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3/20/2025, 12:23 PM

Summary of Bill HR 1536

Bill 119 HR 1536, also known as the "Foreign Air Carrier Landing Rights Act," aims to permit certain foreign air carriers to make stops in Guam or the Northern Mariana Islands while transporting passengers or cargo between the United States and other countries. This bill would allow for more flexibility in air transportation routes and could potentially benefit the economies of Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands by increasing tourism and trade opportunities.

The bill does not specify which foreign air carriers would be eligible for these landing rights, but it does outline the conditions under which they would be granted. These conditions include compliance with US aviation regulations and security measures, as well as obtaining necessary permits and approvals from relevant authorities.

Overall, the purpose of Bill 119 HR 1536 is to facilitate international air travel and commerce by allowing foreign air carriers to make stops in Guam or the Northern Mariana Islands as part of their transportation routes. This could potentially lead to increased connectivity between the United States and other countries, as well as economic benefits for the territories involved.

Current Status of Bill HR 1536

Bill HR 1536 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 24, 2025. Bill HR 1536 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 24, 2025.  Bill HR 1536's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of February 24, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1536

Total Number of Sponsors
2
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
2
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1536

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1536

To allow certain foreign air carriers to stop in Guam or the Northern Mariana Islands in the course of transportation of passengers or cargo in either direction between a place in the United States and a place outside the United States, and for other purposes.To allow certain foreign air carriers to stop in Guam or the Northern Mariana Islands in the course of transportation of passengers or cargo in either direction between a place in the United States and a place outside the United States, and for other purposes.
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