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Good Jobs for Good Airports Act
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Summary of Bill HR 1499
The Good Jobs for Good Airports Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 1499, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to promote job creation and economic growth in the aviation industry by investing in airport infrastructure and workforce development.
Specifically, the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act aims to provide funding for airport improvement projects, such as runway expansions, terminal upgrades, and modernization of air traffic control systems. By investing in these infrastructure projects, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and safety of airports, as well as create new job opportunities for workers in the aviation sector.
In addition to funding airport infrastructure projects, the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act also includes provisions for workforce development programs. These programs are designed to train and educate workers in the aviation industry, helping them to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their careers. By investing in workforce development, the bill aims to ensure that the aviation industry has a skilled and qualified workforce to support its growth and success. Overall, the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to promote job creation and economic growth in the aviation industry through investments in airport infrastructure and workforce development. If passed, this bill has the potential to benefit both workers in the aviation sector and the broader economy as a whole.
Specifically, the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act aims to provide funding for airport improvement projects, such as runway expansions, terminal upgrades, and modernization of air traffic control systems. By investing in these infrastructure projects, the bill seeks to improve the efficiency and safety of airports, as well as create new job opportunities for workers in the aviation sector.
In addition to funding airport infrastructure projects, the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act also includes provisions for workforce development programs. These programs are designed to train and educate workers in the aviation industry, helping them to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in their careers. By investing in workforce development, the bill aims to ensure that the aviation industry has a skilled and qualified workforce to support its growth and success. Overall, the Good Jobs for Good Airports Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to promote job creation and economic growth in the aviation industry through investments in airport infrastructure and workforce development. If passed, this bill has the potential to benefit both workers in the aviation sector and the broader economy as a whole.
Congressional Summary of HR 1499
Good Jobs for Good Airports Act
This bill modifies pay, benefits, and labor standards for certain airport service workers. Airport service workers include security officers, food service workers, cleaning staff, ticketing agents, and retail service workers.
Specifically, the bill prohibits small, medium, and large hub airports from accessing certain federal funds for airport projects unless the airports certify that such airport service workers are paid no less than the higher of $15 per hour; the applicable federal, state, or local minimum wage and fringe benefits; or the prevailing wage and fringe benefits required under the Service Contract Act, which the bill requires the Department of Labor to establish.
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Current Status of Bill HR 1499
Bill HR 1499 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 9, 2023. Bill HR 1499 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on March 9, 2023. Bill HR 1499's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of March 10, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1499
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
190Democrat Cosponsors
190Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1499
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1499
Good Jobs for Good Airports Act
Good Jobs for Good Airports Act
To require small, medium, and large hub airports to certify that airport service workers are paid the prevailing wage and provided fringe benefits, and for other purposes.
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Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 1499
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