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Things are moving fast in the TX govt. for AA/SWA

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Southwest Airlines Applauds House Bill to Repeal Wright Amendment
Thursday May 26, 11:44 am ET

DALLAS, May 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV - News) today applauds two Texas Republican congressmen who have introduced a bill to immediately repeal the Wright Amendment. U.S. Reps. Jeb Hensarling and Sam Johnson call their bill "The Right to Fly Act," which is the first to be introduced since the need for the Wright Amendment was last called into question in November 2004.

Southwest Airlines applauds the tremendous leadership and vision of these two Texas congressmen who have tapped into the true will of the people. This is a significant step toward the ultimate goal of opening the skies for greater access to low fares through unfettered airline competition. In addition, these two Texas congressman recognize the importance of cracking the 26-year deadbolt that has artificially suppressed access to the Dallas/Ft. Worth market because of high air fares. While this is a major step forward, it is just the beginning, and our People will remain steadfast in their efforts to educate the public on the importance of stimulating the economy through greater access to low fare air travel. We are gratified by this mobilizing effort in the House and look forward to a similar effort in the Senate.
 
The funny thing is, people think that it was American that caused the Wright Ammendment. However, it was Braniff and Continental. When Braniff moved into DFW, they were concerned with the competition of Southwest.
 

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