New York · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
A 6945: Relates to improving recruitment and retention of air traffic controllers in New York State
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
A 6945 is a bill introduced in the New York House on March 18, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relates to improving recruitment and retention of air traffic controllers in New York State. Primary sponsor: Angelo Santabarbara (Democratic). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (January 7, 2026): REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Relates to addressing staffing shortages and improving workforce stability by providing state-funded financial incentives for air traffic controllers working in New York State.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2 · Republican/Conservative 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angelo Santabarbara | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 111 |
| Joe DeStefano | Co-sponsor | Republican/Conservative | House | 3 |
| Nader Sayegh | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 90 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
- REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION