H.R. 7613Passed one chamberJobs & the economy
ALERT Act pushes FAA to require better collision-avoidance tech on aircraft
Data as of July 22, 2026
The ALERT Act sets FAA deadlines to study and require collision-avoidance tech and review air traffic control practices near busy airports.AI-decoded40-second read · 4 questions answered below
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AI-decodedWhat does this do?
The bill requires the FAA to study, develop rules for, and eventually mandate upgraded collision-avoidance systems for airplanes and helicopters, plus broader collision mitigation technology for smaller aircraft. It also directs reviews of air traffic controller staffing, training, alert systems, and helicopter flight routes near busy airports, especially Reagan National.
Who does it affect?
It affects the FAA, commercial airlines, cargo carriers, private and business aviation operators, helicopter operators, manufacturers, and air traffic controllers. It also affects the Department of Defense and, indirectly, airline passengers and communities near major airports.
Why does it matter?
The requirements respond to near-miss incidents and mid-air collision risks, imposing new study and rulemaking deadlines rather than immediate mandates on the public.
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
ALERT Act
- Introduced:
- February 20, 2026
- Latest action:
- April 15, 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Read the official bill on Congress.gov