H.R.4940

AIRFARE Act Accommodating Individuals Requesting Familial Assistance in Riding Efficiently Act

Introduced·8/8/25

The AIRFARE Act establishes a system to expedite gate passes for caregivers, parents, and guardians accompanying minors and passengers needing.

The AIRFARE Act, also known as the Accommodating Individuals Requesting Familial Assistance in Riding Efficiently Act, aims to streamline gate passes and flight access procedures at domestic airports. It allows caregivers, parents, and guardians to accompany minors and passengers needing assistance, such as wheelchair users, to their flights. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) must implement this system within 180 days of the Act's enactment, enabling air carriers to offer up to two gate passes for these caregivers.

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Where it stands

Current
Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Aug 11, 2025

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Transportation and Maritime Security.

Aug 8, 2025

House

Introduced in House

Aug 8, 2025

House

Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.