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Story summary
- On February 19, 2026, U.S. House lawmakers introduced legislation addressing 50 aviation safety recommendations after the January 2025 collision killed 67.
- The bill would strengthen the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)'s safety culture, improve air traffic control training, and bolster Reagan National airspace.
- It calls for an independent audit of FAA safety practices.
- ROTOR Act requires operators to equip fleets with ADS-B by 2031.
- House will vote on the ROTOR Act.
