Federal HB10517 amends title 49 to mandate cash refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights.

Federal HB10517 amends title 49 to require air carriers, foreign air carriers, and ticket agents to provide full cash refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights. Passengers must be notified of their right to a refund and can reject alternative compensation. Refunds must be issued within 30 days of cancellation or 7 to 20 days after a refund request, depending on the payment method. The bill also mandates inflation adjustments starting in 2028 and includes penalties for non-compliance.

Federal HB10517 amends title 49 to mandate cash refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights.

Federal HB10517 amends title 49 to require air carriers, foreign air carriers, and ticket agents to provide full cash refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights. Passengers must be notified of their right to a refund and can reject alternative compensation. Refunds must be issued within 30 days of cancellation or 7 to 20 days after a refund request, depending on the payment method. The bill also mandates inflation adjustments starting in 2028 and includes penalties for non-compliance.