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Airline Employee Assault Prevention Act

12/21/2023, 4:30 PM

Summary of Bill HR 4037

The Airline Employee Assault Prevention Act, also known as Bill 118 hr 4037, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress aimed at protecting airline employees from assault and harassment while on duty. The bill specifically targets incidents of violence and aggression towards flight attendants, pilots, and other airline staff.

The key provisions of the bill include increasing penalties for individuals who assault or interfere with airline employees in the performance of their duties. This includes fines and potential imprisonment for offenders. The bill also requires airlines to develop and implement training programs for employees on how to de-escalate conflicts and handle potentially dangerous situations.

Additionally, the Airline Employee Assault Prevention Act calls for the creation of a task force to study and address the root causes of violence against airline employees. This task force will be responsible for developing recommendations for improving safety and security measures within the airline industry. Overall, the goal of this legislation is to ensure the safety and well-being of airline employees by deterring and addressing incidents of assault and harassment. By increasing penalties for offenders, providing training for employees, and conducting research on the causes of violence, the Airline Employee Assault Prevention Act aims to create a safer work environment for those in the airline industry.

Current Status of Bill HR 4037

Bill HR 4037 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 12, 2023. Bill HR 4037 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on June 12, 2023.  Bill HR 4037's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation. as of June 13, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4037

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
22
Democrat Cosponsors
20
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4037

Primary Policy Focus

Transportation and Public Works

Potential Impact Areas

- Assault and harassment offenses
- Aviation and airports
- Congressional oversight
- Transportation employees
- Transportation safety and security
- Worker safety and health

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4037

Airline Employee Assault Prevention Act
Airline Employee Assault Prevention Act
To amend title 49, United States Code, with respect to submissions of certain Employee Assault Prevention and Response Plans, and for other purposes.

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