AIRLINES-MIN. SEAT STANDARDS
Summary
Urges commercial airlines operating in the United States to adopt reasonable minimum passenger seating standards that reflect modern body dimensions and support basic comfort, safety, and mobility for the general public. Calls upon federal aviation and transportation regulators to study and establish minimum standards for seat width, legroom, and pitch informed by public health data, disability access considerations, and passenger safety research. Encourages airlines to ensure seating practices do not discriminate against or unduly burden passengers with disabilities or health-related needs, and that reasonable accommodation not be treated as a premium add-on. Urges greater pricing and seating transparency, including clear disclosure of seat dimensions and legroom at the time of ticket purchase, so consumers can make informed travel decisions without surprise fees.
Bill status
passed
3 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
May 2026
House Passage
May 2026
Senate Passage
Governor
Introduced Feb 13, 2026
Last action May 28, 2026
Floor votes · House May 28, 2026
How they voted
73–31
Passed · 11 other
Total votes 115
May 28, 2026
D
Democratic75
93% Yea
R
Republican40
77% Nay
Vote distribution
All Yea
All Nay
Mixed
No data
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
6
Key actions
2
Committee
3
May 28, 2026
Lower · Passed
Resolution Adopted 076-031-000
lower
May 12, 2026
Lower · Passed
Recommends Be Adopted Consumer Protection Committee; 005-003-000
lower
Apr 27, 2026
Committee
Assigned to Consumer Protection Committee
lower
Feb 17, 2026
Committee
Referred to Rules Committee
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Sonya Harper
DDemocratic
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