"Proposed Regulations to Hold Airlines Accountable for Mishandling Wheelchairs"

The Biden Administration has proposed new rules to improve how airlines handle wheelchairs and accommodate passengers with disabilities, aiming to hold airlines more accountable for mishandling wheelchairs and provide better training for employees who assist passengers with disabilities. While disability advocates have largely welcomed the proposed rule, some express disappointment over its limitations and call for more clarity on training and prompt assistance definitions.