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The Airport Infrastructure Vehicle Security Act modifies federal requirements for how airport infrastructure projects can spend federal funding on equipment and vehicles. Specifically, it restricts the use of federal assistance for purchasing rolling stock (vehicles and equipment) from manufacturers that are owned by or connected to companies based in countries the U.S. government has identified as nonmarket economies or countries with unfair trade practices, such as China. The bill creates an exception for minority investments in foreign companies unless those companies are based in China, which remains subject to restrictions even for minority ownership stakes. This legislation affects airports receiving federal funding, equipment manufacturers, and contractors competing for airport infrastructure contracts. The restrictions apply from the date the bill becomes law and must be implemented in compliance with U.S. international trade agreements.

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