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Quiet Skies Act

USA119th CongressHR-9530| House 
| Updated: 6/29/2026
Hillary J. Scholten

Hillary J. Scholten

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (3)
Eric A. "Rick" Crawford (Republican)Greg Stanton (Democratic)Robert P. Bresnahan (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This proposed legislation, known as the Quiet Skies Act , aims to regulate in-flight communication on commercial aircraft. It mandates the Secretary of Transportation to issue a final rule within 180 days of the bill's enactment. This rule will specifically prohibit certain cell phone voice communications on aircraft operating in scheduled passenger interstate or intrastate air transportation. The bill's objective is to address potential disruptions and ensure a more peaceful environment for passengers during flights. By establishing these clear guidelines, the Act seeks to improve the overall travel experience.
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Timeline
Jun 29, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 29, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
  • June 29, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 29, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Quiet Skies Act

USA119th CongressHR-9530| House 
| Updated: 6/29/2026
This proposed legislation, known as the Quiet Skies Act , aims to regulate in-flight communication on commercial aircraft. It mandates the Secretary of Transportation to issue a final rule within 180 days of the bill's enactment. This rule will specifically prohibit certain cell phone voice communications on aircraft operating in scheduled passenger interstate or intrastate air transportation. The bill's objective is to address potential disruptions and ensure a more peaceful environment for passengers during flights. By establishing these clear guidelines, the Act seeks to improve the overall travel experience.
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Timeline
Jun 29, 2026
Introduced in House
Jun 29, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
  • June 29, 2026
    Introduced in House


  • June 29, 2026
    Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
Hillary J. Scholten

Hillary J. Scholten

Democratic Representative

Michigan

Cosponsors (3)
Eric A. "Rick" Crawford (Republican)Greg Stanton (Democratic)Robert P. Bresnahan (Republican)

Transportation and Infrastructure Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted