HR 3909 · 118th Congress · Transportation and Public Works

Cargo Flight Deck Security Act of 2023

Introduced 2023-06-07· Sponsored by Rep. Garcia, Jesus G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.(2023-06-08)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Cargo Flight Deck Security Act of 2023 This bill requires certain all-cargo aircraft to be equipped with intrusion-resistant cockpit doors that remain locked while the aircraft is in flight, as directed by the aircraft's pilot in command. The bill covers new aircraft that have a cockpit door, are manufactured after January 1, 2027, and are used for delivery in all-cargo air transportation with a maximum certificated payload capacity that exceeds 6,500 pounds. The requirement takes effect on January 1, 2027, regardless of whether the Federal Aviation Administration has issued regulations to implement such a requirement.…

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Cosponsors (3)

2 Democrats1 Republican