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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Abolishing Aviation Barriers Act of 2009 - Repeals the prohibition against an air carrier's operation of an aircraft nonstop in air transportation between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and another airport that is more than 1,250 statute miles away (perimeter rule).</p> <p>Prohibits the obligation of federal funds to enforce the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey perimeter rule banning flights beyond 1,500 miles (or any other flight distance related restriction) from arrival or departure at New York LaGuardia Airport. </p>]]></text>
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