Bill · H.R. 10244· House(119-HR-10244)
No Taxpayer Funds for Congressional First Class Flights Act
- Introduced
- 9/3/2026
- Last activity
- 9/3/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
- Sponsored by
- Thomas Kean
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, titled the "No Taxpayer Funds for Congressional First Class Flights Act," aims to restrict how Members of Congress use official funds for air travel. It prohibits using these funds for any airline accommodations that are not coach-class. An exception is made if a member has a medical disability or another special need. The bill defines coach-class as the basic class of accommodation that includes carry-on baggage without extra cost. This regulation would apply to Senators, Representatives, Delegates, and the Resident Commissioner. The changes would take effect starting in fiscal year 2027.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?+2
The bill reduces official travel expenditures by restricting airline accommodations to coach class.
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?+2
Restricting premium travel expenses promotes more responsible use of public funds.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+2
The bill promotes transparency and accountability in how Members of Congress utilize public funds for travel.
The opposite
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?-1
The bill limits travel options, though it includes a necessary exception for those with disabilities.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Restricting non-coach travel: By prohibiting the use of official funds for anything other than coach-class accommodations, the bill limits spending on more expensive airline seats (Section 2(a)).
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Protections for those with specific needs: The bill allows for exceptions to the coach-class rule if the upgraded accommodation is necessary to accommodate a medical disability or other special need (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text: The document does not list any negative consequences or burdens that would result from the passage of this act.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Fiscal Responsibility+2Reduces Government Spending+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Disability Rights+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Middle Class Households+1Good For People With Disabilities-1
- 9/3/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on House Administration.
- Introduced in House