the AA scope clause at TSA limits jet aircraft to 50 seats or less, the pilots did get a chance to vote on flying the CRJ under the new certificate, combined pilot lists though, but i believe pay was the main concern and it was voted down, thinking that pay would be negotiated. Instead, a separate pilot list was built, separate company, and the initial "no union" was a real kicker to boot.

With the amount of time you have, i'd hold out for something better, heck, trans states would hire you, and you'd be in the left seat well out of senority, unfortunately, you'd be on reserve for years to come.