Senate approves legislation targeted at pilot, air traffic control mental health guidance

The Senate passed two bills Thursday aimed at removing barriers for pilots and air traffic controllers seeking mental health treatment, as well as reduce stigma surrounding these conditions. Sponsored by Sens. John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Tammy Duckworth (D-Ill.), respectively, both pieces of legislation passed in the upper chamber by unanimous consent. The first act, which…

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