A Republican bill with 1 Democratic cosponsor · See all 6 cosponsors
Last activity — Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the "Territories Airport Support Act of 2025" or the "TASA Act of 2025." It seeks to amend section 47109 of title 49 of the United States Code. The primary goal is to update requirements for airports in economically distressed communities to qualify for a special rule regarding project costs. This includes adjustments to what qualifies an airport for these specific rules.
Yes· 3 of 8
- Scored +2
Would people in rural areas be better off under this?
The bill specifically supports airports in territories and essential air service areas, which are vital for rural residents.
- Scored +2
Does this invest in rural communities?
The bill directly targets airports in distressed communities and territories, aiding rural connectivity.
- Scored +1
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Infrastructure support in distressed communities can improve economic opportunities for low-income residents.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Updated Eligibility for Airport Support: The bill updates the requirements for qualifying for the special rule relating to project costs for airports. This includes airports receiving essential air service or those located in a United States territory that were eligible points under section 419 of the Federal Aviation Act of 1958 on October 24, 1978 (Section 2).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — The bill specifically supports airports in territories and essential air service areas, which are vital for rural residents. Would business owners be better off under this? — Improved airport access can benefit local businesses and commerce. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Infrastructure support in distressed communities can improve economic opportunities for low-income residents.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The bill directly targets airports in distressed communities and territories, aiding rural connectivity. Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — The bill supports airport infrastructure which is a critical component of regional transit connectivity.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to grow the economy? — Updating airport cost-sharing requirements helps stimulate economic activity in distressed and territorial areas. Is this likely to create jobs? — Improved airport infrastructure support may indirectly support local employment in distressed communities.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — By supporting infrastructure in distressed communities, the bill may aid long-term poverty reduction.
- 9/15/2026
- Subcommittee on Aviation Discharged
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
- 2/2/2026
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
- 1/13/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 1/8/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 12/16/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/4/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Don BaconRepublican · Nebraska
Nicholas BegichRepublican · Alaska
James MoylanRepublican · Guam
Stacey PlaskettDemocrat · Virgin Islands
Aumua Amata RadewagenRepublican · American Samoa
Tony WiedRepublican · Wisconsin