S. 3257
Eases mental health reporting rules for aviation workers
Directs the Federal Aviation Administration to update its medical rules and guidance so pilots and air traffic controllers are encouraged to seek and disclose mental health care.
- The agency must update its medical rules within 18 months to encourage disclosure
- Up to $15 million a year for 2026 through 2028 to hire and train medical examiners
- Requires a review of the process for approving pilots and controllers who take mental health medicines
- Public information campaign from 2026 to 2028 to reduce stigma around seeking care
Passed the Senate · House's turn