Bills of Congress September 30, 2025 by U.S. Congress

ACPAC Modernization Act

Summary

The ACPAC Modernization Act aims to modify the termination clause of the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee (ACPAC) and expand its scope. Specifically, it seeks to include ticket agents within the committee's purview. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives by Ms. Titus and Mr. Bilirakis and referred to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.

Expected Effects

The Act would extend the life of the Aviation Consumer Protection Advisory Committee. It would also broaden the committee's responsibilities to include issues related to ticket agents. This could lead to increased scrutiny and potential regulation of airline ticket sales practices.

Potential Benefits

Enhanced consumer protection in the aviation industry.
Increased representation of consumer interests through the advisory committee.
Potential for improved airline ticket transparency and fairness.
Continued operation of a committee dedicated to aviation consumer issues.
Greater awareness of consumer concerns related to air travel.

Potential Disadvantages

Potential for increased regulatory burden on airlines and ticket agents.
Possible increase in operational costs for airlines, potentially passed on to consumers.
The act does not address any specific issues, so its impact is uncertain.
No clear mechanism for how the committee's advice will be implemented.
The act does not address the funding of the committee.

Constitutional Alignment

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The bill appears to align with the Commerce Clause (Article I, Section 8, Clause 3) of the U.S. Constitution, which grants Congress the power to regulate commerce among the states. Aviation and consumer protection fall under this purview. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any specific individual rights or freedoms guaranteed by the Constitution or its amendments.