AZ ADS-B Bill Update

Letter from Alicia Goforth, City of Mesa Councilmember District 5:

Jun 18, 2026

Dear Neighbors,

I wanted to share some good news regarding HB2210, the bill that would have prohibited Arizona airports from using ADS-B technology to help identify airport activity for the purpose ofcollecting user fees. The bill stalled in the Arizona Senate and did not pass before the Legislature adjourned. This is a positive outcome for Falcon Field Airport, Mesa Gateway Airport, and other airports across Arizona that rely on ADS-B technology as an accurate and cost-effective tool for managing airport operations. I want to thank the many residents who took the time to contact legislators and make their voices heard. Your engagement helped demonstrate the community’s concern about the potential impacts of this legislation and reinforced the importance of preserving local authority over airport operations. This outcome is a reminder that resident involvement matters. Thank you for staying informed, speaking up, and helping protect an important community asset.

Alicia Goforth, City of Mesa Councilmember District 5