S. 2493, The Fair and Competitive Air Transportation Service in New York-New Jersey Region Act

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S. 2493 would prohibit the limitation of certain air traffic in the New York and New Jersey region.

Detailed Summary

Fair and Competitive Air Transportation Service in New York-New Jersey Region Act - Prohibits the Secretary of Transportation from taking action that only limits commercial air traffic from one airport operated by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and not from all other airports operated by such Authority unless consent is given by the Authority. Provides an exception to such prohibition if such action is necessary to preserve air traffic safety or in cases of a national emergency.

Status of the Legislation

Latest Major Action: 12/17/2007: Referred to Senate committee. Status: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.

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