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S.2503 - ROTOR Act
https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-con ... -bill/2503
https://www.commerce.senate.gov/service ... C9E24B86AF

Senate Panel Advances Bill Mandating ADS-B Tracking for All Aircraft

Under existing regulations, ADS-B Out capability has been mandatory for aircraft operating in most controlled airspace since January 2020. However, many smaller aircraft and operators flying in less congested regions have been exempt.

The proposed bill would eliminate most of these exemptions, effectively requiring universal adoption of ADS-B tracking technology.

Under the current proposal, full ADS-B compliance would be required by 2031, giving operators several years to retrofit existing aircraft and integrate compliant systems. The Senate panel cited several factors motivating this expansion, including midair collision prevention, improved search-and-rescue coordination, and better integration of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into shared airspace.

If enacted, this legislation would mark a significant step toward a fully networked surveillance ecosystem, supporting both manned and unmanned flight operations. As aviation continues to evolve toward greater automation and connectivity, universal ADS-B adoption could serve as a foundational element in the digital transformation of air traffic management.
https://aeromorning.com/en/senate-panel ... -aircraft/

https://www.commerce.senate.gov/2025/10 ... r-families

US Congress advances bill to require ADS-B In by end of 2031
Operators could receive a one-year extension, to 2032, to complete retrofits, according to language in the bill.
https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/cong ... ndate-2025

US lawmakers advance bill to require key aviation tracking technology
https://www.reuters.com/business/aerosp ... 025-10-21/

Senate Panel OKs ROTOR Act with ADS-B In Mandate
ADS-B In would be required for aircraft in controlled airspace by 2031
https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news ... -b-mandate

https://planeandpilotmag.com/new-ads-b- ... committee/

https://www.usatoday.com/story/travel/a ... 822049007/

I hope it takes effect I can't wait to get to see all of those aircraft on the flight tracker.

ADS-B privacy bill highlighted in Congressional hearing
December 11, 2025
https://generalaviationnews.com/2025/12 ... l-hearing/

Critics Say NDAA Could Undermine D.C. Airspace Safety
Legislation would allow waivers for transponder use, and it doesn’t require ADS-B
December 11, 2025
https://www.ainonline.com/aviation-news ... ace-safety

Congress renews push to limit ADS-B tracking as privacy concerns grow
December 10, 2025
“I don’t think it should be used for fee collections,”
“It should be used primarily for safety and collision avoidance and situational awareness in the cockpit. I think it’s very unfortunate the conversation has shifted more toward fee collections.”
Concerns about tracking aircraft for billing purposes have grown in recent months as several airports have explored landing fees targeting general aviation traffic. Because ADS-B broadcasts an aircraft’s position and identity, some airports and third-party vendors have used the data to log arrivals and departures as part of fee-collection programs. Opponents argue that using a safety system to generate revenue undermines trust and may encourage pilots to reduce ADS-B usage, weakening a foundational element of the national airspace system.
https://www.aerotime.aero/articles/cong ... ivacy-bill

Congress Presses Case for ADS-B Privacy
Lawmakers revisit limits on tracking data amid broader AAM debate.
December 08, 2025
restrict ADS-B use to safety functions and prohibit airports or other entities from using the data to identify aircraft for fee collection.
https://avweb.com/aviation-news/aviatio ... b-privacy/