H.R. 2563

119th CONGRESS 1st Session

To ensure the continuity of air traffic controller training activities of the Federal Aviation Administration in the event of a lapse in appropriation, and for other purposes.

IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES · April 1, 2025 · Sponsor: Mr. Lucas · Committee: Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure

Table of contents

• H.R. 2563
  • SEC. 1. Short title
  • SEC. 2. FAA Academy

SEC. 1. Short title

• This Act may be cited as the or the . AERO Act

SEC. 2. FAA Academy

• (a) Activities
  • The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall continue any activities and support services required to continue the operation of the Federal Aviation Administration Academy in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, including air traffic controller training, during a lapse in appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration that results in a Government shutdown or emergency furlough to ensure the Academy remains open for the duration of such lapse in appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration.
• (b) Employees
  • During a lapse in appropriations to the Federal Aviation Administration that results in a Government shutdown or emergency furlough, all Administration employees providing services at the Academy and students completing training at the Academy who are employed by the Administration are excepted from furlough.