Janice Hahn: “Today, I rise in support of long-suffering airline passengers. All of us know that air travel is becoming more and more…”

“Today, I rise in support of long-suffering airline passengers. All of us know that air travel is becoming more and more uncomfortable. At a time when airlines treat passengers so poorly, subjecting us to decreased legroom, cramped planes, more seats in each row, charging extra fees for luggage or snacks, and many other inconveniences, many people are understandably upset that a CEO of a major airline will receive a golden parachute with up to $20 million in compensation and free first-class airline tickets for life. The airline industry is expected to double its profits this year as compared to last year, and even though the fuel prices have dropped 50 percent, ticket prices have barely budged, but what has changed is smaller seats and less legroom. Since 9/11, the traveling public has complied graciously and patiently with all the new regulations, but once they board the airplane, they are squeezed at every side. I will soon be introducing legislation that improves the flying experience for the flying public. I think Congress needs to look out for the consumer. ____________________”