H.R. 6427Passed one chamberJobs & the economy
Small airports could use state highway standards for runway work
Data as of July 12, 2026
Small "nonprimary" airports serving planes under 60,000 pounds could use state highway standards instead of federal pavement rules.35-second read · 4 questions answered below
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What does this do?
The bill would let smaller, nonprimary airports use their state's highway construction standards for runway and taxiway pavement instead of federal airport design standards. This option applies only to airports serving aircraft weighing 60,000 pounds or less, and only after the state notifies the federal government and the Secretary of Transportation confirms it won't cause safety problems.
Who does it affect?
State transportation departments, local airport authorities, and construction contractors working on smaller regional and community airports.
Why does it matter?
Using more familiar state highway specifications could simplify pavement projects at small airports, though actual effects depend on how states and the FAA implement the change.
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee
- House vote
- Senate — You are here
- President's desk
Right now: it passed the House and now goes to the Senate. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Airport Regulatory Relief Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- December 4, 2025
- Latest action:
- March 25, 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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