Commercial flights to Del Rio are closer to the finish line
Texas Insider Report: WASHINGTON D.C. Huge strides were made today towards restoring commercial airline service to and from the city of Del Rio. The
Treating Small Airports with Fairness Act will require TSA to provide screening to airports like Del Rio that lost commercial service after January 1 2013 if an air carrier commits to providing commercial service to that airport within the year.
U.S. Representative Will Hurd who represents Del Rio and co-authored the legislation fought to carry the bill
through the House with overwhelming bipartisan support.
People who are dependent on small airports in order to travel and conduct business deserve the same security that those at larger airports receive" said Hurd. Del Rio is home to Laughlin AFB numerous DHS facilities and a growing community that facilitates international trade between the US and Mexico. Given the national and homeland security-related institutions serviced directly by the Del Rio Airport and the potential boost to the economy it only makes sense to provide basic screening."
Todays approval of the TSA Fairness Act is a great step towards restoring commercial air service at Del Rio Airport" said Del Rio Mayor Robert Garza. Ensuring safe travel in and out of Del Rio airport will help boost our local economy and expedite travel for individuals coming and going from Del Rio. I am grateful for the leadership of our Congressman Will Hurd for sponsoring this legislation and bringing this important community matter to the floor of the House of Representatives as well as seeing to its quick consideration and passage."
Identical legislation was introduced in the Senate and has since been included in the FAA Reauthorization which is currently being debated on the Senate floor.
