Senate advances bipartisan bills on aviation worker mental health and medication transparency

The Senate unanimously passed bipartisan legislation to improve mental health support for pilots and air traffic controllers, recognizing the critical need for mental wellness in safety-sensitive roles. The Mental Health in Aviation Act would establish new resources and reduce stigma around mental health treatment for aviation workers.

Washington — Bipartisan legislation aimed at bolstering mental health support for pilots and air traffic controllers was unanimously approved by the Senate on Sept. 28. The Mental Health in Aviation Act (S. 3257), co-sponsored by Sens. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and John Hoeven (R-ND), would direct the…

This story was originally published by Safety+Health Magazine.