S 697
Air Traffic Control Workforce Development Act of 2025
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 8:44 AM
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Bill overview
The Air Traffic Control Workforce Development Act of 2025 aims to improve the training and workforce for air traffic controllers. It expands the Enhanced Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative (AT-CTI) program by providing grants to eligible colleges and establishing a faculty annuity supplement. The bill also creates an aviation rulemaking committee to review and update air traffic control curricula and exam procedures, authorizes funding for training equipment, and establishes incentives for air traffic controller retention. Finally, it mandates training on mental health for aviation professionals and requires a report on the Airport Non-Cooperative Surveillance Radar (ANSR) program.
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