Thompson's Passenger Bill Of Rights Enacted

Statement

Today Congressman Mike Thompson (D-CA), the original sponsor of Passenger Bill of Rights legislation, released the following statement after Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced significant protections for airline passengers:

"This is a big victory for airline passengers," said Congressman Thompson. "Passengers will no longer have to give up their basic rights when they step on an airplane. I applaud Secretary LaHood for putting these long-overdue protections in place. Almost three years ago I introduced legislation to make these changes, and I'm very glad to see that they will be implemented. I look forward to working with Secretary LaHood to make sure this rule brings passengers the protections they deserve."

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