US House Transportation Committee Chair Will Not Seek Re-election The chair of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Sam Graves (R-MO), has announced he will not seek re-election, according to sources cited by Reuters. This decision marks another departure from Congress as dozens of lawmakers prepare to leave their seats. Graves, a long-standing advocate for aviation policy, has played a pivotal role in shaping key legislation, including the recent passage of an aviation safety bill that received unanimous approval. His tenure also included oversight of the 2024 reauthorization of the Federal Aviation Administration, a major legislative effort aimed at modernizing air traffic management and enhancing safety protocols. Graves’ decision to step down was confirmed by his statement to the Wall Street Journal, where he expressed no intention to run for another term. The move comes amid broader shifts in the political landscape, with many members of Congress retiring or transitioning to other roles. His departure is expected to create a vacancy in a committee critical to shaping transportation policy, including infrastructure funding, environmental regulations, and aviation safety standards. The announcement was first reported by Reuters, which cited unnamed sources close to the situation. Graves’ leadership has been instrumental in advancing legislation that balances industry needs with public safety, particularly in the wake of recent aviation incidents. His absence from the committee will likely prompt a leadership transition, though the specifics of his successor remain unclear.#federal_aviation_administration #reuters #house_transportation_and_infrastructure_committee #us_house_transportation_committee #sam_graves
