S 545
Air Carrier Access Amendments Act of 2023
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The Air Carrier Access Amendments Act of 2023 aims to improve accessibility for passengers with disabilities in air travel. It updates the Air Carrier Access Act by requiring air carriers to meet minimum accessibility standards for aircraft, airport facilities, websites, and kiosks. The Department of Transportation will create regulations addressing boarding equipment, seating, lavatories, and communication methods, with existing aircraft having five years to comply. The bill also strengthens enforcement mechanisms, including civil penalties for violations and the ability for passengers and the Department of Justice to sue airlines for discrimination.
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Dianne Feinstein
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