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This bill, known as the Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025, provides a mechanism for funding Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) activities during a government shutdown or when annual appropriations are not enacted. Specifically, if Congress fails to pass a budget or continuing resolution for the FAA, the bill allows the agency to continue operations using unappropriated funds from the Airport and Airway Trust Fund. The funding would cover existing programs and projects at the previous year's operational rate, and would be available for up to 30 days after the initial lapse in appropriations. The bill ensures that critical FAA functions like operations, facilities and equipment, research and development, and airport grants can continue without interruption. The funding would be subject to the same terms and conditions as the previous year's appropriations, and any expenditures would be retroactively charged to the appropriate budget when a new appropriation is eventually passed. Additionally, the bill amends the Internal Revenue Code to support this funding mechanism. The provisions are designed to prevent disruptions in aviation-related government services during potential budget impasses, providing stability and continuity for the FAA's essential activities.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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