H.R.9695

McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act

Introduced·7/15/26

McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act mandates FAA review of low-altitude airspace safety policies.

The McCarty and Heideman Air Safety Enhancement Act requires the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to review existing policies and regulations related to low-altitude airspace safety. The FAA must identify areas for policy, operational, or technical improvements, such as updated requirements for markings on slacklines. The review must consider whether FAA policies clearly identify when temporary obstructions should be marked or lighted and whether existing penalties for violations are sufficient.

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Transportation And Infrastructure Committee
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History

Jul 15

House

Introduced in House

Jul 15

House

Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.