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After Tragedy, Aviation Safety Stalls | Kansas City News
A tragic midair collision in January 2025 that killed 67 people has reignited the push for aviation safety reform, but political gridlock threatens to stall progress. The Senate passed the ROTOR Act, mandating advanced tracking tech on all planes—including military aircraft—by 2031, seen by many as a solemn tribute to victims. But the House narrowly rejected it by one vote, citing national security concerns and exemptions for military flights near Washington D.C. Families of the victims, like Kristen Miller, are growing frustrated as the urgency fades for lawmakers, insisting safety must…
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