Runway SAFE-T Act
The Runway SAFE-T Act establishes a task force to study and recommend improvements for driver training programs at airports, ensuring that ground vehicle operators receive consistent and modern safety instruction. Additionally, the bill authorizes federal grants from 2027 to 2031 to help airports purchase advanced technologies, such as sensors and simulation systems, that enhance situational awareness and reduce vehicle-related safety incidents on airport runways and taxiways. These grants are intended to assist airport sponsors in overcoming barriers like cost and workforce availability while prioritizing projects tailored to specific airport layouts and safety needs.
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Introduced Aug 4, 2026
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Aug 4, 2026
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Aug 4, 2026
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1 primary · 8 co-sponsors
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