Bill · H.R. 2887· House(119-HR-2887)
Protecting Outdoor Concerts Act of 2025
- Introduced
- 4/10/2025
- Last activity
- 4/10/2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
- Sponsored by
- Raul Ruiz
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Protecting Outdoor Concerts Act of 2025," directs the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration to act regarding airspace near large events. The Administrator must issue or update regulations to allow for temporary flight restrictions near outdoor music festivals or concerts. These restrictions would apply to both manned and unmanned aircraft. This mandate applies to events with a daily attendance of at least 30,000 people. The goal is to protect people, property, and air safety.
Yes
Does this give the federal government more power?+3
The bill expands FAA regulatory authority over local event airspace.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Protection of Safety and Property: The Administrator can issue restrictions to protect persons or property on the surface or in the air, or to maintain air safety and efficiency (Section 2(a)).
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Prevention of Airspace Congestion: The regulations aim to prevent the unsafe congestion of aircraft near large outdoor events (Section 2(a)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts are explicitly stated in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Increases Federal Power+3
- 4/10/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
- Introduced in House