Bipartisan Bill Aims to Prevent FAA Employee Pay Disruptions During Shutdowns

Congress has introduced a bipartisan bill designed to ensure US air traffic controllers receive pay during any future government shutdowns. The Aviation Funding Solvency Act draws from a rarely used $2.6 billion insurance fund, which would prevent disruptions to the FAA workforce and travelers. Supporters argue that the legislation provides much-needed certainty for essential personnel and the broader aviation system. Breaking Defense reports on this development.