Calling it a “big win” for travelers, aviation workers, and the economy, President Biden has signed the $105 billion Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization into law.

One of the bill’s provisions redesignates the Youngstown-Warren Regional Airport as a primary airport, allowing it to receive $1 million in annual federal funding instead of the current $150,000.

Another provision ensures the airport has the resources necessary to support the missions of the Youngstown Air Reserve Station, including its current c130 mission and future C130Js coming later this year.

The act increases the number of Air Traffic Controllers at U.S. airports, including an increase of Certified Professional Controllers at the Youngstown Tower from the current 16 to 22, along with another three controllers to perform watch supervision.

The Act includes provisions to strengthen aviation safety standards, advance technology and innovation, and support airport infrastructure.

Under the reauthorization, passengers now have clear refund standards when an airline cancels or significantly delays a flight.  A refund will be required if a domestic flight is delayed three hours and when an international flight is delayed six hours. Airlines will be required to display easy-to-find refund request buttons on their websites.

The legislation prohibits airlines from charging fees for families to sit together.

Airlines must also establish policies regarding reimbursement for lodging, transportation between lodging and the airport, and meal costs incurred due to a flight cancellation or significant delay directly attributable to the air carrier.