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Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2025
4/8/2025, 4:35 PM
Summary of Bill HR 2592
Bill 119 hr 2592, also known as the "FAA Medications List Transparency Act," aims to increase transparency within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) by requiring the Administrator to publish a list of medications that are compiled for the medical certification of airmen. This list will provide pilots and other aviation personnel with clear guidelines on which medications are acceptable for use while maintaining their certification.
The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that airmen are aware of which medications may impact their ability to safely operate aircraft. By making this information readily available, the FAA can help prevent potential conflicts between medication use and aviation safety.
In addition to publishing the medications list, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to medical certification of airmen. This may include updates to existing regulations, guidelines for medical evaluations, or other measures aimed at improving the overall safety and well-being of aviation personnel. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2592 seeks to promote transparency and accountability within the FAA, while also prioritizing the safety and health of airmen. By providing clear information on acceptable medications, the bill aims to enhance aviation safety and ensure that pilots are able to perform their duties effectively and responsibly.
The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that airmen are aware of which medications may impact their ability to safely operate aircraft. By making this information readily available, the FAA can help prevent potential conflicts between medication use and aviation safety.
In addition to publishing the medications list, the bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to medical certification of airmen. This may include updates to existing regulations, guidelines for medical evaluations, or other measures aimed at improving the overall safety and well-being of aviation personnel. Overall, Bill 119 hr 2592 seeks to promote transparency and accountability within the FAA, while also prioritizing the safety and health of airmen. By providing clear information on acceptable medications, the bill aims to enhance aviation safety and ensure that pilots are able to perform their duties effectively and responsibly.
Congressional Summary of HR 2592
Aviation Medication Transparency Act of 2025
This bill directs the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to compile, publish, and annually update a list of medications that may be safely prescribed to pilots and air traffic controllers for the purposes of issuing a medical certification. The list must be publicly available on the FAA website and distributed to those seeking a license and medical certification.
Currently, the FAA does not have a list of approved medications. However, the FAA does have lists for Aviation Medical Examiners of Do Not Issue medications and Do Not Fly medications.
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Current Status of Bill HR 2592
Bill HR 2592 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since April 2, 2025. Bill HR 2592 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on April 2, 2025. Bill HR 2592's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. as of April 2, 2025
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 2592
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
1Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
1Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 2592
Primary Policy Focus
Transportation and Public WorksAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 2592
To require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to publish the list of medications that the Administrator has compiled for purposes of the medical certification of airmen, and for other purposes.
To require the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to publish the list of medications that the Administrator has compiled for purposes of the medical certification of airmen, and for other purposes.
Comments

Robin Cooper
938
1 year ago
Can't believe they finally passed this! It's about time we know what's in our meds when we fly. #transparency #aviationwin
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 2592
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