AI-assisted analysis based on the official CRS summary. Source version: Apr 24, 2026. Analysis updated: Sep 15, 2026.
01 — The Text
What.
- Prohibits civil helicopter operation within a 20-mile radius of the Statue of Liberty National Monument in New York
- Exempts flights for public health and safety purposes, including law enforcement and medical services
- Exempts heavy-lift operations supporting construction and infrastructure maintenance
- Requires the Federal Aviation Administration to issue or update regulations to implement the restrictions
02 — The Stakes
So what?
- The geographic restriction applies broadly to civilian helicopter traffic in the specified radius around the monument
- Emergency and safety-critical helicopter operations would continue to be permitted under the stated exceptions
- Documented effects and implementation timeline are not specified in the official summary
- The bill's impact on commercial helicopter tour operators, private aviation, or helicopter services in the region is not established in the summary
03 — The Path
Now what?
- Bill introduced in House on May 5, 2025
- Referred to House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure on May 5, 2025
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation on May 5, 2025
Legislative History
Actions.
- May 5, 2025 — Referred to the Subcommittee on Aviation.
- May 5, 2025 — Referred to the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure.
- May 5, 2025 — Introduced in House
- May 5, 2025 — Introduced in House