Control Tower Continuity Act
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- Senate
- Sponsor
- 1
- Latest action
- Jul 10, 2025
What it does
The Control Tower Continuity Act would amend federal law to remove the mandatory retirement age of 61 for air traffic controllers, allowing them to continue working beyond that age if they meet medical standards. It would require the FAA to update medical clearance rules so that controllers aged 61 or older must renew their medical certification every six months. The changes would take effect 180 days after enactment and aim to address staffing shortages by retaining experienced controllers. The bill affects air traffic controllers employed by the Federal Aviation Administration.
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