The resolution urges the United States Congress to allocate emergency funds and enhance staffing at facilities supporting Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), which is a vital transportation hub for New Jersey, serving nearly 50 million passengers annually. The resolution highlights the recent transfer of EWR's airspace control from New York Terminal Radar Approach Control (TRACON) to Philadelphia TRACON, intended to address staffing shortages, but notes that this shift did not increase the number of air traffic controllers managing EWR's airspace. EWR has faced significant disruptions in air traffic control, including radar and communication outages, leading to flight delays and cancellations, exacerbated by a nationwide shortage of air traffic controllers.

The resolution emphasizes the urgent need for modernization of air traffic control infrastructure and increased staffing at EWR, as the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has struggled with outdated systems and is currently below targeted staffing levels. While a long-term plan for a new air traffic control system has been announced, immediate action is necessary to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the national airspace system, particularly at high-volume airports like EWR. The resolution concludes by stating that the reliability and resilience of the air traffic system is a federal responsibility, crucial for public safety and the economic continuity of the region.