A bill to amend title 49, United States Code, to include a public airport in use by an air reserve station as a primary airport.

This bill designates any public airport in use by an air reserve station as a primary airport for purposes of additional funding through the Airport Improvement Program, which funds airport infrastructure projects. Under current law, a primary airport is generally a commercial service airport that has more than 10,000 passenger boardings each year.

Bill 118 s 1255, also known as the "Public Airport Access Act," aims to amend title 49 of the United States Code to designate a public airport that is utilized by an air reserve station as a primary airport. This bill seeks to recognize the importance of public airports that also serve as air reserve stations, ensuring that they receive the necessary support and resources to operate effectively.

The bill highlights the critical role that these airports play in supporting national defense and emergency response efforts. By designating these airports as primary airports, they will have access to additional funding and resources to maintain and improve their infrastructure, ensuring they can continue to effectively serve both civilian and military aviation needs.

Supporters of the bill argue that recognizing these airports as primary airports will help enhance their capabilities and ensure they can continue to support military operations, training exercises, and emergency response efforts. Additionally, designating these airports as primary airports will help streamline coordination between civilian and military authorities, improving overall efficiency and effectiveness. Overall, Bill 118 s 1255 aims to strengthen the role of public airports that also serve as air reserve stations, recognizing their importance in supporting national defense and emergency response efforts. By designating these airports as primary airports, they will receive the necessary support and resources to continue operating effectively and efficiently.