Aviation bill dogfight
CQ Budget, Episode No. 316
Congress is scrambling to complete work this week on the Federal Aviation Administration bill before key authorities expire Friday. But a push for amendments, including some with hefty price tags, is threatening to gum up the works. CQ Roll Call’s David Lerman and Valerie Yurk outline the major obstacles for the five-year FAA bill and assess its prospects for passage.
Show Notes:
- Virginia, Maryland senators renew National flight slot debate
- Senate Democrats seek to maneuver tax deal to the floor