Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act

# FROST Act Summary **What the Bill Does** The FROST Act (Facility for Runway Operations and Safe Transportation Act) is a straightforward technical fix to airport funding rules. Currently, airports can use federal Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants to purchase deicing equipment and build deicing facilities for aircraft, but they cannot use those same funds to build storage facilities for deicing fluids and supplies. This bill would remove that restriction, allowing airports to use AIP grant money for storage buildings and structures related to aircraft deicing operations. **Who It Affects and Why It Matters** This change affects airports across the country, particularly those in cold climates where aircraft deicing is essential for safe winter operations. By allowing airports to use existing federal grant money for storage facilities, the bill removes a funding gap that currently forces airports to cover these storage costs through other budget sources.

This could free up local airport resources for other infrastructure needs while ensuring that deicing materials are properly stored and accessible. **Current Status** The bill has passed the U.S. House of Representatives and is awaiting action in the Senate. It is a non-controversial measure with bipartisan support, focused on clarifying how existing federal transportation funds can be used rather than creating new spending.