US Federal 2025-2026 Regular Session

US Federal House Bill HB6086

Introduced

12/18/25

Introduced

11/18/25

Refer

11/18/25

Refer

11/19/25

Report Pass

12/18/25

Caption

Aviation Funding Solvency Act

Impact

If enacted, HB 6086 would provide a critical financial lifeline to the FAA during fiscal emergencies, specifically when there is no enacted appropriation for the department. The bill stipulates that funding from the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund can be utilized to maintain FAA operations at the previous fiscal year's levels rather than ceasing operations or reducing services when new funds are unavailable. This provision is particularly important for maintaining the safety and efficacy of national air traffic control and other aviation-related activities that depend on steady operational funding.

Summary

House Bill 6086, known as the Aviation Funding Solvency Act, aims to ensure continued funding for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) by utilizing the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund in the event of a government shutdown. The bill is designed to prevent a lapse in funding that would disrupt crucial aviation services and activities, which could occur due to delays or failures in government appropriations processes. By allowing the FAA to draw from the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund, the legislation seeks to guarantee the continuity of essential programs and services provided by the agency.

Contention

There are notable points of contention surrounding HB 6086, particularly regarding the implications of drawing from the Aviation Insurance Revolving Fund. Critics of the bill may voice concerns about the long-term stability of the fund, with potential impacts on insurance liabilities and how these actions could affect the availability of funds for other aviation-related expenses. Moreover, discussions may arise about the implications of this funding mechanism on future appropriations processes, potentially setting a precedent for reliance on alternative funding sources during government shutdowns.

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Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

US SB1045

Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025

US HB5451

Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025

US HB5455

Aviation Funding Stability Act of 2025

US HB2563

Aviation Education Remaining Operational Act

US HB7553

Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act

US SB3885

Aviation Innovation and Global Competitiveness Act

US HB2591

Mental Health in Aviation Act of 2025

US HB6012

FARE Act Fair Aviation in Restrictions and Emergencies Act

US HB898

Aviation Noise and Emissions Mitigation Act

US HB220

Advanced Aviation Act This bill directs the Department of Transportation (DOT) to redesignate the Office of NextGen as the Office of Advanced Aviation within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The new office duties include the coordination of rulemaking and approval processes on matters relating to advanced aviation systems (e.g., drones, supersonic aircraft technologies, counter-unmanned aircraft systems). The bill also establishes an Office of Advanced Integration within the Office of Advanced Aviation. Additionally, DOT must establish an Advanced Aviation Coordination Unit within the FAA whose responsibilities shall include the promotion of the safe and responsible integration of advanced aviation systems into the national airspace system. Further, DOT must redesignate the William J. Hughes Technical Center as the William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aviation. The center must establish and manage a program to evaluate new aviation-related technologies proposed to be used in the national airspace system and facilitate the integration of such technologies into the national airspace system.

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