What Happened
Legislation Aims to Reduce Stigma and Improve Treatment Access
The Senate has passed two bills aimed at supporting the mental health of pilots and air traffic controllers, with the goal of reducing stigma and improving access to treatment. The legislation, sponsored by Sens. John Hoeven and Tammy Duckworth, includes guidance for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and medication transparency. The bills now head to the House for consideration, following earlier guidance from the FAA encouraging pilots and air traffic controllers to seek counseling and other mental health services. This development was reported by The Hill.