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HR0668
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HOUSE RESOLUTION

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WHEREAS, Commercial air travel is a critical component of
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the nation's transportation infrastructure and is relied upon
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by millions of Americans, including Illinois residents, for
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employment, education, family responsibilities, military
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service, medical care, and civic participation; and

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WHEREAS, Over time, the average physical dimensions of
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American adults have changed, reflecting broader demographic
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and public health trends documented by federal agencies and
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medical professionals; and

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WHEREAS, During the same period, many commercial airlines
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have reduced seat width, legroom, and seat pitch in standard
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economy cabins in order to increase aircraft capacity and
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revenue, while base fares and ancillary fees have continued to
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rise; and

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WHEREAS, These reductions have occurred in the absence of
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clear, enforceable federal minimum standards governing
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passenger seating dimensions, leaving consumer comfort,
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safety, and accessibility largely unprotected; and

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WHEREAS, Overly restrictive seating conditions can
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negatively affect passenger health and safety, including

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increased risk of circulatory issues, musculoskeletal strain,
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mobility limitations, and heightened discomfort during
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extended flights; and

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WHEREAS, Such conditions disproportionately impact
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seniors, people with disabilities, individuals with temporary
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injuries, parents traveling with children, veterans, and
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passengers with medical or mobility-related needs, raising
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concerns about equity, accessibility, and dignity in air
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travel; and

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WHEREAS, Many travelers are effectively required to pay
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additional fees for modestly increased legroom or seat width
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simply to travel in reasonable comfort, shifting the cost of
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basic accommodation onto consumers rather than incorporating
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it into standard service; and

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WHEREAS, Transparent, fair, and accessible transportation
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policy benefits travelers, airlines, and the broader economy
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by promoting public trust, long-term customer satisfaction,
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and safe travel conditions; and

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WHEREAS, Addressing airline seating standards is not a
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partisan issue, but a matter of consumer protection, public
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health, disability access, and responsible regulation that
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balances economic viability with the well-being of the

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traveling public; therefore, be it

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RESOLVED, BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE ONE
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HUNDRED FOURTH GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, that
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we urge commercial airlines operating in the United States to
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adopt reasonable minimum passenger seating standards that
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reflect modern body dimensions and support basic comfort,
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safety, and mobility for the general public; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That we call upon federal aviation and
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transportation regulators to study and establish minimum
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standards for seat width, legroom, and pitch informed by
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public health data, disability access considerations, and
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passenger safety research; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That we encourage airlines to ensure seating
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practices do not discriminate against or unduly burden
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passengers with disabilities or health-related needs, and that
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reasonable accommodation not be treated as a premium add-on
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fee; and be it further

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RESOLVED, That we urge greater pricing and seating
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transparency, including clear disclosure of seat dimensions
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and legroom at the time of ticket purchase, so consumers can
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make informed travel decisions without surprise fees; and be
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it further

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RESOLVED, That suitable copies of this resolution be
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delivered to the President of the United States, the United
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States Department of Transportation, the Federal Aviation
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Administration, and all members of the Illinois Congressional
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Delegation.

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