on passengers. The bill emphasizes preparedness for severe weather, staffing model resilience, IT system robustness, cybersecurity risks, and other potential disruptive events.
Expected Effects
The bill will likely lead to airlines developing more robust plans to handle disruptions, potentially reducing delays and cancellations for passengers. It also mandates an audit by the Comptroller General to evaluate the effectiveness of these strategies. Ultimately, this could lead to improved airline operations and passenger satisfaction.
Potential Benefits
- Reduced flight delays and cancellations due to better airline preparedness.
- Improved passenger experience through proactive planning for disruptions.
- Enhanced cybersecurity measures to prevent flight disruptions.
- More resilient staffing models to handle unexpected events.
- Greater transparency and accountability in airline operations.
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential increase in airline operating costs due to the implementation of resiliency strategies.
- Possible delays in implementation as airlines develop and update their plans.
- Risk of proprietary information being compromised despite the Secretary's efforts to protect it.
- The effectiveness of the strategies may vary depending on the specific airline and the nature of the disruption.
- Potential for increased government oversight and regulation of the airline industry.
Constitutional Alignment
The bill aligns with the Commerce Clause (Article I, Section 8, Clause 3) of the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce. By addressing airline operational resiliency, the bill aims to ensure the smooth functioning of air travel, which is a significant aspect of interstate commerce. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any individual liberties or rights protected by the Constitution or its amendments.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).