hold on there's just too much going on in Congress lmao...
Applies pilot rest rules to all commercial flights for safety.
Reps. Scholten and Bresnahan.
In committee, no House vote yet
This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to update regulations. The goal is to ensure existing flight time limits and rest requirements for pilots apply to all commercial airline operations (those under Part 121 of federal regulations). This means all commercial pilots would be covered by these rules. The bill was introduced by Representatives Scholten and Bresnahan and is currently with a House committee.
Introduced Jan 21, 2026
The bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. For it to become law, it must pass through this committee, be approved by a vote in the House, then pass the Senate, and finally be signed by the President.
If passed, the Federal Aviation Administration would have to update its rules to make sure all commercial airline pilots follow specific limits on flight time and get enough rest. This change aims to reduce pilot fatigue, which could make flights safer for everyone. Airlines would likely need to review and possibly change their current pilot scheduling practices to comply.
Supporters Say
Supporters believe stricter pilot rest rules will enhance air travel safety by preventing fatigue.
Critics Say
The bill text does not indicate specific criticisms or opposition to this measure.