Requires the FAA to update its pilot and air traffic controller medical rules so workers are encouraged to seek mental health care and disclose conditions without fear of losing their certification.

• Requires the FAA to update regulations within 2 years to encourage pilots, controllers, and others in aviation to seek help for mental health conditions and disclose them.
• Requires an annual review of the special issuance process for pilots and air traffic controllers, including approving more medications for mental health conditions and improving examiner training.
• Sets aside $13,740,000 per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2028 to recruit and train additional aviation medical examiners and clear a backlog of special issuance cases.
• Sets aside $1,500,000 per year for fiscal years 2026 through 2028 for a public information campaign to reduce stigma around seeking mental health care in aviation.

• Transportation and Infrastructure Committee (House)
• Aviation Subcommittee
• Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee (Senate)

Transportation and Public Works