What Does This Committee Do?

The Government Affairs Committee amplifies the voices of Flight Attendants at the highest levels of government. Serving as a link between our Union and policymakers, we help shape the legislative agenda that defines our profession. Our work is non-partisan, concentrating on the issues that affect the safety, working conditions, financial stability, and job security of every Flight Attendant. By building strong relationships with elected officials and advocating for our priorities, we help keep Flight Attendant interests front and center throughout the legislative process.

Key Responsibilities

• Political Advocacy & Engagement: Serve as a direct advocate for Flight Attendants by engaging with candidates for local office, local elected officials, and their staff. Build meaningful professional relationships to ensure that key legislative priorities—safety, working conditions, income, and job security—remain at the forefront of political discussions.
• Labor Council Involvement: Expand our Union’s legislative reach by actively participating in activities sponsored by local and central Labor Councils. Represent Flight Attendants in these forums to foster solidarity and strengthen our collective impact within the broader labor community.
• FlightPAC Advocacy: Strengthen collective political influence by educating Members on the value of FlightPAC. Guide interested Members through the enrollment process and illustrate how these contributions directly protect our profession by empowering support for legislative allies.
• Promote Civic Engagement: Foster a culture of active citizenship by encouraging Members to participate in the democratic process. Champion the importance of voting in every election—local, state, and national—by assisting Members with voter registration and highlighting how their voice at the ballot box directly impacts our profession.
• Proactive Legislative Input: Identify opportunities for local political action and present recommendations to the LEC Officers. Coordinate these initiatives with the LEC President and the Local and MEC Committee Chairpersons to sharpen the committee’s strategic focus and ensure alignment with airline-wide objectives.
• Legislative Awareness & Education: Ensure Members stay well-informed about legislative developments that affect their daily work and well-being. Deliver timely, accurate updates and educational resources at the Local Council level so Members are equipped and ready to act when needed.

Why Would I Contact This Committee?

The Government Affairs Committee is available to help you with:

• Accessing information about current political and legislative activity affecting Flight Attendants
• Enrollment in FlightPAC, AFA’s political action committee

FlightPAC

FlightPAC is a part of CWA’s Committee on Political Education (COPE), AFA’s Political Action Committee.  Election law prohibits labor organizations from using treasury dues to make contributions and expenditures in connection with federal elections.  Dues from our members are never contributed to campaigns.  Violations of campaign finance laws can result in civil penalties, therefore it is important for AFA-CWA leaders and Government Affairs Committee members to understand and observe the laws and rules which govern PAC’s and political activity.  FlightPAC allows members the opportunity to make voluntary contributions to provide financial support to federal candidates to federal office who are committed to helping us accomplish our legislative goals.

Download the FlightPAC form to build political power for us and our careers. FlightPAC only accepts contributions from AFA Members–click below to confirm you’re an AFA Member.

Who Do I Contact?

For assistance, contact any member of your Local Government Affairs Committee.  You can find a list of Committee Members on your Local Council Committees page.  For your convenience, a list of Committee Chairs and links to the Local Committee lists are below.

Resources

• AFA International Government Affairs Department

Committee News

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  That’s a Wrap on Government Affairs Focus Month!October 2, 2026
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  FlightPAC: Building Our Collective InfluenceSeptember 28, 2026
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  Why Vote?September 21, 2026
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  Understanding The Legislative ProcessSeptember 14, 2026
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  Go In-Depth with Our AFA Government Affairs Committee ChairpersonSeptember 12, 2026
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  AFA Committee Focus Month: Government AffairsSeptember 7, 2026