0
0
0
Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023
12/15/2023, 4:05 PM
Summary of Bill S 222
Bill 118 s 222, also known as the Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023, aims to address issues related to airport infrastructure and funding along the United States' borders. The bill specifically focuses on airports located near the US-Mexico and US-Canada borders.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for improvements and upgrades to airports located near the borders. This funding would help these airports enhance their facilities, security measures, and overall operations to better serve travelers and ensure safety.
Additionally, the Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023 seeks to address disparities in funding between border airports and other airports in the country. By providing dedicated funding for border airports, the bill aims to level the playing field and ensure that these airports receive the resources they need to operate effectively. Overall, the Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to support and strengthen airport infrastructure along the US borders. By providing funding and resources to border airports, the bill aims to improve travel experiences, enhance security measures, and promote economic growth in these regions.
One key provision of the bill is the establishment of a grant program to provide funding for improvements and upgrades to airports located near the borders. This funding would help these airports enhance their facilities, security measures, and overall operations to better serve travelers and ensure safety.
Additionally, the Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023 seeks to address disparities in funding between border airports and other airports in the country. By providing dedicated funding for border airports, the bill aims to level the playing field and ensure that these airports receive the resources they need to operate effectively. Overall, the Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023 is a bipartisan effort to support and strengthen airport infrastructure along the US borders. By providing funding and resources to border airports, the bill aims to improve travel experiences, enhance security measures, and promote economic growth in these regions.
Congressional Summary of S 222
Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023
This bill requires the President to designate certain primary airports near the border as ports of entry and terminate the user fee requirement for customs services at these airports.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill S 222
Bill S 222 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 1, 2023. Bill S 222 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on February 1, 2023. Bill S 222's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance. as of February 1, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 222
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
4Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
2Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 222
Primary Policy Focus
Foreign Trade and International FinancePotential Impact Areas
- Aviation and airports
- Border security and unlawful immigration
- User charges and fees
Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 222
Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023
Border Airport Fairness Act of 2023
A bill to require the designation of certain airports as ports of entry.
Comments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 222
Latest Bills
To authorize the President to award the Medal of Honor to James Capers, Jr., for acts of valor as a member of the Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
Bill HR 3377March 25, 2026
A concurrent resolution authorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha I.
Bill SCONRES 29March 25, 2026
Emergency Conservation Program Improvement Act of 2025
Bill S 629March 25, 2026
Fighting Foreign Illegal Seafood Harvests Act of 2025
Bill S 688March 25, 2026
Sea Turtle Rescue Assistance and Rehabilitation Act of 2025
Bill S 843March 25, 2026
Tyler’s Law
Bill S 921March 25, 2026
WIPPES Act
Bill S 1092March 25, 2026
Global Investment in American Jobs Act of 2025
Bill S 2563March 25, 2026
End Special Treatment for Congress at Airports Act of 2026
Bill S 4123March 25, 2026
A bill to make technical corrections to the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026.
Bill S 4164March 25, 2026
To provide for the extension of taxes funding the Airport and Airway Trust Fund and to require the designation of certain airports as ports of entry.
Bill HR 3796December 12, 2023
Honest Runway Labeling Act
Bill HR 1804December 15, 2023