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House Rejects ROTOR Act, Endangers Aviation Safety Advocates Warn

3/6/2026

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Aviation advocates and victims’ families expressed disappointment as the House failed to pass the ROTOR Act.
The Pentagon withdrew support just before the vote, allowing Republicans to vote against the bill.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy criticized the House alternative, the ALERT Act, as failing to address safety recommendations.
Lawmakers are pursuing further talks, with some insisting national security should not compromise aviation safety.

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Story summary

Aviation advocates and victims’ families expressed disappointment as the House failed to pass the ROTOR Act.
The Pentagon withdrew support just before the vote, allowing Republicans to vote against the bill.
NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy criticized the House alternative, the ALERT Act, as failing to address safety recommendations.
Lawmakers are pursuing further talks, with some insisting national security should not compromise aviation safety.