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Miami-Dade County Commissioner Natalie Milian Orbis sponsored legislation urging the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) to implement the “Families on the Fly” program at Miami International Airport (MIA) — an initiative designed to make air travel less stressful for parents and children.

“As a mother of two young children, I understand firsthand the challenges families face when traveling,” said Commissioner Milian Orbis. “Managing strollers, diaper bags, and ensuring children remain calm can quickly become overwhelming; often leading to delays that affect other travelers as well.”

The “Families on the Fly” initiative, launched by DHS, is designed to ease that burden by providing de

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