Public Law 118–63: To amend title 49, United States Code, to reauthorize and improve the Federal Aviation Administration and other civil aviation programs, and for other purposes. Public Law63 Public Law 118–63138 Stat. 1025 2024-05-16 2024-05-16 United States Government Publishing OfficeNational Archives and Records AdministrationOffice of the Federal Registertext/xmlENPursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. GPO Locator to USLM Converter 4.15.31;Stage2.202507022026-01-02 118public PUBLIC LAW 118–63—MAY 16, 2024 138 STAT. 1025 Public Law118–63 118th Congress
An Act To amend title 49, United States Code, to reauthorize and improve the Federal Aviation Administration and other civil aviation programs, and for other purposes.

May 16, 2024

[H.R. 3935]

   Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representa­tives of the United States of America in Congress assembled,

FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.
SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS.(a)

40 USC 40101 note.

Short Title.—This Act may be cited as the “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024”. (b) Table of Contents.—The table of contents for this Act is as follows: Sec. 1.  Sec. 2.  TITLE I— Sec. 101.  Sec. 102.  Sec. 103.  Sec. 104.  TITLE II— Sec. 201.  Sec. 202.  Sec. 203.  Sec. 204.  Sec. 205.  Sec. 206.  Sec. 207.  Sec. 208.  Sec. 209.  Sec. 210.  Sec. 211.  Sec. 212.  Sec. 213.  Sec. 214.  Sec. 215.  Sec. 216.  Sec. 217.  Sec. 218.  Sec. 219.  Sec. 220.  Sec. 221.  Sec. 222.  Sec. 223.  Sec. 224.  Sec. 225.  Sec. 226.  Sec. 227.  Sec. 228.  Sec. 229.  Sec. 230.  Sec. 231.  TITLE III— Subtitle A— Sec. 301.  Sec. 302.  Sec. 303.  Sec. 304.  Sec. 305.  Sec. 306.  Sec. 307.  Sec. 308.  Sec. 309.  Sec. 310.  Sec. 311.  Sec. 312.  Sec. 313.  Sec. 314.  Sec. 315.  Sec. 316.  Sec. 317.  Sec. 318.  Sec. 319.  Sec. 320.  Sec. 321.  Sec. 322.  Sec. 323.  Sec. 324.  Sec. 325.  Sec. 326.  Sec. 327.  Sec. 328.  Sec. 329.  Sec. 330.  Sec. 331.  Sec. 332.  Sec. 333.  Sec. 334.  Sec. 335.  Sec. 336.  Sec. 337.  Sec. 338.  Sec. 339.  Sec. 340.  Sec. 341.  Sec. 342.  Sec. 343.  Sec. 344.  Sec. 345.  Sec. 346.  Sec. 347.  Sec. 348.  Sec. 349.  Sec. 350.  Sec. 351.  Sec. 352.  Sec. 353.  Sec. 354.  Sec. 355.  Sec. 356.  Sec. 357.  Sec. 358.  Sec. 359.  Sec. 360.  Sec. 361.  Sec. 362.  Sec. 363.  Sec. 364.  Sec. 365.  Sec. 366.  Sec. 367.  Sec. 368.  Sec. 369.  Sec. 370.  Sec. 371.  Sec. 372.  Subtitle B— Sec. 391.  Sec. 392.  Sec. 393.  Sec. 394.  Sec. 395.  Sec. 396.  TITLE IV— Sec. 401.  Sec. 402.  Sec. 403.  Sec. 404.  Sec. 405.  Sec. 406.  Sec. 407.  Sec. 408.  Sec. 409.  Sec. 410.  Sec. 411.  Sec. 412.  Sec. 413.  Sec. 414.  Sec. 415.  Sec. 416.  Sec. 417.  Sec. 418.  Sec. 419.  Sec. 420.  Sec. 421.  Sec. 422.  Sec. 423.  Sec. 424.  Sec. 425.  Sec. 426.  Sec. 427.  Sec. 428.  Sec. 429.  Sec. 430.  Sec. 431.  Sec. 432.  Sec. 433.  Sec. 434.  Sec. 435.  Sec. 436.  Sec. 437.  Sec. 438.  Sec. 439.  Sec. 440.  Sec. 441.  TITLE V— Subtitle A— Sec. 501.  Sec. 502.  Sec. 503.  Sec. 504.  Sec. 505.  Sec. 506.  Sec. 507.  Sec. 508.  Sec. 509.  Sec. 510.  Sec. 511.  Sec. 512.  Sec. 513.  Sec. 514.  Sec. 515.  Sec. 516.  Sec. 517.  Sec. 518.  Sec. 519.  Sec. 520.  Subtitle B— Sec. 541.  Sec. 542.  Sec. 543.  Sec. 544.  Sec. 545.  Sec. 546.  Sec. 547.  Sec. 548.  Sec. 549.  Sec. 550.  Sec. 551.  Sec. 552.  Subtitle C— Sec. 561.  Sec. 562.  Sec. 563.  Sec. 564.  Sec. 565.  Sec. 566.  Sec. 567.  Sec. 568.  Sec. 569.  Sec. 570.  TITLE VI— Sec. 601.  Sec. 602.  Sec. 603.  Sec. 604.  Sec. 605.  Sec. 606.  Sec. 607.  Sec. 608.  Sec. 609.  Sec. 610.  Sec. 611.  Sec. 612.  Sec. 613.  Sec. 614.  Sec. 615.  Sec. 616.  Sec. 617.  Sec. 618.  Sec. 619.  Sec. 620.  Sec. 621.  Sec. 622.  Sec. 623.  Sec. 624.  Sec. 625.  Sec. 626.  Sec. 627.  Sec. 628.  Sec. 629.  Sec. 630.  Sec. 631.  TITLE VII— Subtitle A— Sec. 701.  Sec. 702.  Sec. 703.  Sec. 704.  Sec. 705.  Sec. 706.  Sec. 707.  Sec. 708.  Sec. 709.  Sec. 710.  Sec. 711.  Sec. 712.  Sec. 713.  Sec. 714.  Sec. 715.  Sec. 716.  Sec. 717.  Sec. 718.  Sec. 719.  Sec. 720.  Sec. 721.  Sec. 722.  Sec. 723.  Sec. 724.  Sec. 725.  Sec. 726.  Sec. 727.  Sec. 728.  Sec. 729.  Sec. 730.  Sec. 731.  Sec. 732.  Sec. 733.  Sec. 734.  Sec. 735.  Sec. 736.  Sec. 737.  Sec. 738.  Sec. 739.  Sec. 740.  Sec. 741.  Sec. 742.  Sec. 743.  Sec. 744.  Sec. 745.  Sec. 746.  Sec. 747.  Sec. 748.  Sec. 749.  Sec. 750.  Sec. 751.  Sec. 752.  Sec. 753.  Sec. 754.  Sec. 755.  Sec. 756.  Sec. 757.  Sec. 758.  Sec. 759.  Sec. 760.  Sec. 761.  Sec. 762.  Sec. 763.  Sec. 764.  Sec. 765.  Sec. 766.  Sec. 767.  Sec. 768.  Sec. 769.  Sec. 770.  Sec. 771.  Sec. 772.  Sec. 773.  Sec. 774.  Sec. 774A.  Sec. 774B.  Subtitle B— Sec. 775.  Sec. 776.  Subtitle C— Sec. 781.  Sec. 782.  Sec. 783.  Sec. 784.  Sec. 785.  Sec. 786.  Sec. 787.  Sec. 788.  Sec. 789.  Sec. 790.  Sec. 791.  Sec. 792.  Sec. 793.  Sec. 794.  Sec. 795.  TITLE VIII— Sec. 801.  Sec. 802.  Sec. 803.  Sec. 804.  Sec. 805.  Sec. 806.  Sec. 807.  Sec. 808.  Sec. 809.  Sec. 810.  Sec. 811.  Sec. 812.  Sec. 813.  Sec. 814.  Sec. 815.  Sec. 816.  Sec. 817.  Sec. 818.  Sec. 819.  Sec. 820.  Sec. 821.  Sec. 822.  Sec. 823.  Sec. 824.  Sec. 825.  Sec. 826.  Sec. 827.  Sec. 828.  Sec. 829.  Sec. 830.  Sec. 831.  Sec. 832.  Sec. 833.  Sec. 834.  TITLE IX— Subtitle A— Sec. 901.  Sec. 902.  Sec. 903.  Sec. 904.  Sec. 905.  Sec. 906.  Sec. 907.  Sec. 908.  Sec. 909.  Sec. 910.  Sec. 911.  Sec. 912.  Sec. 913.  Sec. 914.  Sec. 915.  Sec. 916.  Sec. 917.  Sec. 918.  Sec. 919.  Sec. 920.  Sec. 921.  Sec. 922.  Sec. 923.  Sec. 924.  Sec. 925.  Sec. 926.  Sec. 927.  Sec. 928.  Sec. 929.  Sec. 930.  Sec. 931.  Sec. 932.  Sec. 933.  Sec. 934.  Sec. 935.  Sec. 936.  Sec. 937.  Subtitle B— Sec. 951.  Sec. 952.  Sec. 953.  Sec. 954.  Sec. 955.  Sec. 956.  Sec. 957.  Sec. 958.  Sec. 959.  Sec. 960.  Sec. 961.  TITLE X— Subtitle A— Sec. 1001.  Sec. 1002.  Sec. 1003.  Sec. 1004.  Sec. 1005.  Sec. 1006.  Sec. 1007.  Sec. 1008.  Sec. 1009.  Sec. 1010.  Sec. 1011.  Sec. 1012.  Sec. 1013.  Sec. 1014.  Sec. 1015.  Sec. 1016.  Sec. 1017.  Sec. 1018.  Sec. 1019.  Sec. 1020.  Sec. 1021.  Sec. 1022.  Sec. 1023.  Sec. 1024.  Sec. 1025.  Sec. 1026.  Sec. 1027.  Sec. 1028.  Sec. 1029.  Sec. 1030.  Sec. 1031.  Sec. 1032.  Subtitle B— Sec. 1041.  Sec. 1042.  Sec. 1043.  Sec. 1044.  Sec. 1045.  TITLE XI— Sec. 1101.  Sec. 1102.  Sec. 1103.  Sec. 1104.  Sec. 1105.  Sec. 1106.  Sec. 1107.  Sec. 1108.  Sec. 1109.  Sec. 1110.  Sec. 1111.  Sec. 1112.  Sec. 1113.  Sec. 1114.  Sec. 1115.  Sec. 1116.  TITLE XII— Sec. 1201.  Sec. 1202.  Sec. 1203.  Sec. 1204.  Sec. 1205.  Sec. 1206.  Sec. 1207.  Sec. 1208.  Sec. 1209.  Sec. 1210.  Sec. 1211.  Sec. 1212.  Sec. 1213.  Sec. 1214.  Sec. 1215.  Sec. 1216.  Sec. 1217.  Sec. 1218.  Sec. 1219.  Sec. 1220.  Sec. 1221.  Sec. 1222.  Sec. 1223.  TITLE XIII— Sec. 1301.  Sec. 1302. 
SEC. 2.

49 USC 40101 note.

DEFINITIONS.  In this Act:(1) Administrator.—Unless otherwise specified, the term “Administrator” means the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration. (2) Appropriate committees of congress.—The term “appropriate committees of Congress” means the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives. (3) Comptroller general.—The term “Comptroller General” means the Comptroller General of the United States. (4) FAA.—The term “FAA” means the Federal Aviation Administration. (5) Nextgen.—The term “NextGen” means the Next Generation Air Transportation System. (6) Secretary.—Unless otherwise specified, the term “Secretary” means the Secretary of Transportation.
<num value="I">TITLE I—</num><heading><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafd6eb63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote>AUTHORIZATIONS</heading> <section id="d9133e2784" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s101" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="101">SEC. 101. </num><heading>AIRPORT PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT AND NOISE COMPATIBILITY PLANNING AND PROGRAMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd73984-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s101/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48103/a">Section 48103(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd73985-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s101/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (6) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd73986-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s101/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (7) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafd76097-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><content>$3,350,000,000 for fiscal year 2024;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafd76098-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><content>$4,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2025;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafd76099-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">“(9) </num><content>$4,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2026;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafd7609a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">“(10) </num><content>$4,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2027; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafd7609b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="11">“(11) </num><content>$4,000,000,000 for fiscal year 2028.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd7609c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s101/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Obligation Authority</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47104/c">Section 47104(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1034">138 STAT. 1034</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e2875" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s102" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="102">SEC. 102. </num><heading>FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafd7609d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48101/a">Section 48101(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraphs (1) through (7) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd787ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>$3,191,250,000 for fiscal year 2024.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd787af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>$3,575,000,000 for fiscal year 2025.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd787b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>$3,625,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd787b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>$3,675,000,000 for fiscal year 2027.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd787b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>$3,725,000,000 for fiscal year 2028.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e2922" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="103">SEC. 103. </num><heading>OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd7fce3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/k/1">Section 106(k)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraphs (A) through (G) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd7fce4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>$12,729,627,000 for fiscal year 2024;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd7fce5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>$13,055,000,000 for fiscal year 2025;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd7fce6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>$13,354,000,000 for fiscal year 2026;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd7fce7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>$13,650,000,000 for fiscal year 2027; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd7fce8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>$13,954,000,000 for fiscal year 2028.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd7fce9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorized Expenditures</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/k/2/D">Section 106(k)(2)(D) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd7fcea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> clauses (i) through (v);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd7fceb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> clause (vi) as clause (i); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd823fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd823fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>$42,018,000 for fiscal year 2024.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd823fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>$52,985,000 for fiscal year 2025.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd823ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>$59,044,000 for fiscal year 2026.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd82400-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>$65,225,000 for fiscal year 2027.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yafd82401-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content>$71,529,000 for fiscal year 2028.”</content></clause> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd82402-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority to Transfer Funds</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/k/3">Section 106(k)(3) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd82403-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Notwithstanding</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd84b14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd84b15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>in each of fiscal years 2018 through 2023 and for the period beginning on October 1, 2023, and ending on May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>in each of fiscal years 2024 through 2028</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd84b16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s103/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd84b17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>In reducing non-safety-related activities of the Administration under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall prioritize such reductions from amounts other than amounts authorized under this subsection, section 48101, or section 48103.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd84b18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>This paragraph shall cease to be effective on October 1, 2028.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e3123" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s104" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="104">SEC. 104. </num><heading>EXTENSION OF MISCELLANEOUS EXPIRING AUTHORITIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd89939-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s104/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority to Provide Insurance</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44310/b">Section 44310(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd8993a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s104/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Marshall Islands, Micronesia, and Palau</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47115/i">Section 47115(i) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal years 2018 through 2023, and for the period beginning on October 1, 2023, and ending on May 10, 2024,</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal years 2024 through 2028,</quotedText>”.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1035">138 STAT. 1035</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd8993b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s104/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Weather Reporting Programs</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48105">Section 48105 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (5) and <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd8993c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>$60,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2024 through 2028.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd8993d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s104/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Midway Island Airport</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 186(d) of the Vision 100—Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act (<ref href="/us/pl/108/176">Public Law 108–176</ref>) <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafd8993e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/stat/117/2518">117 Stat. 2518</ref>.</p></sidenote><amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal years 2018 through 2023 and for the period beginning on October 1, 2023, and ending on May 10, 2024,</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>for fiscal years 2024 through 2028,</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd8993f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tI/s104/e" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Extension of the Safety Oversight and Certification Advisory Committee</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 202(h) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>) <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafd89940-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>shall terminate</quotedText>” and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>shall terminate on October 1, 2028.</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> </section> <num value="II">TITLE II—</num><heading>FAA OVERSIGHT AND ORGANIZATIONAL REFORM</heading> <section id="d9133e3261" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s201" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="201">SEC. 201. </num><heading>FAA LEADERSHIP.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafd90e71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">Section 106 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd90e72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s201/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Federal</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">In General.—</headingText>The Federal</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd90e73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s201/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd983a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafd983a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">President.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafd983a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Administration Leadership</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd983a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Administrator</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aab8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The head of the Administration is the Administrator, who shall be appointed by the President, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aab9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualifications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aaba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>be a citizen of the United States;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aabb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>not be an active duty member of the Armed Forces;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aabc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafd9aabd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote>not have retired from the Armed Forces within the 7 years preceding nomination; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aabe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>have experience in organizational management and a field directly related to aviation.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aabf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Fitness</inline>.—</heading><content>In appointing an individual as Administrator, the President shall consider the fitness of such individual to carry out efficiently the duties and powers of the office.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Term of office</inline>.—</heading><content>The term of office for any individual appointed as Administrator shall be 5 years.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting chain</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in subsection (f) or in other provisions of law, the Administrator reports directly to the Secretary of Transportation.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deputy administrator</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator has a Deputy Administrator, who shall be appointed by the President.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualifications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Deputy Administrator shall—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>be a citizen of the United States; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>have experience in organizational management and a field directly related to aviation.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Fitness</inline>.—</heading><content>In appointing an individual as Deputy Administrator, the President shall consider the fitness of <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1036">138 STAT. 1036</page> the individual to carry out efficiently the duties and powers of the office, including the duty to act for the Administrator when the Administrator is absent or unable to serve, or when the office of Administrator is vacant.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting chain</inline>.—</heading><content>The Deputy Administrator reports directly to the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aac9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><content>The Deputy Administrator shall carry out duties and powers prescribed by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aaca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Compensation</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aacb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual rate of basic pay</inline>.—</heading><content>The annual rate of basic pay of the Deputy Administrator shall be set by the Secretary but shall not exceed the annual rate of basic pay payable to the Administrator.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aacc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A retired regular officer of the Armed Forces serving as the Deputy Administrator is entitled to hold a rank and grade not lower than that held when appointed as the Deputy Administrator and may elect to receive—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aacd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>the pay provided for the Deputy Administrator under clause (i); or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aace-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>the pay and allowances or the retired pay of the military grade held.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aacf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reimbursement of expenses</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Deputy Administrator elects to receive compensation described in clause (ii)(II), the Administration shall reimburse the appropriate military department from funds available for the expenses of the Administration.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aad0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Leadership of the administration defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term ‘<term>leadership of the Administration</term>’ means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aad1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the Administrator under paragraph (1); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafd9aad2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the Deputy Administrator under paragraph (2).”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e3525" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s202" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="202">SEC. 202. </num><heading>ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR FOR RULEMAKING AND REGULATORY IMPROVEMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafd9f8f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s202/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assistant Administrator for Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">Section 106 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsections (c) and (d) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafda6e24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assistant Administrator for Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>There is an Assistant Administrator for Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement who shall be appointed by the Administrator and shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau>be responsible for developing and managing the execution of a regulatory agenda for the Administration that meets statutory and Administration deadlines, including by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>prioritizing rulemaking projects that are necessary to improve safety;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>establishing the regulatory agenda of the Administration; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>coordinating with offices of the Administration, the Department, and other Federal entities as appropriate to improve timely feedback generation and approvals when required by law;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>not delegate overall responsibility for meeting internal timelines and final completion of the regulatory activities of the Administration outside the Office of the Assistant Administrator for Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1037">138 STAT. 1037</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><chapeau>on an ongoing basis, review the regulations of the Administration in effect to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>improve safety;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>reduce undue regulatory burden;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>replace prescriptive regulations with performance-based regulations, as appropriate;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>prevent duplicative regulations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>increase regulatory clarity and transparency whenever possible;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>make recommendations for the review of the Administrator under subsection (f)(3)(C)(ii);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafda6e32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote>receive, coordinate, and respond to petitions for rulemaking and for exemption as provided for in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt11/sptA">subpart A of part 11 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and provide an initial response to a petitioner not later than 30 days after the receipt of such a petition—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>acknowledging receipt of such petition;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>confirming completeness of such petition;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>providing an initial indication of the complexity of the request and how such complexity may impact the timeline for adjudication; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>requesting any additional information, as appropriate, that would assist in the consideration of the petition;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><content>track the issuance of exemptions and waivers by the Administration to sections of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and establish a methodology by which to determine if it would be more efficient and in the interest of the public to amend a rule to reduce the future need of waivers and exemptions; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafda6e38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><content>promulgate regulatory updates as determined more efficient or in the best interest of the public under paragraph (6).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafda6e39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><content>[Reserved].”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafda6e3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s202/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Systemically Addressing Need for Exemptions and Waivers</inline>.—</heading><content>Not <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafda6e3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafda6e3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote>later than 30 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Assistant Administrator for Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement of the FAA shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives on the methodology developed pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/c/6">section 106(c)(6) of title 49, United States Code</ref> (as added by this section).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e3693" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s203" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="203">SEC. 203. </num><heading>PROHIBITION ON CONFLICTING PECUNIARY INTERESTS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafda954d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/e">Section 106(e) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdabc5e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on Conflicting Pecuniary Interests</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdabc5f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The leadership of the Administration may not have a pecuniary interest in, or hold a financial interest in, an aeronautical enterprise or engage in another business, vocation, or employment.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdabc60-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Teaching</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding paragraph (1), the Deputy Administrator may not receive compensation for teaching without prior approval of the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdabc61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Financial interest defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection, the term ‘<term>financial interest</term>’—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdabc62-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>means—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1038">138 STAT. 1038</page></chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdae373-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>any current or contingent ownership, equity, or security interest;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdae374-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>any indebtedness or compensated employment relationship; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdae375-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>any right to purchase or acquire any such ownership, equity, or security interest, including a stock option; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdae376-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>does not include securities held in an index fund.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e3772" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="204">SEC. 204. </num><heading>AUTHORITY OF SECRETARY AND ADMINISTRATOR.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdbf4e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/f">Section 106(f) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (2)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraphs (2) and (3)</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Neither</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>In exercising duties, powers, and authorities that are assigned to the Secretary or the Administrator under this title, neither</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>a committee, board, or organization established by executive order.</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following: <quotedContent>“a committee, board, council, or organization that is—<subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafdbf4ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>established by executive order; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafdbf4ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>not explicitly directed by legislation to review the exercise of such duties, powers, and authorities by the Secretary or the Administrator.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A)(ii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the acquisition</quotedText>” and all that follows through the semicolon and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the acquisition, establishment, improvement, operation, maintenance, security (including cybersecurity), and disposal of property, facilities, services, and equipment of the Administration, including all elements of the air traffic control system owned by the Administration;</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (A)(iii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (3)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (4)</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>civil aviation, any matter for which the Administrator is the final authority under subparagraph (A), any duty carried out by the Administrator pursuant to paragraph (3), or the provisions of this title, or</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>with respect to</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (A)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/3/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>In the performance</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><clause class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafdbf4f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Issuance of regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>In the performance”</content></clause> </quotedContent>;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdbf4f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/3/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Administrator shall act</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="fontsize10" id="yafdc1b07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Petitions for rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall act”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdc1b08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/3/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Administrator shall issue</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="fontsize10" id="yafdc1b09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii)</num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking timeline</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall issue”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdc1b0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/3/A/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>On February 1</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1039">138 STAT. 1039</page> <quotedContent><clause class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafdc1b0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>On February 1”</content></clause> </quotedContent>; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdc1b0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraphs (B) and (C) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafdcb74d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Approval of secretary of transportation</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb74e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdcb74f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator may not issue, unless the Secretary of Transportation approves the issuance of the regulation in advance, a proposed regulation or final regulation that—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb750-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>is likely to result in the expenditure by State, local, and Tribal governments in the aggregate, or by the private sector, of $250,000,000 or more (adjusted annually for inflation beginning with the year following the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024) in any year; or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb751-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>is significant.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb752-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdcb753-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Significant regulations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of this paragraph, a regulation is significant if the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary (as appropriate), determines that the regulation—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb754-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>will have an annual effect on the economy of $250,000,000 or more (adjusted annually for inflation beginning with the year following the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024);</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb755-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>raises novel or serious legal or policy issues that will substantially and materially affect other transportation modes; or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb756-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">“(III) </num><content>adversely affects, in a substantial and material way, the economy, a sector of the economy, productivity, competition, jobs, the environment, public health or safety, or a State, local, or Tribal government or community.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb757-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Emergency regulation</inline>.—</heading><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb758-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdcb759-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In an emergency as determined by the Administrator, the Administrator may issue a final regulation described in clause (i) without prior approval of the Secretary.</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb75a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdcb75b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Objection</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary objects to a regulation issued under subclause (II) in writing not later than 5 days (excluding Saturday, Sundays, and legal public holidays) after the issuance, the Administrator shall immediately rescind such regulation.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb75c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Other regulations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may not require that the Administrator submit a proposed or final regulation to the Secretary for approval, nor may the Administrator submit a proposed or final regulation to the Secretary for approval, if the regulation—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb75d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>does not require the approval of the Secretary under clause (i) (excluding a regulation issued under clause (iii)); or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb75e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>is a routine or frequent action or a procedural action.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb75f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdcb760-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdcb761-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timeline</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall submit a copy of any proposed or final regulation requiring <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1040">138 STAT. 1040</page> approval by the Secretary under clause (i) to the Secretary, who shall either approve the regulation or return the regulation to the Administrator with comments not later than 30 days after receiving the regulation. If the Secretary fails to approve or return the regulation with comments to the Administrator not later than 30 days after receiving such regulation, the regulation shall be deemed to have been approved by the Secretary.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafdcb762-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Periodic review</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb763-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For any significant regulation issued after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, in addition to the review requirements established under <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s5.13/d">section 5.13(d) of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, the Administrator shall review any significant regulation 3 years after the effective date of such regulation.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb764-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Discretionary review</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may review any regulation that has been in effect for more than 3 years.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb765-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdcb766-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Substance of review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In performing a review under clause (i) or (ii), the Administrator shall determine if—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb767-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>the cost assumptions supporting the regulation were accurate;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb768-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>the intended benefit of the regulation is being realized;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb769-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">“(III) </num><content>the need remains to continue such regulation as in effect; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb76a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content>the Administrator recommends updates to such regulation based on the review criteria specified in <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s5.13/d">section 5.13(d) of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb76b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review management</inline>.—</heading><content>Any periodic review of a regulation under this subparagraph shall be managed by the Assistant Administrator for Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement, who may task an advisory committee or the Management Advisory Council established under subsection (p) to assist in performing the review.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb76c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (3) and (4) as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdcb76d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (2) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafdd2c9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties and powers of the administrator</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2c9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall carry out—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau>the duties and powers of the Secretary under this subsection related to aviation safety (except duties and powers related to transportation, packaging, marking, or description of hazardous material) and stated in—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>subsections (c) and (d) of section 1132;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>sections 40101(c), 40103(b), 40106(a), 40108, 40109(b), 40113(a), 40113(c), 40113(d), 40113(e), 40114(a), and 40117;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">“(III) </num><content>chapter 443;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content>chapter 445, except sections 44502(a)(3), 44503, and 44509;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1041">138 STAT. 1041</page></content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="V">“(V) </num><content>chapter 447, except sections 44721(b) and 44723;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="VI">“(VI) </num><content>chapter 448;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="VII">“(VII) </num><content>chapter 451;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="VIII">“(VIII) </num><content>chapter 453;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2ca9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IX">“(IX) </num><content>section 46104;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2caa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="X">“(X) </num><content>subsections (d) and (h)(2) of section 46301, section 46303(c), sections 46304 through 46308, section 46310, section 46311, and sections 46313 through 46320;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2cab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="XI">“(XI) </num><content>chapter 465;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2cac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="XII">“(XII) </num><content>chapter 471;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2cad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="XIII">“(XIII) </num><content>chapter 475; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2cae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="XIV">“(XIV) </num><content>chapter 509 of title 51; and</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2caf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>such additional duties and powers as may be prescribed by the Secretary.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2cb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 40101(d) applies to the duties and powers specified in subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2cb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transfer</inline>.—</heading><content>Any of the duties and powers specified in subparagraph (A) may only be transferred to another part of the Department if specifically provided by law or in a reorganization plan submitted under chapter 9 of title 5.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdd2cb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Administrative finality</inline>.—</heading><content>A decision of the Administrator in carrying out the duties or powers specified in subparagraph (A) is administratively final.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdd2cb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">Section 106 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (g) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdd53c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><content>[reserved].”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdd53c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s204/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdd53c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">49 USC 106 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Preservation of Existing Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section or the amendments made by this section shall be construed to restrict any authority vested in the Administrator by statute or by delegation that was in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e4397" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="205">SEC. 205. </num><heading>REGULATORY MATERIALS IMPROVEMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdf0177-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Internal Regulatory Process Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf0178-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf0179-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf017a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review team</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish a regulatory process review team (in this section referred to as the “review team”) comprising of FAA employees and individuals described in paragraph (2) to develop recommendations to improve the timeliness, performance, and accountability of the development and promulgation of regulatory materials.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf017b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf017c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf017d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>The review team shall submit to the Administrator a report with recommendations in accordance with the deadlines specified in paragraph (5).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf017e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Other members; consultation</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf017f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The review team shall include at least 3 outside experts and or academics with relevant experience or expertise in aviation safety and at least 1 outside expert with relevant experience or expertise in improving the performance, accountability, and transparency of the Federal regulatory process, particularly as such process relates to aviation safety.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1042">138 STAT. 1042</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf0180-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>The review team may, as appropriate, consult with industry stakeholders.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf0181-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents of review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review required under paragraph (1), the review team shall do the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf0182-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf0183-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Proposal.</p></sidenote><content>Develop a proposal for rationalizing processes and eliminating redundant administrative review of regulatory materials within the FAA, particularly when FAA-sponsored rulemaking committees and stakeholders have collaborated on the proposed regulations.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf0184-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf0185-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><chapeau>With respect to each office within the FAA that reviews regulatory materials, assess—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdf2896-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the timeline assigned to each such office to complete the review of regulatory materials;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdf2897-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the actual time spent for such review;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdf2898-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>opportunities to reduce the actual time for such review; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdf2899-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>whether clear roles, responsibilities, requirements, and expectations are clearly defined for each office required to review the regulatory materials.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf289a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Define and document the roles and responsibilities of each office within the FAA that develops, drafts, or reviews each kind of regulatory material in order to ensure that hiring reflects who, where, and how the employees of each such office function in the rulemaking framework.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf289b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Describe any organizational changes or the need to hire additional FAA employees, if necessary, and take into consideration whether current positions are staffed, to reduce delays in publication of regulatory materials.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf289c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf289d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf289e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf289f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote>In order to provide the public with detailed information on the progress of the development of regulatory materials, identify reporting mechanisms and develop a template and appropriate system metrics for making publicly available on a website a progress tracker that updates to show the major stages (as determined by the Administrator) of the development of regulatory materials as such materials are initiated, in progress, and completed.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>Consider changes to the best practices of the FAA under rules governing ex parte communications, including communications with international validating authorities, and with consideration of the public interest in transparency, to provide flexibility for FAA employees to discuss regulatory materials, particularly for such regulatory materials related to enhancing aviation safety and the aviation international leadership of the United States.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote>Recommend methods by which the FAA can incorporate research funded by the Department of Transportation, in addition to consensus standards and conformance assessment processes developed by recognized industry standards organizations into regulatory materials, to keep pace with rapid changes in aviation technologies and processes.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/3/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote>Recommend mechanisms to optimize the roles of the Office of the Secretary of Transportation and the Office of Management and Budget, with the objective of improving the efficiency of regulatory activity.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1043">138 STAT. 1043</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Action plan</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall develop and transmit to the appropriate committees of Congress an action plan to implement, as appropriate, the recommendations developed by the review team.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadlines</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The requirements of this section shall be subject to the following deadlines:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this section, the review team shall complete the evaluation required under paragraph (1) and submit to the Administrator the report of the review team on such evaluation.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Not later than 30 days after the date on which the review team submits the report under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall develop and publish the action plan under paragraph (4).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The review team shall terminate upon completion of the requirements under paragraph (5).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Administrative procedure requirements inapplicable</inline>.—</heading><content>The provisions of subchapter II of chapter 5, and <ref href="/us/usc/t5/ch7">chapter 7, of title 5, United States Code</ref> (commonly known as the “Administrative Procedure Act”) shall not apply to any activities of the review team in carrying out the requirements of this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/a/8" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regulatory materials defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this subsection, the term “<term>regulatory materials</term>” means rules, advisory circulars, statements of policy, and other materials related to aviation safety regulations, as well as other materials pertaining to training and operation of aeronautical products.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdf28ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review of Non-regulatory Materials</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall review the coordination and approval processes of non-regulatory materials produced by the FAA to improve the timeliness, transparency, development, and issuance of such materials.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents of review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review under paragraph (1), the inspector general shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>provide recommendations for improving processes and eliminating non-value-added reviews of non-regulatory materials within the FAA and Department of Transportation, in consideration of the authority of the Administrator under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">section 106 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and other applicable laws;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>consider, with respect to each office within the FAA and the Department of Transportation that reviews non-regulatory materials—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the timeline assigned to each such office to complete the review of such materials;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the actual time spent for such review; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>opportunities to reduce the actual time spent for such review;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>describe any organizational changes and additional resources that the Administrator needs, if necessary, to reduce delays in the development and publication of proposed non-regulatory materials;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>consider to what extent reporting mechanisms and templates could be used to provide the public with more <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1044">138 STAT. 1044</page> consistent information on the development status of non-regulatory materials;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>consider changes to the application of rules governing ex parte communications by the Administrator to provide flexibility for employees of the FAA to discuss non-regulatory materials with aviation stakeholders and foreign aviation authorities to promote United States aviation leadership;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>recommend methods by which the Administrator can incorporate standards set by recognized industry standards organizations, as such term is defined in section 224(c), into non-regulatory materials to keep pace with rapid changes in aerospace technology and processes; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate the processes and best practices other civil aviation authorities and other Federal departments and agencies use to produce non-regulatory materials, particularly the processes of entities that produce such materials in an expedited fashion to respond to safety risks, incidents, or new technology adoption.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the review under paragraph (1), the inspector general may, as appropriate, consult with industry stakeholders, academia, and other individuals with relevant background or expertise in improving the efficiency of Federal non-regulatory material production.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the inspector general initiates the review under paragraph (1), the inspector general shall submit to the Administrator a report on such review.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Action plan</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall develop an action plan to implement, as appropriate, the recommendations contained in the report submitted under paragraph (4).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdf28c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after receiving the report under paragraph (4), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on such plan.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafdf28c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s205/b/6" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Non-regulatory materials defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this subsection, the term “<term>non-regulatory materials</term>” means orders, statements of policy, guidance, technical standards, and other materials related to aviation safety, training, and operation of aeronautical products.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e4789" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="206">SEC. 206. </num><heading>FUTURE OF NEXTGEN.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdfc508-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdfc509-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdfc50a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Key Programs</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than December 31, 2025, the Administrator shall operationalize all of the key programs under the NextGen program as described in the deployment plan of the FAA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdfc50b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Office Termination</inline>.—</heading><content>The NextGen Office of the FAA shall terminate on December 31, 2025.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdfc50c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transfer of Residual NextGen Implementation Functions</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator does not complete the air traffic modernization project known as the NextGen program by the deadline specified in subsection (a), the Administrator shall transfer the residual functions for completing the NextGen program to the Airspace Modernization Office of the FAA established under section 207.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1045">138 STAT. 1045</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdfc50d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdfc50e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Transfer of NextGen Advisory Committee</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than December 31, 2025, management of the NextGen Advisory Committee shall transfer to the Chief Operating Officer of the air traffic control system.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdfc50f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafdfc510-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transfer of Advanced Air Mobility Functions</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, any advanced air mobility relevant functions, duties, and responsibilities of the NAS Systems Engineering and Integration Office or other offices within the Office of NextGen of the FAA shall be incorporated into the Office of Aviation Safety of the FAA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdfc511-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Remaining Activities</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out subsection (a), and after implementing subsections (c) through (e), the Administrator shall transfer any remaining duties, authorities, activities, personnel, and assets managed by the Office of NextGen of the FAA to other offices of the FAA, as appropriate.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafdfc512-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/g" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">Section 106 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (h) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe03a43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe03a44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>There is established within the Administration a technology center to support the advancement of aerospace safety and innovation which shall be known as the ‘William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace’ (in this subsection referred to as the ‘Technical Center’) that shall be used by the Administrator and, as permitted by the Administrator, other governmental entities, academia, and the aerospace industry.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Management</inline>.—</heading><content>The activities of the Technical Center shall be managed by a Director.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The activities of the Technical Center shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>developing and stimulating technology partnerships with and between industry, academia, and other government agencies and supporting such partnerships by—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>liaising between external persons and offices of the Administration interested in such work;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>providing technical expertise and input, as appropriate; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>providing access to the properties, facilities, and systems of the Technical Center through appropriate agreements;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>managing technology demonstration grants awarded by the Administrator;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>identifying software, systems, services, and technologies that could improve aviation safety and the operations and management of the air traffic control system and working with relevant offices of the Administration to consider the use and integration of such software, systems, services, and technologies, as appropriate;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>supporting the work of any collocated facilities and tenants of such facilities, and to the extent feasible, enter into agreements as necessary to utilize the facilities, systems, and technologies of such collocated facilities and tenants;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>managing the facilities of the Technical Center; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1046">138 STAT. 1046</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>carrying out any other duties as determined appropriate by the Administrator.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe03a51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/h" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44507">Section 44507 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/h/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(a)<headingText class="smallCaps"> Civil Aeromedical Institute</headingText></quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>The Civil Aeromedical Institute established</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Civil Aeromedical Institute established</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe03a53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s206/h/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e5011" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="207">SEC. 207. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe03a54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">49 USC 106 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRSPACE MODERNIZATION OFFICE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe172d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>On January 1, 2026, the Administrator shall establish within the FAA an Airspace Modernization Office (in this section referred to as the “Office”).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Placement</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may task an existing office of the FAA with the functions of the Office.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Office shall be responsible for—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the research and development, systems engineering, enterprise architecture, and portfolio management for the continuous modernization of the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the development of an information-centric national airspace system, including digitization of the processes and technology that supports such system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>improving the interoperability of FAA systems and third-party systems that support safe operations in the national airspace system; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/a/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>developing and periodically updating an integrated plan for the future state of the national airspace system in coordination with other offices of the FAA.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe172dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Integrated Plan Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The integrated plan developed by the Office shall be designed to ensure that the national airspace system meets future safety, security, mobility, efficiency, and capacity needs of a diverse and growing set of airspace users. The integrated plan shall include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>A description of the demand for services that will be required of the future air transportation system, and an explanation of how the demand projections were derived, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the most likely range of average annual resources required over the duration of the plan to cost effectively maintain the safety, sustainability, and other characteristics of national airspace operation and the mission of the FAA; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe172e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Estimate.</p></sidenote><content>an estimate of FAA resource requirements by user group, including expectations concerning the growth of new entrants and potential new users.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>A roadmap for creating and implementing the integrated plan, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the most significant technical, operational, and personnel obstacles and the activities necessary to overcome such obstacles, including the role of other Federal agencies, corporations, institutions of higher learning, and nonprofit organizations in carrying out such activities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the annual anticipated cost of carrying out such activities;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1047">138 STAT. 1047</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the technical milestones that will be used to evaluate the activities; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>identifying technology gaps that the Administrator or industry may need to address to fully implement the integrated plan.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>A description of the operational concepts to meet the system performance requirements for all system users and a timeline and anticipated expenditures needed to develop and deploy the system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>A description of the management of the enterprise architecture framework for the introduction of any operational improvements and to inform FAA financial decision-making.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe172ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe172eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>A justification for the operational improvements that the Office determines will need to be developed and deployed by 2040 to meet the needs of national airspace users, including the benefits, costs, and risks of the preferred and alternative options.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe172ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing an initial integrated plan required under subsection (b) and carrying out such plan, the Office shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the results and recommendations of the independent report on implementation of the NextGen program under section 603;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the status of the transition to, and deployment of, trajectory-based operations within the national airspace system; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the findings of the audit required by section 622, and the resulting plan to replace or enhance the identified legacy systems within a reasonable timeframe.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe172f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In developing and carrying out the integrated plan, the Office shall consult with the NextGen Advisory Committee of the FAA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe172f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plan Deadline; Briefings</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plan deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives an initial integrated plan required under subsection (a)(3)(D).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe172f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual briefings</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall provide the committees of Congress specified in paragraph (1) with an annual briefing describing the progress in carrying out the integrated plan required under subsection (a)(3)(D), including any changes to the plan, through 2028.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe19a04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe19a05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">DOT Inspector General Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after submission of the initial integrated plan under subsection (e)(1), the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall begin a review of the integrated plan and submit to the committees of Congress specified in subsection (e)(1) a report that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe19a06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe19a07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><content>assesses the justification for the integrated plan;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe19a08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe19a09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe19a0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>provides any recommendations for improving the integrated plan; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe19a0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s207/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>includes any other information that the inspector general determines appropriate.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1048">138 STAT. 1048</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e5250" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="208">SEC. 208. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe19a0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading>APPLICATION DASHBOARD AND FEEDBACK PORTAL.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe2364d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe2364e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote>The Deputy Administrator of the FAA shall determine whether a publicly facing dashboard that provides applicants with the status of an application before the FAA would be—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe2364f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>beneficial to applicants;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe23650-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>an efficient use of resources to build, maintain, and update; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe23651-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>duplicative with other efforts of the FAA to streamline and digitize paperwork and certification processes to provide an applicant with a greater awareness of the status of an application before the FAA.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe23652-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe23653-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recommendation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Deputy Administrator shall provide to the Administrator a recommendation regarding the need for or benefits of a dashboard or other means by which to track an application status.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe25d64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe25d65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 45 days after receiving recommendations under subsection (b), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate Committees of Congress on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>any recommendation received under subsection (b); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any activities the Administrator is taking in response to such recommendation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe25d68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA Feedback Portal</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe25d6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Deputy Administrator shall determine whether a publicly facing portal on the website of the FAA through which the public may provide feedback to the Administrator about experiences individuals have working with personnel of the FAA would be beneficial.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Deputy Administrator shall ensure any portal established under this subsection asks questions that seek to gauge any shortcomings the FAA has in fulfilling the mission of the FAA or areas where the FAA is succeeding in meeting the mission of the FAA.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe25d6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>This section shall apply to applications relating to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>an aircraft, aircraft engine, propeller, or appliance certification;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>an airman or pilot certificate;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>a medical certificate;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>an operator certificate;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>when authority under <ref href="/us/usc/t51/ch509">chapter 509 of title 51, United States Code</ref>, is explicitly delegated by the Secretary to the Administrator, a license or permit issued under such chapter;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>an aircraft registration;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>an operational approval, waiver, or exemption;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>a legal interpretation;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>an outstanding agency determination; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe25d76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s208/e/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><content>any certificate not otherwise described in this subparagraph that is issued pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e5418" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="209">SEC. 209. </num><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS ON FAA ENGAGEMENT DURING RULEMAKING ACTIVITIES.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafe2ab97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe2ab98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>the Administrator should—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1049">138 STAT. 1049</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe2ab99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>engage with aviation stakeholder groups and the public during pre-drafting stages of rulemaking activities and use, to the greatest extent practicable, properly docketed ex parte discussions during rulemaking activities in order to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe2ab9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>inform the work of the Administrator;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe2ab9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>assist the Administrator in developing the scope of a rule; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe2ab9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209/1/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>reduce the timeline for issuance of proposed and final rules;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe2ab9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>rely on documented data and safety trends when determining whether or not to proceed with a rulemaking activity; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe2ab9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>not consider a rulemaking activity required in statute, for the purposes of ex parte communications, as having been established on the date of enactment of the related public law, but rather upon obtainment of a regulation identifier number; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe2ab9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s209/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>when it would reduce the time required for the Administrator to adjudicate public comments, the Administrator should publicly provide information describing the rationale behind a regulatory decision included in proposed regulations in order to better allow for the public to provide clear and informed comments on such regulations.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e5468" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s210" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="210">SEC. 210. </num><heading>CIVIL AEROMEDICAL INSTITUTE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/j">Section 106(j) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>There is</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Civil Aeromedical Institute.—</headingText>There is</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e5491" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s211" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="211">SEC. 211. </num><heading>MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COUNCIL.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafe320d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">Section 106 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe320d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s211/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by transferring paragraph (8) of subsection (p) to subsection (r) and <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> such paragraph as paragraph (7); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe320d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s211/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (p) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe40b33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="p">“(p) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Management Advisory Council</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish an advisory council which shall be known as the Federal Aerospace Management Advisory Council (in this subsection referred to as the ‘Council’).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Council shall consist of 13 members, who shall consist of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>a designee of the Secretary of Transportation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>a designee of the Secretary of Defense;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>5 members representing aerospace and technology interests, appointed by the Administrator;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>5 members representing aerospace and technology interests, appointed by the Secretary of Transportation; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>1 member, appointed by the Secretary of Transportation, who is the head of a union representing air traffic control system employees.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualifications</inline>.—</heading><content>No officer or employee of the Federal Government may be appointed to the Council under subparagraph (C) or (D) of paragraph (2).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Functions</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1050">138 STAT. 1050</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Advise; counsel</inline>.—</heading><content>The Council shall provide advice and counsel to the Administrator on issues which affect or are affected by the activities of the Administrator.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Resource</inline>.—</heading><content>The Council shall function as an oversight resource for management, policy, spending, and regulatory matters under the jurisdiction of the Administrator.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Submissions to administration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to Administration management, policy, spending, funding, data management and analysis, safety initiatives, international agreements, activities of the International Civil Aviation Organization, and regulatory matters affecting the aerospace industry and the national airspace system, the Council may—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>regardless of whether solicited by the Administrator, submit comments, recommended modifications, proposals, and supporting or dissenting views to the Administrator; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>request the Administrator include in any submission to Congress, the Secretary, or the general public, and in any submission for publication in the Federal Register, a description of the comments, recommended modifications, and dissenting or supporting views received from the Council under subclause (I).</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reasoning</inline>.—</heading><content>Together with a Council submission that is published or described under clause (iii)(II), the Administrator may provide the reasons for any differences between the views of the Council and the views or actions of the Administrator.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cost-benefit analysis</inline>.—</heading><content>The Council shall review the rulemaking cost-benefit analysis process and develop recommendations to improve the analysis and ensure that the public interest is fully protected.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Process review</inline>.—</heading><content>The Council shall review the process through which the Administration determines to use advisory circulars, service bulletins, and other externally facing guidance and regulatory material.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe40b47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Meetings</inline>.—</heading><content>The Council shall meet not less than 3 times annually or at the call of the chair or the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Access to documents and staff</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may give the Council appropriate access to relevant documents and personnel of the Administration, and the Administrator shall make available, consistent with the authority to withhold commercial and other proprietary information under section 552 of title 5 (commonly known as the ‘Freedom of Information Act’), cost data associated with the acquisition and operation of air traffic service systems.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1051">138 STAT. 1051</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Disclosure of commercial or proprietary data</inline>.—</heading><content>Any member of the Council who receives commercial or other proprietary data as provided for in this paragraph from the Administrator shall be subject to the provisions of section 1905 of title 18, pertaining to unauthorized disclosure of such information.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application of chapter 10 of title 5</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Chapter 10 of title 5 does not apply to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the Council;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>such aviation rulemaking committees as the Administrator shall designate; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>such aerospace rulemaking committees as the Secretary shall designate.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Administrative matters</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Terms</inline>.—</heading><content>Members of the Council appointed under paragraph (2)(C) shall be appointed for a term of 3 years.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Term for air traffic control representative</inline>.—</heading><content>The member appointed under paragraph (2)(E) shall be appointed for a term of 3 years, except that the term of such individual shall end whenever the individual no longer meets the requirements of paragraph (2)(E).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Vacancy</inline>.—</heading><content>Any vacancy on the Council shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment, except that any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the term for which the predecessor of the member was appointed shall be appointed for the remainder of that term.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Continuation in office</inline>.—</heading><content>A member of the Council whose term expires shall continue to serve until the date on which the successor of the member takes office.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Removal</inline>.—</heading><content>Any member of the Council appointed under paragraph (2) may be removed for cause by whomever makes the appointment.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe40b55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Chair; vice chair</inline>.—</heading><content>The Council shall elect a chair and a vice chair from among the members appointed under subparagraphs (C) and (D) of paragraph (2), each of whom shall serve for a term of 1 year. The vice chair shall perform the duties of the chair in the absence of the chair.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe40b56-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Travel and per diem</inline>.—</heading><content>Each member of the Council shall be paid actual travel expenses, and per diem in lieu of subsistence expenses when away from the usual place of residence of the member, in accordance with section 5703 of title 5.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe43167-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Detail of personnel from the administration</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall make available to the Council such staff, information, and administrative services and assistance as may reasonably be required to enable the Council to carry out the responsibilities of the Council under this subsection.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e5811" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="212">SEC. 212. </num><heading>CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafe4a698-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/r">Section 106(r) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4a699-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4a69a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (A) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1052">138 STAT. 1052</page> <quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafe4a69b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Appointment</inline>.—</heading><content>There shall be a Chief Operating Officer for the air traffic control system who is appointed by the Administrator and subject to the authority of the Administrator.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (E) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>shall be appointed for the remainder of that term</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>may be appointed for either the remainder of the term or for a full term</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, with the approval of the Air Traffic Services Committee</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, in consultation with the Air Traffic Services Committee,</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>annual basis.</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction>— <quotedContent>“annual basis and shall include responsibility for—<subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the state of good repair of the air traffic control system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the continuous improvement of the safety and efficiency of the air traffic control system; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>identifying services and solutions to increase the safety and efficiency of airspace use and to support the safe integration of all airspace users.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe4cdb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>in paragraph (4) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>such information as may be prescribed by the Secretary</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the annual performance agreement required under paragraph (3), an assessment of the performance of the Chief Operating Officer in relation to the performance goals in the performance agreement for the previous year, and such other information as may be prescribed by the Administrator</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (5)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Chief Operating Officer, or any other authority within the Administration responsibilities, including</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Chief Operating Officer any authority of the Administrator and shall delegate, at a minimum</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (A)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/5/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in clause (iii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/5/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>in clause (iv) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/5/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>plans to integrate new entrant operations into the national airspace system and associated action items.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe4cdbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s212/5/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in subparagraph (C)(ii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and the Committee</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e6004" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s213" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="213">SEC. 213. </num><heading>REPORT ON UNFUNDED CAPITAL INVESTMENT NEEDS OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEM.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafe51bde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/r">Section 106(r) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe569ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Unfunded capital investment needs report</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 10 days after the date on which the budget of the President for a fiscal year is submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1150 of title 31, the Administrator shall submit to the Secretary, the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1053">138 STAT. 1053</page> the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report on any unfunded capital investment needs of the air traffic control system.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents of briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In providing the report under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall include, for each unfunded capital investment need, the following:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>A summary description of such unfunded capital investment need.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>The objective to be achieved if such unfunded capital investment need is funded in whole or in part.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>The additional amount of funds recommended in connection with such objective.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>The Budget Line Item Program and Budget Line Item number associated with such unfunded capital investment need, as applicable.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>Any statutory requirement associated with such unfunded capital investment need, as applicable.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prioritization of requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>The briefing required under subparagraph (A) shall present unfunded capital investment needs in overall urgency of priority.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Unfunded capital investment need defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this paragraph, the term ‘<term>unfunded capital investment need</term>’ means a program that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>is not funded in the budget of the President for the fiscal year as submitted to Congress pursuant to section 1105 of title 31;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>is for infrastructure or a system related to necessary modernization or sustainment of the air traffic control system;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>is listed for any year in the most recent National Airspace System Capital Investment Plan of the Administration; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><chapeau>would have been recommended for funding through the budget referred to in subparagraph (A) by the Administrator if—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>additional resources had been available for the budget to fund the program, activity, or mission requirement; or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yafe56a0e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>the program, activity, or mission requirement has emerged since the budget was formulated.”</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e6124" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="214">SEC. 214. </num><heading>CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafe5df3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/s">Section 106(s) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe5df40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe5df41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>There shall be</quotedText>” and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Chief Technology Officer shall be appointed by the Administrator.</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe5df42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>management</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>management, systems management,</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe5df43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraphs (C) and (D);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe5df44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraphs (A) and (B) as subparagraphs (B) and (C), respectively; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe5df45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before subparagraph (B), as so redesignated, the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1054">138 STAT. 1054</page> <quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafe60656-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>There shall be a Chief Technology Officer for the air traffic control system that shall report directly to the Chief Operating Officer of the air traffic control system.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe60657-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe60658-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>program</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe60659-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (F) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>aircraft operators</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Administration, aircraft operators, or other private providers of information and services related to air traffic management</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe6065a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe6065b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Chief Technology Officer shall be subject to the postemployment provisions of section 207 of title 18 as if the position of Chief Technology Officer were described in section 207(c)(2)(A)(i) of that title.</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe6065c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraph (B) as subparagraph (C); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe6065d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s214/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subparagraph (A) the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafe6065e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Post-employment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Chief Technology Officer shall be subject to the postemployment provisions of section 207 of title 18 as if the position of Chief Technology Officer were described in section 207(c)(2)(A)(i) of such title.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e6276" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s215" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="215">SEC. 215. </num><heading>DEFINITION OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEM.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafe62d6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102/a/47">Section 40102(a)(47) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe62d70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s215/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe62d71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s215/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subparagraph (D) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe62d72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s215/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe62d73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>systems, software, and hardware operated, owned, and maintained by third parties that support or directly provide air navigation information and air traffic management services with Administration approval.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e6326" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s216" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="216">SEC. 216. </num><heading>PEER REVIEW OF OFFICE OF WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION AND AVIATION SAFETY INVESTIGATIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafe67b94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/t">Section 106(t) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe67b95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s216/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (7);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe67b96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s216/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (6) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafe6a2a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Department of transportation office of the inspector general peer review</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe6a2a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe6a2a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe6a2aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, and every 5 years thereafter, the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall perform a peer review of the Office of Whistleblower Protection and Aviation Safety Investigations.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe6a2ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Peer review scope</inline>.—</heading><content>In completing the peer reviews required under this paragraph, the inspector general shall, to the extent appropriate, use the most recent peer review guides published by the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency Audit Committee and Investigations Committee.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe6a2ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the completion of a peer review required under this <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1055">138 STAT. 1055</page> paragraph, the inspector general shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a description of any actions taken or to be taken to address the results of the peer review.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe6a2ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s216/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in paragraph (8)(B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the comma.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e6413" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s217" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="217">SEC. 217. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe6a2ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40131">49 USC 40131 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CYBERSECURITY LEAD.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe6c9bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s217/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe6c9c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Designation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall designate an executive of the FAA to serve as the lead for the cybersecurity of FAA systems and hardware (in this section referred to as the “Cybersecurity Lead”).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe6c9c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s217/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><content>The Cybersecurity Lead shall carry out duties and powers prescribed by the Administrator, including the management of activities required under subtitle B of title III.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe6c9c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s217/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe6c9c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 and 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Cybersecurity Lead shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the implementation of subtitle B of title III.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e6456" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="218">SEC. 218. </num><heading>ELIMINATING FAA REPORTING AND UNNECESSARY REQUIREMENTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe82954-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual Report on Aviation Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s308">Section 308 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe82955-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe82956-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (c) as subsection (b); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe82957-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (e) as subsection (c).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe82958-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual Report on the Purchase of Foreign Manufactured Articles</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40110/d">Section 40110(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (5).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe85069-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual Report on Assistance to Foreign Aviation Authorities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40113/e">Section 40113(e) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe8506a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (4); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe8506b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (5) as paragraph (4).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe8506c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">AIP Annual Report</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47131">Section 47131 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and the item relating to such section in the analysis for chapter 471 of such title, <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe8506d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC </ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe8506e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 47101.</p></sidenote>are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe8506f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/e" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transfer of Airport Land Use Compliance Report to NPIAS</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47103">Section 47103 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe85070-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (d) as subsection (e); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe85071-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (c) the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe87782-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Non-compliant Airports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87783-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe87784-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe87785-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include in the plan a detailed statement listing airports the Secretary has reason to believe are not in compliance with grant assurances or other requirements with respect to airport lands and shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87786-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the circumstances of noncompliance;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87787-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the timeline for corrective action with respect to such noncompliance; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87788-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>any corrective action the Secretary intends to require to bring the airport sponsor into compliance.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87789-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Listing</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary is not required to conduct an audit or make a final determination before including an airport on the list referred to in paragraph (1).”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1056">138 STAT. 1056</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe8778a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/f" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice to Airport Sponsors Regarding Purchase of American Made Equipment and Products</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 306 of the Federal Aviation Administration Authorization Act of 1994 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s50101">49 U.S.C. 50101 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe8778b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(a)</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>It is the sense</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>It is the sense</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe8778c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe8778d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/g" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe8778e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44901">49 USC 44901 note</ref>, 44903 note, 44904 note, 44935 note.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Obsolete Aviation Security Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>Sections 302, 307, 309, and 310 of the Federal Aviation Reauthorization Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/pl/104/264">Public Law 104–264</ref>), and the items relating to such sections in the table of contents in section 1(b) of such Act, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe8778f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/h" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regulation of Alaska Guide Pilots</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 732 of the Wendell H. Ford Aviation Investment and Reform Act for the 21st Century (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87790-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/h/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87791-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/h/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (c) as subsection (b); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87792-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/h/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b), as so redesignated—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87793-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/h/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the subsection heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Definitions</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Definition of Alaska Guide Pilot</headingText></quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87794-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/h/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, the following definitions apply</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>The term ‘<term>Alaska guide pilot</term>’ </quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the term ‘<term>Alaska guide pilot</term>’ </quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87795-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/h/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraphs (A) through (C) as paragraphs (1) through (3) (and adjusting the margins accordingly).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe87796-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/i" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Next Generation Air Transportation Senior Policy Committee</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 710 of the Vision 100–Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>), and the item relating to such section in the table of contents in section 1(b) of such Act, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe87797-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/j" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Improved Pilot Licenses and Pilot License Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87798-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/j/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Intelligence reform and terrorism prevention act</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 4022 of the Intelligence Reform and Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 U.S.C. 44703 note</ref>), and the item relating to such section in the table of contents in section 1(b) of such Act, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe87799-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/j/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA modernization and reform act of 2012</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 321 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 U.S.C. 44703 note</ref>), and the item relating to such section in the table of contents in section 1(b) of such Act, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe8779a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/k" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="k">(k) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical Training and Staffing Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 605 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/pl/112/95">Public Law 112–95</ref>) is <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe8779b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/stat/126/113">126 Stat. 113</ref>.</p></sidenote>amended—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe8779c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/k/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe8779d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/k/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe89eae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/k/2/A" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(b)<headingText class="smallCaps"> Workload of Systems Specialists.—</headingText></quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe89eaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/k/2/B" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (1) through (3) as subsections (a) through (c) (and adjust the margins and header casing appropriately); and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe89eb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/k/3" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (c) (as so redesignated) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe89eb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/l" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="l">(l) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Ferry Flight Duty Period and Flight Time Rulemakings</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 345 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>), and the item relating to such <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1057">138 STAT. 1057</page> section in the table of contents in section 1(b) of such Act, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe89eb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/m" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="m">(m) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Laser Pointer Incident Reports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 2104 of FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301">49 U.S.C. 46301 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe89eb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/m/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>quarterly updates</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>annually an annual briefing</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe89eb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/m/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe89eb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>Subsection (a) shall cease to be effective after September 30, 2028.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe89eb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/n" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="n">(n) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cold Weather Projects Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 156 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47112">49 U.S.C. 47112 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe89eb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/n/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe89eb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/n/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (c) as subsection (b).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe89eb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s218/o" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="o">(o) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe89eba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t45/s165">45 USC 165 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Biannual GAO Audit</inline>.—</heading><content>Any provision of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/pl/112/95">Public Law 112–95</ref>), including any amendment made by such Act, that requires the Comptroller General to conduct an audit (including a recurring audit) shall have no force or effect.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e7038" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s219" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="219">SEC. 219. </num><heading>AUTHORITY TO USE ELECTRONIC SERVICE.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafe8ecdb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46103">Section 46103 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe8ecdc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s219/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe8ecdd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s219/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe8ecde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s219/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or</quotedText>” after the semicolon;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe8ecdf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s219/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> a semicolon; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafe8ece0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s219/1/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentDown2 fontsize10" id="yafe913f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>by electronic or facsimile transmission to the person to be served or the designated agent of the person; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentDown2 fontsize10" id="yafe913f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>as designated by regulation or guidance published in the Federal Register.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe913f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s219/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yafe913f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><chapeau>The date of service made by an electronic or facsimile method is—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe913f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the date an electronic or facsimile transmission is sent; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe913f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the date a notification is sent by an electronic or facsimile method that a notice, process, or action is immediately available and accessible in an electronic database.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe913f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s219/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (c) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the first sentence and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Service on an agent designated under this section shall be made at the office or usual place of residence of the agent or at the electronic or facsimile address designated by the agent.</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e7141" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="220">SEC. 220. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe93b08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY THROUGH DIGITIZATION OF FAA SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe98929-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe9892a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe9892b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe9892c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe9892d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><content>identify, at the discretion of the Administrator, not less than 3 processes of the FAA that result in a certification and require paper-based information exchange between external entities and the FAA or offices within the FAA (such <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1058">138 STAT. 1058</page> as an aircraft certification, aircraft registration, or airmen certification) or authorization, an exemption, or a letter of authorization; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe9892e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>initiate the digitization of such processes.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe9892f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the digitization required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the digitization of any process allows for—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe98930-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>an applicant to track the application of such applicant throughout the period of submission and review of such application; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafe98931-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the status of the application to be available upon demand to the applicant, as well as FAA employees responsible for reviewing and making a decision on the application.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe98932-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe98933-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date on which the Administrator initiates the digitization under subsection (a)(2), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the progress of such digitization.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafe98934-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s220/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of Digitization</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>digitization</term>” means the transition from a predominantly paper-based system to a system centered on the use of a data management system and the internet.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e7222" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="221">SEC. 221. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe98935-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafe98936-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">49 USC 106 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FAA TELEWORK.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafea4c87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafea4c89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafea4c8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Workforce retention. </p></sidenote>may establish telework policies for employees of the FAA that allow for the Administrator to reduce the office footprint and associated expenses of the FAA, if appropriate, increase workforce retention, and provide flexibilities that the Administrator demonstrates increases efficiency and effectiveness of the Administration, while requiring that any such policy—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>does not adversely impact the mission of the FAA;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>does not reduce the safety or efficiency of the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>for any employee that is designated as an officer or executive in the FAA Executive System or a political appointee (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">section 106 of title 49, United States Code</ref>)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>maximizes time at a duty station for such employee, excluding official travel; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>may include telework provisions as determined appropriate by the Administrator, commensurate with official duties for such employee;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>provides for on-the-job training opportunities for FAA personnel that are not less than such opportunities available in 2019;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>reflects the appropriate work status of employees based on the job functions of such employee;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>optimizes the work status of inspectors, investigators, and other personnel performing safety-related functions to ensure timely completion of safety oversight activities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><chapeau>provides for personnel, including such personnel performing work related to aircraft certification and flight standards, who are responsible for actively working with regulated entities, external stakeholders, or other members of the public to be—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1059">138 STAT. 1059</page></chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/G/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>routinely available on a predictable basis for in-person and virtual communications with external persons; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/G/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>not hindered from meeting with, visiting, auditing, or inspecting facilities or projects of regulated persons due to any telework policy; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/1/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>provides opportunities for in-person dialogue, collaboration, and ideation for all employees;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>ensures that locality pay for an employee of the FAA accurately reflects the telework status and duty station of such employee;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>may not establish a telework policy for an employee of the FAA unless such employee will be provided with secure network capacity, communications tools, necessary and secure access to appropriate agency data assets and Federal records, and equipment sufficient to enable such employee to be fully productive; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea4c99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafea73aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, shall evaluate and address any telework policies in effect on the day before such date of enactment to ensure that such policies meet the requirements of paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafea73ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafea73ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafea73ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Update</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and 1 year thereafter, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on any telework policies currently in place, the implementation of such policies, and the benefits of such policies.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafea73ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafea73af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Administrator determines that telework agreements need to be updated to implement the requirements of subsection (a), the Administrator shall, prior to updating such agreements, consult with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea73b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>exclusive bargaining representatives of air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafea73b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s221/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>labor organizations certified under such section as the exclusive bargaining representative of airway transportation systems specialists and aviation safety inspectors and engineers of the FAA.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e7380" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="222">SEC. 222. </num><heading>REVIEW OF OFFICE SPACE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafeb0ff2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeb0ff3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeb0ff4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Inventory.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb0ff5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Initiation of review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall initiate an inventory review of the domestic office footprint of the Department of Transportation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb0ff6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Completion of review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall complete the inventory review required under paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafeb3707-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents of Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In completing the review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb3708-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>delineate the domestic office footprint, as determined appropriate by the Secretary;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb3709-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeb370a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>determine space adequacy related to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb370b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4151/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.</ref>) and the corresponding accessibility guidelines established under <ref href="/us/cfr/t36/pt1191">part 1191 of title 36, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1060">138 STAT. 1060</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb370c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s12101/etseq">42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.</ref>);</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb370d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeb370e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine the feasible occupancy of such space, and provide the methodology used to make the determination;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb370f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeb3710-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine the number of individuals who are full-time equivalent employees, other support personnel, or contractors that have each such unit as a duty station and determine how telework policies will impact the usage of such space;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb3711-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>calculate the amount of available, unused, or underutilized space in each such space;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb3712-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>consider any lease terms for leased space contained in the domestic office footprint, including cost and effective dates for each such lease; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb3713-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeb3714-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeb3715-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>based on the findings in paragraphs (2) through (6), and any other metrics the Secretary determines relevant, provide recommendations for optimizing the use of office space across the Department in consultation with appropriate employee labor representatives.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafeb3716-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 4 months after completing the review under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a final report that proposes opportunities to optimize the domestic office footprint of the FAA (and associated costs). In compiling such final report, the Secretary shall describe opportunities for—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb3717-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>consolidation of offices within a reasonable distance, as determined by the Senior Real Property Officer of the Department of Transportation, from one another;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb3718-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the collocation of regional or satellite offices of separate modes of the Department, including the costs and benefits of shared amenities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb3719-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the use of coworking spaces instead of permanent offices.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafeb371a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Domestic Office Footprint Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>domestic office footprint</term>” means buildings, offices, facilities, and other real property rented, owned, or occupied by the FAA or Department—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb371b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in which employees report for permanent or temporary duty that are not FAA Airport Traffic Control Towers, Terminal Radar Approach Control Facilities, Air Route Traffic Control Centers, and Combined Control Facilities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeb371c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s222/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>which are located within the United States.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e7542" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s223" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="223">SEC. 223. </num><heading>RESTORATION OF AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafeb853d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s223/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch401">Chapter 401 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after section 40118 the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yafebd35e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="40119">“§ 40119.</num><heading class="fontsize12"> <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafebd35f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40119">49 USC 40119</ref>.</p></sidenote>Sensitive security information</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafebd360-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Disclosure</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd361-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regulations prohibiting disclosure</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding the establishment of a Department of Homeland Security, the Secretary of Transportation, in accordance with section 552(b)(3)(B) of title 5, shall prescribe regulations prohibiting disclosure of information obtained or developed in ensuring security under this title if the Secretary of Transportation decides disclosing the information would—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd362-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>be an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd363-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>reveal a trade secret or privileged or confidential commercial or financial information; or<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1061">138 STAT. 1061</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd364-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>be detrimental to transportation safety.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd365-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Disclosure to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Paragraph (1) shall not be construed to authorize information to be withheld from a committee of Congress authorized to have such information.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd366-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in paragraph (1) shall be construed to authorize the designation of information as sensitive security information (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s15.5">section 15.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd367-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>conceal a violation of law, inefficiency, or administrative error;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd368-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>prevent embarrassment to a person, organization, or agency;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd369-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>restrain competition; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd36a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>prevent or delay the release of information that does not require protection in the interest of transportation security, including basic scientific research information not clearly related to transportation security.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafebd36b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Law enforcement disclosure</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 552a of title 5 shall not apply to disclosures that the Administrator may make from the systems of records of the Federal Aviation Administration to any Federal law enforcement, intelligence, protective service, immigration, or national security official in order to assist the official receiving the information in the performance of official duties.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafebd36c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transfers of Duties and Powers Prohibited</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as otherwise provided by law, a duty or power under this section may not be transferred to another department, agency, or instrumentality of the Federal Government.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafebd36d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s223/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafebd36e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40119">49 USC 40119 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by this section shall be effective as of October 5, 2018, and all authority restored to the Secretary and the FAA under this section shall be treated as if such authority had never been <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction> by the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafebd36f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s223/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch401">chapter 401 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafebd370-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC </ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafebd371-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 40101.</p></sidenote><amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 40118 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“40119. </designator> <label>Sensitive security information.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e7729" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="224">SEC. 224. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafebf982-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">49 USC 106 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FAA PARTICIPATION IN INDUSTRY STANDARDS ORGANIZATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafec6eb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall encourage the participation of employees of the FAA, as appropriate, in the activities of recognized industry standards organizations to advance the adoption, reference, and acceptance rate of standards and means of compliance developed by such organizations by the Administrator.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafec6eb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Participation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An employee of the FAA directed by the Administrator to participate in a working group, task group, committee, or similar body of a recognized industry standards organization shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6eb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>actively participate in the discussions and work of such organization;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6eb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>accurately represent the position of the Administrator on the subject matter of such discussions and work;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6eb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>contribute to the development of work products of such organization, unless determined to be inappropriate by such organization;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1062">138 STAT. 1062</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6eb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>make reasonable efforts to identify and make any concerns of the Administrator relating to such work products known to such organization, including through providing formal comments, as may be allowed for under the procedures of such organization;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6eb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafec6eba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><content>provide regular updates to other FAA employees and management on the progress of such work products; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6ebb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>seek advice and input from other FAA employees and management, as needed.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafec6ebc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recognized Industry Standards Organization Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>recognized industry standards organization</term>” means a domestic or international organization that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6ebd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>uses agreed upon procedures to develop aviation-related industry standards or means of compliance, including standards or means of compliance that satisfy FAA requirements or guidance;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6ebe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>is comprised of members of the public, including subject matter experts, industry representatives, academics and researchers, and government employees; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafec6ebf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s224/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>has had at least 1 standard or means of compliance accepted by the Administrator or referenced in guidance material or a regulation issued by the FAA after the date of enactment of the Vision 100—Century of Aviation Reauthorization Act (<ref href="/us/pl/108/176">Public Law 108–176</ref>).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e7822" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s225" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="225">SEC. 225. </num><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS ON USE OF VOLUNTARY CONSENSUS STANDARDS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator should make every effort to abide by the policies set forth in the circular of the Office of Management and Budget, titled “Federal Participation in the Development and Use of Voluntary Consensus Standards and Conformity Assessment Activities” (A–119).</content></section> <section id="d9133e7829" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s226" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="226">SEC. 226. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafec6ec0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">49 USC 106 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REQUIRED DESIGNATION.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Administrator shall designate any aviation rulemaking committee convened under this Act pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/p/5">section 106(p)(5) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e7844" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s227" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="227">SEC. 227. </num><heading>ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FRANCHISE FUND.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Title I of the Department of Transportation and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 1997 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40113">49 U.S.C. 40113 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> under the heading “<headingText>Administrative Services Franchise Fund</headingText>” by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>shall be paid in advance</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>may be reimbursed after performance or paid in advance</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e7863" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="228">SEC. 228. </num><heading>COMMERCIAL PREFERENCE.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xafed0b01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40110/d">Section 40110(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and implement</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, implement, and periodically update</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the new acquisition management system developed and implemented</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the acquisition management system developed, implemented, and periodically updated</quotedText>” each place it appears;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in the matter preceding subparagraph (A)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/3/A/i" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>new</quotedText>”; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1063">138 STAT. 1063</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/3/A/ii" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and implemented</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, implemented, and periodically updated</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/3/B" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Within</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>the Administrator</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Administrator</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/4" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (4) as paragraph (5); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed0b0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s228/5" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (3) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yafed592b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Commercial products and services</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In implementing and updating the acquisition management system pursuant to paragraph (1), the Administrator shall, whenever possible—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed592c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>describe the requirements with respect to a solicitation for the procurement of supplies or services in terms of—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed592d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>functions to be performed;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed592e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>performance required; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed592f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>essential physical and system characteristics;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed5930-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>ensure that commercial services or commercial products may be procured to fulfill such solicitation, or to the extent that commercial products suitable to meet the needs of the Administration are not available, ensure that nondevelopmental items other than commercial products may be procured to fulfill such solicitation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed5931-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>provide offerors of commercial services, commercial products, and nondevelopmental items other than commercial products an opportunity to compete in any solicitation for the procurement of supplies or services;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed5932-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafed5933-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafed5934-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><content>revise the procurement policies, practices, and procedures of the Administration to reduce any impediments to the acquisition of commercial products and commercial services;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed5935-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafed8046-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>ensure that any procurement of new equipment takes into account the life cycle, reliability, performance, service support, and costs to guarantee the acquisition of equipment that is of high quality and reliability resulting in greater performance and cost-related benefits; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafed8047-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafed8048-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafed8049-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote>ensure that procurement officials—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed804a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>acquire commercial services, commercial products, or nondevelopmental items other than commercial products to meet the needs of the Administration;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed804b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>in a solicitation for the procurement of supplies or services, state the specifications for such supplies or services in terms that enable and encourage bidders and offerors to supply commercial services or commercial products, or to the extent that commercial products suitable to meet the needs of the Administration are not available, to supply nondevelopmental items other than commercial products;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed804c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>require that prime contractors and subcontractors at all levels under contracts with the Administration incorporate commercial services, commercial products, or nondevelopmental items other than commercial products as components of items supplied to the Administration;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed804d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>modify procurement requirements in appropriate circumstances to ensure that such requirements <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1064">138 STAT. 1064</page> can be met by commercial services or commercial products, or to the extent that commercial products suitable to meet the needs of the Administration are not available, nondevelopmental items other than commercial products; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafed804e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>require training of appropriate personnel in the acquisition of commercial products and commercial services.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e8062" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="229">SEC. 229. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafed804f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44501">49 USC 44501 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ADVANCED AVIATION TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION STEERING COMMITTEE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafedf580-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafedf581-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish an Advanced Aviation Technology and Innovation Steering Committee (in this section referred to as the “Steering Committee”) to assist the FAA in planning for and integrating advanced aviation technologies.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafedf582-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Purpose</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Steering Committee shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf583-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafedf584-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafedf585-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote>create and regularly update a comprehensive strategy and action plan for integrating advanced aviation technologies into the national airspace system and aviation ecosystem; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf586-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>provide direction and resolution for complex issues related to advanced aviation technologies that span multiple offices or lines of business of the FAA, as needed.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafedf587-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Chair</inline>.—</heading><content>The Deputy Administrator of the FAA shall serve as the Chair of the Steering Committee.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafedf588-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In addition to the Chair, the Steering Committee shall consist of the Assistant or Associate Administrator, or the designee of such Administrator, of each of the following FAA offices:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf589-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Office of Aviation Safety.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf58a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Air Traffic Organization.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf58b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Office of Airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf58c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Office of Commercial Space Transportation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf58d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Office of Finance and Management.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf58e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Office of the Chief Counsel.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf58f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>Office of Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf590-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>Office of Policy, International Affairs, and Environment.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf591-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>Office of Security and Hazardous Materials Safety.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafedf592-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s229/d/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><content>Any other Office the Administrator determines necessary.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e8178" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s230" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="230">SEC. 230. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafee1ca3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafee1ca4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>. </p></sidenote><heading>REVIEW AND UPDATES OF CATEGORICAL EXCLUSIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafee43b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s230/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall identify each categorical exclusion under the jurisdiction of the Department of Transportation, including any operating administration within the Department.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafee43b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s230/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">New Categorical Exclusions for Airport Projects</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafee43b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s230/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>review the categorical exclusions applied by other operating administrations identified in subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafee43b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s230/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>take such action as may be necessary to adopt, as relevant and appropriate, new categorical exclusions that meet the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1508.4">section 1508.4 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, from among categorical exclusions reviewed by the Secretary in paragraph (1) for use by the FAA.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1065">138 STAT. 1065</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e8224" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="231">SEC. 231. </num><heading>IMPLEMENTATION OF ANTI-TERRORIST AND NARCOTIC AIR EVENTS PROGRAMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafee91d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeeb8ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44103">49 USC 44103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeeb8eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeeb8ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priority recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeeb8ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>implement recommendations 6, 13, 14, and 15 as set forth in the Government Accountability Office report entitled “Aviation: FAA Needs to Better Prevent, Detect, and Respond to Fraud and Abuse Risks in Aircraft Registration,” (dated March 25, 2020); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeeb8ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>to the extent that rulemaking is necessary to implement such recommendations, issue a notice of proposed rulemaking pursuant to the rulemaking authority of the FAA.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeeb8ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafeeb8f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Remaining recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall implement recommendations 1 through 5 and 8 through 12 as set forth in the Government Accountability Office report described in paragraph (1) and, to the extent that rulemaking is necessary to implement such recommendations, issue a notice of proposed rulemaking pursuant to the rulemaking authority of the FAA, on the earlier of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeeb8f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the date that is 90 days after the date on which the FAA implements the Civil Aviation Registry Electronic Services system; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeeb8f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>January 1, 2026.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafeeb8f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeeb8f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priority recommendations</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date on which the Administrator implements the recommendations under subsection (a)(1), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on the Judiciary and Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, the Committees on the Judiciary and Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives, and the Caucus on International Narcotics Control of the Senate a report on such implementation, including a description of any steps taken by the Administrator to complete such implementation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafeeb8f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tII/s231/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Remaining recommendations</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date on which the Administrator implements the recommendations under subsection (a)(2), the Administrator shall submit to the Committees on the Judiciary and Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, the Committees on the Judiciary and Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives, and the Caucus on International Narcotics Control of the Senate a report on such implementation, including a description of any steps taken by the Administrator to complete such implementation.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1066">138 STAT. 1066</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <num value="III">TITLE III—</num><heading>AVIATION SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS</heading> <subtitle id="d9133e8321" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading>General Provisions</heading> <section id="d9133e8326" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="301">SEC. 301. </num><heading>HELICOPTER AIR AMBULANCE OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafef5536-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Outdated Air Ambulance Rulemaking Requirement</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44730">Section 44730 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5537-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section,</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5538-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (c) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>address the following</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>consider, or address through other means, the following</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5539-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (d) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>provide for the following</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>consider, or address through other means, the following</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef553a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef553b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Subsequent Rulemaking</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Subsequent Actions</headingText></quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef553c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>shall conduct a follow-on rulemaking to address the following:</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>shall address through a follow-on rulemaking, or through such other means that the Administrator considers appropriate, the following:</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef553d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef553e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/a/4/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (3) as paragraph (2).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafef553f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafef5540-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Safety Management Systems Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on how the final rule titled “Safety Management System”, published on April 26, 2024, (<ref href="/us/fr/89/33068">89 Fed. Reg. 33068</ref>), will—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5541-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>improve helicopter air ambulance operations and piloting; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5542-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>consider the use of safety equipment by flight crew and medical personnel on a helicopter conducting an air ambulance operation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafef5543-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Improvement of Publication of Helicopter Air Ambulance Operations Data</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44731">Section 44731 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5544-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (d);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5545-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5546-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef5547-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yafef7c58-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>make publicly available, in part or in whole, on a website of the Federal Aviation Administration, the database developed pursuant to subsection (c); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yafef7c59-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>analyze the data submitted under subsection (a) periodically and use such data to inform efforts to improve the safety of helicopter air ambulance operations.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafef7c5a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s301/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsections (e) and (f) as subsections (d) and (e), respectively.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1067">138 STAT. 1067</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e8531" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="302">SEC. 302. </num><heading>GLOBAL AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff08dcb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA Oversight of Repair Stations Located Outside the United States</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff08dcc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44733">Section 44733 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff08dcd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>Inspection</b></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>Oversight</b></quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff08dce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff0b4df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff0b4e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, without prior notice to such repair stations,</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>annually</quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff0b4e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and the applicable laws of the country in which the repair station is located</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>international agreements</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff0b4e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the last sentence and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Administrator may carry out announced or unannounced inspections in addition to the annual unannounced inspection required under this subsection based on identified risks and in a manner consistent with United States obligations under international agreements and the applicable laws of the country in which the part 145 repair station is located.</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff0b4e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (g) as subsection (j); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff0b4e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (f) the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown2 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff12a15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Data Analysis</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff12a16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff12a17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Each fiscal year in which a part 121 air carrier has had heavy maintenance work performed on an aircraft owned or operated by such carrier, such carrier shall provide to the Administrator, not later than the end of the following fiscal year, a report containing the information described in paragraph (2).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff12a18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Information required</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A report under paragraph (1) shall contain the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff12a19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>The location where any heavy maintenance work on aircraft was performed outside the United States.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff12a1a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>A description of the work performed at each such location.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff12a1b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>The date of completion of the work performed at each such location.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1512c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff1512d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff1512e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><chapeau>A list of all failures, malfunctions, or defects affecting the safe operation of such aircraft identified by the air carrier not later than 30 days after the date on which an aircraft is returned to service, organized by reference to aircraft registration number, that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff1512f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>requires corrective action after the aircraft is approved for return to service; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff15130-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>results from such work performed on such aircraft.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15131-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff15132-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p></sidenote>The certificate number of the person approving such aircraft or on-wing aircraft engine for return to service following completion of the work performed at each such location.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15133-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Analysis</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1068">138 STAT. 1068</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15134-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>analyze information provided under this subsection and sections 121.703, 121.705, 121.707, and 145.221 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, or any successor provisions of such title, to detect safety issues associated with heavy maintenance work on aircraft performed outside the United States; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15135-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>require appropriate actions by an air carrier or repair station in response to any safety issue identified by the analysis conducted under subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15136-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Confidentiality</inline>.—</heading><content>Information provided under this subsection shall be subject to the same protections given to voluntarily provided safety or security related information under section 40123.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown2 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff15137-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applications and Prohibition</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15138-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may not approve any new application under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt145">part 145 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, from a person located or headquartered in a country that the Administration, through the International Aviation Safety Assessment program, has classified as Category 2.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15139-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><content>Paragraph (1) shall not apply to an application for the renewal of a certificate issued under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt145">part 145 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1513a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Maintenance implementation procedures agreement</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff1513b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote>may elect not to enter into a new maintenance implementation procedures agreement with a country classified as Category 2, for as long as the country remains classified as Category 2.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1513c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on continued heavy maintenance work</inline>.—</heading><content>No part <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff1513d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote>121 air carrier may enter into a new contract for heavy maintenance work with a person located or headquartered in a country that the Administrator, through the International Aviation Safety Assessment program, has classified as Category 2, for as long as such country remains classified as Category 2.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown2 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff1513e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff1513f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Minimum Qualifications for Mechanics and Others Working on U.S. Registered Aircraft</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15140-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator shall require that, at each covered repair station—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15141-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>all supervisory personnel of such station are appropriately certificated as a mechanic or repairman under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt65">part 65 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, or under an equivalent certification or licensing regime, as determined by the Administrator; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15142-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>all personnel of such station authorized to approve an article for return to service are appropriately certificated as a mechanic or repairman under part 65 of such title, or under an equivalent certification or licensing regime, as determined by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15143-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Available for consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator shall require any individual who is responsible for approving an article for return to service or who is directly in charge of heavy maintenance work performed on aircraft operated by a part 121 air carrier be available for consultation while work is being performed at a covered repair station.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1069">138 STAT. 1069</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15144-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff15145-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/2/A" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44733/j">Section 44733(j) of title 49, United States Code</ref> (as redesignated by this section), <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff15146-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>aircraft</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>aircraft (including on-wing aircraft engines)</quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff15147-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (1) through (3) as paragraphs (2) through (4), respectively; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff15148-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/2/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before paragraph (2), as so redesignated, the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown2 fontsize10" id="yaff17859-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered repair station</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term ‘<term>covered repair station</term>’ means a facility that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1785a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>is located outside the United States;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1785b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>is a part 145 repair station; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1785c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>performs heavy maintenance work on aircraft operated by a part 121 air carrier.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1785d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/2/B" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical amendment</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44733/a/3">Section 44733(a)(3) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>covered part 145 repair stations</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>part 145 repair stations</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1785e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/a/3" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming amendments</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff1785f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC </ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff17860-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44701.</p></sidenote><amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 44733 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44733. </designator> <label>Oversight of repair stations located outside the United States.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff17861-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff17862-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Alcohol and Drug Testing and Background Checks</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff17863-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff17864-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff17865-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44733">49 USC 44733 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a final rule carrying out the requirements of section 2112(b) of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44733">49 U.S.C. 44733 note</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff17866-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff17867-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44733">49 USC 44733 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking on assessment requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>With respect to any employee not covered under the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s1554.101">section 1554.101 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, the Administrator shall initiate a rulemaking (or request that the head of another Federal agency initiate a rulemaking) that requires a covered repair station to confirm that any such employee has successfully completed an assessment commensurate with a security threat assessment described in subpart C of part 1540 of such title.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff17868-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/b/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of covered repair station</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of this subsection, the term “<term>covered repair station</term>” means a facility that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff17869-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>is located outside the United States;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1786a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>is certificated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt145">part 145 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1786b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s302/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>performs heavy maintenance work on aircraft (including on-wing aircraft engines), operated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e9079" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s303" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="303">SEC. 303. </num><heading>ODA BEST PRACTICE SHARING.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xaff1c68c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44736/b">Section 44736(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1c68d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s303/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this section, the</quotedText>” and insert “<quotedText>The</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1c68e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s303/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1c68f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s303/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (E) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1070">138 STAT. 1070</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1c690-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s303/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (F) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff1c691-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s303/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yaff1c692-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><chapeau>convene a forum not less than every 2 years between ODA holders, unit members, and other organizational representatives and relevant experts, in order to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff1c693-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>share best practices;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff1c694-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>instill professionalism, ethics, and personal responsibilities in unit members; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff1c695-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>foster open and transparent communication between Administration safety specialists, ODA holders, and unit members.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e9160" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s304" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="304">SEC. 304. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff1eda6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>TRAINING OF ORGANIZATION DELEGATION AUTHORIZATION UNIT MEMBERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff214b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s304/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Unit Member Annual Ethics Training</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44736">Section 44736 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff262d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Ethics Training Requirement for ODA Holders</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff262d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall review and ensure each ODA holder authorized by the Administrator under section 44702(d) has in effect a recurrent training program for all ODA unit members that covers—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff262da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>unit member professional obligations and responsibilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff262db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the ODA holder’s code of ethics as required to be established under section 102(f) of the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff262dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>procedures for reporting safety concerns, as described in the respective approved procedures manual for the delegation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff289ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>the prohibition against and reporting procedures for interference from a supervisor or other ODA member described in section 44742; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff289ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>any additional information the Administrator considers relevant to maintaining ethical and professional standards across all ODA holders and unit members.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff289ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA review</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff289f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review of training program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Organization Designation Authorization Office of the Administration established under subsection (b) shall review each ODA holders’ recurrent training program to ensure such program includes—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff289f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>all elements described in paragraph (1); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff289f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>training to instill professionalism and clear understanding among ODA unit members about the purpose of and procedures associated with safety management systems, including the provisions of the third edition of the Safety Management Manual issued by the International Civil Aviation Organization (Doc 9859) (or any successor edition).</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff289f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Changes to program</inline>.—</heading><content>Such Office may require changes to the training program considered necessary to <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1071">138 STAT. 1071</page> maintain ethical and professional standards across all ODA holders and unit members.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff289f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff289f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Training</inline>.—</heading><content>As part of the recurrent training program required under paragraph (1), not later than 60 business days after being designated as an ODA unit member, and annually thereafter, each ODA unit member shall complete the ethics training required by the ODA holder of the respective ODA unit member in order to exercise the functions delegated under the ODA.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff289f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Accountability</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish such processes or requirements as are necessary to ensure compliance with paragraph (3).”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff289f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s304/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff289f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44736">49 USC 44736 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>An ODA unit member authorized to perform delegated functions under an ODA prior to the date of completion of an ethics training required under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44736/g">section 44736(g) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, shall complete such training not later than 60 days after the training program is approved by the Administrator pursuant to such section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e9312" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s305" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="305">SEC. 305. </num><heading>CLARIFICATION ON SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM INFORMATION DISCLOSURE.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xaff2b109-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44735">Section 44735 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff2b10a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s305/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff2b10b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s305/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; or</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> a semicolon;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff2b10c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s305/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; or</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff2b10d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s305/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yaff2d81e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>if the report, data, or other information is submitted for any purpose relating to the development and implementation of a safety management system, including a system required by regulation.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff2d81f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s305/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff2d820-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Other Agencies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff2d821-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff2d822-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The limitation established under subsection (a) shall apply to the head of any other Federal agency who receives reports, data, or other information described in such subsection from the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff2d823-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall not be construed to limit the accident or incident investigation authority of the National Transportation Safety Board under chapter 11, including the requirement to not disclose voluntarily provided safety-related information under section 1114.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e9410" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="306">SEC. 306. </num><heading>REAUTHORIZATION OF CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE AIRCRAFT CERTIFICATION, SAFETY, AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff37464-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Oversight of Organization Designation Authorization Unit Members</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44741">Section 44741 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff37465-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (f)(2)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff37466-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Not later than 90 days</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>the Administrator shall provide a briefing</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Administrator shall provide biannual briefings each fiscal year through September 30, 2028</quotedText>”; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1072">138 STAT. 1072</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff37467-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>90-day period</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>6-month period</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff37468-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (j) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff37469-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Integrated Project Teams</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 108(f) of division V of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 U.S.C. 44704 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal year 2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal year 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff3746a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Appeals of Certification Decisions</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704/g/1/C/ii">Section 44704(g)(1)(C)(ii) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>calendar year 2025</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>calendar year 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff3746b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Professional Development, Skills Enhancement, Continuing Education and Training</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44519/c">Section 44519(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff3746c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/e" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Voluntary Safety Reporting Program</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 113(f) of division V of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal year 2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal year 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff3746d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/f" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Changed Product Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 117(b)(1) of division V of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 U.S.C. 44704 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal year 2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fiscal year 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff3746e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/g" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Domestic and International Pilot Training</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 119(f)(3) of division V of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff3746f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s306/h" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Samya Rose Stumo National Air Grant Fellowship Program</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 131(d) of division V of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2025</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e9623" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s307" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="307">SEC. 307. </num><heading>CONTINUED OVERSIGHT OF FAA COMPLIANCE PROGRAM.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xaff39b80-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 122 of the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability Act (<ref href="/us/pl/116/260">Public Law 116–260</ref>)<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff39b81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/stat/134/2344">134 Stat. 2344</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff39b82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s307/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (b) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yaff3c293-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff3c294-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff3c295-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff3c296-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote>conduct an annual agency-wide evaluation of the Compliance Program through fiscal year 2028 to assess the functioning and effectiveness of such program and to assess—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff3c297-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the need for long-term metrics that, to the maximum extent practicable, apply to all program offices, and use such metrics to assess the effectiveness of the program;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff3c298-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>if the program ensures the highest level of compliance with safety standards;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff3c299-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>if the program has met its stated safety goals and purpose; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff3c29a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>FAA employee confidence in the program.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff3c29b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s307/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (c)(4) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2028</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff3c29c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s307/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (d) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e9713" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s308" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="308">SEC. 308. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff3c29d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SCALABILITY OF SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xaff410be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In conducting any rulemaking to require, or implementing a regulation requiring, a safety management system, the Administrator shall consider the scalability of such safety management system requirements, to the full range of entities in terms of size or complexity that may be affected by such rulemaking or regulation, including—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1073">138 STAT. 1073</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff410bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s308/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>how an entity can demonstrate compliance using various documentation, tools, and methods, including, as appropriate, systems with multiple small operators collectively monitoring for and addressing risks;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff410c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s308/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff410c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>a review of traditional safety management techniques and the suitability of such techniques for small entities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff410c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s308/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the applicability of existing safety management system programs implemented by an entity;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff410c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s308/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the suitability of existing requirements under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt5">part 5 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for small entities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff410c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s308/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>other unique challenges relating to small entities the Administrator determines appropriate to consider.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e9760" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s309" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="309">SEC. 309. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff410c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff410c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REVIEW OF SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM RULEMAKING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff437d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s309/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff437d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall review the final rule of the FAA titled “Safety Management Systems” and issued on April 26, 2024 (<ref href="/us/fr/89/33068">89 Fed. Reg. 33068</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff437d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s309/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>In reviewing the final rule under subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the safety management system requirement under such final rule described in subsection (a) is applied to all certificate holders operating under the rules for commuter and on-demand operations under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, commercial air tour operators operating under section 91.147 of such title, production certificate holders that are holders or licensees of a type certificate for the same product, and holders of a type certificate who license out such certificate for production under part 21 of such title.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff437da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s309/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff437db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff437dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Determination</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator determines the final rule does not apply the safety management system requirement in the manner described in subsection (b), the Administrator shall issue such regulation, guidance, or policy as may be necessary to ensure such safety management system requirement is applied in such manner.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e9815" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="310">SEC. 310. </num><heading>INDEPENDENT STUDY ON FUTURE STATE OF TYPE CERTIFICATION PROCESSES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff4fb2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff4fb2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff4fb2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contract.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review and Study</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with an appropriate federally funded research and development center, or other independent nonprofit organization that recommends solutions to aviation policy challenges through objective analysis, to conduct a review and study in accordance with the requirements and elements in this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff4fb30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff4fb31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analyses.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff4fb32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff4fb33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff4fb34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Elements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The entity carrying out the review and study pursuant to subsection (a) shall provide analyses, assessments, and recommendations that address the following elements:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff4fb35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>A vision for a future state of type certification that reflects the highly complex, highly integrated nature of modern aircraft and improvements in aviation safety.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff4fb36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>An assessment of digital tools, techniques, and software systems that allow for efficient and virtual evaluation of an applicant design, associated documentation, and software or systems engineering products, including in digital 3-dimensional formats or using model-based systems engineering design techniques.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1074">138 STAT. 1074</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff4fb37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>How the FAA could develop a risk-based model for type certification that improves the safety of aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff4fb38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>What changes are needed to ensure that corrective actions for continued operational safety issues, including software modifications, can be approved and implemented in a timely manner while maintaining the integrity of the type certification process.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff52149-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>What efficiencies and safety process improvements are needed in the type certification processes of the FAA to facilitate the assessment and integration of innovative technologies and advance aviation safety, such as conducting product familiarization, developing certification requirements, and demonstrating flight test safety readiness.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff5214a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Best practices and tools used by other certification authorities outside of the United States that could be adopted by the FAA, as well as the best practices and tools used by the FAA which can be shared with certification authorities outside of the United States.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff5214b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff5214c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff5214d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Parties to Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review and study pursuant to subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that the entity entering into an agreement under this section shall, throughout the review and study, consult with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff5214e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the aircraft certification and flight standards offices or services of the Administration; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff5214f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>at least 3 industry members representing aircraft and aircraft part manufacturing interests.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff52150-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the review and study pursuant to subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure the entity considers the availability, cost, interoperability, scalability, adaptability, cybersecurity, ease of adoption, and potential safety benefits of the elements described in subsection (b), including any digital tools, techniques, and software systems recommended to address such elements.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff52151-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff52152-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the entity conducting the review and study pursuant to subsection (a) shall submit to the Administrator and the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the review and study that includes—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff52153-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff52154-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff52155-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>the findings and recommendations of the entity; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff52156-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff52157-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>an assessment of whether digital tools, techniques, and software systems could improve the coordination, oversight, or safety of the certification and validation activities of the FAA.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff52158-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff52159-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 270 days after the report required under subsection (e) is received by the Administrator, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff5215a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>any actions the FAA proposes to take as a result of such findings and recommendations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff5215b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s310/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the rationale of the FAA for not taking action on any specific recommendation, as applicable.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e9973" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="311">SEC. 311. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff5215c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 USC 44704 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>USE OF ADVANCED TOOLS AND HIGH-RISK FLIGHT TESTING IN CERTIFYING AEROSPACE PRODUCTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff60bbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff60bbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assessment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall complete an assessment of the use of advanced tools during the testing, analysis, <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1075">138 STAT. 1075</page> and verification stages of aerospace certification projects to reduce the risks associated with high-risk flight profiles and performing limit testing.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff60bbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the assessment under subsection (a), the Administrator shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>instances in which high-risk flight profiles and limit testing have occurred in the certification process and the applicability of the data produced by such testing for use in other aspects of flight testing;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the safety of pilots during such testing;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the value and accuracy of data collected using the advanced tools described in subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the ability to produce more extensive data sets using such advanced tools;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>any aspects of such testing for which the use of such advanced tools would not be valuable or applicable;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>the cost of using such advanced tools; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>the best practices of other international civil aviation authorities that permit the use of advanced tools during aerospace certification projects.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff60bc7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the assessment under subsection (a), the Administrator shall consult with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>aircraft manufacturers, including manufacturers that have designed and certified aircraft under—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bc9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content><ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt23">part 23 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>part 25 of such title; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bcb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>part 27 of such title;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bcc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>aircraft manufacturers that have designed and certified, or are in the process of certifying, aircraft with a novel design under part 21.17(b) of such title;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff60bcd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>associations representing aircraft manufacturers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>researchers and academics in related fields; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>pilots who are experts in flight testing.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff632e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff632e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the completion of the assessment under subsection (a), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the assessment conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff632e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required Updates</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff632e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall take necessary actions based on the results of the assessment under subsection (a), including, as appropriate—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/1/A" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content><amendingAction type="amend">amending</amendingAction> <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt21">part 21 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>modifying any associated advisory circulars, guidance, or policy of the FAA.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In taking actions under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall consider—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>developing validation criteria and procedures whereby data produced in high-fidelity engineering laboratories and facilities may be allowed (in conjunction with, or in lieu of) data produced on a flying test article to support an applicant’s showing of compliance required under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.35/a/1">section 21.35(a)(1) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1076">138 STAT. 1076</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>developing criteria and procedures whereby an Organization Designation Authorization (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44736/c/5">section 44736(c)(5) of title 49, United States Code</ref>) may recommend that certain data produced during an applicant’s flight test program may be accepted by the FAA as final compliance data in accordance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.35/b">section 21.35(b) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, at the sole discretion of the FAA; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff632ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>working with other international civil aviation authorities representing States of Design to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff632eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>identify their best practices relative to high risk-flight testing; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff632ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s311/e/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>adopt such practices into the flight-testing requirements of the FAA to the maximum extent practicable.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e10193" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s312" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="312">SEC. 312. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff632ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff632ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff632ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff632f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff632f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 USC 44704 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TRANSPORT AIRPLANE AND PROPULSION CERTIFICATION MODERNIZATION.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall publish a notice of proposed rulemaking for the item titled “Transport Airplane and Propulsion Certification Modernization”, published in Fall 2022 in the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions (RIN 2120–AL42).</content></section> <section id="d9133e10213" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="313">SEC. 313. </num><heading>FIRE PROTECTION STANDARDS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff6a822-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Internal Regulatory Review Team</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a823-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6a824-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish an internal regulatory review team (in this section referred to as the “Team”).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a825-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a826-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Team shall conduct a review comparing foreign and domestic airworthiness standards and guidance for aircraft engine firewalls.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a827-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review, the Team shall—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a828-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/a/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6a829-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6a82a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote>identify any significant differences in standards or guidance with respect to test article selection and fire test boundaries and evaluation criteria for burn tests, including the use of certification by analysis for cases in which substantially similar designs have passed burn tests;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a82b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/a/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6a82c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote>assess the safety implications for any products imported into the United States that do not comply with the firewall requirements of the FAA; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a82d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/a/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6a82e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>consult with industry stakeholders to the maximum extent practicable.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff6a82f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6a830-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties of the Administrator</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a831-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6a832-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 60 days after the date on which the Team reports the findings of the review to the Administrator, update the Significant Standards List of the FAA based on such findings, as appropriate; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6a833-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s313/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6a834-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 90 days after such date, submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on such findings and any recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the Administrator determines appropriate.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1077">138 STAT. 1077</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e10323" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s314" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="314">SEC. 314. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6cf45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6cf46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44709">49 USC 44709 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RISK MODEL FOR PRODUCTION FACILITY INSPECTIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff6f657-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s314/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, and periodically thereafter, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6f658-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s314/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6f659-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>conduct a review of the risk-based model used by certification management offices of the FAA to inform the frequency of aircraft manufacturing or production facility inspections; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6f65a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s314/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff6f65b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><content>update the model to ensure such model adequately accounts for risk at facilities during periods of increased production.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff6f65c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s314/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 60 days after the date on which the review is completed under subsection (a), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6f65d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s314/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the results of the review;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6f65e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s314/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any changes made to the risk-based model described in subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff6f65f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s314/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>how such changes would help improve the in-plant inspection process.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e10384" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="315">SEC. 315. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff71d70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REVIEW OF FAA USE OF AVIATION SAFETY DATA.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff855f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff855f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff855f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into an appropriate arrangement with a qualified third-party organization or consortium to evaluate the collection, collation, analysis, and use of aviation data across the FAA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff855f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In completing the evaluation under subsection (a), the qualified third-party organization or consortium shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff855f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>seek the input of experts in data analytics, including at least 1 expert in the commercial data services or analytics solutions sector;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff855f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>consult with the National Transportation Safety Board and the Transportation Research Board; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff855f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>consult with appropriate federally funded research and development centers, to the extent that such centers are not already involved in the evaluation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff855f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Substance of Evaluation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In completing the evaluation under subsection (a), the qualified third-party organization or consortium shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff855f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff855fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p></sidenote><content>compile a list of internal and external sources, databases, and streams of information the FAA receives or has access to that provide the FAA with operational or safety information and data about the national airspace system, its users, and other regulated entities of the FAA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff855fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>review data sets to determine completeness and accuracy of relevant information;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff855fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>identify gaps in information that the FAA could fill through sharing agreements, partnerships, or other means that would add value during safety trend analysis;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff855fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff855fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff855ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>assess the capabilities of the FAA, including analysis systems and workforce skillsets, to analyze relevant data and information to make informed decisions;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85600-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><chapeau>review data and information for proper storage, identification controls, and data privacy—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85601-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>as required by law; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85602-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>consistent with best practices for data collection, storage, and use;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1078">138 STAT. 1078</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85603-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>review the format of such data and identify methods to improve the usefulness of such data;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85604-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff85605-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><chapeau>assess internal and external access to data for—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85606-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/7/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>appropriateness based on data type and level of detail;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85607-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/7/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>proper data access protocols and precautions; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85608-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/7/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>maximizing availability of safety-related data that could support the improvement of safety management systems of and trend identification by regulated entities and the FAA;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85609-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff8560a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><content>examine the collation and dissemination of data within offices and between offices of the FAA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff8560b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff8560c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff8560d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>review and recommend improvements to the data analysis techniques of the FAA; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff8560e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/c/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff8560f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff85610-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>recommend investments the Administrator should consider to better collect, manage, and analyze data sets, including within and between offices of the FAA.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff85611-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Access to Information</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall provide the qualified third-party organization or consortium and the experts described in subsection (b) with adequate access to safety and operational data collected by and held by the agency across all offices of the FAA, except if specific access is otherwise prohibited by law.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff85612-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff85613-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nondisclosure</inline>.—</heading><content>Prior to participating in the review, the Administrator shall ensure that each person participating in the evaluation under this section enters into an agreement with the Administrator in which the person shall be prohibited from disclosing at any time, except as required by law, to any person, foreign or domestic, any non-public information made accessible to the federally funded research and development center under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff85614-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff85615-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff85616-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The qualified third-party organization or consortium carrying out the evaluation under this section shall provide a report of the findings of the center to the Administrator and include recommendations to improve the FAA’s collection, collation, analysis, and use of aviation data, including recommendations to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85617-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>improve data access across offices within the FAA, as necessary, to support efficient execution of safety analysis and programs across such offices;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85618-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>improve data storage best practices;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff85619-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>develop or refine methods for collating data from multiple FAA and industry sources; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff8561a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/f/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>procure or use available analytics tools to draw conclusions and identify previously unrecognized trends or miscategorized risks in the aviation system, particularly when identification of such information requires the analysis of multiple sets of data from multiple sources.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff8561b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff8561c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff8561d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Implementation plan.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation of Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the receipt of the report under subsection (f), the Administrator shall review, develop an implementation plan, and, if appropriate, begin the implementation of the recommendations received in such report.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff8561e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff8561f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff85620-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review of Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>The qualified third-party organization or consortium that conducted the initial evaluation, and any experts who contributed to such evaluation pursuant to subsection (b)(1), shall provide regular feedback and advice to the <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1079">138 STAT. 1079</page> Administrator on the implementation plan developed under subsection (g) and any implementation activities for at least 2 years beginning on the date of the receipt of the report under subsection (f).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff85621-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the report described in subsection (f) and the implementation plan described in subsection (g).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff85622-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/j" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Existing Reporting Systems</inline>.—</heading><content>Consistent with section 132 of the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability Act (<ref href="/us/pl/116/260">Public Law 116–260</ref>), the Executive Director of the Transportation Research Board, in consultation with the Secretary and the Administrator, may further harmonize data and sources following the implementation of recommendations under subsection (g).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff85623-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s315/k" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="k">(k) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to permit the public disclosure of information submitted under a voluntary safety reporting program or that is otherwise protected under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44735">section 44735 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e10668" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="316">SEC. 316. </num><heading>WEATHER REPORTING SYSTEMS STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff91974-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a study to examine how to improve the procurement, functionality, and sustainability of weather reporting systems, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91975-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>automated weather observing systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91976-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>automated surface observing systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91977-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>visual weather observing systems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91978-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>non-Federal weather reporting systems.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff91979-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under section (a), the Comptroller General shall address—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff9197a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the current state of the supply chain related to weather reporting systems and the components of such systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff9197b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the average age of weather reporting systems infrastructure installed in the national airspace system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff9197c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/b/3" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>challenges to maintaining and <amendingAction type="substitute">replacing</amendingAction> weather reporting systems, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff9197d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>root causes of weather reporting system outages, including failures of such systems, and supporting systems such as telecommunications infrastructure; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff9197e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the degree to which such outages affect weather reporting in the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff9197f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>mitigation measures to maintain aviation safety during such an outage; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91980-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>alternative means of obtaining weather elements at airports, including wind direction, wind speed, barometric pressure setting, and cloud coverage, including visibility.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff91981-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall consult with the appropriate stakeholders and Federal agencies involved in installing, managing, and supporting weather reporting systems in the national airspace system.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff91982-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91983-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress and the Committee <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1080">138 STAT. 1080</page> on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report describing the results of the study conducted under subsection (a).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91984-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General shall include in the report submitted under paragraph (1) recommendations for—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91985-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>ways to improve the resiliency and redundancy of weather reporting systems;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff91986-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>alternative means of compliance for obtaining weather elements at airports; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff94097-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>if necessary, changes to Orders of the Administration, including the following:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff94098-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/d/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>Surface Weather Observing, Joint Order 7900.5.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yaff94099-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s316/d/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>Notices to Air Missions, Joint Order 7930.2.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e10816" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="317">SEC. 317. </num><heading>GAO STUDY ON EXPANSION OF THE FAA WEATHER CAMERA PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff98eba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study on the feasibility and benefits and costs of expanding the Weather Camera Program of the FAA to locations in the United States that lack weather camera services.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff98ebb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaff98ebc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff98ebd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the potential effects of the existing Weather Camera Program on weather-related aviation accidents and flight interruptions;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff98ebe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the potential benefits and costs associated with expanding the Weather Camera Program;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff98ebf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>limitations on the real-time access of weather camera information by pilots and aircraft operators;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff98ec0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>non-safety related regulatory structures or barriers to the allowable use of weather camera information for the purposes of aircraft operations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff98ec1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>limitations of existing weather camera systems at the time of the study;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff98ec2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>alternative sources of viable weather data;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff98ec3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>funding mechanisms for weather camera installation and operations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaff98ec4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/b/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>other considerations the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaff98ec5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s317/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 28 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e10892" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="318">SEC. 318. </num><heading>AUDIT ON AVIATION SAFETY IN ERA OF WIRELESS CONNECTIVITY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffa5216-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffa5217-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall initiate an audit of the FAA’s internal processes and procedures to communicate the position of civil aviation operators and the safety of the national airspace system to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration regarding proposed spectrum reallocations or auction decisions.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffa5218-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assessment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the audit described in subsection (a), the inspector general shall assess best practices and policy recommendations for the FAA to—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1081">138 STAT. 1081</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5219-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>improve internal processes by which proposed spectrum reallocations or auctions are thoroughly reviewed in advance to ensure that any comments or technical concerns regarding aviation safety from civil aviation stakeholders are communicated to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration that are to be submitted to the Federal Communications Commission;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa521a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>develop internal processes and procedures to assess the effects a proposed spectrum reallocation or auction may have on the national airspace system in a timely manner to ensure safety of the national airspace system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa521b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>improve external communication processes to better inform civil aviation stakeholders, including owners and operators of civil aircraft, on any comments or technical concerns of the FAA relating to a proposed spectrum reallocation or auction that may impact the national airspace system; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa521c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>better communicate to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration when a proposed spectrum reallocation or auction may pose a potential risk to aviation safety.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffa521d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffa521e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Stakeholder Views</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the audit pursuant to subsection (a), the inspector general shall consult with relevant stakeholders, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa521f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5220-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>manufacturers of aircraft and aircraft components;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5221-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>wireless communication carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5222-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>labor unions representing pilots;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5223-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>air traffic system safety specialists;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5224-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>other representatives of the communications industry;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5225-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>aviation safety experts;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5226-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>the National Telecommunications and Information Administration; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa5227-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/c/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>the Federal Communications Commission.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffa5228-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffa5229-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffa522a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date on which the audit is conducted pursuant to subsection (a), the inspector general shall complete and submit a report on findings and recommendations to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa522b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the Administrator;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa522c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the appropriate committees of Congress; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffa522d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s318/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11032" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="319">SEC. 319. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffa793e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>SAFETY DATA ANALYSIS FOR AIRCRAFT WITHOUT TRANSPONDERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffac75f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, shall collect and analyze data relating to accidents and incidents involving covered exempt aircraft that occurred within 30 nautical miles of an airport.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffac760-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The analysis required under subsection (a) shall include, with respect to covered exempt aircraft, a review of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffac761-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>incident and accident data since 2006 involving—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffac762-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>midair events, including collisions;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffac763-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>ground proximity warning system alerts;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1082">138 STAT. 1082</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffac764-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>traffic collision avoidance system alerts; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffac765-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>a loss of separation or near miss; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffac766-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the causes of the incidents and accidents described in paragraphs (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffac767-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the analysis required under subsection (a) and, if applicable, recommendations on how to reduce the number of incidents and accidents associated with such covered exempt aircraft.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffac768-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s319/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered Exempt Aircraft Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>covered exempt aircraft</term>” means aircraft, balloons, and gliders exempt from air traffic control transponder and altitude reporting equipment and use requirements under part 91.215(b)(3) of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11113" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="320">SEC. 320. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffac769-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44737">49 USC 44737 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CRASH-RESISTANT FUEL SYSTEMS IN ROTORCRAFT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffb3c9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3c9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reviews.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall task the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3c9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>review the data analysis conducted and the recommendations developed by the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee Rotorcraft Occupant Protection Working Group of the Administration;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3c9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3c9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><chapeau>update the 2018 report of such working group on rotorcraft occupant protection by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3c9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3ca0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3ca1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>reviewing National Transportation Safety Board data from 2016 through 2023 on post-crash fires in helicopter accidents; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3ca2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3ca3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determining whether and to what extent crash-resistant fuel systems could have prevented fatalities in the accidents covered by the data reviewed under subparagraph (A); and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3ca4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3ca5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3ca6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>develop recommendations for either the Administrator or the helicopter industry to encourage helicopter owners and operators to expedite the installation of crash-resistant fuel systems in the aircraft of such owners and operators regardless of original certification and manufacture date.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffb3ca7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3ca8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Schedule</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3ca9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the Administrator tasks the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee under subsection (a), the Committee shall submit the recommendations developed under subsection (a)(2) to the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3caa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If applicable, and not later than 180 days after receiving the recommendations under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3cab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb3cac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><content>begin implementing, as appropriate, any safety recommendations the Administrator receives from the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee, and brief the appropriate committees of Congress on any recommendations the Administrator does not implement; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffb3cad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s320/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>partner with the United States Helicopter Safety Team, as appropriate, to facilitate implementation of any recommendations for the helicopter industry pursuant to subsection (a)(2).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1083">138 STAT. 1083</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11221" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s321" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="321">SEC. 321. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb63be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb63bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REDUCING TURBULENCE-RELATED INJURIES ON PART 121 AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffb8ad0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s321/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb8ad1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffb8ad2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall review the recommendations made by the Chair of the National Transportation Safety Board to the Administrator contained in the safety research report titled “Preventing Turbulence-Related Injuries in Air Carrier Operations Conducted Under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 121”, issued on August 10, 2021 (NTSB/SS–21/01) and provide a briefing to the appropriate committees of Congress with any planned actions in response to the recommendations of the report.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffbb1e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s321/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall implement, as appropriate, the recommendations in the safety research report described in subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffbb1e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s321/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffbb1e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s321/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after completing the review under subsection (a), and every 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the implementation status of the recommendations in the safety research report described in subsection (a) until the earlier of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffbb1e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s321/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the date on which such recommendations have been adopted or adjudicated as described in paragraph (2); or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffbb1e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s321/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the date that is 10 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffbb1e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s321/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator decides not to implement a recommendation in the safety research report described in subsection (a), the Administrator shall provide, as a part of the report required under paragraph (1), a description of why the Administrator did not implement such recommendation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11292" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s322" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="322">SEC. 322. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffbb1e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>STUDY ON RADIATION EXPOSURE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffbd8fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s322/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffbd8fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall seek to enter into appropriate arrangements with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine under which the National Research Council of the National Academies shall conduct a study on radiation exposure to crewmembers onboard various aircraft types operated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffbd8fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s322/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope of Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffbd8fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote>In conducting the study under subsection (a), the National Research Council shall assess—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffc000e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s322/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>radiation concentrations in such aircraft at takeoff, in-flight at high altitudes, and upon landing;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffc000f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s322/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the health risks and impact of radiation exposure to crewmembers onboard aircraft operating at high altitudes; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffc0010-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s322/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>mitigation measures to prevent and reduce the health and safety impacts of radiation exposure to crewmembers.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffc0011-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s322/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 16 months after the initiation of the study required under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the study conducted by the National Research Council pursuant to this section.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1084">138 STAT. 1084</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11357" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="323">SEC. 323. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffc0012-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>STUDY ON IMPACTS OF TEMPERATURE IN AIRCRAFT CABINS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffc4d33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffc4d34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall seek to enter into appropriate arrangements with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine under which the National Academies shall conduct a 1-year study on the health and safety impacts of unsafe cabin temperature with respect to passengers and crewmembers during each season in which the study is conducted.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffc4d35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffc4d36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffc4d37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote>In conducting the study required under paragraph (1), the National Academies shall review existing standards produced by recognized industry organizations on safe air temperatures and humidity levels in enclosed environments, including onboard aircraft, and evaluate the validity of such standards as it relates to aircraft cabin temperatures.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffc4d38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the study required under paragraph (1), the National Academies shall consult with the Civil Aerospace Medical Institute of the FAA, air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, relevant Federal agencies, and any applicable aviation labor organizations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffc4d39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffc4d3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffc4d3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffc4d3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to secretary</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date on which the study under subsection (a) is completed, the National Academies shall submit to the Secretary a report on the results of such study, including any recommendations determined appropriate by the National Academies.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffc4d3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date on which the National Academies submits the report under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report describing the results of the study required under subsection (a), including any recommendations for further action determined appropriate by the Secretary.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffc4d3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s323/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered Aircraft Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>covered aircraft</term>” means an aircraft operated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11454" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="324">SEC. 324. </num><heading>LITHIUM–ION POWERED WHEELCHAIRS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffcc26f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffcc270-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffcc271-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reviews.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffcc272-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffcc273-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall task the Air Carrier Access Act Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the “Committee”) to conduct a review of regulations related to lithium–ion battery powered wheelchairs and mobility aids on commercial aircraft and provide recommendations to the Secretary to ensure safe transport of such wheelchairs and mobility aids in air transportation.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffcc274-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review required under subsection (a), the Committee shall consider the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffcc275-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Any existing or necessary standards for lithium–ion batteries, including casings or other similar components, in such wheelchairs and mobility aids.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffcc276-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The availability of necessary containment or storage devices, including fire containment covers or fire-resistant storage containers, for such wheelchairs and mobility aids.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1085">138 STAT. 1085</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffcc277-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The policies of each air carrier (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) pertaining to lithium–ion battery powered wheelchairs and mobility aids (as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffce988-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Any other considerations the Secretary determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffce989-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the review required under subsection (a), the Committee shall consult with the Administrator of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffce98a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffce98b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the review conducted under subsection (a), the Committee shall notify the Secretary if an air carrier does not have a policy pertaining to lithium–ion battery powered wheelchairs and mobility aids in effect.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffce98c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall notify an air carrier described in paragraph (1) of the status of such air carrier.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffce98d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after submission of the recommendations to the Secretary, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress any recommendations under subsection (a), in the form of a report.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffce98e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s324/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffce98f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffce990-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall publish the report required under subsection (e) on the public website of the Department of Transportation.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11573" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="325">SEC. 325. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffce991-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NATIONAL SIMULATOR PROGRAM POLICIES AND GUIDANCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffd5ec2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall review relevant policies and guidance, including all advisory circulars, information bulletins, and directives, pertaining to <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt60">part 60 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffd5ec3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Updates</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the review required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall, at a minimum, update relevant policies and guidance, including all advisory circulars, information bulletins, and directives, pertaining to <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt60">part 60 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffd5ec4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the review required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall convene and consult with entities required to comply with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt60">part 60 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, including representatives of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd5ec5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>air carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd5ec6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>flight schools certificated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt141">part 141 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd5ec7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>training centers certificated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt142">part 142 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd5ec8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>manufacturers and suppliers of flight simulation training devices (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt1">part 1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and Appendix F to part 60 of such title).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffd5ec9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">GAO Study on FAA National Simulator Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd5eca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffd5ecb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall conduct a study on the National Simulator Program of the FAA that is part of the Training and Simulation Group of the Air Transportation Division.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd85dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffd85dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under paragraph (1), the Comptroller General shall, at a minimum, assess—</chapeau><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1086">138 STAT. 1086</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd85de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>how the program described in paragraph (1) is maintained to reflect and account for advancement in technologies pertaining to flight simulation training devices (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt1">part 1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and appendix F to part 60 of such title);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd85df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the staffing levels, critical competencies, and skills gaps of FAA personnel responsible for carrying out and supporting the program described in paragraph (1); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd85e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>how the program described in paragraph (1) engages air carriers and relevant industry stakeholders, including flight schools, to ensure efficient compliance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt60">part 60 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffd85e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s325/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings of the study conducted under paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11721" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s326" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="326">SEC. 326. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffd85e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading>BRIEFING ON AGRICULTURAL APPLICATION APPROVAL TIMING.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 240 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the amount of time the application approval process takes for agricultural aircraft operations under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt137">part 137 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e11734" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s327" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="327">SEC. 327. </num><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING SAFETY AND SECURITY OF AVIATION INFRASTRUCTURE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  It is the sense of Congress that aviation provides essential services critical to the United States economy and that it is important to ensure the safety and security of aviation infrastructure and protect such infrastructure from unlawful breaches with appropriate legal safeguards.</content></section> <section id="d9133e11741" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s328" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="328">SEC. 328. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffd85e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RESTRICTED CATEGORY AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Administrator shall have sole regulatory and oversight jurisdiction over the maintenance and operations of aircraft owned by civilian operators and type-certificated in the restricted category under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.25">section 21.25 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e11757" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="329">SEC. 329. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffdacf4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffdacf5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRCRAFT INTERCHANGE AGREEMENT LIMITATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffdfb16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall conduct a study of foreign interchange agreements.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffdfb17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall address the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffdfb18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Methods for updating regulations under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121.569">part 121.569 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for foreign interchange agreements.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffdfb19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Time limits for foreign aircraft interchange agreements.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffdfb1a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Minimum breaks between foreign aircraft interchange agreements.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffdfb1b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Limits for no more than 1 foreign aircraft interchange agreement between 2 airlines.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yaffdfb1c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Limits for no more than 2 foreign aircraft on the interchange agreement.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1087">138 STAT. 1087</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffdfb1d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the study required under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffdfb1e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s329/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Based on the results of the study required under subsection (a), the Administrator may, if appropriate, update the relevant sections of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e11842" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="330">SEC. 330. </num><heading>TASK FORCE ON HUMAN FACTORS IN AVIATION SAFETY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafffa8cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffa8d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, and notwithstanding section 127 of the Aircraft Certification Safety and Accountability Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44513">49 U.S.C. 44513 note</ref>), the Administrator shall convene a task force on human factors in aviation safety (in this section referred to as the “Task Force”).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafffa8d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffa8d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Members</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall appoint members of the Task Force—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>that have expertise in an operational or academic discipline that is relevant to the analysis of human errors in aviation, which may include air carrier operations, line pilot expertise, air traffic control, technical operations, aeronautical information, aircraft maintenance and mechanics psychology, linguistics, human-machine integration, general aviation operations, and organizational behavior and culture;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>that sufficiently represent all relevant operational or academic disciplines described in subparagraph (A);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>with expertise on human factors but whose experience and training are not in aviation and who have not previously been engaged in work related to the FAA or the aviation industry;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>that are representatives of pilot labor organizations and certificated mechanic labor organizations;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>that are employees of the FAA that have expertise in safety; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/1/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>that are employees of other Federal agencies with expertise on human factors.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Number of members</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In appointing members under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall ensure that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>at least half of the members appointed have expertise in aviation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>at least one member appointed represents an exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>3 members are employees of the FAA and 1 member is an employee of the National Transportation Safety Board.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Voting</inline>.—</heading><content>The members described in paragraph (2)(C) shall be non-voting members of the Task Force.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafffa8df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duration</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Members of the Task Force shall be appointed for the duration of the Task Force.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Length of existence</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1088">138 STAT. 1088</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Task Force shall have an initial duration of 2 years.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Option</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffa8e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Extension. </p></sidenote>The Administrator may extend the duration of the Task Force for an additional period of up to 2 years.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafffa8e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In coordination with the Research, Engineering, and Development Advisory Committee, the Task Force shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffa8e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><chapeau>not later than the date on which the duration of the Task Force expires under subsection (c), produce a written report in which the Task Force—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>to the greatest extent possible, identifies the most significant human factors and the relative contribution of such factors to aviation safety risk;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>identifies new research priorities for research in human factors in aviation safety;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>reviews existing products by other working groups related to human factors in aviation safety including the work of the Commercial Aviation Safety Team pertaining to flight crew responses to abnormal events;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>provides recommendations on potential revisions to any FAA regulations and guidance pertaining to the certification of aircraft under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt25">part 25 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, including sections related to presumed pilot response times and assumptions about the reliability of pilot performance during unexpected, stressful events;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>reviews rules, regulations, or standards regarding flight crew and maintenance personnel rest and fatigue that are used by a sample of international air carriers, including rules, regulations, or standards determined to be more stringent and less stringent than the current standards pertaining to air carriers (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>), and identifies risks to the national airspace system from any variation in such rules, regulations, or standards across countries;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>reviews pilot training requirements and recommends any revisions necessary to ensure adequate understanding of automated systems on aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>reviews approach and landing misalignment and makes any recommendations for reducing misalignment events;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>identifies ways to enhance instrument landing system maintenance schedules;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>determines how a real-time smart system should be developed to inform the air traffic control system, air carriers, and airports about any changes in the state of runway and taxiway lights and identifies how such real-time smart system could be connected to the maintenance system of the FAA;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/J" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="J">(J) </num><chapeau>analyzes, with respect to human errors related to aviation safety of air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/J/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>fatigue and distraction during critical phases of work among pilots or other aviation personnel;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/J/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>tasks and workload;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/J/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>organizational culture;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/J/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>communication among personnel;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1089">138 STAT. 1089</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/J/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>adherence to safety procedures;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/J/vi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">(vi) </num><content>mental state of personnel; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yafffa8f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/J/vii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">(vii) </num><content>any other relevant factors that are the cause or potential cause of human error related to aviation safety;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd009-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/K" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="K">(K) </num><content>includes a tabulation of the number of accidents, incidents, or aviation safety database entries received in which an item identified under subparagraph (J) was a cause or potential cause of human error related to aviation safety; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd00a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/1/L" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="L">(L) </num><content>includes a list of causes or potential causes of human error related to aviation safety about which the Administrator believes additional information is needed; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd00b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffd00c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>if the Administrator extends the duration of the Task Force pursuant to subsection (c)(2)(B), not later than the date that is 2 years after the date on which the Task Force is established, produce an interim report containing the information described in paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafffd00d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Methodology</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffd00e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffd00f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffd010-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote>In carrying out the duties under subparagraphs (J) through (L) of subsection (d)(1), the Task Force shall consult with the National Transportation Safety Board and use all available data compiled and analysis conducted on safety incidents and irregularities collected during the relevant fiscal year from the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd011-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Flight Operations Quality Assurance.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd012-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Aviation Safety Action Program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd013-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd014-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The Aviation Safety Reporting System.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd015-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/e/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Aviation safety recommendations and investigation findings of the National Transportation Safety Board.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yafffd016-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/e/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Other relevant programs or sources.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yafffd017-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s330/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consistency</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to require changes to, or duplication of, work as required by section 127 of the Aircraft Certification Safety and Accountability Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44513">49 U.S.C. 44513 note</ref>).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e12201" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s331" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="331">SEC. 331. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffd018-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xafffd019-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 USC 40103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>UPDATE OF FAA STANDARDS TO ALLOW DISTRIBUTION AND USE OF CERTAIN RESTRICTED ROUTES AND TERMINAL PROCEDURES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffff72a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s331/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 9 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall update FAA standards to allow for the distribution and use of the Capstone Restricted Routes and Terminal Procedures by Wide Area Augmentation System-capable navigation equipment.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yaffff72b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s331/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>In updating standards under subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that such standards provide a means for allowing modifications and continued development of new routes and procedures proposed by air carriers operating such routes.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e12231" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="332">SEC. 332. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xaffff72c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44720">49 USC 44720 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ASOS/AWOS SERVICE REPORT DASHBOARD.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb000454d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The applicable Administrators shall work in collaboration to collect the real-time service status of all automated surface observation systems/automated weather observing systems (in this section referred to as “ASOS/AWOS”).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb000454e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Availability of Results</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1090">138 STAT. 1090</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb000454f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0004550-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0004551-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this section, the applicable Administrators shall make available on a publicly available website the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0004552-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The service status of all ASOS/AWOS.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0004553-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0004554-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Timeline. </p></sidenote>Information on any actions to repair or replace ASOS/AWOS that are out of service due to technical or weather-related events, including an estimated timeline to return the systems to service.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0004555-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>A portal on such publicly available website for the public to report ASOS/AWOS outages.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0004556-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Data files</inline>.—</heading><content>The applicable Administrators shall make available the underlying data required under paragraph (1) for each ASOS/AWOS in a machine-readable format.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0004557-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0004558-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definition.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Applicable Administrators</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>applicable Administrators</term>” means—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0004559-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the Administrator of the FAA; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb000455a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s332/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e12325" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="333">SEC. 333. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0006c6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>HELICOPTER SAFETY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb000ba8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb000ba8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb000ba8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb000ba8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb000ba90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall task the Investigative Technologies Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the “Committee”) with reviewing and assessing the need for changes to the safety requirements related to flight data recorders, flight data monitoring, and terrain awareness and warning systems for turbine-powered rotorcraft certificated for 6 or more passenger seats.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb000ba91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In reviewing and assessing the safety requirements under subsection (a), the Committee shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb000ba92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>any applicable safety recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb000ba93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the operational requirements and safety considerations for operations under parts 121 and 135 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb000ba94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report and Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after initiating the review and assessment under this section, the Committee shall submit to the Administrator—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb000ba95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a report on the findings of the review and assessment under subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb000ba96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any recommendations for legislative or regulatory action to improve safety that the Committee determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb000ba97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 30 days after the date on which the Committee submits the report under subsection (c), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb000ba98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the findings and recommendations included in such report; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb000ba99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s333/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any plan to implement such recommendations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e12412" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s334" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="334">SEC. 334. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb000ba9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>REVIEW AND INCORPORATION OF HUMAN READINESS LEVELS INTO AGENCY GUIDANCE MATERIAL.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00108bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s334/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Findings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Congress finds that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00108bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s334/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>proper attention to human factors during the development of technological systems is a significant factor in minimizing or preventing human error;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1091">138 STAT. 1091</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00108bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s334/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the evaluation of a new aviation technology or system with respect to human use throughout its design and development may reduce human error when such technologies and systems are used in operational conditions; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0012fce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s334/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the technical standard of the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society titled “Human Readiness Level Scale in the System Development Process” (ANSI/HFES 400–2021) defines the 9 levels of a Human Readiness Level scale and their application in systems engineering and human systems integration processes.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0012fcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s334/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0012fd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate a process to review the technical standard described in subsection (a)(3) and determine whether any materials from such standard should be incorporated or referenced in agency procedures and guidance material in order to enhance safety in relation to human factors.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0012fd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s334/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out subsection (b), the Administrator may consult with subject matter experts from the Human Factors and Ergonomics Society affiliated with such technical standard or other relevant stakeholders.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0012fd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s334/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the progress of the review required under subsection (b).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e12479" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="335">SEC. 335. </num><heading>SERVICE DIFFICULTY REPORTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb001a503-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter through 2027, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on compliance with requirements relating to service difficulty reports during the preceding year.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb001a504-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall include in the briefing required under subsection (a) information relating to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a505-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>operators required to comply with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s121.703">section 121.703 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a506-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>approval or certificate holders required to comply with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s183.63">section 183.63 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a507-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>FAA offices that investigate service difficulty reports, as documented in the following FAA Orders (and any subsequent revisions of such orders):</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a508-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>FAA Order 8900.1A, titled “Flight Standards Information Management System” and issued on October 27, 2022.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a509-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>FAA Order 8120.23A, titled “Certificate Management of Production Approval Holders” and issued on March 6, 2017.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a50a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>FAA Order 8110.107B, titled “Monitor Safety/Analyze Data” and issued on October 13, 2023.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb001a50b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall include in the briefing required under subsection (a) the following information with respect to the year preceding the year in which the briefing is provided:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a50c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>An identification of categories of service difficulties reported.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a50d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>An identification of service difficulties for which repeated reports are made.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1092">138 STAT. 1092</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a50e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>A general description of the causes of all service difficulty reports, as determined by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a50f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>A description of actions taken by, or required by, the Administrator to address identified causes of service difficulties.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb001a510-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s335/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>A description of violations of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, related to service difficulty reports and any actions taken by the Administrator in response to such violations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e12582" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="336">SEC. 336. </num><heading>CONSISTENT AND TIMELY PILOT CHECKS FOR AIR CARRIERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0026861-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment of Working Group</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0026862-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0026863-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0026864-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0026865-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0026866-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies.</p></sidenote>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, unless the requirements of this section are assigned to working groups under subsection (b)(2), the Administrator shall establish a working group for purposes of reviewing and evaluating all regulations and policies related to check airmen and authorized check airmen for air carrier operations conducted under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0026867-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026868-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The working group established under this section shall include, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026869-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>employees of the FAA who serve as check airmen;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb002686a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>representatives of air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb002686b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>industry associations representing such air carriers.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb002686c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Existing working group</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator may assign the duties described in subsection (c) to an existing FAA working group if—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb002686d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>such working group includes representatives from the list of required members under paragraph (1); or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb002686e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the membership of such existing working group can be modified to include representatives from the list of required members under paragraph (1).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb002686f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A working group shall review, evaluate, and make recommendations on the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026870-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Methods by which authorized check airmen for air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, are selected, trained, and approved by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026871-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Staffing and utilization rates of authorized check airmen by such air carriers.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026872-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0026873-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote>Differences in qualification standards applied to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026874-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>employees of the FAA who serve as check airmen; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026875-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>authorized check airmen of such air carriers.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026876-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Methods to harmonize the qualification standards between authorized check airmen and employees of the FAA who serve as check airmen.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026877-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Methods to improve the training and qualification of authorized check airmen.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026878-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Prior recommendations made by FAA advisory committees or working groups regarding check airmen functions.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0026879-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>Petitions for rulemaking submitted to the FAA regarding check airmen functions.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb002687a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0028f8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Administrator tasks a working group with the duties described in subsection (c), the Administrator shall brief <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1093">138 STAT. 1093</page> the appropriate committees of Congress on the progress and recommendations of the working group and the efforts of the Administrator to implement such recommendations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0028f8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s336/e" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorized Check Airman Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>authorized check airman</term>” means an individual employed by an air carrier that meets the qualifications and training requirements of sections 135.337 and 135.339 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and is approved to evaluate and certify the knowledge and skills of pilots employed by such air carrier.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e12758" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s337" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="337">SEC. 337. </num><heading>FLIGHT SERVICE STATIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44514">Section 44514 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and the item relating to such section in the analysis for chapter 445 of such title <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0028f8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0028f8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44501.</p></sidenote>are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e12777" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="338">SEC. 338. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0028f8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0028f90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0028f91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TARMAC OPERATIONS MONITORING STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00304c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director of the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, in consultation with relevant offices within the Office of the Secretary and the FAA (as determined by the Secretary), shall conduct a study to explore the capture, storage, analysis, and feasibility of monitoring ground source data at airports.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00304c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Objectives</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The objectives of the study conducted under subsection (a) shall include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00304c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Determining the current state of ground source data coverage at airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00304c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Understanding the technology requirements for monitoring ground movements at airports through sensors, receivers, or other technologies.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00304c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Conducting data collection through a pilot program established under subsection (c) and collecting ground-based tarmac delay statistics.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00304c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00304c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0032bd9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>Performing an evaluation and feasibility analysis of potential system-level tarmac operations monitoring solutions.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0032bda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Pilot Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0032bdb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0032bdc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director shall establish a pilot program to collect data and develop ground-based tarmac delay statistics or other relevant statistics with respect to airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0032bdd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The pilot program established under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0032bde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>include up to 6 airports that the Director determines reflect a diversity of factors, including geography, size, and air traffic;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0032bdf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0032be0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Termination date.</p></sidenote><content>terminate not more than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0032be1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0032be2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidelines.</p></sidenote>be subject to any guidelines issued by the Director.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0032be3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s338/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0032be4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0032be5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director shall publish the results of the study conducted under subsection (a) and the pilot program established under subsection (c) on a publicly available website.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e12899" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s339" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="339">SEC. 339. </num><heading>IMPROVED SAFETY IN RURAL AREAS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0037a06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s339/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0037a07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44720">49 USC 44720 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 322 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1094">138 STAT. 1094</page> <quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb003ef38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="322">“SEC. 322. </num><heading class="fontsize12">IMPROVED SAFETY IN RURAL AREAS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb003ef39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall permit an air carrier operating pursuant to <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>to operate under instrument flight rules (in this section referred to as ‘IFR’) to a destination in a noncontiguous State that has a published instrument approach but does not have a Meteorological Aerodrome Report (in this section referred to as ‘METAR’); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau>to conduct an instrument approach at such destination if—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>a current Area Forecast, supplemented by noncertified destination weather observations (such as weather cameras and other noncertified observations), is available, and, at the time of departure, the combination of the Area Forecast and noncertified observation indicates that weather is expected to be at or above approach minimums upon arrival;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>prior to commencing an approach, the air carrier has a means to communicate to the pilot of the aircraft whether the destination weather observation is either at or above minimums for the approach to be flown; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>in the event the destination weather observation is below such minimums, a suitable alternate airport that has a METAR is specified in the IFR flight plan.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb003ef3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application Template</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb003ef41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p></sidenote>The Administrator shall develop an application template with standardized, specific approval criteria to enable FAA inspectors to objectively evaluate the application of an air carrier to operate in the manner described in subsection (a).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The template required under paragraph (1) shall include a place in such template for an air carrier to describe—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>how any non-certified human observations will be conducted; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau>how such observations will be communicated—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>to air carriers prior to dispatch; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>to pilots prior to approach.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Response to application</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timeline</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall ensure—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>that the Administrator has the ability to respond to an application of an air carrier not later than 30 days after receipt of such application; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>in the event the Administrator cannot respond within 30 days, that the Administrator informs the air carrier of the expected response time with respect to the application of the air carrier.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb003ef4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rejection</inline>.—</heading><content>In the event that the Administrator rejects an application of an air carrier, the Administrator shall inform the air carrier of the specific criteria that were the cause for rejection.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb003ef4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s339/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb003ef4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44720">49 USC 44720 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by this section shall take effect on the date that is 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1095">138 STAT. 1095</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e13077" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s340" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="340">SEC. 340. </num><heading>STUDY ON FAA USE OF MANDATORY EQUAL ACCESS TO JUSTICE ACT WAIVERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0043d6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s340/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study on the use of waivers of rights by the Administrator that may arise under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s504">section 504 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, or <ref href="/us/usc/t28/s2412">section 2412 of title 28, United States Code</ref>, as a condition for the settlement of any proceedings to amend, modify, suspend, or revoke an airman certificate or to impose a civil penalty on a flight engineer, mechanic, pilot, or repairman (or an individual acting in the capacity of such engineer, mechanic, pilot, or repairman).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0043d6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s340/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0043d70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s340/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the frequency of the use of waivers by the Administrator described in this section;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0043d71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s340/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the benefits and consequences of the use of such waivers to both the Administrator and the certificate holder; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0043d72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s340/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the effects of a prohibition on using such waivers.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0043d73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s340/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cooperation With Study</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall cooperate with any requests for information by Comptroller General to complete the study required under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0043d74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s340/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0043d75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0043d76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the results of the study conducted under subsection (a), including recommendations for any legislation and administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e13146" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s341" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="341">SEC. 341. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0043d77-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0043d78-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0043d79-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Virginia.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRPORT AIR SAFETY.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Administrator shall seek to enter into appropriate arrangements with a qualified third-party entity to evaluate whether poor air quality inside the Washington Dulles International Airport passenger terminal negatively affects passengers.</content></section> <section id="d9133e13160" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="342">SEC. 342. </num><heading>DON YOUNG ALASKA AVIATION SAFETY INITIATIVE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb005c31a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">Chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb00749bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44745">“§ 44745.</num><heading class="fontsize12"> <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00749bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44745">49 USC 44745</ref>.</p></sidenote>Don Young Alaska Aviation Safety Initiative</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00749bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall redesignate the FAA Alaska Aviation Safety Initiative of the Administration as the Don Young Alaska Aviation Safety Initiative (in this section referred to as the ‘Initiative’), under which the Administrator shall carry out the provisions of this section and take such other actions as the Administrator determines appropriate to improve aviation safety in Alaska and covered locations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00749be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Objective</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The objective of the Initiative shall be to work cooperatively with aviation stakeholders and other stakeholders towards the goal of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>reducing the rate of fatal aircraft accidents in Alaska and covered locations by 90 percent from 2019 to 2033; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>by January 1, 2033, eliminating fatal accidents of aircraft operated by an air carrier that operates under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00749c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Leadership</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1096">138 STAT. 1096</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00749c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Designation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall designate the Regional Administrator for the Alaskan Region of the Administration to serve as the Director of the Initiative.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered locations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall select a designee within the Aviation Safety Organization to implement relevant requirements of this section in covered locations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting chain</inline>.—</heading><content>In all matters relating to the Initiative, the Director of the Initiative shall report directly to the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director of the Initiative shall coordinate with the heads of other offices and lines of business of the Administration, including the other regional administrators, to carry out the Initiative.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00749c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00749c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines. </p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Automated Weather Systems</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall ensure, to the greatest extent practicable, that a covered automated weather system is installed and operated at each covered airport not later than December 31, 2030.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiver</inline>.—</heading><content>In complying with the requirement under paragraph (1), the Administrator may waive any positive benefit-cost ratio requirement for the installation and operation of a covered automated weather system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00749cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Timeline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the installation timeline of a covered automated weather system at a covered airport pursuant to this subsection, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00749ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>coordinate and consult with the governments with jurisdiction over Alaska and covered locations, covered airports, air carriers operating in Alaska or covered locations, private pilots based in Alaska or a covered location, and such other members of the aviation community in Alaska or covered locations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>prioritize early installation at covered airports that would enable the greatest number of instrument flight rule operations by air carriers operating under part 121 or 135 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reliability</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Pertaining to both Federal and non-Federal systems in Alaska, the Administrator shall be responsible for ensuring—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>the reliability of covered automated weather systems; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the availability of weather information from such systems.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Specifications</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00749d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote>The Administrator shall establish data availability and equipment reliability specifications for covered automated weather systems.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">System reliability and restoration plan</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this section, the Administrator shall establish an automated weather system reliability and restoration plan for Alaska. Such plan shall document the Administrator’s strategy for ensuring covered automated weather system reliability, including the availability of weather information from such system, and for restoring service in as little time as possible.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Telecommunications or other failures</inline>.—</heading><content>If a covered automated weather system in Alaska is unable <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1097">138 STAT. 1097</page> to broadly disseminate weather information due to a telecommunications failure or a failure other than an equipment failure, the Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to restore the full functionality and connectivity of the covered automated weather system. The Administrator shall take actions under this subparagraph with the same urgency as the Administrator would take an action to repair a covered automated weather system equipment failure or data fidelity issue.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reliability data</inline>.—</heading><content>In tabulating data relating to the operational status of covered automated weather systems (including individually or collectively), the Administrator may not consider a covered automated weather system that is functioning nominally but is unable to broadly disseminate weather information telecommunications failure or a failure other than an equipment failure as functioning reliably.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Inventory</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Maintenance improvements</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00749db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, the Administrator shall identify and implement reasonable alternative actions to improve maintenance of FAA-owned weather observing systems that experience frequent service outages, including associated surface communication outages, at covered airports.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00749dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Spare parts availability</inline>.—</heading><content>The actions identified by the Administrator in clause (i) shall improve spare parts availability, including consideration of storage of more spare parts in the region in which the systems are located.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice of outages</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, the Administrator shall update FAA Order 7930.2 Notices to Air Missions, or any successive order, to incorporate weather system outages for automated weather observing systems and automated surface observing systems associated with Service A Outages at covered airports.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Visual weather observation system</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deployment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, the Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00749e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>deploy visual weather observation systems;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00749e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>ensure that such systems are capable of meeting the definition of a covered automated weather system in Alaska; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00749e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>develop standard operation specifications for visual weather operation systems.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00749e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Modification of specifications</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon the request of an aircraft operator, the Administrator shall issue or modify the standard operation specifications for visual weather observation systems developed under subparagraph (A) to allow such systems to be used to satisfy the requirements for supplemental noncertified local <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1098">138 STAT. 1098</page> weather observations under section 322 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00749e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Weather Cameras</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00770f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00770f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote>The Director shall continuously assess the state of the weather camera systems in Alaska and covered locations to ensure the operational sufficiency and reliability of such systems.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00770f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Director shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00770f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>accept applications from persons to install weather cameras; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00770f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00770fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote>consult with the governments with jurisdiction over Alaska and covered locations, covered airports, air carriers operating in Alaska or covered locations, private pilots based in Alaska or covered locations, and such other members of the aviation community in Alaska and covered locations as the Administrator determines appropriate to solicit additional locations at which to install and operate weather cameras.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00770fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Presumption</inline>.—</heading><content>Unless the Director has clear and compelling evidence to the contrary, the Director shall presume that the installation of a weather camera at a covered airport in Alaska, or that is recommended by a government with jurisdiction over a covered location, is cost beneficial and will improve aviation safety.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00770fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cooperation With Other Agencies</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall cooperate with the heads of other Federal or State agencies with responsibilities affecting aviation safety in Alaska and covered locations, including the collection and dissemination of weather data.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00770fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Surveillance and Communication</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00770fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Director shall take such actions as may be necessary to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00770ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>encourage and incentivize the equipage of aircraft that operate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, with automatic dependent surveillance and broadcast out equipment; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077100-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>improve aviation surveillance and communications in Alaska and covered locations.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077101-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0077102-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote>Not later than December 31, 2030, the Administrator shall ensure that automatic dependent surveillance and broadcast coverage is available at 5,000 feet above ground level throughout each covered location and Alaska.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077103-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiver</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall waive any positive benefit-cost ratio requirement for—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077104-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the installation and operation of equipment and facilities necessary to implement the requirement under paragraph (2); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077105-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the provision of additional ground-based transmitters for automatic dependent surveillance-broadcasts to provide a minimum operational network in Alaska along major flight routes.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077106-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Service areas</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director shall continuously identify additional automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast service areas in which the deployment of automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast receivers and equipment would improve aviation safety.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1099">138 STAT. 1099</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0077107-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Other Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director shall continue to build upon other initiatives recommended in the reports of the FAA Alaska Aviation Safety Initiative of the Administration published before the date of enactment of this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0077108-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077109-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007710a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007710b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote>Beginning on the date that is 1 year after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, and annually thereafter, the Administrator shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report on the Initiative, including an itemized description of how the Administration budget meets the goals of the Initiative.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007710c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Stakeholder comments</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director shall append stakeholder comments, organized by topic, to each report submitted under paragraph (1) in the same manner as appendix 3 of the report titled ‘FAA Alaska Aviation Safety Initiative FY21 Final Report’, dated September 30, 2021.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb007710d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">“(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007710e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007710f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077110-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the Administrator may, upon application from the government with jurisdiction over a covered airport and in coordination with the State or territory in which a covered airport is located, use amounts apportioned under subsection (d)(2)(B) or subsection (e) of section 47114 to carry out the Initiative; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077111-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the sponsor of a covered airport that receives an apportionment under subsection (d)(2)(A) or subsection (e) of section 47114 may use such apportionment for any purpose contained in this section.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077112-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Supplemental funding</inline>.—</heading><content>Out of amounts made available under section 106(k) and section 48101, not more than a total of $25,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028 is authorized to be expended to carry out the Initiative.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0077113-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="k">“(k) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077114-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered airport</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>covered airport</term>’ means an airport in Alaska or a covered location that is included in the national plan of integrated airport systems required under section 47103 and that has a status other than unclassified in such plan.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077115-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered automated weather system</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>covered automated weather system</term>’ means an automated or visual weather reporting facility that enables a pilot to begin an instrument procedure approach to an airport under section 91.1039 or 135.225 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0077116-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered location</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>covered location</term>’ means Hawaii, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Virgin Islands.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0077117-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="l">“(l) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conformity</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall conduct all activities required under this section in conformity with section 44720.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0077118-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Remote Positions</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40122/g">Section 40122(g) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0079829-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Remote positions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007982a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007982b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator determines that a covered position has not been filled after multiple <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1100">138 STAT. 1100</page> vacancy announcements and that there are unique circumstances affecting the ability of the Administrator to fill such position, the Administrator may consider, in consultation with the appropriate labor union, applicants for the covered position who apply under a vacancy announcement recruiting from the State or territory in which the position is based.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007982c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered position defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this paragraph, the term ‘<term>covered position</term>’ means a safety-critical position, to include personnel located at contract towers, based in Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, and the Virgin Islands.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb007982d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">GAO Study on Alaska Aviation Safety</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007982e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007982f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0079830-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote>examine the effectiveness of the Don Young Alaska Aviation Safety Initiative to improve aviation safety, service, and infrastructure; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0079831-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>identify challenges within the FAA to accomplishing safety improvements carried out under such Initiative.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0079832-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0079833-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the findings of the study under paragraph (1); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0079834-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0079835-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0079836-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0079837-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0079838-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Runway Length</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0079839-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>may not restrict funding made available under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471">chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, from being used at an airport in Alaska to rehabilitate, resurface, or reconstruct the full length and width of an existing runway within Alaska based solely on reduced current or forecasted aeronautical activity levels or critical design type standards;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007983a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>may not reject requests for runway projects at airports in Alaska if such projects address critical community needs, including projects—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007983b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>that support economic development by expanding a runway to meet new demands; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007983c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>that preserve the length of runways used by aircraft to deliver necessary cargo, including heating fuel and gasoline, for the community served by the airport; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007983d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007983e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007983f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>shall, not later than 60 days after receiving a request for a runway rehabilitation or reconstruction project at an airport in Alaska, review each such request on a case-by-case basis.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0079840-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation of NTSB Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0079841-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0079842-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to implement National Transportation Safety Board recommendations A–22–25 and A–22–26 (as contained in Aviation Investigation Report AIR–22–09, adopted November 16, 2022).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0079843-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>In taking actions under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall coordinate with the State of Alaska, <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1101">138 STAT. 1101</page> airports in Alaska, air carriers operating in Alaska, private pilots (including tour operators) based in Alaska, and such other members of the Alaska aviation community or other stakeholders as the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0079844-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s342/f" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0079845-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC </ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0079846-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44701. </p></sidenote><amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44745. </designator> <label>Don Young Alaska Aviation Safety Initiative.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e13993" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s343" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="343">SEC. 343. </num><heading>ACCOUNTABILITY AND COMPLIANCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb007bf57-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s343/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704/a">Section 44704(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007e668-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007e669-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Submission of data</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>When an applicant submits design data to the Administrator for a finding of compliance as part of an application for a type certificate, the applicant shall certify to the Administrator that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007e66a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the submitted design data demonstrates compliance with the applicable airworthiness standards; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb007e66b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>any airworthiness standards not complied with are compensated for by factors that provide an equivalent level of safety, as agreed upon by the Administrator.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb007e66c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s343/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007e66d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of Congress a briefing on the implementation of the certification requirement added by the amendment made by subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e14052" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s344" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="344">SEC. 344. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007e66e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb007e66f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 USC 44704 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CHANGED PRODUCT RULE REFORM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0083490-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s344/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0083491-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to revise <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.101">section 21.101 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to achieve the following objectives:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0083492-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s344/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>For any significant design change, as determined by the Administrator, to require that the exception related to impracticality under subsection (b)(3) of such section from the requirement to comply with the latest amendments of the applicable airworthiness standards in effect on the date of application for the change be approved only after providing public notice and opportunity to comment on such exception.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0083493-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s344/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>To ensure appropriate documentation of any exception or exemption from airworthiness requirements in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, as in effect on the date of application for the change.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0083494-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s344/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of Congress a briefing on the implementation by the FAA of the recommendations of the Changed Product Rule International Authorities Working Group, established for purposes of carrying out the requirements of section 117 of the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 U.S.C. 44704 note</ref>), including recommendations on harmonized changes and reforms regarding the impractical exception.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0083495-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s344/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a final rule based on the notice of proposed rulemaking issued under subsection (a).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1102">138 STAT. 1102</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0083496-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s344/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0083497-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0083498-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning in 2025 and annually thereafter through 2028, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress an annual report detailing the number of all significant design change exceptions approved and denied under paragraphs (1) through (3) of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.101/b">section 21.101(b) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e14137" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s345" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="345">SEC. 345. </num><heading>ADMINISTRATIVE AUTHORITY FOR CIVIL PENALTIES.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb00882b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301/d">Section 46301(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00882ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s345/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (4) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (A) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb00882bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>the amount in controversy is more than—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00882bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>$400,000 if the violation was committed by any person other than an individual or small business concern before the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00882bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>$50,000 if the violation was committed by an individual or small business concern before the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb008a9ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>$1,200,000 if the violation was committed by a person other than an individual or small business concern on or after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb008a9cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>$100,000 if the violation was committed by an individual on or after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024;”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb008a9d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s345/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (8) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb008a9d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><chapeau>The maximum civil penalty the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration, Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, or Board may impose under this subsection is—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb008a9d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>$400,000 if the violation was committed by a person other than an individual or small business concern before the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb008a9d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>$50,000 if the violation was committed by an individual or small business concern before the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb008a9d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>$1,200,000 if the violation was committed by a person other than an individual or small business concern on or after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb008a9d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>$100,000 if the violation was committed by an individual on or after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e14228" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="346">SEC. 346. </num><heading>STUDY ON AIRWORTHINESS STANDARDS COMPLIANCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0099436-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0099437-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote>The Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center to conduct a study, in consultation with appropriate aviation safety engineers of the FAA, on the occurrences and potential consequences of a transport airplane design found to not comply with applicable airworthiness standards.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0099438-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study pursuant to subsection (a), the federally funded research and development center shall identify each final airworthiness directive issued by the FAA or another civil aviation authority—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1103">138 STAT. 1103</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0099439-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>applicable to transport airplanes during the 10-year period prior to the date of enactment of this Act; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009943a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>to address an unsafe condition resulting from an approved design that was noncompliant with an applicable airworthiness standard.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb009943b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb009943c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For each such airworthiness directive identified under subsection (b), the federally funded research and development center shall examine—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009943d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the airworthiness standard with which the transport airplane failed to comply;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009943e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the resulting unsafe condition and whether such condition resulted in an accident;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009943f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the methods by which the noncompliance was discovered and brought to the attention of the FAA or another civil aviation authority, to the extent such methods can be identified;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0099440-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0099441-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote>an analysis of the method used by the applicant to show compliance during the certification process and whether other compliance methods may have reasonably identified the noncompliance during the certification process;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0099442-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>the date of approval of the relevant type design and the date of issuance of the airworthiness directive;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0099443-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>any corrective action mandated to address the identified unsafe condition;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0099444-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>the period of time specified for the incorporation of the corrective action, during which the affected transport airplanes were allowed to operate before the unsafe condition was corrected; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0099445-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/c/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>the total cost of compliance estimated in the final rule adopting the airworthiness directive.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0099446-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under subsection (a), the federally funded research and development center shall coordinate with, and solicit comments from—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0099447-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>transport category aircraft manufacturers; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0099448-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>employees of the Administration, including the official bargaining representative of aircraft certification services engineers and of aviation safety engineers under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, involved in developing airworthiness directives, as necessary.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0099449-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report that includes—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009944a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the results of the study conducted under subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009944b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb009944c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>actions the Administrator determines necessary to improve safety as a result of the findings under subsection (a) and any root causes of an unsafe condition that were identified;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009944d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the comments solicited under subsection (d); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009944e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb009944f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0099450-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote><content>any other recommendations for legislative or administrative action determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb009bb61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009bb62-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier; foreign air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The terms “air carrier” and “foreign air carrier” have the meanings given such terms in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb009bb63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s346/f/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transport airplane</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>transport airplane</term>” means a transport category airplane designed for operation by an air carrier or foreign air carrier type-certificated with <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1104">138 STAT. 1104</page> a passenger seating capacity of 30 or more or an all-cargo or combi derivative.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e14422" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="347">SEC. 347. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb009bb64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>ZERO TOLERANCE FOR NEAR MISSES, RUNWAY INCURSIONS, AND SURFACE SAFETY RISKS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00c0555-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Policy</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c0556-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/a/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101/a">Section 47101(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c0557-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (2) through (13) as paragraphs (3) through (14), respectively; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c0558-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (1) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb00c2c69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau>that projects, activities, and actions that prevent runway incursions serve to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>improve airport surface surveillance; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>mitigate surface safety risks that are essential to ensuring the safe operation of the airport and airway system;”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/a/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming amendments</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">Section 47101 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subsection (g) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a)(5)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a)(6)</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subsection (h) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a)(6)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a)(7)</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c2c70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Continuous evaluation</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101/a">section 47101(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, as amended by this subsection, the Administrator shall establish a process to continuously track and evaluate ground traffic and air traffic activity and related incidents at airports.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00c2c71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c2c72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Runway Safety Council</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c2c74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c2c75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Strategy.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish a council, to be known as the “Runway Safety Council” (in this section referred to as the “Council”), to develop a systematic management strategy to address airport surface safety risks.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><content>The duties of the Council shall include, at a minimum, advancing the development of risk-based, data driven, integrated systems solutions and strategies to enhance airport surface safety risk mitigation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c77-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c2c78-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c79-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the Council, the Administrator shall appoint at least 1 member from each of the following:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c7a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>Airport operators.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>Air carriers.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>Aircraft operators.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>Avionics manufacturers.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c7e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>Flight schools.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c7f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A/vi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">(vi) </num><content>The exclusive collective bargaining representative of aviation safety professionals for the FAA certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c80-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A/vii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">(vii) </num><content>The exclusive bargaining representative of the air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/A/viii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="viii">(viii) </num><content>Other safety experts the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional members</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may appoint members representing any other stakeholder <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1105">138 STAT. 1105</page> organization that the Administrator determines appropriate to the Runway Safety Council.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00c2c83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c2c84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airport Surface Safety Technologies</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c2c86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Identification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall, in coordination with the Council, consult with relevant stakeholders to identify technologies, equipment, systems, and process changes, that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>may provide airport surface surveillance capabilities at airports lacking such capabilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>may augment existing airport surface detection and surveillance system; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>may improve onboard situational awareness for flight crewmembers, including technologies for use in an aircraft that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/1/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>reduce the risk of collision on the runway with other aircraft or vehicles;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/1/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>calculate safe landing distances; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/1/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>prompt actions to bring the aircraft to a safe stop.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c2c8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c539e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>based on the information obtained pursuant to paragraph (1)(A) and (1)(B), identify airport surface detection and surveillance systems that meet the standards of the FAA and may be able to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c539f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>provide airport surface surveillance capabilities at airports lacking such capabilities; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>augment existing airport surface detection and surveillance systems, such as Airport Surface Detection System—Model X or the Airport Surface Surveillance Capability;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2/B" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Timeline.</p></sidenote><content>establish a timeline and action plan for <amendingAction type="substitute">replacing</amendingAction>, maintaining, or enhancing the operational capability provided by existing airport surface detection and surveillance systems, and implementing runway safety technologies at airports without airport surface detection and surveillance systems, as needed, to improve runway safety;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>based on the information obtained pursuant to paragraph (1)(C), identify safety technologies and systems in transport airplanes that meet the standards of the FAA that will—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>enhance runway safety for transport airplanes that lack the capabilities of such technologies and systems, as appropriate; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>augment existing onboard situational awareness runway traffic alerting and runway landing safety technologies installed on transport airplanes; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote>establish clear and quantifiable criteria relating to operational factors, including ground traffic and air traffic activity and the rate of runway and terminal airspace safety events (including runway incursions), that determine when the installation and deployment of an airport surface detection or surveillance system, or other runway safety system (including runway status lights), at an airport is required.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1106">138 STAT. 1106</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deployment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall ensure that airport surface detection and surveillance systems are deployed and operational at—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>all airports described in paragraph (2)(A); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>all medium and large hub airports.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the progress of the deployment described in paragraph (3).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00c53ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Foreign Object Debris Detection</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall assess, in coordination with the Council, automated foreign object debris monitoring and detection systems at not less than 3 airports that are using such systems.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the assessment under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall consider the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The categorization of an airport.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>The potential frequency of foreign object debris incidents on airport runways or adjacent ramp areas.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>The availability of funding for the installation and maintenance of foreign object debris monitoring and detection systems.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>The impact of such systems on the airfield operations of an airport.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>The effectiveness of available foreign object debris monitoring and detection systems.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>Any other factors relevant to assessing the return on investment of foreign object debris monitoring and detection systems.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this subsection, the Administrator and the Council shall consult with manufacturers and suppliers of foreign object debris detection technology and any other relevant stakeholders.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00c53b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Runway Safety Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into appropriate arrangements with a federally funded research and development center to conduct a study of runway incursions, airport surface incidents, operational errors, or losses of standard separation of aircraft in the approach or departure phase of flight to determine how advanced technologies and future airport development projects may be able to reduce the frequency of such events and enhance aviation safety.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under paragraph (1), the federally funded research and development center shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><content>examine data relating to recurring runway incursions, surface incidents, operational errors, or losses of standard separation of aircraft in the approach or departure phase of flight at airports to identify the underlying factors that caused such events;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>assess metrics used to identify when such events are increasing at an airport;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1107">138 STAT. 1107</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>assess available and developmental technologies, including and beyond such technologies considered in subsection (c), that may augment existing air traffic management capabilities of surface surveillance and terminal airspace equipment;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><chapeau>consider growth trends in airport size, staffing and communication complexities to identify—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/2/D/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>future gaps in information exchange between aerospace stakeholders; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/2/D/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>methods for meeting future near real-time information sharing needs; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><content>examine airfield safety training programs used by airport tenants and other stakeholders operating on airfields of airports, including airfield familiarization training programs for employees, to assess scalability to handle future growth in airfield capacity and traffic.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the study required by paragraph (1), the federally funded research and development center shall develop recommendations for the strategic planning efforts of the Administration to appropriately maintain surface safety considering future increases in air traffic and based on the considerations described in paragraph (2).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the completion of the study required by paragraph (1), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings of such study and any recommendations developed under paragraph (3).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00c53cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c53cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier; foreign air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The terms “air carrier” and “foreign air carrier” have the meanings given such terms in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/f/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airport surface detection and surveillance system</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>airport surface detection and surveillance system</term>” means an airport surveillance system that is—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/f/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>designed to track surface movement of aircraft and vehicles; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/f/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>capable of alerting air traffic controllers or flight crewmembers of a possible runway incursion, misaligned approach, or other safety event.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00c53d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s347/f/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transport airplane</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>transport airplane</term>” means a transport category airplane designed for operation by an air carrier or foreign air carrier jet type-certificated with a passenger seating capacity of at least 10 seats or a maximum takeoff weight above 12,500 pounds or an all-cargo or combi derivative of such an airplane.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e15042" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="348">SEC. 348. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00c79e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>IMPROVEMENTS TO AVIATION SAFETY INFORMATION ANALYSIS AND SHARING PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00d3d33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d3d34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d3d35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall implement improvements to the Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing Program with respect to safety data sharing and risk mitigation.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00d3d36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>identify methods to increase the rate at which data is collected, processed, and analyzed to expeditiously share safety intelligence;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1108">138 STAT. 1108</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>develop predictive capabilities to anticipate emerging safety risks;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>identify methods to improve shared data environments with external stakeholders;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>establish a robust process for prioritizing requests for safety information;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d3d3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p></sidenote><content>establish guidance to encourage regular safety inspector review of non-confidential aviation safety and performance data;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>identify industry segments not yet included and conduct outreach to such industry segments to increase the rate of participation, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>general aviation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>air transportation and commercial aviation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/6/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>rotorcraft operations;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/6/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>air ambulance operations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/6/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>aviation maintenance;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>establish processes for obtaining and analyzing comprehensive and aggregate data for new and future industry segments; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d3d44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/b/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d3d45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><content>integrate safety data from unmanned aircraft system operators, as appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00d3d46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d6457-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>prioritize production-ready configurable solutions over custom development, as appropriate, to support FAA critical aviation safety programs; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d6458-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>ensure that adequate market research is completed in accordance with FAA acquisition management system requirements, including appropriate demonstrations of proposed solutions, as part of the evaluation criteria.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00d6459-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section shall be construed—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d645a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>to require the Administrator to share confidential or proprietary information and data to safety inspectors for purposes of enforcement; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d645b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>to limit the applicability of <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44735">section 44735 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, to the Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing Program.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00d645c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d645d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d645e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and every 6 months thereafter until the improvements under subsection (a) are made, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the progress of implementation of the Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing Program, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d645f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d6460-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote>an assessment of the progress of the FAA toward achieving milestones for such program identified by the inspector general of the Department of Transportation and the Special Committee to Review FAA Aircraft Certification Reports;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d6461-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>a description of the plan to use appropriate deployable commercial solutions to assist the FAA in meeting such milestones;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d6462-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>steps taken to make improvements under subsection (b); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00d6463-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s348/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d6464-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Summary.</p></sidenote><content>a summary of the efforts of the FAA to address gaps in safety data provided from any of the industry segments described in subsection (b)(6).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1109">138 STAT. 1109</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e15238" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="349">SEC. 349. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00d6465-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 USC 44704 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTINUED AIRWORTHINESS AVIATION RULEMAKING COMMITTEE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00e4ec6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ec7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ec8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ec9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4eca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ecb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review, and develop findings and recommendations regarding, instructions for continued airworthiness (as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.50">section 21.50 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>), and provide to the Administrator a report on such findings and recommendations and for other related purposes as determined by the Administrator.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00e4ecc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The aviation rulemaking committee established pursuant to subsection (a) shall consist of members appointed by the Administrator, including representatives of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ecd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>holders of type certificates (as described in subpart B of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt21">part 21, title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ece-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>holders of production certificates (as described in subpart G of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt21">part 21, title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ecf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>holders of parts manufacturer approvals (as described in subpart K of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt21">part 21, title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>holders of technical standard order authorizations (as described in subpart O of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt21">part 21, title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>operators under parts 121, 125, or 135 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>holders of repair station certificates (as described in section 145 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) that are not also type certificate holders as included under paragraph (1), production certificate holders as included under paragraph (2), or aircraft operators as included under paragraph (5) (or associated with any such entities);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>the certified bargaining representative of aviation safety inspectors and engineers for the Administration;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>general aviation operators;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>mechanics certificated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt65">part 65 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><content>holders of supplemental type certificates (as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt21/sptE">subpart E of part 21 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/11" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="11">(11) </num><content>designated engineering representatives employed by repair stations described in paragraph (6); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/b/12" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="12">(12) </num><content>aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of instructions for continued airworthiness policies and regulations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00e4ed9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The aviation rulemaking committee established pursuant to subsection (a) shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4eda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>existing standards, regulations, certifications, assessments, and guidance related to instructions for continued airworthiness and the clarity of such standards, regulations, certifications, assessments, and guidance to all parties;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4edb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the sufficiency of safety data used in preparing instructions for continued airworthiness;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4edc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the sufficiency of maintenance data used in preparing instructions for continued airworthiness;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4edd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the protection of proprietary information and intellectual property in instructions for continued airworthiness;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ede-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>the availability of instructions for continued airworthiness, as needed, for maintenance activities;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1110">138 STAT. 1110</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4edf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>the need to harmonize or deconflict proposed and existing regulations with other Federal regulations, guidance, and policies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ee0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>international collaboration, where appropriate and consistent with the interests of safety in air commerce and national security, with other civil aviation authorities, international aviation and standards organizations, and any other appropriate entities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ee1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/c/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>any other matter the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00e4ee2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ee3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ee4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ee5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a copy of the aviation rulemaking committee report under subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00e4ee6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s349/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ee7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ee8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4ee9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4eea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote>not later than 180 days after the date of submission of the report under paragraph (1), initiate a rulemaking activity or make such policy and guidance updates necessary to address any consensus recommendations reached by the aviation rulemaking committee established pursuant to subsection (a), as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e15463" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="350">SEC. 350. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00e4eeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44903">49 USC 44903 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SECONDARY COCKPIT BARRIERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00f123c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f123d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f123e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f123f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f1240-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f1241-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review and develop findings and recommendations to require installation of a secondary cockpit barrier on commercial passenger aircraft operated under the provisions of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, that are not captured under another regulation or proposed regulation.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00f1242-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f1243-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote>The Administrator shall appoint a chair and members of the rulemaking committee convened under subsection (a), which shall be comprised of at least 1 representative from the constituencies of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f1244-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>mainline air carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f1245-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>regional air carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f1246-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>aircraft manufacturers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f1247-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>passenger aircraft pilots represented by a labor group;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f1248-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>flight attendants represented by a labor group;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f1249-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>airline passengers; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f395a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>other stakeholders the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00f395b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection (a) shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f395c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>minimum dimension requirements for secondary barriers on all aircraft types operated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f395d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>secondary barrier performance standards manufacturers and air carriers must meet for such aircraft types;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f395e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the availability of certified secondary barriers suitable for use on such aircraft types;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f395f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the development, certification, testing, manufacturing, installation, and training for secondary barriers for such aircraft types;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f3960-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>flight duration and stage length;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f3961-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>the location of lavatories on such aircraft as related to operational complexities;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1111">138 STAT. 1111</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f3962-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>operational complexities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f3963-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>any risks to safely evacuate passengers of such aircraft; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f3964-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/c/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>other considerations the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00f3965-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 12 months after the convening of the aviation rulemaking committee described in subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report based on the findings and recommendations of the aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection (a), including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f3966-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>if applicable, any dissenting positions on the findings and the rationale for each position; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00f3967-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any disagreements with the recommendations, including the rationale for each disagreement and the reasons for the disagreement.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00f3968-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s350/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Installation of Secondary Cockpit Barriers of Existing Aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f3969-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f396a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations. </p></sidenote>Not later than 36 months after the date of the submission of the report under subsection (d), the Administrator shall, taking into consideration the final reported findings and recommendations of the aviation rulemaking committee, issue a final rule requiring installation of a secondary cockpit barrier on each commercial passenger aircraft operated under the provisions of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e15646" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="351">SEC. 351. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f396b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00f396c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PART 135 DUTY AND REST.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00fae9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00fae9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Part 91 Tail–end Ferry Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall require that any operation conducted by a flight crewmember during an assigned duty period under the operational control of an operator holding a certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, before, during, or after the duty period (including any operations under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt91">part 91 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>), without an intervening rest period, shall count towards the flight time and duty period limitations of such flight crewmember under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00fae9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Record Keeping</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00faea0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00faea1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb00faea2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p></sidenote>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall update any Administration policy and guidance regarding complete and accurate record keeping practices for operators holding a certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, in order to properly document, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00faea3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>flight crew assignments;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00faea4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>flight crew prospective rest notifications;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00faea5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>compliance with flight and duty times limitations and post-duty rest requirements; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00faea6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>duty period start and end times.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00faea7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Safety Management System Oversight</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator, in performing oversight of the safety management system of an operator holding a certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, following the implementation of the final rule issued based on the final rule titled “Safety Management Systems”, and published on April 26, 2024 (<ref href="/us/fr/89/33068">89 Fed. Reg. 33068</ref>), shall ensure such operator is evaluating and appropriately mitigating aviation safety risks, including, at minimum, risks associated with—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1112">138 STAT. 1112</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00faea8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>inadequate flight crewmember duty and rest periods; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00faea9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>incomplete records pertaining to flight crew rest, duty, and flight times.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00faeaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Organ Transportation Flights</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In updating guidance and policy pursuant to subsection (b), the Administrator shall consider and allow for appropriate accommodations, including accommodations related to subsections (b)(2) and (b)(4) for operators—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00faeab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>performing organ transportation operations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb00faeac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s351/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>who have in place a means by which to identify and mitigate risks associated with flight crew duty and rest.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e15767" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s352" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="352">SEC. 352. </num><heading>FLIGHT DATA RECOVERY FROM OVERWATER OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb00ffccd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s352/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Flight Data Recovery From Overwater Operations</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">Chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb01023de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44746">“§ 44746.</num><heading class="fontsize12"> <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01023df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44746">49 USC 44746</ref>.</p></sidenote>Flight data recovery from overwater operations</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01023e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01023e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall complete a rulemaking proceeding to require that, not later than 5 years after the date of enactment of this section, all applicable aircraft are—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01023e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>fitted with a means, in the event of an accident, to recover mandatory flight data parameters in a manner that does not require the underwater retrieval of the cockpit voice recorder or flight data recorder;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01023e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>equipped with a tamper-resistant method to broadcast sufficient information to a ground station to establish the location where an applicable aircraft terminates flight as the result of such an event; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01023e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>equipped with an airframe low-frequency underwater locating device that functions for at least 90 days and that can be detected by appropriate equipment.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01023e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01023e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicable Aircraft Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term ‘<term>applicable aircraft</term>’ means an aircraft manufactured on or after January 1, 2028, that is—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01023e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>operated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01023e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01023e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><content>required by regulation to have a cockpit voice recorder and a flight data recorder; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01023ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>used in extended overwater operations.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01023eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s352/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01023ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC </ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01023ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44701.</p></sidenote>is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44746. </designator> <label>Flight data recovery from overwater operations.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e15896" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="353">SEC. 353. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0104afe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0104aff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RAMP WORKER SAFETY CALL TO ACTION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb010e740-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Call to Action Ramp Worker Safety Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate a Call to Action safety review of airport ramp worker safety and ways to minimize or eliminate ingestion zone and jet blast zone accidents.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb010e741-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Call to Action safety review required pursuant to subsection (a) shall include—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e742-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a description of Administration regulations, guidance, and directives related to airport ramp worker safety procedures and oversight of such processes;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1113">138 STAT. 1113</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e743-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb010e744-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>a description of reportable accidents and incidents involving airport ramp workers in 5-year period preceding the date of enactment of this Act, including any identified contributing factors to the reportable accident or incident;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e745-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>training and related educational materials for airport ramp workers, including supervisory and contract employees;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e746-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>any recommended devices and methods for communication on the airport ramp, including considerations of requirements for operable radios and headsets;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e747-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>a review of markings on the airport ramp that define restriction, staging, safety, or hazard zones, including markings to clearly define and graphically indicate the engine ingestion zones and envelope of safety for the variety of aircraft that may park at the same gate of the airport;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e748-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>a review of aircraft jet blast and engine intake safety markings, including incorporation of markings on aircraft to indicate engine inlet danger zones; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e749-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>a process for stakeholders, including airlines, aircraft manufacturers, airports, labor, and aviation safety experts, to provide feedback and share best practices.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb010e74a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report and Actions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the conclusion of the Call to Action safety review pursuant to subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e74b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the review and any recommendations for actions or best practices to improve airport ramp worker safety, including the identification of risks and possible ways to mitigate such risks to be considered in any applicable safety management system of air carriers and airports; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e74c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>initiate such actions as are necessary to act upon the findings of the review.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb010e74d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Training Materials</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 6 months after the completion of the safety review required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall develop and publish training and related educational materials about aircraft engine ingestion and jet blast hazards for ground crews, including supervisory and contract employees, that includes information on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e74e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the specific dangers and consequences of entering engine ingestion or jet blast zones;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e74f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>proper protocols to avoid entering an engine ingestion or jet blast zone; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb010e750-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>on-the-job, instructor-led training to physically demonstrate the engine ingestion zone boundaries and jet blast zones for each kind of aircraft the ground crew may encounter.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb010e751-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall consult with aviation safety experts, air carriers, aircraft manufacturers, relevant labor organizations, and airport operators.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb010e752-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s353/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Training Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the publication of the training and related educational materials required under subsection (d), the Administrator may require any ramp worker, as appropriate, to receive the relevant engine ingestion and jet blast zone hazard training before such ramp worker may perform work on any airport ramp.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e16030" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="354">SEC. 354. </num><heading>VOLUNTARY REPORTING PROTECTIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0115c83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40123/a">Section 40123(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the matter preceding paragraph (1)—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1114">138 STAT. 1114</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0115c84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, including section 552(b)(3)(B) of title 5</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>Notwithstanding any other provision of law</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0115c85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or third party</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>nor any agency</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0115c86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review of Protection From </inline><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0115c87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0115c88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0115c89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40123">49 USC 40123 note</ref>.</p></sidenote>Disclosure.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall review and update <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt193">part 193 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and review <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44735">section 44735 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, to ensure such laws and regulations designate and protect from disclosure information or data submitted, collected, or obtained by the Administrator under voluntary safety programs, including the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0115c8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Aviation Safety Action Program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0115c8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Flight Operational Quality Assurance.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0115c8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Line Operations Safety Assessments.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0115c8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Air Traffic Safety Action Program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0115c8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Technical Operations Safety Action Program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0115c8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s354/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Such other voluntarily submitted information or programs as the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e16126" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s355" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="355">SEC. 355. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0115c90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0115c91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44718">49 USC 44718 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TOWER MARKING NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULEMAKING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01183a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s355/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to implement section 2110 of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44718">49 U.S.C. 44718 note</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01183a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s355/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Administrator fails to issue the notice of proposed rulemaking pursuant to subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress an annual report on the status of such rulemaking, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01183a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s355/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the reasons that the Administrator has failed to issue the rulemaking; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01183a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s355/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01183a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01183a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>a list of fatal aircraft accidents associated with unmarked towers that have occurred during the 5-year period preceding the date of submission of the report.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e16175" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s356" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="356">SEC. 356. </num><heading>PROMOTION OF CIVIL AERONAUTICS AND SAFETY OF AIR COMMERCE.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb011aab8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104">Section 40104 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb011aab9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s356/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>In carrying out</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>other interested organizations.</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb011aaba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s356/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (d) as subsection (e);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb011aabb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s356/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (b) as subsection (d); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb011aabc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s356/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (c) as subsection (b) and reordering the subsections accordingly.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e16224" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s357" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="357">SEC. 357. </num><heading>EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb011d1cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s357/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104">Section 40104 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subsection (b) (as redesignated by section 356) the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0121fee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Educational and Professional Development</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0121fef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall support and undertake efforts to promote and support the education and professional development of current and future aerospace professionals.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0121ff0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Educational materials</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Based on the availability of resources, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0121ff1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>develop and distribute civil aviation information and educational materials; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1115">138 STAT. 1115</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0121ff2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>provide expertise to State and local school administrators, college and university officials, and officers of other interested organizations and entities.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0121ff3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Content</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the educational materials under paragraph (2), the Administrator shall ensure such materials, including presentations, cover topics of broad relevance, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0121ff4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>ethical decision-making and the responsibilities of aerospace professionals;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0121ff5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>managing a workforce, encouraging proper reporting of prospective safety issues, and educating employees on safety management systems; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0121ff6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>responsibilities as a designee or representative of the Administrator.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0121ff7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s357/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0121ff8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104">49 USC 40104 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><inline class="smallCaps">Support for Professional Development and Continuing Education</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may take such action as may be necessary to support or launch initiatives that seek to advance the professional development and continuing education of aerospace professionals.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e16326" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="358">SEC. 358. </num><heading>GLOBAL AVIATION SAFETY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb013cda9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104/d">Section 40104(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, (as redesignated by section 356) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb013cdaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the subsection heading by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">and Assistance</headingText></quotedText>” after “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">International Role</headingText></quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb013cdab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Administrator</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb013cdac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (2) as paragraph (4); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb013cdad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (1) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0141bce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">International presence</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall maintain an international presence to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>assist foreign civil aviation authorities in—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>establishing robust aviation oversight practices and policies;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>harmonizing international aviation standards for air traffic management, operator certification, aircraft certification, airports, and certificated or credentialed individuals;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>validating and accepting foreign aircraft design and production approvals;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>preparing for new aviation technologies, including powered-lift aircraft, products, and articles; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>appropriately adopting continuing airworthiness information, such as airworthiness directives;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>encourage the adoption of United States standards, regulations, and policies;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>establish, maintain, and update bilateral or multilateral aviation safety agreements and the aviation safety information contained within such agreements;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>engage in bilateral and multilateral discussions as required under paragraph (5) and provide technical assistance as described in paragraph (6);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>validate foreign aviation products and ensure reciprocal validation of products for which the United States is the state of design or production;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1116">138 STAT. 1116</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bd9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>support accident and incident investigations, particularly such investigations that involve United States persons and certified products and such investigations where the National Transportation Safety Board is supporting an investigation pursuant to annex 13 of the International Civil Aviation Organization;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content>support the international safety activities of the United States aviation sector;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bdb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>maintain valuable relationships with entities with aviation equities, including civil aviation authorities, other governmental bodies, non-governmental organizations, and foreign manufacturers; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0141bdc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>perform other activities as determined necessary by the Administrator.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0141bdd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review of International Field Offices</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104/d">Section 40104(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, (as redesignated by section 356) is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (2) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01442ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">International offices</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the responsibilities described in subsection (a), the Administrator—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01442ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>shall maintain international offices of the Administration;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01442f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01442f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><chapeau>every 5 years, may review existing international offices to determine—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01442f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>the effectiveness of such offices in fulfilling the mission described in paragraph (2); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01442f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the adequacy of resources and staffing to achieve the mission described in paragraph (2); and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0146a04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><chapeau>shall establish offices to address gaps identified by the review under subparagraph (B) and in furtherance of the mission described in paragraph (2), putting an emphasis on establishing such offices—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0146a05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>where international civil aviation authorities are located;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0146a06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>where regional intergovernmental organizations are located;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0146a07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>in countries that have difficulty maintaining a category 1 classification through the International Aviation Safety Assessment program; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0146a08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>in regions that have experienced substantial growth in aviation operations or manufacturing.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0146a09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Bilateral Aviation Safety Agreements; Technical Assistance</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0146a0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104/d">Section 40104(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, (as redesignated by section 356) is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb014b82b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Bilateral aviation safety agreements</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb014b82c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb014b82d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Negotiation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb014b82e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb014b82f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote>The Administrator shall negotiate, enter into, promote, enforce, evaluate the effectiveness of, and seek to update bilateral or multilateral aviation safety agreements, and the parts of such agreements, with international aviation authorities.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb014b830-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Purpose</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall seek to enter into bilateral aviation safety agreements under this section to, at a minimum—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014b831-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>improve global aviation safety;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1117">138 STAT. 1117</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014b832-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>increase harmonization of, and reduce duplicative, requirements, processes, and approvals to advance the aviation interests of the United States;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014b833-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>ensure access to international markets for operators, service providers, and manufacturers from the United States; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014b834-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>put in place procedures for recourse when a party to such agreements fails to meet the obligations of such party under such agreements.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb014b835-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope</inline>.—</heading><content>The scope of a bilateral aviation safety agreement entered into under this section shall, as appropriate, cover existing aviation users and concepts and establish a process by which bilateral aviation safety agreements can be updated to include new and novel concepts on an ongoing basis.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb014b836-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Bilateral aviation safety agreements entered into under this section shall, as appropriate and consistent with United States law and regulation, include topics such as—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>airworthiness, certification, and validation;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>maintenance;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>operations and pilot training;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>airspace access, efficiencies, and navigation services;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>transport category aircraft;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content>fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, powered-lift aircraft, products, and articles;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">“(vii) </num><content>aerodrome certification;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="viii">“(viii) </num><content>unmanned aircraft and associated elements of such aircraft;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ix">“(ix) </num><content>flight simulation training devices;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="x">“(x) </num><content>new or emerging technologies and technology trends; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb014de51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xi">“(xi) </num><content>other topics as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb014de52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Bilateral or multilateral aviation safety agreements entered into under this subsection shall not be construed to diminish or alter any authority of the Administrator under any other provision of law.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb014de53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical assistance updates</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40113/e">Section 40113(e) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0150564-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0150565-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical assistance outside of agreements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In the absence of a bilateral or multilateral agreement, the Administrator may provide technical assistance and training under this subsection if the Administrator determines that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0150566-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>a foreign government would benefit from technical assistance pursuant to this subsection to strengthen aviation safety, efficiency, and security; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c77-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the engagement is to provide inherently governmental technical assistance and training.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0152c78-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Inherently governmental technical assistance and training defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection, the term ‘<term>inherently governmental technical assistance and training</term>’ means technical assistance and training that—</chapeau><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1118">138 STAT. 1118</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c79-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>relies upon or incorporates Federal Aviation Administration-specific program, system, policy, or procedural matters;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c7a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>must be accomplished using agency expertise and authority; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><chapeau>relates to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>international aviation safety assessment technical reviews and technical assistance;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>aerodrome safety and certification;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c7e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>aviation system certification activities based on Federal Aviation Administration regulations and requirements;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c7f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>cybersecurity efforts to protect United States aviation ecosystem components and facilities;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c80-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>operation and maintenance of air navigation system equipment, procedures, and personnel; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content>training and exercises in support of aviation safety, efficiency, and security.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Validation of powered-lift </inline><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0152c83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104">49 USC 40104 note</ref>.</p></sidenote>aircraft.—</heading><content>In carrying out <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104/d">section 40104(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref> (as amended by this Act), the Administrator shall ensure coordination with international civil aviation authorities regarding the establishment of mutual processes for efficient validation, acceptance, and working arrangements of certificates and approvals for powered-lift aircraft, products, and articles.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report on international validation program performance</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0152c86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0152c87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall initiate a review to evaluate the performance of the type certificate validation program of the FAA under bilateral or multilateral aviation safety agreements, with a focus on agreed to implementation procedures.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall consider, at minimum, the following:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>Actions taken for the purposes of carrying out section 243(a) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>).</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>Metrics from validation programs carried out prior to the initiation of such review, including the number and types of projects, timeline milestones, and trends relating to the repeated use of non-basic criteria.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>Training on the minimum standards of established validation work plans, including any guidance on the level of involvement of the validating authority, established justifications for involvement, and procedures for compliance document requests.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><chapeau>The perspectives of—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/iv/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>FAA employees responsible for type validation projects;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/iv/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>bilateral civil aviation regulatory partners; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/iv/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>industry applicants seeking validation.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1119">138 STAT. 1119</page></content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>Adequacy of the funding and staffing levels of the International Validation Branch of the Compliance and Airworthiness Division of the Aircraft Certification Service of the FAA.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/vi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">(vi) </num><content>Effectiveness of FAA training for FAA employees.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/vii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">(vii) </num><content>Effectiveness of outreach conducted to improve and enforce validation processes.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/viii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="viii">(viii) </num><content>Efforts undertaken to strengthen relationships with international certification authorities.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/B/ix" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ix">(ix) </num><content>Number of approvals issued by other certifying authorities in compliance with applicable bilateral agreements and implementation procedures.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the completion of the review initiated under this subsection, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report regarding such review.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0152c96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/c/4/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><content>In this paragraph, the terms “ODA holder” and “ODA unit” have the meanings given such terms in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44736/c">section 44736(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0152c97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">International Engagement Strategy</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104/d">Section 40104(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, (as redesignated by section 356) is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01553a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Strategic plan</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall maintain a strategic plan for the international engagement of the Administration that includes—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01553a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>all elements of the report required under section 243(b) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01553aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>measures to fulfill the mission described in paragraph (2);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01553ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>initiatives to attain greater expertise among employees of the Federal Aviation Administration in issues related to dispute resolution, intellectual property, and export control laws;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01553ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01553ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies. </p></sidenote>policy regarding the future direction and strategy of the United States engagement with the International Civil Aviation Organization;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01553ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01553af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><content>procedures for acceptance of mandatory airworthiness information, such as airworthiness directives, and other safety-related regulatory documents, including procedures to implement the requirements of section 44701(e)(5);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0157ac0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>all factors, including funding and resourcing, necessary for the Administration to maintain leadership in the global activities related to aviation safety and air transportation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0157ac1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0157ac2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote>establishment of, and a process to regularly track and update, metrics to measure the effectiveness of, and foreign civil aviation authority compliance with, bilateral aviation safety agreements; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0157ac3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>a strategic methodology to facilitate the ability of the United States aerospace industry to efficiently operate and export new aerospace technologies, products, and articles in key markets globally.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0157ac4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0157ac5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104">49 USC 40104 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Powered-lift Aircraft</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the methodology required under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104/d/7/H">section 40104(d)(7)(H) of title 49, United States Code</ref> (as added by subsection (d)), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1120">138 STAT. 1120</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0157ac6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0157ac7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0157ac8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>perform an assessment of existing bilateral aviation safety agreements, implementation procedures, and other associated bilateral arrangements to determine how current and future powered-lift products and articles can utilize the most appropriate validation mechanisms and procedures;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0157ac9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>facilitate global acceptance of the approach of the FAA to certification of powered-lift aircraft, products, and articles; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0157aca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s358/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>consider any other information determined appropriated by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e17080" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s359" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="359">SEC. 359. </num><heading>AVAILABILITY OF PERSONNEL FOR INSPECTIONS, SITE VISITS, AND TRAINING.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0157acb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40104">Section 40104 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb015c8ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb015c8ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Delegation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Travel</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator and the Secretary of Transportation shall, in carrying out the responsibilities described in subsection (a), delegate to the appropriate supervisors of offices of the Administration the ability to authorize the domestic and international travel of relevant personnel who are not in the Federal Aviation Administration Executive System, without any additional approvals required, for the purposes of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb015c8ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>promoting aviation safety, aircraft operations, air traffic, airport, unmanned aircraft systems, aviation fuels, and other aviation standards, regulations, and initiatives adopted by the United States;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb015c8ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>facilitating the adoption of United States approaches on such aviation standards and recommended practices at the International Civil Aviation Organization;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb015c8f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>supporting the acceptance of Administration design and production approvals by other civil aviation authorities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb015c8f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>training Administration personnel and training provided to other persons;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb015c8f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>engaging with regulated entities, including performing site visits;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb015c8f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><content>activities associated with subsections (c) through (e); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb015c8f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><content>other activities as determined by the Administrator.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e17144" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="360">SEC. 360. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb015c8f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 USC 44704 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>WILDFIRE SUPPRESSION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0163e26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0163e27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0163e28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulation.</p></sidenote>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, to ensure that sufficient firefighting resources are available to suppress wildfires and protect public safety and property, and notwithstanding any other provision of law or agency regulation, the Administrator shall issue a rule under which—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0163e29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>an operation described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.25/b/7">section 21.25(b)(7) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, shall allow for the transport of firefighters to and from the site of a wildfire to perform ground wildfire suppression and designate the firefighters conducting such an operation as essential crewmembers on board a covered aircraft operated on a mission to suppress wildfire;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0163e2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0163e2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0163e2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote>the aircraft maintenance, inspections, and pilot training requirements under part 135 of such title 14 may apply to such an operation, if determined by the Administrator to be necessary to maintain the safety of firefighters carrying out wildfire suppression missions; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1121">138 STAT. 1121</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0163e2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the noise standards described in part 36 of such title 14 shall not apply to such an operation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0163e2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Surplus Military Aircraft</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In issuing a rule under subsection (a), the Administrator may not enable any aircraft of a type that has been—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0163e2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>manufactured in accordance with the requirements of, and accepted for use by, the armed forces (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t10/s101">section 101 of title 10, United States Code</ref>); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0163e30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>later modified to be used for wildfire suppression operations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0163e31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendments to FAA Documents</inline>.—</heading><content>In issuing a rule under subsection (a), the Administrator shall revise the order of the FAA titled “Restricted Category Type Certification”, issued on February 27, 2006 (FAA Order 8110.56), as well as any corresponding policy or guidance material, to reflect the requirements of this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0166542-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Provision</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the authority of the Administrator to take action otherwise authorized by law to protect aviation safety or passenger safety.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0166543-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0166544-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>covered aircraft</term>” means an aircraft type-certificated in the restricted category under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.25">section 21.25 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, used for transporting firefighters to and from the site of a wildfire in order to perform ground wildfire suppression for the purpose of extinguishing a wildfire on behalf of, or pursuant to a contract with, a Federal, State, or local government agency.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0166545-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s360/e/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Firefighters</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>firefighters</term>” means a trained fire suppression professional the transport of whom is necessary to accomplish a wildfire suppression operation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e17269" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="361">SEC. 361. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0166546-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>CONTINUOUS AIRCRAFT TRACKING AND TRANSMISSION FOR HIGH ALTITUDE BALLOONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0174fa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study on Effects of High Altitude Balloons on Aviation Safety</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the heads of other relevant Federal agencies, shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the effects of high altitude balloon operations that do not emit electronic or radio signals for identification purposes and are launched within the United States and the territories of the United States on aviation safety.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this subsection, the Administrator shall consider—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>current technology available and employed to track high altitude balloon operations described under paragraph (1);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>how the flights of such operations have affected, or could affect, aviation safety;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>how such operations have contributed, or could contribute, to misidentified threats to civil or military aviation operations or infrastructure; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>how such operations have impacted, or could impact, national security and air traffic control operations.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1122">138 STAT. 1122</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01776bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">High Altitude Balloon Tracking Aviation Rulemaking Committee</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p></sidenote>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish an Aviation Rulemaking Committee (in this section referred to as the “Committee”) to review and develop findings and recommendations to inform a standard for any high altitude balloon to be equipped with a system for continuous aircraft tracking that transmits, at a minimum, the altitude, location, and identity of the high altitude balloon in a manner that is accessible to air traffic controllers and ensures the safe integration of high altitude balloons into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Committee shall consist of members appointed by the Administrator, including the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Representatives of industry.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>Aviation safety experts, including experts with specific knowledge—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01776c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>of high altitude balloon operations; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01776c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>FAA tracking and surveillance systems.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Non-governmental researchers and educators.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Representatives of the Department of Defense.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Representatives of Federal agencies that conduct high altitude balloon operations.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Committee shall submit to the Administrator a report detailing the findings and recommendations developed under paragraph (1), including recommendations regarding the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>How to update sections 91.215, 91.225, and 99.13 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to require all high altitude balloons to have a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Any necessary updates to the requirements for high altitude balloons under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt101/sptD">subpart D of part 101 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>Any necessary updates to other FAA regulations or requirements deemed appropriate and necessary by the Administrator to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01776d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/3/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>ensure any high altitude balloon has a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01776d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/3/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><content>ensure all data relating to the altitude, location, and identity of any high altitude balloon is made available to air traffic controllers;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01776d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/3/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p></sidenote><content>determine criteria and provide approval guidance for new equipment that provides continuous aircraft tracking and transmission for high altitude balloons and meets the performance requirements described under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s91.225">section 91.225 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, including portable, battery-powered Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast Out equipage; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01776db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/3/C/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>maintain airspace safety.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of prior work</inline>.—</heading><content>In developing the report under paragraph (3), the Committee may make full use of any research, comments, data, findings, or recommendations made by any prior aviation rulemaking committee.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1123">138 STAT. 1123</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">New technologies and solutions</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection shall require the Committee to develop recommendations requiring equipage of high altitude balloons with an Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast Out system or an air traffic control transponder transmission system, or preclude the Committee from making recommendations for the adoption of new systems or solutions that may require that a high altitude balloon be equipped with a system that can transmit, at a minimum, the altitude, location, and identity of the high altitude balloon.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01776de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote>Not later than 6 months after receiving the report required under paragraph (3), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the contents of such report and the status of any recommendation received pursuant to such report.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01776e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s361/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>high altitude balloon</term>” means a manned or unmanned free balloon operating not less than 18,000 feet above mean sea level.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e17519" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="362">SEC. 362. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01776e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CABIN AIR SAFETY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0194ba2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadline for 2018 Study on Bleed Air</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall complete the requirements of section 326 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) and submit to the appropriate Congressional committees the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194ba3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The completed study required under subsection (c) of such section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194ba4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The report on the feasibility, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness of certification and installation of systems to evaluate bleed air quality required under subsection (d) of such section.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0194ba5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting System for Smoke or Fume Events Onboard Commercial Aircraft</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194ba6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194ba7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote>Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall develop a standardized submission system for air carrier employees to voluntarily report fume or smoke events onboard passenger-carrying aircraft operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194ba8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Collected information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the system under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall ensure that the system includes a method for submitting information about a smoke or fume event that allows for the collection of the following information, if applicable:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194ba9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Identification of the flight number, type, and registration of the aircraft.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194baa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>The date of the reported fume or smoke event onboard the aircraft.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Description of fumes or smoke in the aircraft, including the nature, intensity, and visual consistency or smell (if any).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>The location of the fumes or smoke in the aircraft.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>The source (if discernible) of the fumes or smoke in the aircraft.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>The phase of flight during which fumes or smoke first became present.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194baf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>The duration of the fume or smoke event.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1124">138 STAT. 1124</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>Any required onboard medical attention for passengers or crew members.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/2/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>Any additional factors as determined appropriate by the Administrator or crew member submitting a report.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Guidelines for submission</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall issue guidelines on how to submit the information described in paragraph (2).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Confirmation of submission</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon submitting the information described in paragraph (2), the submitting party shall receive a duplicate record of the submission and confirmation of receipt.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>may not publicly publish any—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>information specific to a fume or smoke event that is submitted pursuant to this section; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>any information that may be used to identify the party submitting such information;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p></sidenote><chapeau>may only publicly publish information submitted pursuant to this section that has been aggregated if—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>such information has been validated; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the availability of such information would improve aviation safety;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><content>shall maintain a database of such information;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>at the request of an air carrier, shall provide to such air carrier any information submitted pursuant to this section that is relevant to such air carrier, except any information that may be used to identify the party submitting such information;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>may not, without validation, assume that information submitted pursuant to this section is accurate for the purposes of initiating rulemaking or taking an enforcement action;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bc2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>may use information submitted pursuant to this section to inform the oversight of the safety management system of an air carrier; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bc3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/b/5/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>may use information submitted pursuant to this section for the purpose of performing a study or supporting a study sponsored by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0194bc4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">National Academies Study on Overall Cabin Air Quality</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bc5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bc6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bc7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bc8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bc9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions. </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into the appropriate arrangements with the National Academies to conduct a study and issue recommendations to be made publicly available pertaining to cabin air quality and any risk of, and potential for, persistent and accidental fume or smoke events onboard a passenger-carrying aircraft operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bcb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0194bcc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out a study pursuant to paragraph (1), the National Academies shall examine—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bcd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the report issued pursuant to section 326 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) and any identified assumptions or gaps described in such report;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the information collected through the system established pursuant to subsection (b);<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1125">138 STAT. 1125</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>any health risks or impacts of fume or smoke events on flight crews, including flight attendants and pilots, and passengers onboard aircraft operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>instances of persistent or regularly occurring (as determined by the National Academies) fume or smoke events in such aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>instances of accidental, unexpected, or irregularly occurring (as determined by the National Academies) fume or smoke events on such aircraft, including whether such accidental events are more frequent during various phases of operations, including ground operations, taxiing, take off, cruise, and landing;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>the air contaminants present during the instances described in subparagraphs (D) and (E) and the probable originating materials of such air contaminants;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>the frequencies, durations, and likely causes of the instances described in subparagraphs (D) and (E); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0194bd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/2/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>any additional data on fume or smoke events, as determined appropriate by the National Academies.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01972e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>As a part of the study conducted under paragraph (1), the National Academies shall provide recommendations—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01972e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>that, at minimum, address how to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01972e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/3/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>improve overall cabin air quality of passenger-carrying aircraft;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01972e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/3/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>improve the detection, accuracy, and reporting of fume or smoke events; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01972e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/3/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>reduce the frequency and impact of fume or smoke events; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01972ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>to establish or update standards, guidelines, or regulations that could help achieve the recommendations described in subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01972eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01972ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 month after the completion of the study conducted under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a copy of such study and recommendations submitted with such study.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01972ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01972ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01972ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the completion of the study conducted under subsection (c), the Administrator may, as appropriate to address the safety risks identified as a result of the actions taken pursuant to this section, issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to establish requirements for scheduled passenger air carrier operations under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> that may include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01972f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Training for flight attendants, pilots, aircraft maintenance technicians, airport first responders, and emergency responders on how to respond to incidents on aircraft involving fume or smoke events.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01972f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Required actions and procedures for air carriers to take after receiving a report of an incident involving a fume or smoke event in which at least 1 passenger or crew member required medical attention as a result of such incident.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01972f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Installation onboard aircraft of detectors and other air quality monitoring equipment.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01972f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s362/e" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Fume or Smoke Event Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>fume or smoke event</term>” means an event in which there is an atypical <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1126">138 STAT. 1126</page> noticeable or persistent presence of fumes or air contaminants in the cabin, including, at a minimum, a smoke event.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e17917" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="363">SEC. 363. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01972f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44705">49 USC 44705 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>COMMERCIAL AIR TOUR AND SPORT PARACHUTING SAFETY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01c8035-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Safety Requirements for Commercial Air Tour Operators</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01c8036-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Safety reforms</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01c8037-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority to conduct nonstop commercial air tours</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01c8038-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01c8039-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote>—</heading><chapeau>Subject to clause (ii), beginning on the date that is 2 years after the date a final rule is published pursuant to paragraph (3), no person may conduct commercial air tours unless such person either—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01c803a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/A/i/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>holds a certificate identifying the person as an air carrier or commercial operator under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt119">part 119 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> and conducts all commercial air tours under the applicable provisions of part 121 or <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01c803b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/A/i/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>conducts all commercial air tours pursuant to the requirements established by the Administrator under the final rule published pursuant to paragraph (3).</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01c803c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Small business exception</inline>.—</heading><content>The provisions of clause (i) shall not apply to a person who conducts 100 or fewer commercial air tours in a calendar year.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01c803d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional safety requirements</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01c803e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01c803f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01c8040-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue new or revised regulations to require a commercial air tour operator seeking to conduct an operation with a removed or modified door and a person conducting aerial photography operations seeking to conduct an operation with a removed or modified door to receive approval from the Administrator prior to conducting such operation.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01c8041-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conditions and restrictions</inline>.—</heading><content>In issuing new or revised regulations under clause (i), the Administrator may impose such conditions and restrictions as determined necessary for safety.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01c8042-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In issuing new or revised regulations under clause (i), the Administrator shall require a commercial air tour operator to demonstrate to any representative of the FAA, upon request, that a pilot authorized to operate such an air tour has received avoidance training for controlled flight into terrain and in-flight loss of control. Such training shall address reducing the risk of accidents involving unintentional flight into instrument meteorological conditions to address day, night, and low-visibility environments with special attention paid to research available as of the date of enactment of this Act on human factors issues involved in such accidents, including, at a minimum—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1127">138 STAT. 1127</page></chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca753-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B/iii/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>specific terrain, weather, and infrastructure challenges relevant in the local operating environment that increase the risk of such accidents;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca754-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B/iii/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>pilot decision-making relevant to the avoidance of instrument meteorological conditions while operating under visual flight rules;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca755-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B/iii/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>use of terrain awareness displays;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca756-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B/iii/IV" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">(IV) </num><content>spatial disorientation risk factors and countermeasures; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca757-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/1/B/iii/V" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="V">(V) </num><content>strategies for maintaining control, including the use of automated systems.</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca758-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation rulemaking committee</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca759-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ca75a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ca75b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ca75c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>The Administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review and develop findings and recommendations to increase the safety of commercial air tours.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca75d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The aviation rulemaking committee convened under subparagraph (A) shall consider, at a minimum—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca75e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau>potential changes to operations regulations or requirements for commercial air tours, including requiring—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca75f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/i/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>the adoption of pilot training standards that are comparable, as applicable, to the standards under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135/sptH">subpart H of part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca760-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/i/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>the adoption of maintenance standards that are comparable, as applicable, to the standards under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135/sptJ">subpart J of part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca761-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>establishing a performance-based standard for flight data monitoring for all commercial air tour operators that reviews all available data sources to identify deviations from established areas of operation and potential safety issues;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca762-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>requiring all commercial air tour operators to install flight data recording devices capable of supporting collection and dissemination of the data incorporated in the Flight Operational Quality Assurance Program under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s13.401">section 13.401 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or, if an aircraft cannot be retrofitted with such equipment, requiring the commercial air tour operator for such aircraft to collect and maintain flight data through alternative methods);</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca763-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>requiring all commercial air tour operators to implement a flight data monitoring program, such as a Flight Operational Quality Assurance Program;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca764-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>establishing methods to provide effective terrain awareness and warning; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca765-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/vi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">(vi) </num><chapeau>establishing methods to provide effective traffic avoidance in identified high-traffic tour areas, such as requiring commercial air tour operators that operate within such areas be equipped with an automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out- and in-supported traffic advisory system that—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca766-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/vi/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>includes both visual and aural alerts;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1128">138 STAT. 1128</page></content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca767-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/vi/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>is driven by an algorithm designed to eliminate nuisance alerts; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca768-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/vi/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>is operational during all flight operations.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca769-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/B/vii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">(vii) </num><content>codifying and uniformly applying Living History Flight Experience exemption conditions and limitations.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca76a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The aviation rulemaking committee convened under subparagraph (A) shall consist of members appointed by the Administrator, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca76b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>representatives of industry, including manufacturers of aircraft and aircraft technologies;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca76c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>air tour operators or organizations that represent such operators; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca76d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of safety management systems and flight data monitoring programs under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca76e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca76f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ca770-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ca771-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>The Administrator shall direct the aviation rulemaking committee to make findings and submit recommendations regarding each of the matters specified in clauses (i) through (vi) of subparagraph (B).</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca772-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the duties of the aviation rulemaking committee under clause (i), the Administrator shall direct the aviation rulemaking committee to consider—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca773-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca774-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>recommendations of previous aviation rulemaking committees that reviewed flight data monitoring program requirements for commercial operators under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca775-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>recommendations from industry safety organizations, including the Vertical Aviation Safety Team, the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee, and the United States Helicopter Safety Team;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca776-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/IV" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">(IV) </num><content>scientific data derived from a broad range of flight data recording technologies capable of continuously transmitting and that support a measurable and viable means of assessing data to identify and correct hazardous trends;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca777-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/V" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="V">(V) </num><content>appropriate use of data for modifying behavior to prevent accidents;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca778-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/VI" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="VI">(VI) </num><content>the need to accommodate technological advancements in flight data recording technology;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca779-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/VII" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="VII">(VII) </num><content>data gathered from aviation safety reporting programs;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca77a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/VIII" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="VIII">(VIII) </num><content>appropriate methods to provide effective terrain awareness and warning system protections while mitigating nuisance alerts for aircraft;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca77b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/IX" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IX">(IX) </num><content>the need to accommodate the diversity of airworthiness standards under part 27 and <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt29">part 29 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1129">138 STAT. 1129</page></content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca77c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/X" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="X">(X) </num><content>the need to accommodate diversity of operations and mission sets;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca77d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/XI" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="XI">(XI) </num><content>benefits of third-party data analysis for large and small operations;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca77e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/XII" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="XII">(XII) </num><content>accommodations necessary for small businesses; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca77f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/D/ii/XIII" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="XIII">(XIII) </num><content>other issues, as necessary.</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca780-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports and regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 20 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report based on the findings of the aviation rulemaking committee.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca781-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking required</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca782-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice of proposed rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date the Administrator submits a report under paragraph (2)(E), the Administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking establishing increasing safety regulations for commercial air tour operators based on the recommendations of the rulemaking committee established under paragraph (2).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca783-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph (A) shall require, at a minimum—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca784-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the adoption of pilot training standards that are comparable, as applicable, to the standards under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135/sptH">subpart H of part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> for commercial tour operators;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca785-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the adoption of maintenance standards that are comparable, as applicable, to the standards under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135/sptJ">subpart J of part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> for commercial tour operators; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca786-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/3/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>that beginning on a date determined appropriate by the Administrator, a helicopter operated by a commercial air tour operator be equipped with an approved flight data monitoring system capable of recording flight performance data.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ca787-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final rule</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ca788-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the issuance of a notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall finalize the rule.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01ca789-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Safety Requirements for Sport Parachute Operations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccd9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation rulemaking committee</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccd9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccd9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccd9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>The Administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review and develop findings and recommendations to increase the safety of sport parachute operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccd9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>This aviation rulemaking committee convened under paragraph (1) shall consider, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccd9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>potential regulatory action governing parachute operations that are conducted in the United States and are subject to the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt105">part 105 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to address—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>whether FAA-approved aircraft maintenance and inspection programs that consider, at a minimum, minimum equipment standards informed by recommended maintenance instructions of engine manufacturers, such as service bulletins and service information letters for time between overhauls and component life limits, should be implemented; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1130">138 STAT. 1130</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>initial and annual recurrent pilot training and proficiency checks for pilots conducting parachute operations that address, at a minimum, operation- and aircraft-specific weight and balance calculations, preflight inspections, emergency and recovery procedures, and parachutist egress procedures for each type of aircraft flown; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the revision of guidance material contained in the advisory circular of the FAA titled “Sport Parachuting” (AC 105–2E) to include guidance for parachute operations in implementing the FAA-approved aircraft maintenance and inspection program and the pilot training and pilot proficiency checking programs required under any new or revised regulations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>the revision of guidance materials issued in the order of the FAA titled “Flight Standards Information Management System” (FAA Order 8900.1), to include guidance for FAA inspectors who oversee an operation conducted under—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content><ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt91">part 91 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>an exception specified in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s119.1/e">section 119.1(e) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccda7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote>—</heading><chapeau>The aviation rulemaking committee under paragraph (1) shall consist of members appointed by the Administrator, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>representatives of industry, including manufacturers of aircraft and aircraft technologies;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccda9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>parachute operators, or organizations that represent such operators; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of safety management systems and flight data monitoring programs under part 135 and <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt105">part 105 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccdad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccdae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>The Administrator shall direct the aviation rulemaking committee to make findings and submit recommendations regarding each of the matters specified in subparagraphs (A) through (C) of paragraph (2).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out its duties under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall direct the aviation rulemaking committee to consider—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>findings and recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board, as relevant, and specifically such findings and recommendations related to parachute operations, including the June 21, 2019, incident in Mokuleia, Hawaii;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>recommendations of previous aviation rulemaking committees that considered similar issues;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>recommendations from industry safety organizations, including, at a minimum, the United States Parachute Association;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>appropriate use of data for modifying behavior to prevent accidents;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>data gathered from aviation safety reporting programs;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1131">138 STAT. 1131</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B/vi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">(vi) </num><content>the need to accommodate diversity of operations and mission sets;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B/vii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">(vii) </num><content>accommodations necessary for small businesses; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/4/B/viii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="viii">(viii) </num><content>other issues as necessary.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports and regulations</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 36 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report based on the findings of the aviation rulemaking committee.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccdbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccdbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote>—</heading><chapeau>The report under subparagraph (A) shall include—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/5/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>any recommendations submitted by the aviation rulemaking committee; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/b/5/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>any actions the Administrator intends to initiate, if necessary, as a result of such recommendations.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01ccdbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/c/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>air carrier</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Commercial air tour</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>commercial air tour</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s136.1">section 136.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdc2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/c/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Commercial air tour operator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>commercial air tour operator</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s136.1">section 136.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01ccdc3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s363/c/4" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Parachute operation</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>parachute operation</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s105.3">section 105.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or any successor regulation).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e18671" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="364">SEC. 364. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01ccdc4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44715">49 USC 44715 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>HAWAII AIR NOISE AND SAFETY TASK FORCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01d6a05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Participation</inline>.—</heading><content>To the extent acceptable to the State of Hawaii, the Administrator shall participate as a technical advisor in the air noise and safety task force established by State legislation in the State of Hawaii.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01d6a06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01d6a07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01d6a08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01d6a09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote>—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date on which the task force described in subsection (a) delivers findings and consensus recommendations to the FAA, the Administrator shall, consistent with maintaining the safety and efficiency of the national airspace system—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01d6a0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>issue an intent to proceed with a proposed rulemaking;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01d6a0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>take other action sufficient to carry out feasible, consensus recommendations; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01d6a0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01d6a0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Statement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01d6a0e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>issue a statement determining that no such rule or other action is warranted, including a detailed explanation of the rationale for such determination.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01d6a0f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><content>In determining whether to proceed with a proposed rulemaking, guidance, or other action under subsection (b) and, if applicable, in developing the proposed rule, guidance, or carrying out the other action, the Administrator shall consider the findings and consensus recommendations of the task force described in subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01d6a10-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In issuing the rule, guidance, or carrying out the other action described in subsection (b), the Administrator may take actions in the State of Hawaii to—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1132">138 STAT. 1132</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01d6a11-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>provide commercial air tour operators with preferred routes, times, and minimum altitudes for the purpose of noise reduction, so long as such recommendations do not negatively impact safety conditions;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01d6a12-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>provide commercial air tour operators with information regarding quiet aircraft technology; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01d6a13-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01d6a14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>establish a method for residents of the State of Hawaii to publicly report noise disruptions due to commercial air tours and for commercial air tour operators to respond to complaints.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01d6a15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed as providing the Administrator with authority to ban commercial air tour flights in the State of Hawaii for the purposes of noise reduction.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01d6a16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01d6a17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/f/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Commercial air tour</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>commercial air tour</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s136.1">section 136.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01d6a18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s364/f/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Commercial air tour operator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>commercial air tour operator</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s136.1">section 136.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e18812" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="365">SEC. 365. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01d6a19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>MODERNIZATION AND IMPROVEMENTS TO AIRCRAFT EVACUATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01f17ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall conduct a study on improvements to the safety and efficiency of evacuation standards for manufacturers and carriers of transport category airplanes, as described in parts 25 and 121 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The study required under paragraph (1) shall include—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>a prospective risk analysis, as well as an evaluation of relevant past incidents with respect to evacuation safety and evacuation standards;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>an assessment of the evacuation testing procedures described in section 25.803 of such title 14, as well as recommendations for how to revise such testing procedures to ensure that the testing procedures assess, in a safe manner, the ability of passengers with disabilities, including passengers who use wheelchairs or other mobility assistive devices, to safely and efficiently evacuate an aircraft;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>an assessment of the evacuation demonstration procedures described in such part 121, as well as recommendations for how to improve such demonstration procedures to ensure that the demonstration procedures assess, in a safe manner, the ability of passengers with disabilities, including passengers who use wheelchairs or other mobility assistive devices, to safely and efficiently evacuate an aircraft;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/A/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>the research proposed in National Transportation Safety Board Safety Recommendation A–18–009; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/A/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f17dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>any other analysis determined appropriate by the Administrator.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1133">138 STAT. 1133</page></content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall assess the following:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f17de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>The ability of passengers of different ages (including infants, children, and senior citizens) to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3eef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>The ability of passengers of different heights and weights to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>The ability of passengers with disabilities to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>The ability of passengers who cannot speak, have difficulty speaking, use synthetic speech, or are non-vocal or non-verbal to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>The ability of passengers who do not speak English to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/vi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">(vi) </num><content>The impact of the presence of carry-on luggage and personal items (such as a purse, briefcase, laptop, or backpack) on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/vii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">(vii) </num><content>The impact of seat size and passenger seating space and pitch on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/viii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="viii">(viii) </num><content>The impact of seats and other obstacles in the pathway to the exit opening from the nearest aisle on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/ix" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ix">(ix) </num><content>With respect to aircraft with parallel longitudinal aisles, the impact of seat pods or other seating configurations that block access between such aisles within a cabin on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/x" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="x">(x) </num><content>The impact of passenger load on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/xi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xi">(xi) </num><content>The impact of animals approved to accompany a passenger, including service animals, on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3ef9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/xii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xii">(xii) </num><content>Whether an applicant for a type certificate (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704/e/7">section 44704(e)(7) of title 49, United States Code</ref>) should be required to demonstrate compliance with FAA emergency evacuation regulations (as described in section 25.803 and Appendix J of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt25">part 25 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) through live testing in any case in which the Administrator determines that the new aircraft design is significant.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3efa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/B/xiii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xiii">(xiii) </num><content>Any other factor determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3efb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this paragraph:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3efc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/C/i" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passenger load</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>passenger load</term>” means the number of passengers relative to the number of seats onboard the aircraft.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1134">138 STAT. 1134</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3efd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/a/2/C/ii" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passengers with disabilities</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>passengers with disabilities</term>” means any qualified individual with a disability, as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01f3efe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation Rulemaking Committee for Evacuation Standards</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3eff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f3f00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f3f01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote>—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the completion of the study conducted under subsection (a), the Administrator shall establish an aviation rulemaking committee (in this section referred to as the “Committee”) to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f3f03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review the findings of the study; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f3f05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f3f06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>develop and submit to the Administrator recommendations regarding improvements to the evacuation standards described in parts 25 and 121 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Committee shall consist of members appointed by the Administrator, including the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Representatives of industry.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Representatives of aviation labor organizations.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of the evacuation standards and requirements under such parts 25 and 121.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Representatives of individuals with disabilities with specific knowledge of accessibility standards regarding evacuations in emergency circumstances.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Representatives of the senior citizen community.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>Representatives of pediatricians.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f0e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In reviewing the findings of the study conducted under subsection (a) and developing recommendations regarding the improvement of the evacuation standards under subsection (b)(1)(B), the Committee shall consider the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f0f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The recommendations made by any prior aviation rulemaking committee regarding the evacuation standards described in such parts 25 and 121.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f10-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Scientific data derived from the study conducted under subsection (a).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f11-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Any data gathered from aviation safety reporting programs.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f12-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>The cost-benefit analysis and risk analysis of any recommended standards.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f13-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/b/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Any other item determined appropriate by the Committee.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01f3f14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Committee submits to the Administrator the recommendations under subsection (b)(1)(B), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the findings of the study conducted under subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the recommendations of the Committee under subsection (b)(1)(B); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb01f3f17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the Administrator’s plan, if any, to implement such recommendations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb01f3f18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s365/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f3f19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after submitting to Congress the report under subsection (c), the Administrator shall <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1135">138 STAT. 1135</page> issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to implement the recommendations of the Committee that the Administrator considers appropriate.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e19193" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="366">SEC. 366. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb01f3f1a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>25-HOUR COCKPIT VOICE RECORDER.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb020026b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb020026c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb020026d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cockpit voice recorder for newly manufactured aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>A covered operator may not operate a covered aircraft manufactured later than the date that is 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act unless such aircraft has a cockpit voice recorder installed that retains the last 25 hours of recorded information using a recorder that meets the standards of Technical Standard Order TSO–C123c, or any later revision.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb020026e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cockpit voice recorder for covered aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 years after the date of enactment of this Act, a covered operator may not operate a covered aircraft unless such aircraft has a cockpit voice recorder installed that retains the last 25 hours of recorded information using a recorder that meets the standards of Technical Standard Order TSO–C123c, or any later revision.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb020026f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibited Use</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator or any covered operator may not use a cockpit voice recorder recording for a certificate action, civil penalty, or disciplinary proceedings against a flight crewmember.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0200270-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0200271-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0200272-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>issue a final rule to update applicable regulations, as necessary, to conform to the requirements of subsection (a)(2); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0200273-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>issue a rule to update applicable regulations, as necessary, to ensure, to the greatest extent practicable, that any data from a cockpit voice recorder—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0200274-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>is protected from unlawful or unauthorized disclosure to the public;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0200275-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>is used exclusively by a Federal agency or a foreign accident investigative agency for a criminal investigation, aircraft accident, or aircraft incident investigation; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0200276-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>is not deliberately erased or tampered with following a National Transportation Safety Board reportable event under <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/pt830">part 830 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for which civil and criminal penalties may be assessed in accordance with <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1155">section 1155 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and <ref href="/us/usc/t18/s32">section 32 of title 18, United States Code</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0200277-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed as rescoping, constraining, or otherwise mandating delays to FAA actions in the notice of proposed rulemaking titled “25–Hour Cockpit Voice Recorder (CVR) Requirements, New Aircraft Production”, issued on December 4, 2023 (<ref href="/us/fr/88/84090">88 Fed. Reg. 84090</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0200278-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0200279-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the confidentiality of recording and transcripts under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1114/c">section 1114(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb020027a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the ban on recording for civil penalty or certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s121.359/h">section 121.359(h) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; or<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1136">138 STAT. 1136</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb020027b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the prohibition against use of data from flight operational quality assurance programs for enforcement purposes under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s13.401">section 13.401 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb020027c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb020027d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/f/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered aircraft</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>covered aircraft</term>” means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb020298e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/f/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>an aircraft operated by an air carrier under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb020298f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/f/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>a transport category aircraft designed for operations by an air carrier or foreign air carrier type-certificated with a passenger seating capacity of 30 or more or an all-cargo or combi derivative of such an aircraft.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0202990-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s366/f/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered operator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>covered operator</term>” means the operator of a covered aircraft.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e19381" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s367" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="367">SEC. 367. </num><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARDING MANDATED CONTENTS OF ONBOARD EMERGENCY MEDICAL KITS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0202991-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0202992-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s367/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a regularly scheduled panel of experts should reexamine and provide an updated list of mandated contents of onboard emergency medical kits that is thorough and practical, keeping passenger safety and well-being paramount; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0202993-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s367/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>such panel should consider including on the list of mandated contents of such medical kits, at a minimum, opioid overdose reversal medication.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e19398" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="368">SEC. 368. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0202994-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PASSENGER AIRCRAFT FIRST AID AND EMERGENCY MEDICAL KIT EQUIPMENT AND TRAINING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0209ec5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0209ec6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0209ec7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding first aid and emergency medical kit equipment and training required for flight crewmembers, as provided in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, applicable to all certificate holders operating passenger aircraft under such part.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0209ec8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209ec9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the benefits and costs (including the costs of flight diversions and emergency landings) of requiring any new medications or equipment necessary to be included in approved emergency medical kits;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209eca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>whether the contents of the emergency medical kits include, at a minimum, appropriate medications and equipment that can practicably be administered to address—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209ecb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the emergency medical needs of children and pregnant women;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209ecc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>opioid overdose reversal;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209ecd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>anaphylaxis; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209ece-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>cardiac arrest;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209ecf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>what contents of the emergency medical kits should be readily available, to the extent practicable, for use by flight crews without prior approval by a medical professional.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0209ed0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0209ed1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0209ed2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regular Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 5 years after the issuance of the final rule under subsection (a), and every 5 years thereafter, the Administrator shall evaluate and revise, if appropriate—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209ed3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the first aid and emergency medical kit equipment and training required for flight crewmembers; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1137">138 STAT. 1137</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0209ed4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s368/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any required training for flight crewmembers regarding the content, location, and function of such kit.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e19497" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s369" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="369">SEC. 369. </num><heading>INTERNATIONAL AVIATION SAFETY ASSESSMENT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0213b15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s369/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation Safety Oversight Measures Carried Out by Foreign Countries</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">Chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb021fe66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44747">“§ 44747.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb021fe67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notifications.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb021fe68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44747">49 USC 44747</ref>.</p></sidenote> Aviation safety oversight measures carried out by foreign countries</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb021fe69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assessment</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb021fe6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On a regular basis, the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of State, shall assess aviation safety oversight measures carried out by any foreign country—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb021fe6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>from which a foreign air carrier is conducting foreign air transportation to and from the United States;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb021fe6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>from which a foreign air carrier seeks to conduct foreign air transportation to and from the United States;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb021fe6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>whose air carriers carry or seek to carry the code of a United States air carrier; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb021fe6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb021fe6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation and criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting an assessment described in paragraph (1), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222580-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>consult with the appropriate authorities of the government of the foreign country;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222581-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0222582-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>determine the efficacy with which such foreign country carries out and complies with its aviation safety oversight responsibilities consistent with—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0222583-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>the Convention on International Civil Aviation (in this section referred to as the ‘Chicago Convention’);</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0222584-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>international aviation safety standards; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0222585-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>recommended practices set forth by the International Civil Aviation Organization;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222586-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>use a standard approach and methodology that will result in an analysis of the aviation safety oversight activities of such foreign country that are carried out to meet the minimum standards contained in Annexes 1, 6, and 8 to the Chicago Convention in effect on the date of the assessment, or any such successor documents; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222587-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>identify instances of noncompliance pertaining to the aviation safety oversight activities of such foreign country consistent with the Chicago Convention, international aviation safety standards, and recommended practices set forth by the International Civil Aviation Organization.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222588-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Findings of noncompliance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which the assessment described in subsection (a)(1) finds an instance of non-compliance, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222589-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>notify the foreign country that is the subject of such finding;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb022258a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb022258b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb022258c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb022258d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 90 days after transmission of such notification, request and initiate final discussions with the foreign country to recommend actions by which the foreign country can mitigate the noncompliance; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1138">138 STAT. 1138</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb022258e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>after the discussions described in subparagraph (B) have concluded, determine whether or not the noncompliance finding has been corrected;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb022258f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0222590-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Uncorrected Non-compliance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Administrator finds that such foreign country has not corrected the non-compliance by the close of such final discussions—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222591-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>the Administrator shall notify the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of State that the condition of noncompliance remains;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222592-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>the Administrator, after consulting with informing the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of State, shall notify the foreign country of such finding; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222593-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><chapeau>notwithstanding section 40105(b), the Administrator, after consulting with the appropriate civil aviation authority of such foreign country and notifying the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of State, may withhold, revoke, or prescribe conditions on the operating authority of a foreign air carrier that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222594-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>provides or seeks to provide foreign air transportation to and from the United States; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222595-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>carries or seeks to carry the code of an air carrier.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0222596-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0222597-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subsections (a) and (b), the Administrator retains the ability to take immediate safety oversight actions if the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of State, as needed, determines that a condition exists that threatens the safety of passengers, aircraft, or crew traveling to or from such foreign country. In this event that the Administrator makes a determination under this subsection, the Administrator shall immediately notify the Secretary of State of such determination so that the Secretary of State may issue a travel advisory with respect to such foreign country.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0222598-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public Notification</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0222599-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which the Administrator provides notification to a foreign country under subsection (b)(2), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb022259a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb022259b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb022259c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommend the actions necessary to bring such foreign country into compliance with the international standards contained in the Chicago Convention;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb022259d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb022259e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb022259f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Federal Register, publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02225a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02225a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>publish the identity of such foreign country on the website of the Federal Aviation Administration, in the Federal Register, and through other mediums appropriate to provide notice to the public; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02225a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>brief the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate on the identity of such foreign country and a summary of any critical safety information resulting from an assessment described in subsection (a)(1).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02225a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Compliance</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator finds that a foreign country subsequently corrects all outstanding noncompliances, the Administrator, after consulting with the appropriate civil aviation authority of such foreign country and notifying the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of State, shall take actions as necessary to ensure the updated compliance status is reflected, including in the mediums invoked in paragraph (1)(B).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1139">138 STAT. 1139</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02225a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Accuracy of the IASA List</inline>.—</heading><content>A foreign country that does not have foreign air carrier activity, as described in subsection (a)(1), for an extended period of time, as determined by the Administrator, shall be removed for inactivity from the public listings described in subsection (d)(1)(B), after informing the Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of State.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02225a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consistency</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02225a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02225a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administration shall use data, tools, and methods that ensure transparency and repeatability of assessments conducted under this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02225a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Training</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall ensure that Administration personnel are properly and adequately trained to carry out the assessments set forth in this section, including with respect to the standards, methodology, and material used to make determinations under this section.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02225a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s369/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02225aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter through 2028, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the assessments conducted under the amendments made by this section, including the results of any corrective actions taken by noncompliant foreign countries.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02225ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s369/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02225ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02225ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44701.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44747. </designator> <label>Aviation safety oversight measures carried out by foreign countries.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e19839" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s370" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="370">SEC. 370. </num><heading>WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION ENFORCEMENT.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0224cbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42121/b">Section 42121(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0224cbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s370/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the subsection heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Department of labor complaint procedure</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Department of labor and federal aviation administration complaint procedure</headingText></quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0224cc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s370/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (5) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb02272d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02272d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Enforcement of order</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Whenever any person has failed to comply with an order issued under paragraph (3), the Secretary of Labor and the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall consult with each other to determine the most appropriate action to be taken, in which—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02272d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the Secretary of Labor may file a civil action in the United States district court for the district in which the violation was found to occur to enforce such order, for which, in actions brought under this paragraph, the district courts shall have jurisdiction to grant all appropriate relief including, injunctive relief and compensatory damages; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02272d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02272d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Penalties.</p></sidenote><content>the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may assess a civil penalty pursuant to section 46301.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e19910" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s371" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="371">SEC. 371. </num><heading>CIVIL PENALTIES FOR WHISTLEBLOWER PROTECTION PROGRAM VIOLATIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301/d/2">Section 46301(d)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 42121,</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>chapter 441</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e19926" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="372">SEC. 372. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02299e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ENHANCED QUALIFICATION PROGRAM FOR RESTRICTED AIRLINE TRANSPORT PILOT CERTIFICATE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0244797-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1140">138 STAT. 1140</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0244798-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0244799-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb024479a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish the requirements for a program to be known as the Enhanced Qualification Program (in this section referred to as the “Program”) under which—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024479b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb024479c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p></sidenote><content>qualified air carriers are certified by the Administrator to provide enhanced training for eligible pilots seeking to obtain restricted airline transport certificates, either directly by the air carrier or by a certified training institution under part 141 or <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt142">part 142 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, that is under contract with the qualified air carrier; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024479d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>qualified instructors and evaluators provide enhanced training to eligible pilots pursuant to the curriculum requirements under paragraph (4).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024479e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualified instructors and evaluators</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Under the Program—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024479f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>all testing and training shall be performed by qualified instructors; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>all evaluations shall be performed by qualified evaluators.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidelines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Pilot assessment</inline>.—</heading><content>Under the Program, the Administrator shall establish guidelines for an assessment that prospective pilots are required to pass in order to participate in the training under the Program.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote> Such assessment shall include an evaluation of the pilot’s aptitude, ability, and readiness for operation of transport category aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program curriculum</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Under the Program, the Administrator shall establish requirements for the curriculum to be provided under the Program. Such curriculum shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>a nationally standardized, non-air carrier or aircraft-specific training curriculum which shall—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>ensure prospective pilots have appropriate knowledge at the commercial pilot certificate, multi-engine rating, and instrument rating level;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>introduce the pilots to concepts associated with air carrier operations;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>meet all requirements for an ATP Certification Training Program under part 61.156 or <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt142">part 142 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/A/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>include a course of instruction designed to prepare the prospective pilot to take the ATP Multiengine Airplane Knowledge Test;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>an aircraft-specific training curriculum, developed by the air carrier using objectives and learning standards developed by the Administrator, which shall—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>only be administered to prospective pilots who have completed the requirements under subparagraph (A);</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau>resemble a type rating training curriculum that includes aircraft ground and flight training that culminates in—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/B/ii/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>the completion of a maneuvers evaluation that incorporates elements of a type rating practical test; or<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1141">138 STAT. 1141</page></content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/B/ii/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>at the discretion of the air carrier, an actual type rating practical test resulting in the issuance of a type rating for the specific aircraft; and</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>ensure the prospective pilot has an adequate understanding and working knowledge of transport category aircraft automation and autoflight systems; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><chapeau>air carrier-specific procedures using objectives and learning standards developed by the Administrator to further expand on the concepts described in subparagraphs (A) and (B), which shall—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>only be administered to prospective pilots who have completed requirements under subparagraphs (A) and (B) and an ATP Multiengine Airplane Knowledge Test;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>include instructions on air carrier checklist usage and standard operating procedures; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/4/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>integrate aircraft-specific training in appropriate flight simulation training devices representing the specific aircraft type, including complete crew resource management and scenario-based training.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application and certification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Under the Program, the Administrator shall establish a process for air carriers to apply for training program certification. Such<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote> process shall include a review to ensure that the training provided by the air carrier will meet the requirements of this section, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the assessment requirements under paragraph (3);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the curriculum requirements under paragraph (4);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/5/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the requirements for qualified instructors under subsection (d)(5); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/5/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the requirements for eligible pilots under subsection (d)(2).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Oversight.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Data</inline>.—</heading><content>Under the Program, the Administrator shall require that each qualified air carrier participating in the Program collect and submit to the Administrator such data from the Program that the Administrator determines is appropriate for the Administrator to provide for oversight of the Program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/a/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regular inspection</inline>.—</heading><content>Under the Program, the Administrator shall provide for the regular inspection of qualified air carriers certified under paragraph (5) to ensure that the air carrier continues to meet the requirements under the Program.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02447c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02447c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may issue regulations or guidance as determined necessary to carry out the Program.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02447c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clarification Regarding Required Flight Hours</inline>.—</heading><content>The provisions of this section shall have no effect on the total flight hours required under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt61.159">part 61.159 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to receive an airline transport pilot certificate, or the Administrator’s authority under section 217(d) of the Airline Safety and Federal Aviation Administration Extension Act of 2010 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>) (as in effect on the date of enactment of this section).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02447c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>air carrier</term>” has the meaning given that term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1142">138 STAT. 1142</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible pilot</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>eligible pilot</term>” means a pilot that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02447c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>has—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>graduated from a United States Armed Forces undergraduate pilot training school;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02447c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>obtained a degree with an aviation major from an institution of higher education (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt61.1">part 61.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) that has been issued a letter of authorization by the Administrator under part 61.169 of such title 14; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0246eda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/2/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>completed flight and ground training for a commercial pilot certificate in the airplane category and an airplane instrument rating at a certified training institution under part 141 of such title 14;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246edb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>has a current commercial pilot certificate under part 61.123 of such title 14, with airplane category multi-engine and instrument ratings under part 61.129 of such title 14; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246edc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>meets the pilot assessment requirements under subsection (a)(3).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246edd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualified air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>qualified air carrier</term>” means an air carrier that has been issued a part 119 operating certificate for conducting operations under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246ede-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/4" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualified evaluator</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>qualified evaluator</term>” means an individual that meets the requirements for a training center evaluator under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt142.55">part 142.55 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, or for check airmen under part 121.411 of such title.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246edf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/5" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualified instructor</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>qualified instructor</term>” means an individual that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246ee0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>is qualified in accordance with the minimum training requirements for an ATP Certification Training Program under paragraphs (1) through (3) of part 121.410(b) of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246ee1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>if the instructor is a flight instructor, is qualified in accordance with part 121.410(b)(4) of such title;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246ee2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/5/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>if the instructor is administering type rating practical tests, is qualified as an appropriate examiner for such rating;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246ee3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/5/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>received training in threat and error management, facilitation, and risk mitigation determined appropriate by the Administrator; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0246ee4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stA/s372/d/5/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>meets any other requirement determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle id="d9133e20334" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading>Aviation Cybersecurity</heading> <section id="d9133e20339" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="391">SEC. 391. </num><heading>FINDINGS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb024e415-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Congress finds the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e416-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Congress has tasked the FAA with responsibility for securing the national airspace system, including the air traffic control system and other air navigation services, civil aircraft, and aeronautical products and articles through safety regulation and oversight. These mandates have included protecting <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1143">138 STAT. 1143</page> against cyber threats affecting aviation safety or the Administration’s provision of safe, secure, and efficient air navigation services and airspace management.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e417-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>In 2016, Congress passed the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016, pursuant to which the FAA enhanced the cybersecurity of the national airspace system by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e418-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>developing a cybersecurity strategic plan;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e419-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>coordinating with other Federal agencies to identify cyber vulnerabilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e41a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>developing a cyber threat model; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e41b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>completing a comprehensive, strategic policy framework to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks to the air traffic control system.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e41c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>In 2018, Congress passed the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 which—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e41d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>authorized funding for the construction of FAA facilities dedicated to improving the cybersecurity of the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e41e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>required the FAA to review and update its comprehensive, strategic policy framework for cybersecurity to assess the degree to which the framework identifies and addresses known cybersecurity risks associated with the aviation system, and evaluate existing short- and long-term objectives for addressing cybersecurity risks to the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e41f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>created a Chief Technology Officer position within the FAA to be responsible for, among other things, coordinating the implementation, operation, maintenance, and cybersecurity of technology programs relating to the air traffic control system with the aviation industry and other Federal agencies; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e420-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>directed the National Academy of Sciences to study the cybersecurity workforce of the FAA in order to develop recommendations to increase the size, quality, and diversity of such workforce.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb024e421-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s391/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Congress has declared that the FAA is the primary Federal agency to assess and address the threats posed from cyber incidents relating to FAA-provided air traffic control and air navigation services and the threats posed from cyber incidents relating to civil aircraft, aeronautical products and articles, aviation networks, aviation systems, services, and operations, and the aerospace industry affecting aviation safety or the provision of safe, secure, and efficient air navigation services and airspace management by the Administration.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e20410" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s392" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="392">SEC. 392. </num><heading>AEROSPACE PRODUCT SAFETY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0253242-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s392/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cybersecurity Standards</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701/a">Section 44701(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0253243-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s392/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>cybersecurity,</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>quality of work,</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0253244-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s392/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (5)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0253245-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s392/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>cybersecurity and</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>standards for</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0253246-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s392/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>procedure</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>procedures</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0253247-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s392/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exclusive Rulemaking Authority</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">Section 44701 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1144">138 STAT. 1144</page> <quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0253248-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exclusive Rulemaking Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law and except as provided in section 40131, the Administrator, in consultation with the heads of such other agencies as the Administrator determines necessary, shall have exclusive authority to prescribe regulations for purposes of assuring the cybersecurity of civil aircraft, aircraft engines, propellers, and appliances.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e20497" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s393" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="393">SEC. 393. </num><heading>FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION REGULATIONS, POLICY, AND GUIDANCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0258069-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s393/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch401">Chapter 401 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0261caa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="40131">“§ 40131.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0261cab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40131">49 USC 40131</ref>.</p></sidenote> National airspace system cyber threat management process</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0261cac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, in consultation with the heads of other agencies as the Administrator determines necessary, shall establish a national airspace system cyber threat management process to protect the national airspace system cyber environment, including the safety, security, and efficiency of air navigation services provided by the Administration.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0261cad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Issues To Be Addressed</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the national airspace system cyber threat management process under subsection (a), the Administrator shall, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>monitor the national airspace system for significant cybersecurity incidents;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261caf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>in consultation with appropriate Federal agencies, evaluate the cyber threat landscape for the national airspace system, including updating such evaluation on both annual and threat-based timelines;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>conduct national airspace system cyber incident analyses;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>create a cyber common operating picture for the national airspace system cyber environment;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>coordinate national airspace system significant cyber incident responses with other appropriate Federal agencies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><content>track significant cyber incident detection, response, mitigation implementation, recovery, and closure;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><content>establish a process, or utilize existing processes, to share relevant significant cyber incident data related to the national airspace system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><content>facilitate significant cybersecurity reporting, including through the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Agency; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">“(9) </num><content>consider any other matter the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0261cb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cyber common operating picture</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>cyber common operating picture</term>’ means the correlation of a detected cyber incident or cyber threat in the national airspace system and other operational anomalies to provide a holistic view of potential cause and impact.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cyber environment</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>cyber environment</term>’ means the information environment consisting of the interdependent networks of information technology infrastructures and resident data, including the internet, telecommunications <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1145">138 STAT. 1145</page> networks, computer systems, and embedded processors and controllers.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cyber incident</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term ‘<term>cyber incident</term>’ means an action that creates noticeable degradation, disruption, or destruction to the cyber environment and causes a safety or other negative impact on operations of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>civil aircraft; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>aeronautical products and articles.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cyber threat</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>cyber threat</term>’ means the threat of an action that, if carried out, would constitute a cyber incident or an electronic attack.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Electronic attack</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>electronic attack</term>’ means the use of electromagnetic spectrum energy to impede operations in the cyber environment, including through techniques such as jamming or spoofing.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0261cc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Significant cyber incident</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>significant cyber incident</term>’ means a cyber incident, or a group of related cyber incidents, that the Administrator determines is likely to result in demonstrable harm to the national airspace system of the United States.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0261cc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s393/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch401">chapter 401 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0261cc2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC </ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0261cc3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 40101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“40131. </designator> <label>National airspace system cyber threat management process.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e20715" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s394" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="394">SEC. 394. </num><heading>SECURING AIRCRAFT AVIONICS SYSTEMS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb02643d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 506(a) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 U.S.C. 44704 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02643d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s394/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>consider, where appropriate, revising</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>revise, as appropriate, existing</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02643d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s394/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02643d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s394/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02643d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s394/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0266ae9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>to establish a process and timeline by which software-based systems and equipment, including aircraft flight critical systems of aircraft operated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, can be regularly screened to attempt to determine whether the software-based systems and equipment have been compromised by unauthorized external or internal access.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e20782" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="395">SEC. 395. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0266aea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40131">49 USC 40131 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CIVIL AVIATION CYBERSECURITY RULEMAKING COMMITTEE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb027a36b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb027a36c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb027a36d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reviews.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee on civil aircraft cybersecurity to conduct reviews (as segmented under subsection (c)) and develop findings and recommendations on cybersecurity standards for civil aircraft, aircraft ground support information systems, airports, air traffic control mission systems, and aeronautical products and articles.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb027a36e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb027a36f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027a370-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>for each segmented review conducted by the committee convened under subsection (a), submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report based on the findings of such review; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1146">138 STAT. 1146</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027a371-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>not later than 180 days after the date of submission of a report under paragraph (1) and, in consultation with other agencies as the Administrator determines necessary, for consensus recommendations reached by such aviation rulemaking committee—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027a372-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>undertake a rulemaking, if appropriate, based on such recommendations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a supplemental report with explanations for each consensus recommendation not addressed, if applicable, by a rulemaking under subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb027ca84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Segmentation</inline>.—</heading><content>In tasking the aviation rulemaking committee with developing findings and recommendations relating to aviation cybersecurity, the Administrator shall direct such committee to segment and sequence work by the topic or subject matter of regulation, including by directing the committee to establish subgroups to consider different topics and subject matters.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb027ca85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection (a) shall consist of members appointed by the Administrator, including representatives of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>aircraft manufacturers, to include at least 1 manufacturer of transport category aircraft;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>air carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>unmanned aircraft system stakeholders, including operators, service suppliers, and manufacturers of hardware components and software applications;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>manufacturers of powered-lift aircraft;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>airports;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>original equipment manufacturers of ground and space-based aviation infrastructure;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of aircraft cybersecurity; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/d/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>a nonprofit which operates 1 or more federally funded research and development centers with specific knowledge of aviation and cybersecurity.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb027ca8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb027ca8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Member Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><content>Prior to a member’s appointment under subsection (c), the Administrator shall establish appropriate requirements related to nondisclosure, background investigations, security clearances, or other screening mechanisms for applicable members of the aviation rulemaking committee who require access to sensitive security information or other protected information relevant to the member’s duties on the rulemaking committee. Members shall protect the sensitive security information in accordance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/pt1520">part 1520 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb027ca90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on Compensation</inline>.—</heading><content>The members of the aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection (a) shall not receive pay, allowances, or benefits from the Government by reason of their service on such committee.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb027ca91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator may direct such committee to consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>existing aviation cybersecurity standards, regulations, policies, and guidance, including those from other Federal agencies, and the need to harmonize or deconflict proposed and existing standards, regulations, policies, and guidance;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>threat- and risk-based security approaches used by the aviation industry, including the assessment of the potential costs and benefits of cybersecurity actions;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1147">138 STAT. 1147</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>data gathered from cybersecurity or safety reporting;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the diversity of operations and systems on aircraft and amongst air carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>design approval holder aircraft network security guidance for operators;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>FAA services, aviation industry services, and aircraft use of positioning, navigation, and timing data in the context of Executive Order No. 13905, as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>updates needed to airworthiness regulations and systems safety assessment methods used to show compliance with airworthiness requirements for design, function, installation, and certification of civil aircraft, aeronautical products and articles, and aircraft networks;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>updates needed to air carrier operating and maintenance regulations to ensure continued adherence with processes and procedures established in airworthiness regulations to provide cybersecurity protections for aircraft systems, including for continued airworthiness;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>policies and procedures to coordinate with other Federal agencies, including intelligence agencies, and the aviation industry in sharing information and analyses related to cyber threats to civil aircraft information, data, networks, systems, services, operations, and technology and aeronautical products and articles;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><content>the response of the Administrator and aviation industry to, and recovery from, cyber incidents, including by coordinating with other Federal agencies, including intelligence agencies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/11" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="11">(11) </num><content>processes for members of the aviation industry to voluntarily report to the FAA cyber incidents that may affect aviation safety in a manner that protects trade secrets and confidential business information;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/12" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="12">(12) </num><content>appropriate cybersecurity controls for aircraft networks, aircraft systems, and aeronautical products and articles to protect aviation safety, including airworthiness;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/13" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="13">(13) </num><content>appropriate cybersecurity controls for airports relative to the size and nature of airside operations of such airports to ensure aviation safety;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027ca9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/14" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="14">(14) </num><content>minimum standards for protecting civil aircraft, aeronautical products and articles, aviation networks, aviation systems, services, and operations from cyber threats and cyber incidents;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027caa0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/15" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="15">(15) </num><content>international collaboration, where appropriate and consistent with the interests of aviation safety in air commerce and national security, with other civil aviation authorities, international aviation and standards organizations, and any other appropriate entities to protect civil aviation from cyber incidents and cyber threats;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027caa1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/16" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="16">(16) </num><content>activities of the Administrator under section 506 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">49 U.S.C. 44704 note</ref>) (as amended by section 394); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb027caa2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/g/17" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="17">(17) </num><content>any other matter the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb027caa3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s395/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><content>The definitions set forth in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40131">section 40131 of title 49, United States Code</ref> (as added by this subtitle), shall apply to this section.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1148">138 STAT. 1148</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e21045" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="396">SEC. 396. </num><heading>GAO REPORT ON CYBERSECURITY OF COMMERCIAL AVIATION AVIONICS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0283fd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0283fd5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall conduct a review on the consideration, identification, and inclusion of aircraft cybersecurity into the strategic framework of principles and policies developed pursuant to section 2111 of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44903">49 U.S.C. 44903 note</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0283fd6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0283fd7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the review under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall assess—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0283fd8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>how onboard aircraft cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities are defined, identified, and accounted for in the comprehensive and strategic framework described in subsection (a), including how the implementation of such framework protects and defends FAA networks and systems to mitigate risks to FAA missions and service delivery;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0283fd9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>how onboard aircraft cybersecurity, particularly of aircraft avionics, is considered, incorporated, and prioritized for mitigation in the cybersecurity strategy, including pursuant to the framework described in paragraph (1);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0283fda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>how the Transportation Security Agency and FAA differentiate and manage the roles and responsibilities for the cybersecurity of aircraft and ground systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0283fdb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>how cybersecurity vulnerabilities of aircraft and ground systems are considered, incorporated, and prioritized for mitigation in the cybersecurity strategy; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0283fdc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>the budgets of the parties responsible for implementing the strategy framework for aviation security, as identified in subsection (a), to satisfy mitigation requirements necessary to secure the aviation ecosystem from onboard cybersecurity vulnerabilities.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0283fdd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report Required</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit a report containing the results of the review required by this section to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0283fde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the appropriate committees of Congress;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0283fdf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0283fe0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIII/stB/s396/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num value="IV">TITLE IV—</num><heading>AEROSPACE WORKFORCE</heading> <section id="d9133e21135" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s401" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="401">SEC. 401. </num><heading>REPEAL OF DUPLICATIVE OR OBSOLETE WORKFORCE PROGRAMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02866f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s401/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Repeal</inline>.—</heading><content>Sections 44510 and 44515 of <ref href="/us/usc/t49">title 49, United States Code</ref>, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02866f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s401/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendments</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch445">chapter 445 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02866f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02866f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44501.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the items relating to sections 44510 and 44515.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e21181" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s402" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="402">SEC. 402. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02866f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CIVIL AIRMEN STATISTICS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0288e06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s402/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication Frequency</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall publish the study commonly referred to as the “U.S. Civil Airmen Statistics” on a monthly basis.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0288e07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s402/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb028b518-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb028b519-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Website.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Presentation of Data</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall make the data from the study under subsection (a) publicly available <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1149">138 STAT. 1149</page> on the website of the Administration in a user-friendly, downloadable format.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb028b51a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s402/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb028b51b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Expanded Data Criteria</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall ensure that data sets and tables published as part of the study described in subsection (a) display information relating to the sex of certificate holders in more instances.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb028b51c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s402/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb028b51d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb028b51e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Website.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Historical Data</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall make all previously published annual data from the study described in subsection (a) available on the website of the Administration.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e21244" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="403">SEC. 403. </num><heading>BESSIE COLEMAN WOMEN IN AVIATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ab0ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02ab0f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish the Bessie Coleman Women in Aviation Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the “Committee”).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ab0f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Purpose</inline>.—</heading><content>The Committee shall advise the Secretary and the Administrator on matters and policies related to promoting the recruitment, retention, employment, education, training, career advancement, and well-being of women in the aviation industry and aviation-focused Federal civil service positions.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ab0f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Form of Directives</inline>.—</heading><content>All activities carried out by the Committee, including special committees, shall be in response to written terms of work from the Secretary or taskings approved by a majority of the voting members of the Committee and may not duplicate the objectives of the Air Carrier Training Aviation Rulemaking Committee.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ad803-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Functions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the directives described in subsection (c), the functions of the Committee are as follows:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad804-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Foster industry collaboration in an open and transparent manner by engaging, as prescribed by this section, with representatives of the private sector associated with an entity described in subsection (e)(1)(B).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad805-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Make recommendations for strategic objectives, priorities, and policies that would improve the recruitment, retention, training, and career advancement of women in aviation professions.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad806-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Evaluate opportunities for the Administration to improve the recruitment and retention of women in the Administration.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad807-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/d/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Periodically review and update the recommendations directed to the FAA and non-FAA entities produced by the Advisory Board created pursuant to section 612 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) to improve the implementation of such recommendations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad808-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/d/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Coordinate with the Office of Civil Rights of the Department of Transportation and the Federal Women’s Program of the FAA to ensure directives described in subsection (c) do not duplicate objectives of such office or program.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ad809-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad80a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Voting members</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Committee shall be composed of the following members:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad80b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The Administrator, or the designee of the Administrator.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1150">138 STAT. 1150</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad80c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02ad80d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote><chapeau>At least 25 individuals, appointed by the Secretary, representing the following:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad80e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>Aircraft manufacturers and aerospace companies.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad80f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau>Public and private aviation labor organizations, including collective bargaining representatives of—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad810-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/ii/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>aviation safety inspectors and safety engineers of the FAA;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad811-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/ii/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>air traffic controllers;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad812-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/ii/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>certified aircraft maintenance technicians; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad813-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/ii/IV" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">(IV) </num><content>commercial airline crewmembers.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad814-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>General aviation operators.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad815-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>Air carriers.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad816-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>Business aviation operators, including powered-lift operators.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad817-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/vi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">(vi) </num><content>Unmanned aircraft systems operators.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad818-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/vii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">(vii) </num><content>Aviation safety management experts.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad819-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/viii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="viii">(viii) </num><content>Aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul entities.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad81a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/ix" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ix">(ix) </num><content>Airport owners, operators, and employees.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad81b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/x" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="x">(x) </num><content>Institutions of higher education (as defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1001">20 U.S.C. 1001</ref>)), a postsecondary vocational institution (as defined in section 102(c) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1002">20 U.S.C. 1002</ref>)), or a high school or secondary school (as such terms are defined in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s7801">20 U.S.C. 7801</ref>)).</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad81c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/xi" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xi">(xi) </num><content>A flight school that provides flight training, as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt61">part 61 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, or that holds a pilot school certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt141">part 141 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad81d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/xii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xii">(xii) </num><content>Aviation maintenance technician schools governed under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt147">part 147 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad81e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/xiii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xiii">(xiii) </num><content>Engineering business associations.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad81f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/xiv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xiv">(xiv) </num><content>Civil Air Patrol.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad820-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/1/B/xv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xv">(xv) </num><content>Nonprofit organizations within the aviation industry.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad821-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nonvoting members</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad822-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02ad823-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In addition to the members appointed under paragraph (1), the Committee shall be composed of not more than 5 nonvoting members appointed by the Secretary from among officers or employees of the FAA, at least 1 of which shall be an employee of the Office of Civil Rights of the FAA.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad824-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional nonvoting members</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may invite representatives from the Department of Education and Department of Labor to serve as nonvoting members on the Committee.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad825-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The nonvoting members may—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad826-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>take part in deliberations of the Committee; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad827-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>provide subject matter expertise with respect to reports and recommendations of the Committee.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1151">138 STAT. 1151</page></content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad828-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>The nonvoting members may not represent any stakeholder interest other than that of the respective Federal agency of the member.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad829-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Terms</inline>.—</heading><content>Each voting member and nonvoting member of the Committee appointed by the Secretary shall be appointed for a term that expires not later than the date on which the authorization of the Committee expires under subsection (k).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad82a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Committee characteristics</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Committee shall have the following characteristics:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad82b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The ability to obtain necessary information from additional experts in the aviation and aerospace communities.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad82c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>A membership that enables the Committee to have substantive discussions and reach consensus on issues in a timely manner.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad82d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Appropriate expertise, including expertise in human resources, human capital management, policy, labor relations, employment training, workforce development, and youth outreach.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad82e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/e/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02ad82f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Date</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 9 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall make the appointments described in this subsection.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ad830-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Chairperson</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad831-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Committee shall select a chairperson from among the voting members of the Committee.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad832-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Term</inline>.—</heading><content>The Chairperson shall serve a 2-year term.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ad833-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Meetings</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad834-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/g/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Frequency</inline>.—</heading><content>The Committee shall meet at least twice each year at the call of the Chairperson or the Secretary.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad835-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/g/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public attendance</inline>.—</heading><content>The meetings of the Committee shall be open and accessible to the public.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad836-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/g/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Administrative support</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall furnish the Committee with logistical and administrative support to enable the Committee to perform the duties of the Committee.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ad837-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Special Committees</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad838-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/h/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Committee may establish special committees composed of industry representatives, members of the public, labor representatives, and other relevant parties in complying with the consultation and participation requirements under subsection (d).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad839-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/h/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicable law</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t5/ch10">Chapter 10 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, shall not apply to a special committee established by the Committee.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02ad83a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Personnel Matters</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad83b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/i/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">No compensation of members</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02ad83c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/i/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Non-federal employees</inline>.—</heading><content>A member of the Committee who is not an officer or employee of the Government shall serve without compensation.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02aff4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/i/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Federal employees</inline>.—</heading><content>A member of the Committee who is an officer or employee of the Federal Government shall serve without compensation in addition to the compensation received for the services of the member as an officer or employee of the Federal Government.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02aff4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/i/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Death or resignation</inline>.—</heading><content>If a member of the Committee dies or resigns during the term of service of such member, <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1152">138 STAT. 1152</page> the Secretary shall designate a successor for the unexpired term of such member.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02aff4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/j" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02aff50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/j/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02aff51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02aff52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Summaries.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Task reports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Committee shall submit to the Secretary and the appropriate committees of Congress annual reports detailing the completion of each directive summarizing the—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02aff53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/j/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>findings and associated recommendations of the Committee for any legislative and administrative actions the Committee considers appropriate to improve the advancement of women in aviation; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02aff54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/j/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>planned activities of the Committee, as directed by the Secretary or approved by a majority of voting members of the Committee, and proposed terms of work to fulfill each activity.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02aff55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/j/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02aff56-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02aff57-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional reports</inline>.—</heading><content>The Committee may submit to the appropriate committees of Congress, the Secretary, and the Administrator additional reports and recommendations related to education, training, recruitment, retention, and advancement of women in the aviation industry as the Committee determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02aff58-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s403/k" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="k">(k) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The authorization of the Committee shall expire on October 1, 2028.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e21767" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="404">SEC. 404. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02aff59-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">49 USC 106 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FAA ENGAGEMENT AND COLLABORATION WITH HBCUS AND MSIS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02b738a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b738b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>shall continue—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b738c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>to partner with and conduct outreach to Historically Black Colleges and Universities and minority serving institutions to promote awareness of educational and career opportunities, including the Educational Partnership Initiative of the FAA, and develop curriculum related to aerospace, aviation, and air traffic control; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b738d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>operation of the Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b738e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>may—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b738f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>make internship placements under the Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program available during academic sessions throughout the year; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b7390-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>extend an internship placement under the Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program for a student beyond a single academic session.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02b7391-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program Data</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the Minority Serving Institutions Internship Program, the Administrator shall track data, including annual metrics measuring the following with respect to such Program:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b7392-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The total number of applicants.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b7393-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The total number of applicants offered an internship and the total number of applicants who accept an internship.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b7394-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The line of business in which each intern is placed.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02b7395-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The conversion rate of interns in the Program who are hired as full-time FAA employees.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02b7396-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s404/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Minority Serving Institution Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>minority serving institution</term>” means an institution described in paragraphs (1) through (7) of section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1067q/a">20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)</ref>).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1153">138 STAT. 1153</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e21861" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s405" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="405">SEC. 405. </num><heading>AIRMAN KNOWLEDGE TESTING WORKING GROUP.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02b9aa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s405/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02b9aa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02b9aa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Working Group</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall task the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee to establish a working group to assess and evaluate the appropriateness of allowing a high school student, upon successful completion of an aviation maintenance curriculum, to take the general written knowledge portion of the mechanic exam described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s65.75">section 65.75 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, at an FAA-approved testing center.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02b9aaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s405/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02b9aab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02b9aac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee tasks the working group under subsection (a), the working group shall submit to the Administrator a final report with relevant findings and recommendations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02b9aad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s405/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">High School Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>high school</term>” has the meaning given such term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s7801">20 U.S.C. 7801</ref>).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e21911" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s406" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="406">SEC. 406. </num><heading>AIRMAN CERTIFICATION STANDARDS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02be8ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s406/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall use the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee Airman Certification System Working Group (in this section referred to as the “Working Group”) to review airman certification standards and ensure that airman proficiency and knowledge correlates and corresponds to regulations, procedures, equipment, aviation infrastructure, and safety trends at the time of such review.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02be8cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s406/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Working Group shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02be8d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s406/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>obtain industry recommendations on maintaining and updating airman certification standards, including guidance documents and airman tests;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02be8d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s406/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>ensure tasks carried out by the Working Group are addressed and completed in a timely and efficient manner; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02be8d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s406/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>recommend to the Administrator a means by which the FAA may communicate to industry the process for establishing, updating, and maintaining airman certification standards, including relevant guidance documents, handbooks, and airman test materials.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e21949" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="407">SEC. 407. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02be8d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRMAN’S MEDICAL BILL OF RIGHTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02cac24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02cac26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Development</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall develop a document (in this section referred to as the “Airman’s Medical Bill of Rights”) detailing the rights of an individual before, during, and after a medical examination conducted by an Aviation Medical Examiner.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Airman’s Medical Bill of Rights required under paragraph (1) shall, at a minimum, contain information about the right of an individual to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>bring a trusted companion or request to have a chaperone present for a medical examination;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>terminate an exam in accordance with guidelines from the Administrator for appropriately terminating such exam;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>receive medical examination with respect and recognition of the dignity of the individual;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1154">138 STAT. 1154</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>be assured of privacy and confidentiality;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>select an Aviation Medical Examiner of the choice of the individual, as long as the Aviation Medical Examiner has the required designations;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>privacy when changing, undressing, and using the restroom;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>ask questions about FAA medical standards and the applicability to the current health status of the individual;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02cac30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>report an incident of misconduct by an Aviation Medical Examiner to the appropriate authorities, including to the State licensing board of the Aviation Medical Examiner or the FAA;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02cac32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>report to the Administrator an allegation regarding alleged Aviation Medical Examiner misconduct without fear of retaliation or negative action relating to an airman certificate of the individual; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/2/J" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="J">(J) </num><content>be advised of any known conflicts of interest an Aviation Medical Examiner may have with respect to the medical examination of the individual.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public availability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Airman’s Medical Bill of Rights required under paragraph (1) shall be—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>made available to, and acknowledged by, an individual in the MedXpress system (or any successor system);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>made available in a hard-copy format by an Aviation Medical Examiner at the time of exam upon request by an individual; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>displayed in a common space in the office of the Aviation Medical Examiner.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02cac38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Expectations for Medical Examinations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02cac3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall develop a simplified document explaining the standard procedures performed during a medical examination conducted by an Aviation Medical Examiner.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public availability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The document required under paragraph (1) shall be—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>made available to, and acknowledged by, an individual in the MedXpress system (or any successor system);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>made available in a hard-copy format by an Aviation Medical Examiner at the time of exam upon request by an individual; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02cac3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s407/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>displayed in a common space in the office of the Aviation Medical Examiner.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e22116" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="408">SEC. 408. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02cd34f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>IMPROVED DESIGNEE MISCONDUCT REPORTING PROCESS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02d6f90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Improved Designee Misconduct Reporting Process</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish a streamlined process for individuals involved in incidents of alleged misconduct by a designee to report such incidents in a manner that protects the privacy and confidentiality of such individuals.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d6f93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public access to reporting process</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The process for reporting alleged misconduct by a designee shall be made available to the public on the website of the Administration, including—</chapeau><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1155">138 STAT. 1155</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the designee locator search webpage; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the webpage of the Office of Audit and Evaluation of the FAA.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Obligation to report criminal charges</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall revise the orders and policies governing the Designee Management System to clarify that designees are obligated to report any arrest, indictment, or conviction for violation of a local, State, or Federal law within a period of time specified by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Audit of reporting process by inspector general</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date on which the Administrator finalizes the update of the reporting process under paragraph (1), the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall conduct an audit of such reporting process.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the audit of the reporting process described in subparagraph (A), the inspector general shall, at a minimum—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/4/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d6f9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review the efforts of the Administration to improve the reporting process and solutions developed to respond to and investigate allegations of misconduct;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/4/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d6f9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>analyze reports of misconduct brought to the Administrator prior to any changes made to the reporting process as a result of the enactment of this Act, including the ultimate outcomes of those reports and whether any reports resulted in the Administrator taking action against the accused designee;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6f9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/4/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d6f9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine whether the reporting process results in appropriate action, including reviewing, investigating, and closing out reports; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6fa0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/4/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d6fa1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d6fa2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>if applicable, make recommendations to improve the reporting process.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6fa3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/a/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d6fa4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d6fa5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of initiation of the audit described in subparagraph (A), the inspector general shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of such audit, including findings and recommendations.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02d6fa6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/b" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Designee Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>designee</term>” means an individual who has been designated to act as a representative of the Administrator as—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6fa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>an Aviation Medical Examiner (as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s183.21">section 183.21 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6fa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>a pilot examiner (as described in section 183.23 of such title); or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02d6fa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s408/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>a technical personnel examiner (as described in section 183.25 of such title).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e22279" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s409" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="409">SEC. 409. </num><heading>REPORT ON SAFE UNIFORM OPTIONS FOR CERTAIN AVIATION EMPLOYEES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02d96ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s409/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d96bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall review whether air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and repair stations certificated under part 145 of such title have in place uniform policies and uniform offerings that ensure pregnant employees can perform required duties safely.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02d96bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s409/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the review required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall consult with air carriers <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1156">138 STAT. 1156</page> and repair stations described in subsection (a) and employees of such air carriers and such stations who are required to adhere to a uniform policy.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02d96bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s409/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02d96be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the review required under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e22325" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s410" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="410">SEC. 410. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02dbdcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44516">49 USC 44516 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>HUMAN FACTORS PROFESSIONALS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb02dbdd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to establish a new work code for human factors professionals who—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02dbdd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s410/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>perform work involving the design and testing of technologies, processes, and systems which require effective and safe human performance;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02dbdd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s410/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>generate and apply theories, principles, practical concepts, systems, and processes related to the design and testing of technologies, systems, and training programs to support and evaluate human performance in work contexts; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02dbdd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s410/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>meet education or experience requirements as determined by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e22353" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="411">SEC. 411. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02de4e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AEROMEDICAL INNOVATION AND MODERNIZATION WORKING GROUP.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02f9295-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f9296-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f9297-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f9298-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f9299-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish a working group (in this section referred to as the “working group”) to review the medical processes, policies, and procedures of the Administration and to make recommendations to the Administrator on modernizing such processes, policies, and procedures to ensure timely and efficient certification of airmen.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02f929a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f929b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The working group shall consist of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f929c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>2 co-chairs described in paragraph (2); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f929d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f929e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote><content>not less than 15 individuals appointed by the Administrator, each of whom shall have knowledge or a background in aerospace medicine, psychiatry, neurology, cardiology, or internal medicine.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f929f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Co-chairs</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The working group shall be co-chaired by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the Federal Air Surgeon of the FAA; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>a member described under paragraph (1)(A) to be selected by members of the working group.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Preference</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator, in appointing members pursuant to paragraph (1)(B), shall give preference to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Aviation Medical Examiners (as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s183.21">section 183.21 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>licensed medical physicians;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>practitioners holding a pilot certificate; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/b/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>individuals having demonstrated research and expertise in aeromedical research or sciences.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02f92a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In reviewing the aeromedical decision-making processes, policies, and procedures of the Administration in accordance with subsection (a), the working group, at a minimum, shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess the medical conditions an Aviation Medical Examiner may issue a medical certificate directly to an individual;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine the appropriateness of the list of such medical conditions as of the date of enactment of this Act;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess the special issuance process;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1157">138 STAT. 1157</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine the appropriateness of whether a renewal of a special issuance can be based on a medical evaluation and treatment plan by the treating medical specialist of the individual pursuant to approval from an Aviation Medical Examiner;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate advancements in technologies to address forms of red-green color blindness and determine whether such technologies may be approved for use by airmen;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review policies and guidance relating to Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Attention Deficit Disorder;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate whether medications used to treat such disorders may be safely prescribed to airmen;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review protocols pertaining to the Human Intervention Motivation Study of the FAA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><chapeau>review protocols and policies relating to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/9/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>neurological disorders; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/9/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>cardiovascular conditions to ensure alignment with medical best practices, latest research;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review mental health protocols and medications approved for treating such mental health conditions, including such actions taken resulting from recommendations by the Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Rulemaking Committee;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/11" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="11">(11) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess processes and protocols pertaining to recertification of airmen receiving disability insurance post-recovery from the medical condition, injury, or disability that precludes airmen from exercising the privileges of an airman certificate;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/12" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="12">(12) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess processes and protocols pertaining to the certification of veterans reporting a disability rating from the Department of Veterans Affairs; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/c/13" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="13">(13) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>assess and evaluate the user interface and information-sharing capabilities of any online medical portal administered by the FAA.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02f92c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation Workforce Mental Health Task Group</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02f92c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the working group pursuant to subsection (a) is established, the co-chairs of such working group shall establish an aviation workforce mental health task group (referred to in this subsection as the “task group”) to oversee, monitor, and evaluate efforts of the Administrator related to supporting the mental health of the aviation workforce.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The co-chairs of such working group shall appoint—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>a Chair of the task group; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>members of the task group from among the members of the working group appointed by the Administrator under subsection (b)(1).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The duties of the task group shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>carrying out the activities described in subsection (c)(10);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>soliciting feedback from aviation industry professionals or other licensed professionals representing air carrier operations under part 121 and <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and general aviation operations under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt91">part 91 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1158">138 STAT. 1158</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>reviewing and evaluating guidance issued by the International Civil Aviation Organization on aviation workforce mental health;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>providing advice, as appropriate, on the implementation of the final recommendations issued by the inspector general of the Department of Transportation in the report titled, “FAA Conduct Comprehensive Evaluations of Pilots With Mental Health Challenges, but Opportunities Exist to Further Mitigate Safety Risks”, published on July 12, 2023 (AV2023038);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>monitoring and evaluating the implementation of recommendations by the Mental Health and Aviation Medical Clearances Rulemaking Committee;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/3/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>expanding and improving mental health outreach, education, and assistance programs for the aviation workforce; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/3/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>reducing the stigma associated with mental healthcare in the aviation workforce.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of the establishment of the task group, the task group shall submit to the Secretary and the appropriate committees of Congress a report detailing—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02f92d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the results of the review under paragraph (3)(A); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02fb9e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>progress on the implementation of recommendations pursuant to subparagraphs (D) and (E) of paragraph (3); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb02fb9e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/d/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the activities carried out pursuant to fulfilling the duties described in subparagraphs (F) and (G) of paragraph (3).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02fb9e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02fb9e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Support</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall seek to enter into 1 or more agreements with the National Academies to support the activities of the working group described in subsection (c).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02fb9ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02fb9eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02fb9ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Findings and Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the working group shall submit to the Administrator and the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings and recommendations resulting from the activities carried out under subsection (c).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02fb9ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb02fb9ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after receiving recommendations outlined in the report under subsection (f), the Administrator may take such action, as appropriate, to implement such recommendations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb02fb9ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s411/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The working group shall terminate on October 1, 2028.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e22760" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="412">SEC. 412. </num><heading>FRONTLINE MANAGER WORKLOAD STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0300810-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0300811-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall conduct a study on frontline manager workload challenges in air traffic control facilities.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0300812-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Administrator may—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0300813-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>consider—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0300814-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>workload challenges including—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1159">138 STAT. 1159</page></chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0300815-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the tasks expected to be performed by frontline managers, including employee development, management, and counseling;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0300816-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the number of supervisory positions of operations requiring watch coverage in each air traffic control facility;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0300817-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>the complexity of traffic and managerial responsibilities; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0300818-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1/A/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>proficiency and training requirements;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0300819-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>facility type;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb030081a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>facility staffing levels; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb030081b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>any other factors as the Administrator considers appropriate; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0302f2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>describe recommendations for updates to the Frontline Manager’s Quick Reference Guide that reflect current operational standards.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0302f2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s412/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0302f2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e22851" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="413">SEC. 413. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0302f2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>MEDICAL PORTAL MODERNIZATION TASK GROUP.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb030a460-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb030a461-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the working group pursuant to section 411 is established, the co-chairs of such working group shall establish a medical portal modernization task group (in this section referred to as the “task group”) to evaluate the user interface and information sharing capabilities of an online medical portal administered by the FAA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb030a462-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The co-chairs of the working group provided for in section 411 shall appoint—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb030a463-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a Chair of the task group; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb030a464-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>members of the task group from among the members of the working group appointed by the Administrator under section 411(b).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb030a465-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assessment; Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The task group shall, at a minimum, assess and evaluate the capabilities of any such medical portal and provide recommendations to improve the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb030a466-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The cybersecurity protections and protocols of any such medical portal, including the secure exchange of health information and records between Aviation Medical Examiners and pilots, or their designee, including the ability for airmen to submit additional information requested by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb030a467-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The status of an airman’s medical application and the disclosure of how long an airman can expect to wait for a final determination to be issued by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb030a468-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The disclosure of the name and contact information of the Administrator’s representative managing an airman’s case so that an Aviation Medical Examiner has a point of contact within the Administration who is familiar with an airman’s application.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb030a469-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the duties described in subsection (c), the task group may consult with cybersecurity experts and individuals with a knowledge of securing electronic health care transactions.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb030a46a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb030a46b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb030a46c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of the establishment of the task group, the task group shall submit to <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1160">138 STAT. 1160</page> the Administrator and the appropriate committees of Congress a report detailing activities and recommendations of the task group.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb030a46d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s413/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb030a46e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after receiving the report described in subsection (e), the Administrator may take such action as may be necessary to implement recommendations of the task group to improve any such medical portal.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e22956" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="414">SEC. 414. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb030a46f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading>STUDY OF HIGH SCHOOL AVIATION MAINTENANCE TRAINING PROGRAMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03119a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03119a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a study to assess high school aviation maintenance technician programs and identify any barriers for graduates of such programs with respect to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03119a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>pursuing post-secondary or vocational academic training at an FAA-approved aviation maintenance technician school; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03119a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>obtaining the training and experience necessary to become an FAA-certificated mechanic through on-the-job training or alternative pathways.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03119a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The study required under subsection (a) shall assess the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03119a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The number of high school aviation maintenance programs in the United States and the typical career outcomes for graduates of such programs.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03119a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The extent to which such programs offer curricula that align with FAA mechanic Airman Certification Standards.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03119a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The number of such programs that partner with FAA-approved aviation maintenance technician schools (as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt147">part 147 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03119a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The level of engagement between the FAA and high school aviation maintenance programs with respect to developing curricula to build the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for a student to attain FAA mechanic certification and associated ratings.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03119a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Barriers to accessing the general knowledge test described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s65.71/a/3">section 65.71(a)(3) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03119aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>The applicability of all FAA regulations and policies in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act as such regulations and policies apply to student enrollees of high school aviation maintenance programs and whether such regulations or policies pose any barriers to students interested in pursuing a career in the field of aviation maintenance.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03119ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s414/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03119ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03119ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the completion of the study required under this section, the Comptroller General shall provide to the Administrator and the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings of such study, including recommendations for any legislative and administrative actions as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e23048" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="415">SEC. 415. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03119ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03119af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44506">49 USC 44506 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>IMPROVED ACCESS TO AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SIMULATION TRAINING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03167d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall continue making tower simulator systems (in this section referred to as “TSS”) more accessible to all air traffic controller specialists assigned to an <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1161">138 STAT. 1161</page> air traffic control tower of the FAA (in this section referred to as an “ATCT”), regardless of facility assignment.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03167d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cloud-based Visual Database and Software System</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 30 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall develop and implement a cloud-based visual database and software system that is compatible with existing and future TSS that, at a minimum, includes—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03167d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the unique runway layout, approach paths, and lines of sight of every ATCT; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03167d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>specifications that meet all applicable data security requirements.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03167d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">TSS Upgrades</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall upgrade existing, permanent TSS so that the TSS is, at a minimum, capable of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03167d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>securely and quickly downloading data from the cloud-based visual database and software system described in subsection (b); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03167d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>running scenarios for each ATCT involving differing levels of air traffic volume and varying complexities, including, aircraft emergencies, rapidly changing weather, issuance of safety alerts, special air traffic procedures for events of national or international significance, and recovering from unforeseen events or losses of separation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0318ee7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Mobile TSS</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall acquire and implement mobile TSS at each ATCT that is without an existing, permanent TSS so that the mobile TSS is capable of, at a minimum, the capabilities described in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (c).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0318ee8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s415/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Collaboration</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Administrator may collaborate with the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e23134" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="416">SEC. 416. </num><heading>AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLER INSTRUCTOR RECRUITMENT, HIRING, AND RETENTION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb031dd09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Study.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>No later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate a study examining the recruitment, hiring, and retention of air traffic controller instructors and the projected number of instructors needed to maintain the safety of the national airspace system over a 5-year period beginning with fiscal year 2025.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb031dd0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall include in the study required under subsection (a) the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb031dd0e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd0f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><content>An examination of projected instructor staffing targets, including the number of on-the-job instructors needed for the instruction and training of Certified Professional Controllers (in this section referred to as “CPCs”) in training.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb031dd10-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd11-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>An analysis on whether involving additional retired CPCs as instructors, including for classroom training, would produce improvements in air traffic controller instruction and training.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb031dd12-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd13-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>Recommendations on how and where to utilize retired CPCs.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb031dd15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The effect on the ability of active CPCs to carry out on-the-job duties, other than instruction, and any related efficiencies if additional retired CPCs were involved as instructors.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1162">138 STAT. 1162</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb031dd16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>The known vulnerabilities, as categorized by FAA Air Traffic Organization regions, in cases in which the FAA requires CPCs to provide instruction and training to CPCs in training is a significant burden on FAA air traffic controller staffing levels.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb031dd17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s416/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date on which the Administrator initiates the study required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the study and any actions that may be taken by the Administrator based on such results.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e23217" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s417" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="417">SEC. 417. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb031dd19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44506">49 USC 44506 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ENSURING HIRING OF AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALISTS IS BASED ON ASSESSMENT OF JOB-RELEVANT APTITUDES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0322b3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s417/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0322b3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0322b3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review of the Air Traffic Skills Assessment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall review and revise, if necessary, the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (in this section referred to as the “AT–SA”) administered to air traffic controller applicants described in clauses (ii) and (iii) of <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44506/f/1/B">section 44506(f)(1)(B) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, in accordance with the following requirements, the Administrator shall:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0322b3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s417/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0322b3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0322b3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>Evaluate all questions on the AT–SA and determine whether a peer-reviewed job analysis that ensures all questions test job-relevant aptitudes would result in improvements in the air traffic control specialist workforce training and hiring process.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0322b40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s417/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Assess the assumptions and methodologies used to develop the AT–SA, the job-relevant aptitudes measured, and the scoring process for the assessment.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0322b41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s417/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Assess whether any other revisions to the AT–SA are necessary to enhance the air traffic control specialist workforce training and hiring process.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0322b42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s417/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0322b43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0322b44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">DOT Inspector General Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the completion of the review and any necessary revision of the AT–SA required under subsection (a), the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall submit to the Administrator, the appropriate committees of Congress, and, upon request, to any member of Congress, a report that assesses the AT–SA and any applicable revisions, a description of any associated actions taken by the Administrator, and any other recommendations to address the results of the report.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e23279" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="418">SEC. 418. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0322b45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40132">49 USC 40132 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PILOT PROGRAM TO PROVIDE VETERANS WITH PILOT TRAINING SERVICES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb032ed96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Education and the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, shall establish a pilot program to provide grants to eligible entities to provide pilot training activities and related education to support a pathway for veterans to become commercial aviators.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb032ed97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/b" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible Entity</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>eligible entity</term>” means a pilot school or provisional pilot school that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032ed98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>holds an Air Agency Certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt141">part 141 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and<sidenote><p>Definition.</p></sidenote></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032ed99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>has an established employment pathway with at least 1 air carrier operating under part 121 or 135 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1163">138 STAT. 1163</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb032ed9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priority Application</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In selecting eligible entities under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize eligible entities that meet the following criteria:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032ed9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>An eligible entity accredited (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s61.1">section 61.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032ed9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>An eligible entity that holds a letter of authorization issued in accordance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s61.169">section 61.169 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb032ed9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of Funds</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Amounts from a grant received by an eligible entity under the pilot program established under subsection (a) shall be used for the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032ed9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Administrative costs related to implementation of the program described in subsection (a) not to exceed 5 percent of the amount awarded.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032ed9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>To provide guidance and pilot training services, including tuition and flight training fees for veterans enrolled with an eligible entity, to support such veterans in obtaining any of the following pilot certificates and ratings:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Private pilot certificate with airplane single-engine or multi-engine ratings.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Instrument rating.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Commercial pilot certificate with airplane single-engine or multi-engine ratings.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Multi-engine rating.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Certificated flight instructor single-engine certificate, if applicable to the degree sought.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>Certificated flight instructor multi-engine certificate, if applicable to the degree sought.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>Certificated flight instructor instrument certificate, if applicable to the degree sought.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>To provide educational materials, training materials, and equipment to support pilot training activities and related education for veterans enrolled with the eligible entity.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb032eda8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/d/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>To provide periodic reports to the Secretary on use of the grant funds, including documentation of training completion of the certificates and ratings described in subparagraphs (A) through (G) of paragraph (2).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb032eda9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Award Amount Limit</inline>.—</heading><content>An award granted to an eligible entity shall not exceed more than $750,000 in any given fiscal year.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb032edaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s418/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>To carry out this section, there is authorized to be appropriated $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e23440" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s419" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="419">SEC. 419. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb032edab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44720">49 USC 44720 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROVIDING NON-FEDERAL WEATHER OBSERVER TRAINING TO AIRPORT PERSONNEL.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Administrator may take such actions as are necessary to provide training that is easily accessible and streamlined for airport personnel to become certified as non-Federal weather observers so that such personnel can manually provide weather observations in any case in which automated surface observing systems and automated weather observing systems experience outages and errors to ensure operational safety at airports.</content></section> <section id="d9133e23452" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="420">SEC. 420. </num><heading>PROHIBITION OF REMOTE DISPATCHING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03389ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Amendments to Prohibition</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1164">138 STAT. 1164</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03389ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/a/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44711/a">Section 44711(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03389ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (9) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or</quotedText>” after the semicolon;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03389ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (10) as paragraph (11); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03389f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (9) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb03389f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">“(10) </num><content>work as an aircraft dispatcher outside of a physical location designated as a dispatching center or flight following center of an air carrier, except as provided under section 44747; or”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03389f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03389f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03389f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03389f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44711">49 USC 44711 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue regulations requiring persons to comply with <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44711/a/10">section 44711(a)(10) of title 49, United States Code</ref> (as added by paragraph (1)).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03389f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aircraft Dispatching</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03389f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">Chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb033d818-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44748">“§ 44748.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb033d819-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44748">49 USC 44748</ref>.</p></sidenote> Aircraft dispatching</heading><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb033d81a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aircraft Dispatching Certificate</inline>.—</heading><content>No person may serve as an aircraft dispatcher for an air carrier unless such person holds the appropriate aircraft dispatcher certificate issued by the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration.</content></subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb033d81b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Proof of Certification</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon the request of the Administrator or an authorized representative of the National Transportation Safety Board, or other appropriate Federal agency, a person who holds such a certificate, and is performing dispatching, shall present the certificate for inspection.</content></subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb033d81c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Dispatch Centers and Flight Following Centers</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb033d81d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Each air carrier shall establish and maintain sufficient dispatch centers and flight following centers necessary to maintain operational control of each flight of the air carrier at all times.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb033d81e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An air carrier shall ensure that each dispatch center and flight following center of the air carrier—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb033d81f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>has a sufficient number of aircraft dispatchers on duty at the dispatch center or flight following center to ensure proper operational control of each flight of the air carrier at all times;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb033d820-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>has the necessary equipment, in good repair, to maintain proper operational control of each flight of the air carrier at all times; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb033d821-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>includes the presence of physical security and cybersecurity protections to prevent unauthorized access to the dispatch center or flight following center or to the operations of either such center.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb033d822-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb033d823-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in paragraph (2), an air carrier may not dispatch aircraft from any location other than the dispatch center or flight following center of the air carrier.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb033d824-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb033d825-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Emergency authority</inline>.—</heading><content>In the event of an emergency or other event that renders a dispatch center or a flight following center inoperable, an air carrier may dispatch aircraft from a location other than the dispatch center or flight following center of the air carrier for a period of time not to exceed <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1165">138 STAT. 1165</page> 14 consecutive days per location without approval of the Administrator.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb033d826-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s420/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for chapter 447 of such title<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb033d827-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb033d828-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44701.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44748. </designator> <label>Aircraft dispatching.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e23695" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="421">SEC. 421. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb033d829-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41701">49 USC 41701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CREWMEMBER PUMPING GUIDANCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0344d5a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0344d5b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue guidance to part 121 air carriers relating to the expression of milk by crewmembers on an aircraft during noncritical phases of flight, consistent with the performance of the crewmember’s duties aboard the aircraft. The guidance shall be equally applicable to any lactating crewmember. In developing the guidance, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0344d5c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>consider multiple methods of expressing breast milk that could be used by crewmembers, including the use of wearable lactation technology; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0344d5d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>ensure the guidance will not require an air carrier or foreign air carrier to incur significant expense, such as through—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0344d5e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the addition of an extra crewmember in response to providing a break;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0344d5f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>removal or retrofitting of seats on the aircraft; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0344d60-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>modification or retrofitting of an aircraft.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0344d61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0344d62-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/b/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Crewmember</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>crewmember</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s1.1">section 1.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0344d63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/b/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Critical phases of flight</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>critical phases of flight</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s121.542">section 121.542 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0344d64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/b/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Part 121</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>part 121</term>” means <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0344d65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s421/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation Safety</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall limit the authority of the Administrator relating to aviation safety under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/stVII">subtitle VII of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e23803" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s422" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="422">SEC. 422. </num><heading>GAO STUDY AND REPORT ON EXTENT AND EFFECTS OF COMMERCIAL AVIATION PILOT SHORTAGE ON REGIONAL/COMMUTER CARRIERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0347476-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s422/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study to identify the extent and effects of the commercial aviation pilot shortage on regional/commuter carriers (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41719/d">section 41719(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0347477-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s422/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0347478-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0347479-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the results of the study conducted under subsection (a), including recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1166">138 STAT. 1166</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e23839" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s423" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="423">SEC. 423. </num><heading>REPORT ON IMPLEMENTATION OF RECOMMENDATIONS OF FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION YOUTH ACCESS TO AMERICAN JOBS IN AVIATION TASK FORCE.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0349b8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, acting through the Administrator, shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the implementation of the following recommendations of the Youth Access to American Jobs in Aviation Task Force of the FAA established under section 602 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>):</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0349b8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s423/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Improve information access about careers in aviation and aerospace.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb034c29c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s423/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Collaboration across regions of the FAA on outreach and workforce development programs.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb034c29d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s423/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Increase opportunities for mentoring, pre-apprenticeships, and apprenticeships in aviation.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e23864" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s424" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="424">SEC. 424. </num><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS ON IMPROVING UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM STAFFING AT FAA.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  It is the sense of Congress that the Administrator should leverage the Unmanned Aircraft System Collegiate Training Initiative to address any staffing challenges and skills gaps within the FAA to support efforts to facilitate the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems and other new airspace entrants into the national airspace system.</content></section> <section id="d9133e23871" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="425">SEC. 425. </num><heading>JOINT AVIATION EMPLOYMENT TRAINING WORKING GROUP.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb035fb1e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb035fb1f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish an interagency working group (in this section referred to as the “working group”) to advise the Secretary and the Secretary of Defense on matters and policies related to increasing awareness of the eligibility, training, and experience requirements needed to become an FAA-certified or a military-covered aviation professional in order to improve career transitions between the military and civilian workforces.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb035fb20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The working group shall consist of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>2 co-chairs described in paragraph (2);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>not less than 6 representatives of the FAA, to be appointed by the co-chair described in paragraph (2)(A); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>not less than 1 representative of each component of the armed forces (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t10/s101">section 101 of title 10, United States Code</ref>), to be appointed by the co-chair described in paragraph (2)(B).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Co-chairs</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The working group shall be co-chaired by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>a representative of the Department of Transportation, to be appointed by the Secretary; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>a representative of the Department of Defense, to be appointed by the Secretary of Defense.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb035fb28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The working group shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb035fb2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate and compare all eligibility, training, and experience requirements for individuals interested in becoming FAA-certified, or serving in the armed forces, as covered aviation professionals, including agency policies, guidance, and orders affecting covered aviation professionals;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1167">138 STAT. 1167</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>identify challenges that inhibit recruitment, training, and retention within the respective workforces of such professionals;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb035fb2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess methods to improve outreach, engagement, and awareness of eligibility, training, and experience requirements needed to enter careers of covered aviation professionals;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb035fb2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>consult with representatives from nonprofit organizations supporting veterans and representatives from aviation industry organizations representing covered aviation professionals in the development of recommendations required pursuant to subsection (d)(2)(B); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>identify opportunities for increased interagency information sharing across workforces on matters related to certification pathways, including knowledge testing, affecting covered aviation professionals.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb035fb31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Initial Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Secretary establishes the working group, the working group shall submit to the covered committees of Congress an initial report on the activities of the working group.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The report required under paragraph (1) shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>a detailed description of the findings of the working group pursuant to the activities required under subsection (c), including feedback offered by representatives described in subsection (c)(4); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb035fb36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb035fb37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations for regulatory, policy, or legislative action to improve awareness of the eligibility, training, and experience requirements needed to become FAA-certified or military-covered aviation professionals across the civilian and military workforces.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb035fb38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb035fb39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual Reporting</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the working group submits the initial report under subsection (d), and annually thereafter, the working group shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>describing the continued activities of the working group;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>describing any progress made by the Secretary or Secretary of Defense in implementing the recommendations described in subsection (d)(2)(B); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>containing any other recommendations the working group may have with respect to efforts to improve the employment and training of covered aviation professionals in the civilian and military workforces.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb035fb3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The working group shall terminate on the date that is 4 years after the date on which the working group submits the initial report to Congress pursuant to subsection (d).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb035fb3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered committees of congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>covered committees of Congress</term>” means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the Committee on Armed Services of the House of Representatives;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb035fb41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the Committee on Armed Services of the Senate;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0362252-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0362253-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1168">138 STAT. 1168</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0362254-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered aviation professional</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>covered aviation professional</term>” means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0362255-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>an airman;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0362256-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>an aircraft maintenance and repair technician;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0362257-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>an air traffic controller; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0362258-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s425/g/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>any other aviation-related professional that has comparable tasks and duties across the civilian and military workforces, as determined jointly by the co-chairs of the working group.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e24138" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="426">SEC. 426. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0362259-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb036225a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>MILITARY AVIATION MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS RULE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb036e5ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Streamlined Certification for Eligible Military Maintenance Technicians</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb036e5ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to revise <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt65">part 65 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>create a military mechanic written competency test that addresses gaps between military and civilian experience; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>develop, as necessary, a relevant Airman Certification Standard to qualify eligible military maintenance technicians for a civilian mechanic certificate with airframe or powerplant ratings.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb036e5b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consideration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Administrator shall evaluate and consider—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>whether to allow a certificate of eligibility from the Joint Services Aviation Maintenance Technician Certification Council (in this section referred to as the “JSAMTCC”) evidencing completion of a training curriculum for any rating sought to serve as a substitute to fulfill the requirement under such part 65 for oral and practical tests administered by a designated mechanic examiner for eligible military maintenance technicians;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>aeronautical knowledge subject areas contained in the Aviation Mechanic General, Airframe, and Powerplant Airman Certification Standards as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s65.75">section 65.75 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, as appropriate, to the rating sought; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>any applicable recommendations by the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee Airman Certification System Working Group.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb036e5b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb036e5b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Expansion of Testing Locations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall determine—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>whether an expansion of the number of active testing locations operated within military installation testing centers would increase access to testing; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>how to implement such expansion, if appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb036e5b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb036e5ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Outreach and Awareness</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and the Secretary of Homeland Security, shall develop a plan to increase outreach and awareness regarding services made available by the JSAMTCC and how such services can assist in facilitating <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1169">138 STAT. 1169</page> the transition between military and civilian aviation maintenance careers.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb036e5bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefings</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Initial briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Administrator develops the outreach and awareness plan pursuant to subsection (c), the Administrator shall provide to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs of the House of Representatives a briefing on the activities planned to implement the outreach and awareness plan.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Periodic briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and 2 years thereafter, the Administrator shall provide to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs of the House of Representatives a briefing on any rulemaking activities carried out pursuant to subsection (a), including a timeline for the issuance of a final rule.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb036e5be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/e" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible Military Maintenance Technician Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of this section, the term “<term>eligible military maintenance technician</term>” means an individual who—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>has been a maintenance technician during service in the armed forces who was honorably discharged or has retired from the armed forces (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t10/s101">section 101 of title 10, United States Code</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>presents an official record of service in the armed forces confirming that the individual has been a military aviation maintenance technician, holding an appropriate Military Occupational Specialty Code, as determined by the Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb036e5c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s426/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>presents documentary evidence of experience in accordance with the requirements under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s65.77">section 65.77 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e24312" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="427">SEC. 427. </num><heading>CREWMEMBER SELF-DEFENSE TRAINING.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0378202-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44918">Section 44918 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0378203-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a) by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0378204-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and unruly passenger behavior</quotedText>” before the period at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0378205-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0378206-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (A) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0378207-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>Recognize suspicious behavior and activities and determine the seriousness of any occurrence of such behavior and activities.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0378208-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (H) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0378209-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>De-escalation training based on recommendations issued by the Air Carrier Training Aviation Rulemaking Committee.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb037820a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraphs (I) and (J) as subparagraphs (J) and (K), respectively; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb037820b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subparagraph (H) the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1170">138 STAT. 1170</page> <quotedContent><subclause class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb037a91c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>Methods to subdue and restrain an active attacker.”</content></subclause> </quotedContent>;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037a91d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (4) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb037a91e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb037a91f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Minimum standards</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, the Administrator of the Transportation Security Administration, in consultation with the Federal Air Marshal Service and the Aviation Security Advisory Committee, shall establish minimum standards for—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037a920-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the training provided under this subsection and any for recurrent training; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037a921-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the individuals or entities providing such training.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037a922-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (6)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb037a923-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/D/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau>in the first sentence—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb037a924-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/D/i/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and the Federal Air Marshal Service</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>consultation with the Administrator</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb037a925-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/D/i/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and periodically shall</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and shall periodically</quotedText>”; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb037a926-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/D/i/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>based on changes in the potential or actual threat conditions</quotedText>” before the period at the end; and</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb037a927-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/1/D/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>in the third sentence by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, including self-defense training expertise and experience</quotedText>” before the period at the end; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037a928-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037a929-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (4) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Neither</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Except as provided in paragraph (8), neither</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037a92a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s427/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb037d03b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier accommodation</inline>.—</heading><content>An air carrier with a crew member participating in the training program under this subsection shall provide a process through which each such crew member may obtain reasonable accommodations.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e24532" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s428" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="428">SEC. 428. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb037d03c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44502">49 USC 44502 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DIRECT-HIRE AUTHORITY UTILIZATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb037f74d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s428/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall utilize direct hire authorities (as such authorities existed on the day before the date of enactment of this Act) to hire individuals on a non-competitive basis for positions related to aircraft certification and aviation safety. In utilizing such authorities, the Administrator shall take into consideration any staffing gaps in the safety workforce of the FAA, including in positions supporting the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems and other new airspace entrants.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb037f74e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s428/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb037f74f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb037f750-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter through 2028, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037f751-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s428/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>utilization of the Administrator’s direct-hire authorities described in subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037f752-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s428/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>utilization of the Administrator’s direct-hire authorities with respect to the Unmanned Aircraft System Collegiate Training Initiative of the FAA; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb037f753-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s428/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>number of employees hired as a result of the utilization of such authorities by the Administrator, the relevant lines <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1171">138 STAT. 1171</page> of business or offices in which such employees were hired, and the occupational series of the positions filled.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e24585" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="429">SEC. 429. </num><heading>FAA WORKFORCE REVIEW AUDIT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb038baa4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038baa5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038baa6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall initiate an audit of any FAA workforce plans completed during the 5 fiscal years preceding the fiscal year in which such audit is initiated related to occupations the agency relies on to accomplish its aviation safety mission.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb038baa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the audit under subsection (a), the inspector general shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038baa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>identify whether any safety-critical positions have not been reviewed within the period specified in subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038baa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038baaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess staffing levels and workforce retention trends relating to safety-critical occupations within all offices of the FAA that support such services;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038baab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>review FAA workforce gaps in safety-critical and senior positions, including the average vacancy period of such positions during the most recent fiscal year in the period specified in subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038baac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038baad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate any applicable assessments of the historic workload of safety-critical positions and changes in workload demands over time;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038baae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038baaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>analyze any applicable assessments of critical competencies and skills gaps among safety-critical positions conducted by the FAA and any relevant agency actions in response;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>review whether existing FAA workforce development programs are producing intended results, especially in rural communities, such as increased recruitment and retention of agency personnel; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038bab2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><chapeau>review opportunities (as such opportunities exist on the date of enactment of this Act) for employees of the FAA to gain or enhance expertise, knowledge, skills, and abilities through cooperative training with appropriate aerospace companies and organizations, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>assessing the appropriateness of existing cooperative training programs and any conflicts of interest or the appearance of such conflicts with FAA policies and obligations relating to FAA employee interactions with aviation industry;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>identifying a means by which to leverage such programs to support credentialing and recurrent training activities for FAA employees, as appropriate;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>assessing the policies and procedures the FAA has established to avoid both conflicts of interest and the appearance of such conflicts for employees participating in such opportunities, which may include requirements under—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content><ref href="/us/usc/t5/ch131">chapter 131 of title 5, United States Code</ref>;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content><ref href="/us/usc/t18/ch11">chapter 11 of title 18, United States Code</ref>;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>subchapter B of chapter XVI of <ref href="/us/cfr/t5">title 5, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb038bab9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7/C/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>sections 2635.101 and 2635.502 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t5">title 5, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038baba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/b/7/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038babb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluating whether the conflict of interest policies and procedures of the FAA for such opportunities provide <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1172">138 STAT. 1172</page> for the appropriate means by which employees return to work at the FAA after having engaged in such opportunities.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb038babc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Inspector General Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the inspector general shall submit to the Administrator and the appropriate committees of Congress—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038babd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a report on the results of the audit conducted under subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb038babe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s429/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038babf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038bac0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the inspector general determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e24746" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="430">SEC. 430. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb038e1d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>STAFFING MODEL FOR AVIATION SAFETY INSPECTORS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0395702-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0395703-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0395704-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall review and, as necessary, revise the staffing model for aviation safety inspectors.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0395705-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0395706-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consideration of prior studies and reports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In reviewing and revising the model, the Administrator shall take into consideration the contents and recommendations contained in the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0395707-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The 2006 report released by the National Research Council titled “Staffing Standards for Aviation Safety Inspectors”.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0395708-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>The 2007 study released by the National Academy of Sciences titled “Staffing Standards for Aviation Safety Inspectors”.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0395709-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>The 2013 report released by Grant Thornton LLP, titled “ASTARS Gap Analysis Study: Comparison of the AVS Staffing Model for Aviation Safety Inspectors to the National Academy of Sciences’ Recommendations Final Report”.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb039570a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>The 2021 report released by the inspector general of the Department of Transportation titled “FAA Can Increase Its Inspector Staffing Model’s Effectiveness by Implementing System Improvements and Maximizing Its Capabilities”.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb039570b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>The FAA Fiscal Year 2023 Aviation Safety Workforce Plan conducted to satisfy the requirements of section 104 of the Aircraft Certification, Safety, and Accountability Act, as enacted in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb039570c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assessments</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall assess the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb039570d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Projected staffing needs at the service and office level.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb039570e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Forecasted attrition of the aviation safety inspector workforce.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb039570f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Forecasted workload of aviation safety inspectors, including responsibilities associated with overseeing aviation manufacturers and new airspace entrants.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0395710-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Means by which field managers use the model to assess aviation safety inspector staffing and provide feedback on resources needed at the office level.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0395711-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Work performed by aviation safety inspectors in comparison to designees acting on behalf of the Administrator.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1173">138 STAT. 1173</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0395712-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>Any associated performance metrics to inform periodic comparisons to actual aviation safety inspector staffing level results.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0395713-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s430/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall consult with interested persons, including the exclusive collective bargaining representative for aviation safety inspectors certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e24873" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s431" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="431">SEC. 431. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0397e24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SAFETY-CRITICAL STAFFING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb039a535-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s431/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation of Staffing Standards for Safety Inspectors</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the revised staffing model for aviation safety inspectors under section 430, and validation of the model by the Administrator, the Administrator shall take all appropriate actions in response to the number of aviation safety inspectors, aviation safety technicians, and operation support positions that are identified in such model to meet the responsibilities of the Flight Standards Service and Aircraft Certification Service, including potentially increasing the number of safety critical positions in the Flight Standards Service and Aircraft Certification Service each fiscal year, as appropriate, so long as such staffing increases are measured relative to the number of individuals serving in safety-critical positions as of September 30, 2023.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb039a536-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s431/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Availability of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>Any increase in safety critical staffing pursuant to this subsection shall be subject to the availability of appropriations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb039a537-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s431/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Safety-critical Positions Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>safety-critical positions</term>” means—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb039a538-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s431/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>aviation safety inspectors, aviation safety specialists (1801 job series), aviation safety technicians, and operations support positions in the Flight Standards Service; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb039a539-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s431/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>manufacturing safety inspectors, pilots, engineers, Chief Scientist Technical Advisors, aviation safety specialists (1801 job series), safety technical specialists, and operational support positions in the Aircraft Certification Service.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e24920" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="432">SEC. 432. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb039a53a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DETERRING CREWMEMBER INTERFERENCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03a417b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Task Force</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a417c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03a417d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall convene a task force to develop voluntary standards and best practices relating to suspected violations of sections 46318, 46503, and 46504 of <ref href="/us/usc/t49">title 49, United States Code</ref>, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a417e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>proper and consistent incident documentation and reporting techniques;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a417f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>best practices for flight crew and cabin crew response, including de-escalation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4180-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>improved coordination between stakeholders, including flight crew and cabin crew, airport staff, other Federal agencies as appropriate, and law enforcement; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4181-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>appropriate enforcement actions.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4182-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The task force convened under paragraph (1) shall be comprised of representatives of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4183-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>air carriers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4184-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>airport sponsors and airport law enforcement agencies;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4185-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>other Federal agencies determined necessary by the Administrator;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1174">138 STAT. 1174</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4186-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>labor organizations representing air carrier pilots;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4187-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>labor organizations representing flight attendants; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a4188-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/a/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>labor organizations representing ticketing, check-in, or other customer service representatives employed by air carriers.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03a4189-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03a418a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Announcements</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate such actions as may be necessary to include in the briefing of passengers before takeoff required under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s121.571">section 121.571 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, a statement informing passengers that it is against Federal law to assault or threaten to assault any individual on an aircraft or interfere with the duties of a crewmember.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03a418b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s432/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03a418c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><content>For purposes of this section, the definitions in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102/a">section 40102(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, shall apply to terms in this section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e25049" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s433" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="433">SEC. 433. </num><heading>USE OF BIOGRAPHICAL ASSESSMENTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44506/f/2/A">Section 44506(f)(2)(A) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1)(B)(ii)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1)(B)</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e25068" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s434" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="434">SEC. 434. </num><heading>EMPLOYEE ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE PLAN STANDARDS AND BEST PRACTICES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03a8fad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s434/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sense of Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a8fae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s434/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>each air carrier operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, shall submit to the Administrator an Employee Assault Prevention and Response Plan pursuant to section 551 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44903">49 U.S.C. 44903 note</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a8faf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s434/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>each such air carrier should have in place and deploy an Employee Assault Prevention and Response Plan to facilitate appropriate protocols, standards, and training to equip employees with best practices and the experience necessary to respond effectively to hostile situations and disruptive behavior and maintain a safe traveling experience; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03a8fb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s434/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>any air carrier formed after the date of enactment of this Act should develop and implement an Employee Assault Prevention and Response Plan.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03a8fb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s434/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 551 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44903">49 U.S.C. 44903 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03a8fb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03a8fb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall provide to the appropriate committees of Congress a briefing on the Employee Assault Prevention and Response Plan submitted by each air carrier pursuant to this section.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e25138" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="435">SEC. 435. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03a8fb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44903">49 USC 44903 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FORMAL POLICY ON SEXUAL ASSAULT AND HARASSMENT ON AIR CARRIERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03b5205-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03b5206-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, passenger air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, shall issue, in consultation with labor unions representing personnel, a formal policy with respect to sexual assault or harassment incidents.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03b5207-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each policy required under subsection (a) shall include—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1175">138 STAT. 1175</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b5208-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a statement indicating that no sexual assault or harassment incident is acceptable under any circumstance;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b5209-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>procedures that facilitate the reporting of a sexual assault or harassment incident, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b520a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>appropriate public outreach activities; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b520b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>confidential phone and internet-based opportunities for reporting;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b520c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>procedures that personnel should follow upon the reporting of a sexual assault or harassment incident, including actions to protect affected individuals from continued sexual assault or harassment and to notify law enforcement, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation, when appropriate;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b791d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>procedures that may limit or prohibit, to the extent practicable, future travel with the air carrier by any passenger who commits a sexual assault or harassment incident; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b791e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>training that is required for all appropriate personnel with respect to each such policy, including specific training for personnel who may receive reports of sexual assault or harassment incidents.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03b791f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03b7920-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passenger Information</inline>.—</heading><content>An air carrier described in subsection (a) shall display, on the website of the air carrier and through the use of appropriate signage, a written statement that informs passengers and personnel of the procedure for reporting a sexual assault or harassment incident.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03b7921-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Standard of Care</inline>.—</heading><content>Compliance with the requirements of this section, and any policy issued thereunder, shall not determine whether the air carrier described in subsection (a) has acted with any requisite standard of care.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03b7922-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rules of Construction</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b7923-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effect on authorities</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed as granting the Secretary any additional authorities beyond ensuring that a passenger air carrier operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> issues a formal policy and displays required information in compliance with this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b7924-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effect on other laws</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to alter existing authorities of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Labor, or the Department of Justice to enforce applicable employment and sexual assault and sexual harassment laws.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03b7925-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b7926-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/f/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Personnel</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>personnel</term>” means an employee or contractor of passenger air carrier operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b7927-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/f/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sexual assault</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>sexual assault</term>” means the occurrence of an act that constitutes any nonconsensual sexual act proscribed by Federal, tribal, or State law, including when the victim lacks capacity to consent.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b7928-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/f/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sexual assault or harassment incident</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>sexual assault or harassment incident</term>” means the occurrence, or reasonably suspected occurrence, of an act that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b7929-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/f/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>constitutes sexual assault or sexual harassment; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03b792a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/f/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>is committed—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb03b792b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/f/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by a passenger or personnel against another passenger or personnel; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1176">138 STAT. 1176</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb03b792c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s435/f/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>within an aircraft or in an area in which passengers are entering or exiting an aircraft.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e25327" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s436" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="436">SEC. 436. </num><heading>INTERFERENCE WITH SECURITY SCREENING PERSONNEL.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb03ba03d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46503">Section 46503 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03ba03e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s436/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>An individual</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03ba03f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>An individual”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03ba040-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s436/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03ba041-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airport and Air Carrier Employees</inline>.—</heading><content>For purposes of this section, an airport or air carrier employee who has security duties within the airport includes an airport or air carrier employee performing ticketing, check-in, baggage claim, or boarding functions.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e25383" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="437">SEC. 437. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03ba042-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44506">49 USC 44506 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL WORKFORCE STAFFING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03cffd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Maximum Hiring</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of appropriations, for each of fiscal years 2024 through 2028, the Administrator shall set as the minimum hiring target for new air traffic controllers (excluding individuals described in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44506/f/1/A">section 44506(f)(1)(A) of title 49, United States Code</ref>) the maximum number of individuals able to be trained at the Federal Aviation Administration Academy.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03cffd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transportation Research Board Assessment</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d26e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d26e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Attestation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d26e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit an attestation to the appropriate committees of Congress demonstrating an agreement entered into with the with the National Academies Transportation Research Board to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>compare the Certified Professional Controller (in this section referred to as “CPC”) operational staffing models and methodologies in determining the FAA Controller Staffing Standard included in the 2023 Air Traffic Controller Workforce Plan of the FAA, with such models and methodologies developed by the Collaborative Resource Workgroup of the FAA (in this subsection referred to as “CRWG”) to determine CPC operational staffing targets necessary to meet facility operational, statutory, contractual and safety requirements, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the availability factor multiplier and other formula components;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the independent facility staffing targets of CPCs able to control traffic;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>air traffic controller position utilization;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/A/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>attrition rates at each air traffic control facility operated by the Administration; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/A/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>the time needed to meet facility operational, statutory, and contractual requirements, including relevant resources to develop, evaluate, and implement processes and initiatives affecting the national airspace system;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d26f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><content>examine the current and estimated budgets of the FAA to implement the FAA Controller Staffing Standard included in the 2023 Controller Workforce Plan in comparison to the funding needed to implement the CRWG CPC operational staffing targets;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>assess future needs of the air traffic control system and potential impacts on staffing standards, including projected air traffic in the airspace of each air traffic control facility operated by the Administration; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1177">138 STAT. 1177</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d26f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine which staffing models and methodologies evaluated pursuant to this subsection best accounts for the operational staffing needs of the air traffic control system and provide a justification for such determination.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d26f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d26f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the agreement entered into pursuant to paragraph (b)(1), the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies shall submit a report to the Administrator and appropriate committees of Congress on the findings and recommendations under this subsection, including the determination pursuant to subparagraph (D).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the assessment under this subsection, the Transportation Research Board shall consult with—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the exclusive bargaining representatives of air traffic control specialists of the Administration certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>front line managers of the air traffic control system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>managers and employees responsible for training air traffic controllers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the MITRE Corporation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>the Chief Operating Officer of the Air Traffic Organization of the FAA, and other Federal Government representatives;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>users and operators in the air traffic control system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>relevant industry representatives; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d26ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/b/3/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>other parties determined appropriate by the Transportation Research Board of the National Academies.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03d2700-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d2701-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required Implementation of Identified Staffing Model</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d2702-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of staffing model</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall, as appropriate, take such action that may be necessary to implement and use the staffing model identified by the Transportation Research Board pursuant to subsection (b)(1)(D), including any recommendations for improving such model, not later than one year after enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d2703-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after taking such actions to implement and use the staffing model identified by the Transportation Research Board pursuant to subsection (b)(1)(D), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress regarding the reasons for why any recommendation by the Transportation Research Board study was not incorporated into the implemented staffing model.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03d2704-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Revised Staffing Standards</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administration shall revise the FAA CPC operational staffing standards of the Administration implemented under subsection (c) to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d2705-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>provide that the controller and management workforce is sufficiently staffed to safely and efficiently manage and oversee the air traffic control system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d2706-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>account for the target number of CPCs able to control traffic at each independent facility; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d2707-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>avoid any required or requested reduction of national airspace system capacity or aircraft operations as a result of inadequate air traffic control system staffing.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03d2708-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interim Adoption of Collaborative Resource Workgroup Models</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1178">138 STAT. 1178</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d2709-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d270a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In submitting a Controller Workforce Plan of the FAA to Congress published after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall adopt and use the staffing models and methodologies developed by the Collaborative Resource Workgroup that were recommended in the 2023 Controller Workforce Plan.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d270b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/e/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Revisions to the controller workforce plan</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44506/e">Section 44506(e) of title 49, United States Code</ref> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d270c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the number of air traffic controllers needed</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the number of fully certified air traffic controllers needed</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d270d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs (3) and (4), respectively; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d270e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/e/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (1) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb03d4e1f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau>for each air traffic control facility operated by the Federal Aviation Administration—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d4e20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the current certified professional controller staffing levels;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d4e21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the operational staffing targets for certified professional controllers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d4e22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>the anticipated certified professional controller attrition for each of the next 3 years; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d4e23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>the number of certified professional controller trainees;”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d4e24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective date</inline>.—</heading><content>The requirements of paragraph (1) shall cease to be effective upon the adoption and implementation of a revised staffing model by the Administrator as required under subsection (c).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03d4e25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d4e26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Controller Training</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any Controller Workforce Plan of the FAA published after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d4e27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>identify all limiting factors on the ability of the Administrator to hire and train controllers in line with the staffing standards target set out in such Plan; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d4e28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s437/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>describe what actions the Administrator intends to take to rectify any impediments to meeting staffing standards targets and identify contributing factors that are outside the control of the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e25732" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="438">SEC. 438. </num><heading>AIRPORT SERVICE WORKFORCE ANALYSIS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03d9c49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d9c4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d9c4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall complete a comprehensive review of the domestic airport service workforce and examine the role of, impact on, and importance of such workforce to the aviation economy.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03d9c4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Working Group</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d9c4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the review required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall submit to the Secretary a report containing such review.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d9c4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03d9c4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public working group</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may convene a public working group to evaluate and discuss the report under paragraph (1) containing—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d9c50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the entities the Comptroller General consulted with in carrying out the review under subsection (a);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d9c51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>representatives of other relevant Federal agencies; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d9c52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>any other appropriate stakeholder.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1179">138 STAT. 1179</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03d9c53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s438/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Termination</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary convenes a working group under paragraph (2), such working group shall terminate on the date that is 1 year after the date on which the working group is convened.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e25807" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="439">SEC. 439. </num><heading>FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION ACADEMY AND FACILITY EXPANSION PLAN.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03e1184-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plan</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e1185-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03e1186-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>No later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate the development of a plan to expand overall FAA capacity relating to facilities, instruction, equipment, and training resources to grow the number of developmental air traffic controllers enrolled per fiscal year and support increases in FAA air controller staffing to advance the safety of the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e1187-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the plan under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall consider—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e1188-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the resources needed to support an increase in the total number of developmental air traffic controllers enrolled at the FAA Academy;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e1189-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the resources needed to lessen FAA Academy attrition per fiscal year;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e118a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>how to modernize the education and training of developmental air traffic controllers, including through the use of new techniques and technologies to support instruction;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e118b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the equipment needed to support expanded instruction, including air traffic control simulation systems, virtual reality, and other virtual training platforms;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e118c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>projected staffing needs associated with FAA Academy expansion and the operation of education platforms, including the number of on-the-job instructors needed to educate and train additional developmental air traffic controllers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e118d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>the costs of expanding FAA capacity at the existing air traffic control academy (as described in paragraph (1)(A));</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e118e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>soliciting input from, and coordinating with, relevant stakeholders as appropriate, including the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic control specialists of the FAA certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb03e118f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/a/2/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>other logistical and financial considerations as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03e1190-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the plan developed under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03e1191-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s439/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03e1192-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the submission of the plan under subsection (b), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the plan, including the implementation of the plan.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e25907" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s440" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="440">SEC. 440. </num><heading>IMPROVING FEDERAL AVIATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb03efbf3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s440/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 625 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>)<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb03efbf4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40132">49 USC 40132 note</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1180">138 STAT. 1180</page> <quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb040a9a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="625">“SEC. 625. </num><heading class="fontsize12">AVIATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040a9a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary of Transportation shall establish—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>a program to provide grants for eligible projects to support the education and recruitment of future aircraft pilots and the development of the aircraft pilot workforce;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>a program to provide grants for eligible projects to support the education and recruitment of aviation maintenance technical workers and the development of the aviation maintenance workforce; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>a program to provide grants for eligible projects to support the education and recruitment of aviation manufacturing technical workers and aerospace engineers and the development of the aviation manufacturing workforce.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040a9aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Project Grants</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Out of amounts made available under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48105">section 48105 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, there is authorized to be appropriated—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>$20,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028 to provide grants under the program established under subsection (a)(1);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>$20,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028 to provide grants under the program established under subsection (a)(2); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>$20,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028 to provide grants under the program established under subsection (a)(3).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Dollar amount limit</inline>.—</heading><content>In providing grants under the programs established under subsection (a), the Secretary may not make any grant more than $1,000,000 to any eligible entity in any 1 fiscal year.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Education projects</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall ensure that not less than 20 percent of the amounts made available under this subsection is used to carry out a grant program that shall be referred to as the ‘Willa Brown Aviation Education Program’ under which the Secretary shall provide grants for eligible projects described in subsection (d) that are carried out in counties containing at least 1 qualified opportunity zone (as such term is defined in section 1400Z–1(a) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Set aside for technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may set aside up to 2 percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this subsection for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028 to provide technical assistance to eligible applicants for a grant under this subsection.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consideration for certain applicants</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In reviewing and selecting applications for grants under the programs established under subsection (a), the Secretary may give consideration to applicants that provide an assurance—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>to use grant funds to encourage the participation of populations that are underrepresented in the aviation industry, including in economically disadvantaged geographic areas and rural communities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>to address the workforce needs of rural and regional airports; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>to strengthen aviation programs at a minority-serving institution (as described in section 371(a) of the <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1181">138 STAT. 1181</page> Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1067q/a">20 U.S.C. 1067q(a)</ref>), a public institution of higher education, or a public postsecondary vocational institution.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040a9b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible Applications</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040a9b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application for aircraft pilot program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An application for a grant under the program established under subsection (a)(1) may be submitted, in such form as the Secretary may specify, by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>an air carrier (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>an entity that holds management specifications under subpart K of title 91 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>an accredited institution of higher education, a postsecondary vocational institution, or a high school or secondary school;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>a flight school that provides flight training, as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt61">part 61 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, or that holds a pilot school certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt141">part 141 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>a labor organization representing professional aircraft pilots;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>an aviation-related nonprofit organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that is exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such Code; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content>a State, local, territorial, or Tribal governmental entity.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application for aviation maintenance program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An application for a grant under the program established under subsection (a)(2) may be submitted, in such form as the Secretary may specify, by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>a holder of a certificate issued under part 21, 121, 135, 145, or 147 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>a labor organization representing aviation maintenance workers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>an accredited institution of higher education, a postsecondary vocational institution, or a high school or secondary school;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>an aviation-related nonprofit organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that is exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such Code; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>a State, local, territorial, or Tribal governmental entity.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application for aviation manufacturing program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An application for a grant under the program established under subsection (a)(3) may be submitted, in such form as the Secretary may specify, by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>a holder of a type or production certificate or similar authorization issued under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704">section 44704 of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>an accredited institution of higher education, a postsecondary vocational institution, or a high school or secondary school;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1182">138 STAT. 1182</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>an aviation-related nonprofit organization described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that is exempt from taxation under section 501(a) of such Code;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>a labor organization representing aerospace engineering, design, or manufacturing workers; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>a State, local, territorial, or Tribal governmental entity.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d0db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible Projects</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aircraft pilot program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of the program established under subsection (a)(1), an eligible project is a project—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>to create and deliver a program or curriculum that provides high school or secondary school students and students of institutions of higher education with meaningful aviation education to become aircraft pilots or unmanned aircraft systems operators, including purchasing and operating a computer-based simulator associated with such curriculum;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>to establish or improve registered apprenticeship, internship, or scholarship programs for individuals pursuing employment as a professional aircraft pilot or unmanned aircraft systems operator;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>to create and deliver curriculum that provides certified flight instructors with the necessary instructional, leadership, and communication skills to better educate student pilots;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>to support the transition to professional aircraft pilot or unmanned systems operator careers, including for members and veterans of the armed forces;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>to support robust outreach about careers in commercial aviation as a professional aircraft pilot or unmanned system operator, including outreach to populations that are underrepresented in the aviation industry; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>to otherwise enhance or expand the aircraft pilot or unmanned aircraft system operator workforce.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation maintenance program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of the program established under subsection (a)(2), an eligible project is a project—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>to create and deliver a program or curriculum that provides high school and secondary school students and students of institutions of higher education with meaningful aviation maintenance education to become an aviation mechanic or aviation maintenance technician, including purchasing and operating equipment associated with such curriculum;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>to establish or improve registered apprenticeship, internship, or scholarship programs for individuals pursuing employment in the aviation maintenance industry;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>to support the transition to aviation maintenance careers, including for members and veterans of the armed forces;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>to support robust outreach about careers in the aviation maintenance industry, including outreach to populations that are underrepresented in the aviation industry; or<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1183">138 STAT. 1183</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>to otherwise enhance or expand the aviation maintenance technical workforce.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation manufacturing program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of the program established under subsection (a)(3), an eligible project is a project—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>to create and deliver a program or curriculum that provides high school and secondary school students and students of institutions of higher education with meaningful aviation manufacturing education to become an aviation manufacturing technical worker or aerospace engineer, including teaching technical skills used in the engineering and production of components, parts, or systems thereof for inclusion in an aircraft, aircraft engine, propeller, or appliance;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>to establish registered apprenticeship, internship, or scholarship programs for individuals pursuing employment in the aviation manufacturing industry;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>to support the transition to aviation manufacturing careers, including for members and veterans of the armed forces;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>to support robust outreach about careers in the aviation manufacturing industry, including outreach to populations that are underrepresented in the aviation industry; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>to otherwise enhance or expand the aviation manufacturing workforce.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d0ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting and Monitoring Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish reasonable reporting and monitoring requirements for grant recipients under this section to measure relevant outcomes for the grant programs established under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d0f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice of Grants</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timely public notice</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall provide public notice of any grant awarded under this section in a timely fashion after the Secretary awards such grant.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall provide to the appropriate Committees of Congress advance notice of a grant to be made under this section.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d0f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Grant Authority</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d0f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Termination date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limit on faa authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority of the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, acting on behalf of the Secretary, to issue grants under this section shall terminate on October 1, 2027.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d0f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nondelegation</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning on October 1, 2027, the Secretary shall issue grants under this section and may not delegate any of the authorities or responsibilities under this section to the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d0f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d0f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program Name Redesignation</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning on October 1, 2027, the Secretary shall redesignate the name of the program established under subsection (a) as the ‘Cooperative Aviation Recruitment, Enrichment, and Employment Readiness Program’ or the ‘CAREER Program’.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d0fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation With Secretary of Education</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may consult with the Secretary of Education, as appropriate, in—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>reviewing applications for grants for eligible projects under this section; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1184">138 STAT. 1184</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>developing considerations regarding program quality and measurement of student outcomes.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d0fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">“(j) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d0fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than September 30, 2028, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the administration of the programs established under subsection (a) covering each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028 that includes—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d0ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d100-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Summary.</p></sidenote><content>a summary of projects awarded grants under this section and the progress of each recipient towards fulfilling program expectations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d101-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d102-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>an evaluation of how such projects cumulatively impact the future supply of individuals in the United States aviation workforce, including any related best practices for carrying out such projects;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d103-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d104-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d105-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations for better coordinating actions by governmental entities, educational institutions, and businesses, aviation labor organizations, or other stakeholders to support aviation workforce growth;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d106-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d107-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>a review of how many grant recipients engaged with veterans and the resulting impact, if applicable, on recruiting and retaining veterans as part of the aviation workforce; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d108-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d109-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>a review of outreach conducted by grant recipients to encourage individuals to participate in aviation careers and the resulting impact, if applicable, on recruiting and retaining such individuals as part of the aviation workforce.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d10a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="k">“(k) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program Authority Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The authority of the Secretary to issue grants under this section shall expire on October 1, 2028.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d10b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="l">“(l) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d10c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Armed forces</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>armed forces</term>’ has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t10/s101">section 101 of title 10, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d10d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">High school</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>high school</term>’ has the meaning given such term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s7801">20 U.S.C. 7801</ref>)).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d10e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Institution of higher education</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>institution of higher education</term>’ has the meaning given such term in section 101(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1001/a">20 U.S.C. 1001(a)</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d10f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Postsecondary vocational institution</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>postsecondary vocational institution</term>’ has the meaning given such term in section 102(c) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1002/c">20 U.S.C. 1002(c)</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb040d110-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Secondary school</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>secondary school</term>’ has the meaning given such term in section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s7801">20 U.S.C. 7801</ref>)).”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb040d111-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s440/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb040d112-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendment made by subsection (a) shall take effect on October 1, 2024.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e26590" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s441" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="441">SEC. 441. </num><heading>NATIONAL STRATEGIC PLAN FOR AVIATION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0414643-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s441/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch401">Chapter 401 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb041bb74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="40132">“§ 40132.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb041bb75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40132">49 USC 40132</ref>.</p></sidenote> National strategic plan for aviation workforce development</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb041bb76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb041bb77-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than September 30, 2025, the Secretary of Transportation shall, in consultation with other Federal <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1185">138 STAT. 1185</page> agencies and the Cooperative Aviation Recruitment, Enrichment, and Employment Readiness Council (in this section referred to as the ‘CAREER Council’) established in subsection (c), establish and maintain a national strategic plan to improve recruitment, hiring, and retention and address projected challenges in the civil aviation workforce, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb78-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>any short-term, medium-term, and long-term workforce challenges relevant to the economy, workforce readiness, and priorities of the United States aviation sector;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb79-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>any existing or projected workforce shortages; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb7a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>any workforce situation or condition that warrants special attention by the Federal Government.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb041bb7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The national strategic plan described in subsection (a) shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>take into account the activities and accomplishments of all Federal agencies that are related to carrying out such plan;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb041bb7e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb041bb7f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>include recommendations for carrying out such plan; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb80-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>project and identify, on an annual basis, aviation workforce challenges, including any applicable workforce shortages.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb041bb81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Career Council</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb041bb83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than September 30, 2025, the Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator, shall establish a council comprised of individuals with expertise in the civil aviation industry to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>assist with developing and maintaining the national strategic plan described in subsection (a); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>provide advice to the Secretary, as appropriate, relating to the CAREER Program established under section 625 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, including as such advice relates to program administration and grant application selection, and support the development of performance metrics regarding the quality and outcomes of the Program.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Appointment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The CAREER Council shall be appointed by the Secretary from candidates nominated by national associations representing various sectors of the aviation industry, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>commercial aviation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>general aviation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>aviation labor organizations, including collective bargaining representatives of Federal Aviation Administration aviation safety inspectors, aviation safety engineers, and air traffic controllers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>aviation manufacturers; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>unmanned aviation.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb041bb8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Term</inline>.—</heading><content>Each council member appointed by the Secretary under paragraph (2) shall serve a term of 2 years.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb041bb8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nondelegation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may not delegate any of the authorities or responsibilities under this section to the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1186">138 STAT. 1186</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb041bb8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIV/s441/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch401">chapter 401 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb041bb90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb041bb91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 40101.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“40132. </designator> <label>National strategic plan for aviation workforce development.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <num value="V">TITLE V—</num><heading>PASSENGER EXPERIENCE IMPROVEMENTS</heading> <subtitle id="d9133e26810" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading>Consumer Enhancements</heading> <section id="d9133e26815" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s501" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="501">SEC. 501. </num><heading>ESTABLISHMENT OF OFFICE OF AVIATION CONSUMER PROTECTION.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb04230c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s102">Section 102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04230c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s501/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)(1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04230c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s501/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>7</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>8</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04230c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s501/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and an Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>an Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy, and an Assistant Secretary for Aviation Consumer Protection</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04230c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s501/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0427ee7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">“(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Office of Aviation Consumer Protection</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ee8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>There is established in the Department an Office of Aviation Consumer Protection (in this subsection referred to as the ‘Office’) to administer and enforce the aviation consumer protection and civil rights authorities provided to the Department by statute, including the authorities under section 41712—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ee9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>to assist, educate, and protect passengers; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427eea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>to monitor compliance with, conduct investigations relating to, and enforce, with support of attorneys in the Office of the General Counsel, including by taking appropriate action to address violations of aviation consumer protection and civil rights.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427eeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Leadership</inline>.—</heading><content>The Office shall be headed by the Assistant Secretary for Aviation Consumer Protection (in this subsection referred to as the ‘Assistant Secretary’).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427eec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0427eed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transition</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after funding is appropriated for an Office of Aviation Consumer Protection headed by an Assistant Secretary, the Office of Aviation Consumer Protection that is a unit within the Office of the General Counsel of the Department which is headed by the Assistant General Counsel for Aviation Consumer Protection shall cease to exist.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0427eee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote> The Secretary shall determine which employees are necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the new Office of Aviation Consumer Protection and such employees shall be transferred from the Office of the General Counsel, as appropriate, to the newly established Office of Aviation Consumer Protection.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427eef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Assistant Secretary shall coordinate with the General Counsel appointed under subsection (e)(1)(E), in accordance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s1.26">section 1.26 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or a successor regulation), on all legal matters relating to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ef0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>aviation consumer protection; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1187">138 STAT. 1187</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ef1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the duties and activities of the Office described in subparagraphs (A) through (C) of paragraph (1).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ef2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0427ef3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0427ef4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Assistant Secretary shall submit to the Secretary, who shall submit to Congress and make publicly available on the website of the Department, an annual report that, with respect to matters under the jurisdiction of the Department, or otherwise within the statutory authority of the Department—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ef5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0427ef6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analyses.</p></sidenote><content>analyzes trends in aviation consumer protection, civil rights, and licensing;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ef7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>identifies major challenges facing passengers; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ef8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>addresses any other relevant issues, as the Assistant Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0427ef9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0427efa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appropriation</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0427efb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">authorization.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>There is authorized to be appropriated $12,000,000 for fiscal year 2024, $13,000,000 for fiscal year 2025, $14,000,000 for fiscal year 2026, $15,000,000 for fiscal year 2027, and $16,000,000 for fiscal year 2028 to carry out this subsection.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e26994" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s502" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="502">SEC. 502. </num><heading>ADDITIONAL WITHIN AND BEYOND PERIMETER SLOT EXEMPTIONS AT RONALD REAGAN WASHINGTON NATIONAL AIRPORT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb042f32c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s502/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Increase in Number of Slot Exemptions</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41718">Section 41718 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following new subsection:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb043685d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional Slot Exemptions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb043685e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb043685f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Increase in slot exemptions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, the Secretary shall grant, by order, 10 exemptions from—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436860-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the application of sections 49104(a)(5), 49109, and 41714 to air carriers to operate limited frequencies and aircraft on routes between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and domestic airports located within or beyond the perimeter described in section 49109; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436861-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the requirements of subparts K, S, and T of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt93">part 93 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436862-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Non-limited incumbents</inline>.—</heading><content>Of the slot exemptions made available under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make 8 available to incumbent air carriers qualifying for status as a non-limited incumbent carrier at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport as of the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436863-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limited incumbents</inline>.—</heading><content>Of the slot exemptions made available under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall make 2 available to incumbent air carriers qualifying for status as a limited incumbent carrier at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport as of the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436864-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Allocation procedures</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall allocate the 10 slot exemptions provided under paragraph (1) pursuant to the application process established by the Secretary under subsection (d), subject to the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436865-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><content>Each air carrier that is eligible under paragraph (2) and paragraph (3) shall be eligible to operate no more and no less than 2 of the newly authorized slot exemptions.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1188">138 STAT. 1188</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436866-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall consider the extent to which the exemptions will—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0436867-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>enhance options for nonstop travel to beyond-perimeter airports that do not have nonstop service from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport as of the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0436868-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>have a positive impact on the overall level of competition in the markets that will be served as a result of those exemptions.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436869-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb043686a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority may not assess any penalty or similar levy against an individual air carrier solely for obtaining and operating a slot exemption authorized under this subsection.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb043686b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subparagraph (A) shall not be construed as prohibiting the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority from assessing and collecting any penalty, fine, or other levy, such as a handling fee or landing fee, that is—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb043686c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>authorized by the Metropolitan Washington Airports Regulations;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb043686d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>agreed to in writing by the air carrier; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb043686e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>charged in the ordinary course of business to an air carrier operating at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport regardless of whether or not the air carrier obtained a slot exemption authorized under this subsection.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb043686f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s502/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendments</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41718/c/2/A">Section 41718(c)(2)(A) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436870-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s502/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in clause (i) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and (b)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, (b), and (i)</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0436871-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s502/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in clause (ii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and (g)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(g), and (i)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0436872-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s502/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0436873-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41718">49 USC 41718 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Preservation of Existing Within Perimeter Service</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section, or the amendments made by this section, shall be construed as authorizing the conversion of a within-perimeter exemption or slot at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport that is in effect on the date of enactment of this Act to serve an airport located beyond the perimeter described in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s49109">section 49109 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e27209" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s503" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="503">SEC. 503. </num><heading>REFUNDS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb043dda4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s503/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch423">Chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after section 42304 the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb04479e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="42305">“§ 42305.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04479e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42305">49 USC 42305</ref>.</p></sidenote> Refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04479e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In the case of a passenger that holds a nonrefundable ticket on a scheduled flight to, from, or within the United States, an air carrier or a foreign air carrier shall, upon request as set forth in subsection (f), provide a full refund, including any taxes and ancillary fees, for the fare such carrier collected for any cancelled flight or significantly delayed or changed flight where the passenger chooses not to—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1189">138 STAT. 1189</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>fly on the significantly delayed or changed flight or accept rebooking on an alternative flight; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>accept any voucher, credit, or other form of compensation offered by the air carrier or foreign air carrier pursuant to subsection (c).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04479ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04479eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timing of Refund</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any refund required under subsection (a) shall be issued by the air carrier or foreign air carrier—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>in the case of a ticket purchased with a credit card, not later than 7 business days after the earliest date the refund was requested as set forth in subsection (f); or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>in the case of a ticket purchased with cash or another form of payment, not later than 20 days after the earliest date the refund was requested as set forth in subsection (f).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04479ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Alternative to Refund</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An air carrier and a foreign air carrier may offer a voucher, credit, or other form of compensation as an explicit alternative to providing a refund required by subsection (a) but only if—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau>the offer includes a clear and conspicuous notice of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the terms of the offer; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the passenger’s right to a full refund under this section;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04479f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>the voucher, credit, or other form of compensation offered explicitly as an alternative to providing a refund required by subsection (a) remains valid and redeemable by the consumer for a period of at least 5 years from the date on which such voucher, credit, or other form of compensation is issued;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>upon the issuance of such voucher, credit, or other form of compensation, an air carrier, foreign air carrier, or ticket agent, where applicable, notifies the recipient of the expiration date of the voucher, credit, or other form of compensation; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>upon request by an individual who self-identifies as having a disability (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>), an air carrier, foreign air carrier, or ticket agent provides a notification under paragraph (3) in an electronic format that is accessible to the recipient.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04479f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Significantly Delayed or Changed Flight Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term ‘<term>significantly delayed or changed flight</term>’ includes, at a minimum, a flight where the passenger arrives at a destination airport—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>in the case of a domestic flight, 3 or more hours after the original scheduled arrival time; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>in the case of an international flight, 6 or more hours after the original scheduled arrival time.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04479f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application to Ticket Agents</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04479fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04479fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall issue a final rule to apply refund requirements to ticket agents in the case of cancelled flights and significantly delayed or changed flights.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04479fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transfer of funds</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall issue regulations requiring air carriers and foreign air carriers to promptly transfer funds to a ticket agent if—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04479ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0447a00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary has determined that the ticket agent is responsible for providing the refund; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0447a01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the ticket agent does not possess the funds of the passenger.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1190">138 STAT. 1190</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0447a02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0447a03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timing and alternatives</inline>.—</heading><content>A refund provided by a ticket agent shall comply with the requirements in subsections (b) and (c) of this section.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0447a04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Refund</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An air carrier and a foreign air carrier shall consider a passenger to have requested a refund if—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb044a115-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>a flight is cancelled and a passenger is not offered an alternative flight or any voucher, credit, or other form of compensation by the air carrier or foreign air carrier pursuant to subsection (c);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb044a116-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>a passenger rejects the significantly delayed or changed flight, rebooking on an alternative flight, or any voucher, credit, or other form of compensation offered by the air carrier or foreign air carrier pursuant to subsection (c); or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb044a117-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><chapeau>a passenger does not respond to an offer of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb044a118-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>a significantly delayed or changed flight or an alternative flight and the flight departs without the passenger; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb044a119-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>a voucher, credit, or other form of compensation by the date on which the cancelled flight was scheduled to depart or the date that the significantly delayed or changed flight departs.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb044a11a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb044a11b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Refund Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>An air carrier and a foreign air carrier shall update their passenger notification systems to ensure passengers owed a refund under this section are notified of their right to receive a refund.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb044a11c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s503/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch423">chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb044a11d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb044a11e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 42301.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 42304 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“42305. </designator> <label>Refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e27497" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s504" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="504">SEC. 504. </num><heading>KNOW YOUR RIGHTS POSTERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb044ef3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s504/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch423">Chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after section 42305 the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0451650-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="42306">“§ 42306.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0451651-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42306">49 USC 42306</ref>.</p></sidenote> Know Your Rights posters</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0451652-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each large hub airport, medium hub airport, and small hub airport with scheduled passenger service shall prominently display posters that clearly and concisely outline the rights of airline passengers under Federal law with respect to, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0451653-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>flight delays and cancellations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0451654-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>refunds;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0451655-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>bumping of passengers from flights and the oversale of flights; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0451656-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>lost, delayed, or damaged baggage.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0451657-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Location</inline>.—</heading><content>Posters described in subsection (a) shall be displayed in conspicuous locations throughout the airport, including ticket counters, security checkpoints, and boarding gates.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0451658-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Accessibility Assistance</inline>.—</heading><content>Each large hub airport, medium hub airport, and small hub airport with scheduled passenger service shall ensure that passengers with a disability (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) who identify themselves as having such a disability are notified of the availability of accessibility assistance and shall assist such passengers in connecting to the appropriate entities to obtain the same information required in this section that is provided to other passengers.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1191">138 STAT. 1191</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0451659-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s504/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exemption</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301/a/1/A">Section 46301(a)(1)(A) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>chapter 423</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>chapter 423 (except section 42306)</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb045165a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s504/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch423">chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb045165b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb045165c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 42301.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 42305 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“42306. </designator> <label>Know Your Rights posters.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb045165d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s504/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb045165e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42306">49 USC 42306 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by this section shall take effect on the date that is 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e27649" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s505" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="505">SEC. 505. </num><heading>ACCESS TO CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSISTANCE FOR ALL TRAVELERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0458b8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s505/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Findings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Congress finds the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0458b90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s505/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>In the event of a cancelled or delayed flight, it is important for customers to be able to easily access information about the status of their flight and any alternative flight options.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0458b91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s505/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Customers should be able to access real-time assistance from customer service agents of air carriers without an excessive wait time, particularly during times of mass disruptions.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0458b92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s505/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transparency Requirements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0458b93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s505/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirement to maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch423">Chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after section 42306 the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb045b2a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="42307">“§ 42307.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb045b2a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42307">49 USC 42307</ref>.</p></sidenote> Requirement to maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number</heading><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb045b2a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirement</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb045b2a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A covered air carrier that operates a domestic or international flight to, from, or within the United States shall maintain—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb045b2a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>a customer service telephone line staffed by live agents;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb045b2a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>a customer chat option that allows for customers to speak to a live agent within a reasonable time, to the greatest extent practicable; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb045b2aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>a monitored text messaging number that enables customers to communicate and speak with a live agent directly.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb045b2ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Provision of services</inline>.—</heading><content>The services required under paragraph (1) shall be provided to customers without charge for the use of such services, and shall be available at all times.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb045b2ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall promulgate such rules as may be necessary to carry out this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb045b2ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered Air Carrier Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term ‘<term>covered air carrier</term>’ means an air carrier that sells tickets for scheduled passenger air transportation on an aircraft that, as originally designed, has a passenger capacity of 30 or more seats.</content></subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb045b2ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb045b2af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb045b2b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning on the date that is 120 days after the date of enactment of this section, a covered air carrier shall comply with the requirement specified in subsection (a) without regard to whether the Secretary has promulgated any rules to carry out this section as of the date that is 120 days after such date of enactment.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1192">138 STAT. 1192</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb045b2b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s505/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch423">chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb045b2b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb045b2b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 42301.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 42306 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“42307. </designator> <label>Requirement to maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e27815" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s506" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="506">SEC. 506. </num><heading>AIRLINE CUSTOMER SERVICE DASHBOARDS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04627e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s506/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Dashboards</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04627e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s506/a/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch423">Chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after section 42307 the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0467606-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="42308">“§ 42308.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0467607-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42308">49 USC 42308</ref>.</p></sidenote> DOT airline customer service dashboards</heading><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0467608-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirement To Establish and Maintain Publicly Available Dashboards</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary of Transportation shall establish, maintain, and make publicly available the following online dashboards for purposes of keeping aviation consumers informed with respect to certain policies of, and services provided by, large air carriers (as such term is defined by the Secretary) to the extent that such policies or services exceed what is required by Federal law:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0467609-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Delay and cancellation dashboard</inline>.—</heading><content>A dashboard that displays information regarding the services and compensation provided by each large air carrier to mitigate any passenger inconvenience caused by a delay or cancellation due to circumstances in the control of such carrier.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb046760a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb046760b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Explanation of circumstances</inline>.—</heading><content>The website on which such dashboard is displayed shall explain the circumstances under which a delay or cancellation is not due to circumstances in the control of the large air carrier (such as a delay or cancellation due to a weather event or an instruction from the Federal Aviation Administration Air Traffic Control System Command Center) consistent with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s234.4">section 234.4 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb046760c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Family seating dashboard</inline>.—</heading><content>A dashboard that displays information regarding which large air carriers guarantee that each child shall be seated adjacent to an adult accompanying the child without charging any additional fees.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb046760d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Seat size dashboard</inline>.—</heading><content>A dashboard that displays information regarding aircraft seat size for each large air carrier, including the pitch, width, and length of a seat in economy class for the aircraft models and configurations most commonly flown by such carrier.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb046760e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Family seating sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The requirement in subsection (a)(3) shall cease to be effective on the date on which the rule in section 516 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 is effective.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb046760f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0467610-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0467611-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Accessibility Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>In developing the dashboards required in subsection (a), the Secretary shall, in order to ensure the dashboards are accessible and contain pertinent information for passengers with disabilities, consult with the Air Carrier Access Act Advisory Committee, the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, any other relevant department or agency to determine appropriate accessibility standards, and disability organizations, including advocacy and nonprofit organizations that represent or provide services to individuals with disabilities.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1193">138 STAT. 1193</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0467612-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation on Dashboards</inline>.—</heading><content>After the rule required in section 516 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 is effective, the Secretary may not establish or maintain more than 4 different customer service dashboards at any given time.</content></subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0467613-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Provision of Information</inline>.—</heading><content>Each large air carrier shall provide to the Secretary such information as the Secretary requires to carry out this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0467614-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall cease to be effective on October 1, 2028.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0467615-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s506/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0467616-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0467617-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42308">49 USC 42308 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish each of the online dashboards required by <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42308/a">section 42308(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0467618-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s506/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch423">chapter 423 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0467619-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb046761a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 42301.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 42307 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“42308. </designator> <label>DOT airline customer service dashboards.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28013" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s507" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="507">SEC. 507. </num><heading>INCREASE IN CIVIL PENALTIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0469d2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s507/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301/a/1">Section 46301(a)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$25,000</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$75,000</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0469d2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s507/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0469d2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301">49 USC 46301 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendment made by subsection (a) shall apply to violations occurring on or after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0469d2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s507/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0469d2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301">49 USC 46301 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall revise such regulations as necessary to conform to the amendment made by subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28067" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s508" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="508">SEC. 508. </num><heading>ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR AVIATION CONSUMER PROTECTION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb046c440-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s508/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Extension</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 411(h) of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42301">49 U.S.C. 42301</ref> prec. note) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb046c441-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s508/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 411 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42301">49 U.S.C. 42301</ref> prec. note) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><clause class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb046c442-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Advisory Committee shall consult, as appropriate, with foreign air carriers, air carriers with an ultra-low-cost business model, nonprofit public interest groups with expertise in disability and accessibility matters, ticket agents, travel management companies, and any other groups as determined by the Secretary.”</content></clause> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28124" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s509" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="509">SEC. 509. </num><heading>EXTENSION OF AVIATION CONSUMER ADVOCATE REPORTING REQUIREMENT.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 424(e) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42302">49 U.S.C. 42302 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>October 1, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e28143" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="510">SEC. 510. </num><heading>CODIFICATION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION PROVISIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0476083-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Section 429 of FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0476084-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/a/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 429 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42301">49 U.S.C. 42301</ref> prec. note)<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0476085-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41727">49 USC 41727</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0476086-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by transferring such section to appear after <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41726">section 41726 of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0476087-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> such section as section 41727 of such title; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1194">138 STAT. 1194</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0476088-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="amend">amending</amendingAction> the section heading of such section to read as follows:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0478799-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="41727">“§ 41727.</num><heading class="fontsize12"> Passenger Rights”</heading></section> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb047879a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/a/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical amendment</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41727">Section 41727 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, as transferred and redesignated by paragraph (1), <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Secretary</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb047879b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Section 434 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb047879c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 434 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41705">49 U.S.C. 41705 note</ref>)<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb047879d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb047879e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by transferring such section to appear after <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41727">section 41727 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, as transferred and redesignated by subsection (a)(1);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb047879f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> such section 434 as section 41728 of such title; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04787a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="amend">amending</amendingAction> the section heading of such section 41728 to read as follows:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb04787a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="41728">“§ 41728.</num><heading class="fontsize12"> Airline passengers with disabilities bill of rights”</heading></section> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04787a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical amendment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">Section 41728 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, as transferred and redesignated by paragraph (1), <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04787a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41705">section 41705 of title 49, United States Code</ref></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 41705</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04787a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subsection (c) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the date of enactment of this Act</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04787a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in subsection (f) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>ensure employees</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>ensure that employees</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04787a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s510/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch417">chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04787a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04787a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 41701.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 41726 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“41727. </designator> <label>Passenger rights.</label> </referenceItem><referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“41728. </designator> <label>Airline passengers with disabilities bill of rights.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28395" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="511">SEC. 511. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04787a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s6302">49 USC 6302 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>BUREAU OF TRANSPORTATION STATISTICS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0484afa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0484afb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Bureau of Transportation Statistics shall initiate a rulemaking to revise <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s234.4">section 234.4 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to create a new “cause of delay” category (or categories) that identifies and tracks information on delays and cancellations of air carriers (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>) that are due to instructions from the FAA Air Traffic Control System and to make any other changes necessary to carry out this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0484afc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air Carrier Code</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The following causes shall not be included within the Air Carrier code specified in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s234.4">section 234.4 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for cancelled and delayed flights:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484afd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Aircraft cleaning necessitated by the death of a passenger.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484afe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Aircraft damage caused by extreme weather, foreign object debris, or sabotage.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484aff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>A baggage or cargo loading delay caused by an outage of a bag system not controlled by a carrier or its contractor.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1195">138 STAT. 1195</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Cybersecurity attacks (provided that the air carrier is in compliance with applicable cybersecurity regulations).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>A shutdown or system failure of government systems that directly affects the ability of an air carrier to safely conduct flights and is unexpected.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Overheated brakes due to a safety incident resulting in the use of emergency procedures.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>Unscheduled maintenance, including in response to an airworthiness directive, manifesting outside a scheduled maintenance program that cannot be deferred or must be addressed before flight.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>An emergency that required medical attention through no fault of the carrier.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>The removal of an unruly passenger.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/b/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><content>An airport closure due to the presence of volcanic ash, wind, or wind shear.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0484b07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Family Seating Complaints</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0484b09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director of the Bureau of Transportation Statistics shall update the reporting framework of the Bureau to create a new category to identify and track information on complaints related to family seating.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The requirements in paragraph (1) shall cease to be effective on the date on which the rulemaking required by section 513 is effective.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0484b0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air Travel Consumer Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">ATCSCC delays</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include information on delays and cancellations that are due to instructions from the FAA Air Traffic Control System Command Center in the Air Travel Consumer Report issued by the Office of Aviation Consumer Protection of the Department of Transportation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Family seating complaints</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall include information on complaints related to family seating—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b0e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the Air Travel Consumer Report issued by the Office of Aviation Consumer Protection of the Department of Transportation; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b0f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>on the family seating dashboard required by subsection (a)(2).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0484b10-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s511/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The requirements in paragraph (2) shall cease to be effective on the date on which the rulemaking required by section 513 is effective.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28565" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s512" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="512">SEC. 512. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0484b11-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC note</ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0484b12-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 42301.</p></sidenote><heading>REIMBURSEMENT FOR INCURRED COSTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0489933-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s512/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0489934-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0489935-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall direct all air carriers providing scheduled passenger interstate or intrastate air transportation to establish policies regarding reimbursement for lodging, transportation between such lodging and the airport, and meal costs incurred due to a flight cancellation or significant delay directly attributable to the air carrier.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0489936-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s512/b" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0489937-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of Significantly Delayed</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>significantly delayed</term>” means, with respect to air transportation, the departure or arrival at the originally ticketed destination associated with such transportation has changed—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0489938-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s512/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the case of a domestic flight, 3 or more hours after the original scheduled arrival time; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1196">138 STAT. 1196</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0489939-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s512/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in the case of an international flight, 6 or more hours after the original scheduled arrival time.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb048993a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s512/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed as providing the Secretary with any additional authorities beyond the authority to require air carriers establish the policies referred to in subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28624" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="513">SEC. 513. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb048993b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC note</ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb048993c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 42301.</p></sidenote><heading>STREAMLINING OF OFFLINE TICKET DISCLOSURES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb048e75d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb048e75e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb048e75f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall take such action as may be necessary to update the process by which an air carrier or ticket agent is required to fulfill disclosure obligations in ticketing transactions for air transportation not completed through a website.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb048e760-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The process updated under subsection (a) shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb048e761-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>include means of referral to the applicable air carrier website with respect to disclosures related to air carrier optional fees and policies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb048e762-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>include a means of referral to the website of the Department of Transportation with respect to any other required disclosures to air transportation passengers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb048e763-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>make no changes to air carrier or ticket agent obligations with respect to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb048e764-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41712/c">section 41712(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb048e765-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>subsections (a) and (b) of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s399.84">section 399.84 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or any successor regulations); and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb048e766-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>require disclosures referred to in paragraphs (1) and (2) to be made in the manner existing prior to the date of enactment of this Act upon passenger request.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb048e767-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s513/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air Carrier Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>air carrier</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102/a">section 40102(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28708" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s514" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="514">SEC. 514. </num><heading>GAO STUDY ON COMPETITION AND CONSOLIDATION IN THE AIR CARRIER INDUSTRY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0493588-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s514/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0493589-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study assessing competition and consolidation in the United States air carrier industry. Such study shall include an assessment of data related to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049358a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s514/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the history of mergers in the United States air carrier industry, including whether any claimed efficiencies have been realized;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049358b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s514/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the effect of consolidation in the United States air carrier industry, if any, on consumers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049358c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s514/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the effect of consolidation in the United States air carrier industry, if any, on air transportation service in small and rural markets; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049358d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s514/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the current state of competition in the United States air carrier industry as of the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb049358e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s514/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049358f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0493590-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the results of the study conducted under subsection (a), and recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1197">138 STAT. 1197</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28762" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="515">SEC. 515. </num><heading>GAO STUDY AND REPORT ON THE OPERATIONAL PREPAREDNESS OF AIR CARRIERS FOR CERTAIN EVENTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb049aac1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049aac2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049aac3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall study and assess the operational preparedness of air carriers for changing weather and other events related to changing conditions and natural hazards, including flooding, extreme heat, changes in precipitation, storms, including winter storms, coastal storms, tropical storms, and hurricanes, and fire conditions.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049aac4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>As part of the study required under paragraph (1), the Comptroller General shall assess the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049aac5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The extent to which air carriers are preparing for weather events and natural disasters, as well as changing conditions and natural hazards, that may impact operational investments of air carriers, staffing levels and safety policies, mitigation strategies, and other resiliency planning.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049aac6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>How the FAA oversees operational resilience of air carriers relating to storms, natural disasters, and changing conditions.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049aac7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Steps the Federal Government and air carriers can take to improve operational resilience relating to storms, natural disasters, and changing conditions.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb049aac8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing and Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049aac9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049aaca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049aacb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the study required under subsection (a), and recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb049aacc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the briefing required by paragraph (1) is provided, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the study required under subsection (a), and recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb049aacd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s515/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of Air Carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>air carrier</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28855" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s516" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="516">SEC. 516. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049aace-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC note</ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049aacf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 42301. </p></sidenote><heading>FAMILY SEATING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb049d1e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s516/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049d1e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049d1e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049d1e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to establish a policy directing air carriers that assign seats, or allow individuals to select seats in advance of the date of departure of a flight, to sit each young child adjacent to an accompanying adult, to the greatest extent practicable, if adjacent seat assignments are available at any time after the ticket is issued for each young child and before the first passenger boards the flight.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb049d1e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s516/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on Fees</inline>.—</heading><content>The notice of proposed rulemaking described in subsection (a) shall include a provision that prohibits an air carrier from charging a fee, or imposing an additional cost beyond the ticket price of the additional seat, to seat each young child adjacent to an accompanying adult within the same class of service.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1198">138 STAT. 1198</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb049f8f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s516/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding the requirement in subsection (a), nothing in this section may be construed to allow the Secretary to impose a change in the overall seating or boarding policy of an air carrier that has an open or flexible seating policy in place that generally allows adjacent family seating as described under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb049f8f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s516/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb049f8f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definition.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Young Child</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>young child</term>” means an individual who has not attained 14 years of age.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e28916" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="517">SEC. 517. </num><heading>PASSENGER EXPERIENCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b3178-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b3179-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish an advisory committee to advise the Secretary and the Administrator in carrying out activities relating to the improvement of the passenger experience in air transportation customer service. The advisory committee shall not duplicate the work of any other advisory committee.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b317a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b317b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall appoint the members of the advisory committee, which shall be comprised of at least 1 representative of each of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b317c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>mainline air carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b317d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>air carriers with a low-cost or ultra-low-cost business model;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b317e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>regional air carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b317f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>large hub airport sponsors and operators;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3180-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>medium hub airport sponsors and operators;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3181-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>small hub airport sponsors and operators;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3182-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>nonhub airport sponsors and operators;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3183-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>ticket agents;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3184-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>representatives of intermodal transportation companies that operate at airports;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3185-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><content>airport concessionaires;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3186-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/11" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="11">(11) </num><content>nonprofit public interest groups with expertise in consumer protection matters;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3187-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/12" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="12">(12) </num><content>senior managers of the FAA Air Traffic Organization;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3188-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/13" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="13">(13) </num><content>aircraft manufacturers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3189-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/14" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="14">(14) </num><content>entities representing individuals with disabilities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b318a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/15" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="15">(15) </num><chapeau>certified labor organizations representing aviation workers, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b318b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/15/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>FAA employees;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b318c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/15/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>airline pilots working for air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b318d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/15/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>flight attendants working for air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b318e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/15/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>other customer-facing airline and airport workers;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b318f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/16" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="16">(16) </num><content>other organizations or industry segments as determined by the Secretary; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b3190-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/b/17" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="17">(17) </num><content>other Federal agencies that directly interface with passengers at airports.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b3191-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Vacancies</inline>.—</heading><content>A vacancy in the advisory committee under this section shall be filled in a manner consistent with subsection (b).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b57a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Travel Expenses</inline>.—</heading><content>Members of the advisory committee under this section shall serve without pay but shall receive travel expenses, including per diem in lieu of subsistence, in accordance with <ref href="/us/usc/t5/ch57/schI">subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1199">138 STAT. 1199</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b57a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Designation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Chair</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall designate an individual among the individuals appointed under subsection (b) to serve as Chair of the advisory committee.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b57a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The duties of the advisory committee shall include—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>evaluating ways to improve the comprehensive passenger experience, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>transportation between airport terminals and facilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>baggage handling;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>wayfinding;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the security screening process; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>the communication of flight delays and cancellations;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>evaluating ways to improve efficiency in the national airspace system affecting passengers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>evaluating ways to improve the cooperation and coordination between the Department of Transportation and other Federal agencies that directly interface with aviation passengers at airports;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>responding to other taskings determined by the Secretary; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/f/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>providing recommendations to the Secretary and the Administrator, if determined necessary during the evaluations considered in paragraphs (1) through (4).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b57b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and every 2 years thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to Congress a report containing—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/g/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>consensus recommendations made by the advisory committee since such date of enactment or the previous report, as appropriate; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04b57b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/g/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>an explanation of how the Secretary has implemented such recommendations and, for such recommendations not implemented, the Secretary’s reason for not implementing such recommendation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b57b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition</inline>.—</heading><content>The definitions in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, shall apply to this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b57ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall cease to be effective on October 1, 2028.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04b57bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s517/j" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Termination of DOT ACCESS Advisory Committee</inline>.—</heading><content>The ACCESS Advisory Committee of the Department of Transportation shall terminate on the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e29223" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s518" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="518">SEC. 518. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04b57bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>UPDATING PASSENGER INFORMATION REQUIREMENT REGULATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04ba5de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s518/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">ARAC Tasking</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall task the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04ba5df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s518/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04ba5e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>reviewing passenger information requirement regulations under section 121.317 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulation, and such other related regulations as the Administrator determines appropriate; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04ba5e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s518/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04ba5e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04ba5e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>making recommendations to update and improve such regulations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04ba5e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s518/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final Regulation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 6 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a final regulation revising section 121.317 of title 14, Code of Federal <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1200">138 STAT. 1200</page> Regulations, and such other related regulations as the Administrator determines appropriate, to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04ba5e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s518/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>update such section and regulations to incorporate exemptions commonly issued by the Administrator;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04ba5e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s518/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>reflect civil penalty inflation adjustments; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04ba5e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s518/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>incorporate such updates and improvements recommended by the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee that the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e29290" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s519" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="519">SEC. 519. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04ba5e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04ba5e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC note</ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04ba5ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 42301.</p></sidenote><heading>SEAT DIMENSIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb04bccfb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04bccfc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s519/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04bccfd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><content>initiate a rulemaking activity based on the regulation described in section 577 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42301">49 U.S.C. 42301 note</ref>); or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04bccfe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s519/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04bccff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><content>if the Administrator decides not to pursue the rulemaking described in paragraph (1), the Administrator shall brief appropriate committees of Congress on the justification of such decision.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e29325" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stA/s520" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="520">SEC. 520. </num><heading>MODERNIZATION OF CONSUMER COMPLAINT SUBMISSIONS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb04bf410-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42302">Section 42302 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb04c4231-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="42302">“§ 42302.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c4232-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Website.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c4233-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42302">49 USC 42302</ref>.</p></sidenote> Consumer complaints</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04c4234-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary of Transportation shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c4235-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>maintain an accessible website through the Office of Aviation Consumer Protection to accept the submission of complaints from airline passengers regarding air travel service problems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c4236-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c4237-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c4238-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote><content>take appropriate actions to notify the public of such accessible website.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04c4239-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice to Passengers on the Internet</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An air carrier or foreign air carrier providing scheduled air transportation using any aircraft that as originally designed has a passenger capacity of 30 or more passenger seats shall include on the accessible website of the carrier—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c423a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>the accessible website, e-mail address, or telephone number of the air carrier for the submission of complaints by passengers about air travel service problems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c423b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>the accessible website maintained pursuant to subsection (a).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04c423c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c423d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of Additional or Alternative Technologies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall periodically evaluate the benefits of using mobile phone applications or other widely used technologies to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c423e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>provide additional or alternative means for air passengers to submit complaints; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c423f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>provide such additional or alternative means as the Secretary determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04c4240-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air Ambulance Providers</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each air ambulance provider shall include the accessible website, or a link to such accessible website, maintained pursuant to subsection (a) and the contact information for the Aviation Consumer Advocate established by section 424 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s42302">49 U.S.C. 42302 note</ref>) on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c4241-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>any invoice, bill, or other communication provided to a passenger or customer of such provider; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1201">138 STAT. 1201</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c4242-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>the accessible website and any related mobile device application of such provider.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></section> </subtitle> <subtitle id="d9133e29446" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c4243-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Disabled persons.</p></sidenote>Accessibility</heading> <section id="d9133e29455" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s541" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="541">SEC. 541. </num><heading>AIR CARRIER ACCESS ACT ADVISORY COMMITTEE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04c9064-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s541/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 439 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41705">49 U.S.C. 41705 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c9065-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s541/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the section heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>advisory committee on the air travel needs of passengers with disabilities</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>air carrier access act advisory committee</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c9066-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s541/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (c)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (G) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c9067-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content>Manufacturers of wheelchairs, including powered wheelchairs, and other mobility aids.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04c9068-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s541/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (g) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04c9069-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s541/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 1(b) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>)<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c906a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/stat/132/3186">132 Stat. 3186</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 439 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“Sec. 439. </designator> <label>Air Carrier Access Act advisory committee.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e29557" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="542">SEC. 542. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c906b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04c906c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>IMPROVED TRAINING STANDARDS FOR ASSISTING PASSENGERS WHO USE WHEELCHAIRS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04d2cad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04d2cae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04d2caf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to develop requirements for minimum training standards for airline personnel or contractors who assist wheelchair users who board or deplane using an aisle chair or other boarding device.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04d2cb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The training standards developed under subsection (a) shall require, at a minimum, that airline personnel or contractors who assist passengers who use wheelchairs who board or deplane using an aisle chair or other boarding device—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>before being allowed to assist a passenger using an aisle chair or other boarding device to board or deplane, be able to successfully demonstrate skills (during hands-on training sessions) on—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>how to safely use the aisle chair, or other boarding device, including the use of all straps, brakes, and other safety features;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>how to assist in the transfer of passengers to and from their wheelchair, the aisle chair, and the aircraft’s passenger seat, either by physically lifting the passenger or deploying a mechanical device for the lift or transfer; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>how to effectively communicate with, and take instruction from, the passenger;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>are trained regarding the availability of accessible lavatories and on-board wheelchairs and the right of a qualified individual with a disability to request an on-board wheelchair; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04d2cb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04d2cb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>complete refresher training within 18 months of an initial training and be recertified on the job every 18 months <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1202">138 STAT. 1202</page> thereafter by a relevant superior in order to remain qualified for providing aisle chair assistance.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04d2cb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the rulemaking under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>whether to require air carriers and foreign air carriers to partner with national disability organizations and disabled veterans organizations representing individuals with disabilities who use wheelchairs and scooters in developing, administering, and auditing training;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>whether to require air carriers and foreign air carriers to use a lift device, instead of an aisle chair, to board and deplane passengers with mobility disabilities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04d2cbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>whether individuals able to provide boarding and deplaning assistance for passengers with limited or no mobility should receive training incorporating procedures from medical professionals on how to properly lift these passengers.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04d2cbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue a final rule pursuant to the rulemaking conducted under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04d2cbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s542/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Penalties</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may assess a civil penalty in accordance with <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301">section 46301 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, to any air carrier or foreign air carrier who fails to meet the requirements established under the final rule under subsection (d).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e29678" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="543">SEC. 543. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04d2cbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04d2cc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TRAINING STANDARDS FOR STOWAGE OF WHEELCHAIRS AND SCOOTERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04da1f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04da1f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to develop minimum training standards related to stowage of wheelchairs and scooters used by passengers with disabilities on aircraft.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04da1f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The training standards developed under subsection (a) shall require, at a minimum, that personnel and contractors of air carriers and foreign air carriers who stow wheelchairs and scooters on aircraft—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04da1f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>before being allowed to handle or stow a wheelchair or scooter, be able to successfully demonstrate skills (during hands-on training sessions) on—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04da1f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>how to properly handle and configure, at a minimum, the most commonly used power and manual wheelchairs and scooters for stowage on each aircraft type operated by the air carrier or foreign air carrier;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04da1f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>how to properly review any wheelchair or scooter information provided by the passenger or the wheelchair or scooter manufacturer; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04da1f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>how to properly load, secure, and unload wheelchairs and scooters, including how to use any specialized equipment for loading or unloading, on each aircraft type operated by the air carrier or foreign air carrier; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04da1f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04da1f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04da1fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>complete refresher training within 18 months of an initial training and be recertified on the job every 18 months thereafter by a relevant superior in order to remain qualified for handling and stowing wheelchairs and scooters.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04da1fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the rulemaking under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider, at a minimum, whether to require air carriers and foreign air carriers to partner with <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1203">138 STAT. 1203</page> wheelchair or scooter manufacturers, national disability and disabled veterans organizations representing individuals who use wheelchairs and scooters, and aircraft manufacturers, in developing, administering, and auditing training.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04da1fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue a final rule pursuant to the rulemaking conducted under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04da1fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s543/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Penalties</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may assess a civil penalty in accordance with <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301">section 46301 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, to any air carrier or foreign air carrier who fails to meet the requirements established under the final rule under subsection (d).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e29777" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="544">SEC. 544. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04da1fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04da1ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>MOBILITY AIDS ON BOARD IMPROVE LIVES AND EMPOWER ALL.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04eb370-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication of Cargo Hold Dimensions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eb371-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall require air carriers to publish in a prominent and easily accessible place on the public website of the air carrier, information describing the relevant dimensions and other characteristics of the cargo holds of all aircraft types operated by the air carrier, including the dimensions of the cargo hold entry, that would limit the size, weight, and allowable type of cargo.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eb372-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Proprietary information</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall allow an air carrier to protect the confidentiality of any trade secret or proprietary information submitted in accordance with paragraph (1), as appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04eb373-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Refund Required for Individual Traveling With Wheelchair</inline>.—</heading><content>In the case of a qualified individual with a disability traveling with a wheelchair who has purchased a ticket for a flight from an air carrier, but who cannot travel on the aircraft for such flight because the wheelchair of such qualified individual cannot be physically accommodated in the cargo hold of the aircraft, the Secretary shall require such air carrier to offer a refund to such qualified individual of any previously paid fares, fees, and taxes applicable to such flight.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04eb374-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Evaluation of Data Regarding Damaged Wheelchairs</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04eb375-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote>later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eb376-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>evaluate data regarding the type and frequency of incidents of the mishandling of wheelchairs on aircraft and delineate such data by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eb377-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>types of wheelchairs involved in such incidents; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eb378-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the ways in which wheelchairs are mishandled, including the type of damage to wheelchairs (such as broken drive wheels or casters, bent or broken frames, damage to electrical connectors or wires, control input devices, joysticks, upholstery or other components, loss, or delay of return);</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04eda8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine whether there are trends with respect to the data evaluated under paragraph (1); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04eda8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04eda8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04eda8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>make available on the public website of the Department of Transportation, in an accessible manner, a report containing the results of the evaluation of data and determination made <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1204">138 STAT. 1204</page> under paragraphs (1) and (2) and a description of how the Secretary plans to address such results.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04eda8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress on Mishandled Wheelchairs</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of each annual report required under subsection (c), the Secretary shall transmit to the appropriate committees of Congress such report.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04eda90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Feasibility of In-Cabin Wheelchair Restraint Systems</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04eda92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04eda93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Strategic roadmap.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Roadmap</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a publicly available strategic roadmap that describes how the Department of Transportation and the United States Access Board, respectively, shall, in accordance with the recommendations from the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Transportation Research Board Special Report 341—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>establish a program of research, in collaboration with the Rehabilitation Engineering and Assistive Technology Society of North America, the assistive technology industry, air carriers, original equipment manufacturers, national disability and disabled veterans organizations, and any other relevant stakeholders, to test and evaluate an appropriate selection of WC19-compliant wheelchairs and accessories in accordance with applicable FAA crashworthiness and safety performance criteria, including the issues and considerations set forth in such Special Report 341; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>sponsor studies that assess issues and considerations, including those set forth in such Special Report 341, such as—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the likely demand for air travel by individuals who are nonambulatory if such individuals could remain seated in their personal wheelchairs in flight; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the feasibility of implementing seating arrangements that would accommodate passengers in wheelchairs in the main cabin in flight.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04eda99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If determined to be technically feasible by the Secretary, not later than 2 years after making such determination, the Secretary shall commence a study to assess the economic and financial feasibility of air carriers and foreign air carriers implementing seating arrangements that accommodate passengers with wheelchairs in the main cabin during flight. Such study shall include an assessment of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the cost of such seating arrangements, equipment, and installation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the demand for such seating arrangements;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the impact of such seating arrangements on passenger seating and safety on aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the impact of such seating arrangements on the cost of operations and airfare; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>any other information determined appropriate by the Secretary.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04eda9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04edaa0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04edaa1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the study under paragraph (2) is completed, the Secretary <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1205">138 STAT. 1205</page> shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a publicly available report describing the results of the study conducted under paragraph (2) and any recommendations the Secretary determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04edaa2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04edaa3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/f/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>air carrier</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04edaa4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Disability; qualified individual with a disability</inline>.—</heading><content>The terms “disability” and “qualified individual with a disability” have the meanings given such terms in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (as in effect on date of enactment of this Act).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04edaa5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s544/f/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Wheelchair</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>wheelchair</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s37.3">section 37.3 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (as in effect on date of enactment of this Act), and includes power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, and scooters.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e30034" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="545">SEC. 545. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04edaa6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PRIORITIZING ACCOUNTABILITY AND ACCESSIBILITY FOR AVIATION CONSUMERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04fc507-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress, and make publicly available, a report on aviation consumer complaints related to passengers with a disability filed with the Department of Transportation.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04fc508-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each annual report submitted under subsection (a) shall, at a minimum, include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc509-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The number of aviation consumer complaints reported to the Secretary related to passengers with a disability filed with the Department of Transportation during the calendar year preceding the year in which such report is submitted.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc50a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>The nature of such complaints, including reported issues with—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc50b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>an air carrier, including an air carrier’s staff training or lack thereof;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc50c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>mishandling of passengers with a disability or their accessibility equipment, including mobility aids and wheelchairs;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc50d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the condition, availability, or lack of accessibility of equipment operated by an air carrier or a contractor of an air carrier;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc50e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the accessibility of in-flight services, including accessing and using on-board lavatories, for passengers with a disability;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc50f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>difficulties experienced by passengers with a disability in communicating with air carrier personnel;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc510-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>difficulties experienced by passengers with a disability in being moved, handled, or otherwise assisted;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc511-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>an air carrier changing the flight itinerary of a passenger with a disability without the consent of such passenger;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fc512-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>issues experienced by passengers with a disability traveling with a service animal; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/2/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>such other issues as the Secretary determines appropriate.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1206">138 STAT. 1206</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04fec25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Overview.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04fec26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>An overview of the review process for such complaints received during such calendar year.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The median length of time for how quickly review of such complaints was initiated by the Secretary.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>The median length of time for how quickly such complaints were resolved or otherwise addressed.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>Of the complaints that were found to violate <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41705">section 41705 of title 49, United States Code</ref>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the number of such complaints for which a formal enforcement order was issued; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the number of such complaints for which a formal enforcement order was not issued.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><chapeau>How many aviation consumer complaints related to passengers with a disability were referred to the Department of Justice for an enforcement action under—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/7/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (<ref href="/us/usc/t29/s794">29 U.S.C. 794</ref>);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/7/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s12101/etseq">42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.</ref>); or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/7/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>any other provision of law.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>How many aviation consumer complaints related to passengers with a disability filed with the Department of Transportation that involved airport staff (or other matters under the jurisdiction of the FAA) were referred to the FAA.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/b/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>The number of disability-related aviation consumer complaints filed with the Department of Transportation involving Transportation Security Administration staff that were referred to the Transportation Security Administration or the Department of Homeland Security.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb04fec32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in paragraph (2), the definitions set forth in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, apply to this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>air carrier</term>” means an air carrier conducting passenger operations under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb04fec35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s545/c/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passengers with a disability</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>passengers with a disability</term>” has the meaning given the term “<term>qualified individual with a disability</term>” in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e30249" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="546">SEC. 546. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb04fec36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ACCOMMODATIONS FOR QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb051c0f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051c0f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notices.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051c0f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c0fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Advanced notice of proposed rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding seating accommodations for any qualified individual with a disability.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c0fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice of proposed rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date on which the advanced notice of proposed rulemaking under paragraph (1) is completed, the Secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding seating accommodations for any qualified individual with a disability.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1207">138 STAT. 1207</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c0fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 months after the date on which the notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph (B) is completed, the Secretary shall issue a final rule pursuant to the rulemaking conducted under this subsection.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb051c0fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the advanced notice of proposed rulemaking required in subsection (a)(1), the Secretary shall consider the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c0fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>The scope and anticipated number of qualified individuals with a disability who—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c0ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>may need to be seated with a companion to receive assistance during a flight; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c100-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>should be afforded bulkhead seats or other seating considerations.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c101-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The types of disabilities that may need seating accommodations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c102-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Whether such qualified individuals with a disability are unable to obtain, or have difficulty obtaining, appropriate seating accommodations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c103-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The scope and anticipated number of individuals assisting a qualified individual with a disability who should be afforded an adjoining seat pursuant to <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.81">section 382.81 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c104-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Any notification given to qualified individuals with a disability regarding available seating accommodations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c105-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Any method that is adequate to identify fraudulent claims for seating accommodations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c106-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>Any other information determined appropriate by the Secretary.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb051c107-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Known Service Animal Travel Pilot Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c108-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish a pilot program to allow approved program participants as known service animals for purposes of exemption from the documentation requirements under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt382">part 382 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, with respect to air travel with a service animal.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c109-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The pilot program established under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c10a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>be optional for a service animal accompanying a qualified individual with a disability;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c10b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>provide for assistance for applicants, including over-the-phone assistance, throughout the application process for the program; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c10c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>with respect to any web-based components of the pilot program, meet or exceed the standards described in section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (<ref href="/us/usc/t29/s794d">29 U.S.C. 794d</ref>) and the regulations implementing that Act as set forth in <ref href="/us/cfr/t36/pt1194">part 1194 of title 36, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or any successor regulations).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c10d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the pilot program under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall consult with—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c10e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>disability organizations, including advocacy and nonprofit organizations that represent or provide services to individuals with disabilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c10f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>air carriers and foreign air carriers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c110-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>accredited service animal training programs and authorized registrars, such as the International Guide Dog Federation, Assistance Dogs International, and other <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1208">138 STAT. 1208</page> similar organizations and foreign and domestic governmental registrars of service animals;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c111-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>other relevant departments or agencies of the Federal Government; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c112-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>other entities determined to be appropriate by the Secretary.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051c113-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To be eligible to participate in the pilot program under this subsection, an individual shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e824-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>be a qualified individual with a disability;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e825-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>require the assistance of a service animal because of a disability; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e826-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e827-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e828-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e829-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clarification</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may award a grant or enter into a contract or cooperative agreement in order to carry out this subsection.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e82a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nominal fee</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may require an applicant to pay a nominal fee, not to exceed $25, to participate in the pilot program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e82b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e82c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e82d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the establishment of the pilot program under this subsection, and annually thereafter until the date described in paragraph (8), the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress and make publicly available report on the progress of the pilot program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e82e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/c/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The pilot program shall terminate on the date that is 5 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb051e82f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Accredited Service Animal Training Programs and Authorized Registrars</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e830-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e831-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p></sidenote>later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall publish and maintain, on the website of the Department of Transportation, a list of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e832-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>accredited programs that train service animals; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e833-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>authorized registrars that evaluate service animals.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb051e834-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress on Service Animal Requests</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on requests for air travel with service animals, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e835-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>during the reporting period, how many requests to board an aircraft with a service animal were made in total, and how many requests were made by qualified individuals with disabilities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e836-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>the number and percentage of such requests, categorized by type of request, that were reported by air carriers or foreign air carriers as—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e837-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>granted;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e838-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>denied but not fraudulent; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e839-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/e/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>denied as fraudulent.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb051e83a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Training</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e83b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e83c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e83d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall, in consultation with the Air Carrier Access Act Advisory Committee, issue guidance regarding improvements to training for airline personnel (including contractors) in recognizing when a qualified individual with a disability is traveling with a service animal.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1209">138 STAT. 1209</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e83e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The guidance issued under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e83f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/f/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>take into account respectful engagement with and assistance for individuals with a wide range of visible and nonvisible disabilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e840-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/f/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>provide information on—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb051e841-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/f/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>service animal behavior and whether the service animal is appropriately harnessed, leashed, or otherwise tethered; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb051e842-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/f/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the various types of service animals, such as guide dogs, hearing or signal dogs, psychiatric service dogs, sensory or social signal dogs, and seizure response dogs; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e843-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/f/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>outline the rights and responsibilities of the handler of the service animal.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb051e844-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e845-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/g/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>air carrier</term>” has the meaning given that term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e846-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/g/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Foreign air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>foreign air carrier</term>” has the meaning given that term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e847-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/g/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualified individual with a disability</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>qualified individual with a disability</term>” has the meaning given that term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb051e848-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s546/g/4" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Service animal</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>service animal</term>” has the meaning given that term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e30704" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s547" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="547">SEC. 547. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb051e849-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EQUAL ACCESSIBILITY TO PASSENGER PORTALS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb052356a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s547/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applications and Information Communication Technologies</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb052356b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb052356c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb052356d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall, in consultation with the United States Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board, issue regulations setting forth minimum standards to ensure that individuals with disabilities are able to access customer-focused kiosks, software applications, and websites of air carriers, foreign air carriers, and airports, in a manner that is equally as effective, and has a substantially equivalent ease of use, as for individuals without disabilities.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb052356e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s547/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consistency With Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><content>The standards set forth under subsection (a) shall be consistent with the standards contained in the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1 Level AA of the Web Accessibility Initiative of the World Wide Web Consortium or any subsequent version of such Guidelines.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb052356f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s547/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0523570-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s547/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier access act advisory committee review</inline>.—</heading><content>The<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0523571-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0523572-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote> Air Carrier Access Act Advisory Committee shall periodically review, and make appropriate recommendations regarding, the accessibility of websites, kiosks, and information communication technology of air carriers, foreign air carriers, and airports, and make such recommendations publicly available.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0525c83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s547/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0525c84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0525c85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">DOT review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 5 years after issuing regulations under subsection (a), and every 5 years thereafter, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1210">138 STAT. 1210</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0525c86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s547/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>review the recommendations of the Air Carrier Access Act Advisory Committee regarding the regulations issued under this subsection; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0525c87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s547/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>update such regulations as necessary.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e30791" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="548">SEC. 548. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0525c88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0525c89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRCRAFT ACCESS STANDARDS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0536dfa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aircraft Access Standards</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536dfb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Standards</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536dfc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Advance notice of proposed rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding standards to ensure that the aircraft boarding and deplaning process is accessible, in terms of design for, transportation of, and communication with, individuals with disabilities, including individuals who use wheelchairs.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536dfd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice of proposed rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the advanced notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph (A) is completed, the Secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding standards addressed in subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536dfe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph (B) is completed, the Secretary shall issue a final rule.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536dff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered airport, equipment, and features</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The standards prescribed under paragraph (1)(A) shall address, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536e00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>boarding and deplaning equipment;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536e01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>improved procedures to ensure the priority cabin stowage for manual assistive devices pursuant to <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.67">section 382.67 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536e02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>improved cargo hold storage to prevent damage to assistive devices.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536e03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>For purposes of the rulemaking under this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with the Access Board and any other relevant department or agency to determine appropriate accessibility standards.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0536e04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0536e05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In-Flight Entertainment Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking in accordance with the November 22, 2016, resolution of the Department of Transportation ACCESS Committee and the consensus recommendation set forth in the Term Sheet Reflecting Agreement of the Access Committee Regarding In-Flight Entertainment.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0536e06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Negotiated Rulemaking on In-Cabin Wheelchair Restraint Systems and Enplaning and Deplaning Standards</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536e07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timing</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0536e08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0536e09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after completion of the report required by section 544(e)(2), and if such report finds economic and financial feasibility of air carriers and foreign air carriers implementing seating arrangements that accommodate individuals with disabilities using wheelchairs (including power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs, and scooters) in the main cabin during flight, the Secretary shall conduct a negotiated rulemaking on new type certificated aircraft standards for seating <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1211">138 STAT. 1211</page> arrangements that accommodate such individuals in the main cabin during flight or an accessible route to a minimum of 2 aircraft passenger seats for passengers to access from personal assistive devices of such individuals.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb053951a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirement</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The negotiated rulemaking under subparagraph (A) shall include participation of representatives of—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb053951b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>air carriers;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb053951c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>aircraft manufacturers;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb053951d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/1/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>national disability organizations;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb053951e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/1/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>aviation safety experts; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb053951f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/1/B/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>mobility aid manufacturers.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0539520-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice of proposed rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the completion of the negotiated rulemaking required under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding the standards described in paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0539521-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the notice of proposed rulemaking under paragraph (2) is completed, the Secretary shall issue a final rule regarding the standards described in paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0539522-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In the negotiated rulemaking and rulemaking required under this subsection, the Secretary shall consider—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0539523-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>a reasonable period for the design, certification, and construction of aircraft that meet the requirements;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0539524-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the safety of all persons on-board the aircraft, including necessary wheelchair standards and wheelchair compliance with FAA crashworthiness and safety performance criteria; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0539525-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/c/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the costs of design, installation, equipage, and aircraft capacity impacts, including partial fleet equipage and fare impacts.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0539526-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0539527-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Visual and Tactilely Accessible Announcements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Advisory Committee established under section 439 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41705">49 U.S.C. 41705 note</ref>) shall examine technical solutions and the feasibility of visually and tactilely accessible announcements on-board aircraft.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0539528-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0539529-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airport Facilities</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall, in direct consultation with the Access Board, prescribe regulations setting forth minimum standards under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41705">section 41705 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, that ensure all gates (including counters), ticketing areas, and customer service desks covered under such section at airports are accessible to and usable by all individuals with disabilities, including through the provision of visually and tactilely accessible announcements and full and equal access to aural communications.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb053952a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb053952b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/f/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Access board</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>Access Board</term>” means the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb053952c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/f/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>air carrier</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb053952d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/f/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Individual with a disability</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>individual with a disability</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1212">138 STAT. 1212</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb053952e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s548/f/4" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Foreign air carrier</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>foreign air carrier</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e31096" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s549" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="549">SEC. 549. </num><heading>INVESTIGATION OF COMPLAINTS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb053bc3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41705/c">Section 41705(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (1), and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb053bc40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb053bc41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb053bc42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb053bc43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><content>not later than 120 days after the receipt of any complaint of a violation of this section or a regulation prescribed under this section, investigate such complaint; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb053e354-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb053e355-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>provide, in writing, to the individual that filed the complaint and the air carrier or foreign air carrier alleged to have violated this section or a regulation prescribed under this section, the determination of the Secretary with respect to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb053e356-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>whether the air carrier or foreign air carrier violated this section or a regulation prescribed under this section;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb053e357-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the facts underlying the complaint; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb053e358-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>any action the Secretary is taking in response to the complaint.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e31160" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s550" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="550">SEC. 550. </num><heading>REMOVAL OF OUTDATED REFERENCES TO PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0540a69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s550/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sovereignty and Use of Airspace</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103/a/2">Section 40103(a)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>handicapped individuals</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>individuals with disabilities</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0540a6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s550/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Special Prices for Foreign Air Transportation</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41511/b/4">Section 41511(b)(4) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>handicap</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>disability</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0540a6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s550/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Discrimination Against Individuals With Disabilities</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41705">Section 41705 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>handicapped individuals</b></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>individuals with disabilities</b></quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0540a6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s550/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch417">chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0540a6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0540a6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 41701.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 41705 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“41705. </designator> <label>Discrimination against individuals with disabilities.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e31271" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="551">SEC. 551. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0540a6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41728">49 USC 41728 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ON-BOARD WHEELCHAIRS IN AIRCRAFT CABIN.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0547fa0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>If an individual informs an air carrier or foreign air carrier at the time of booking a ticket for air transportation on a covered aircraft that the individual requires the use of any wheelchair, the air carrier or foreign air carrier shall provide information regarding the provision and use of on-board wheelchairs, including the rights and responsibilities of the air carrier and passenger as such rights and responsibilities relate to the provision and use of on-board wheelchairs.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0547fa1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0547fa2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0547fa3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0547fa4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Availability of Information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An air carrier or foreign air carrier that operates a covered aircraft shall provide on a publicly available website of the carrier information regarding the rights and responsibilities of both passengers on such aircraft and the air carrier or foreign air carrier relating to on-board wheelchairs, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0547fa5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>that an air carrier or foreign air carrier is required to equip aircraft that have more than 60 passenger seats and <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1213">138 STAT. 1213</page> that have an accessible lavatory (whether or not having such a lavatory is required by <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.63">section 382.63 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) with an on-board wheelchair, unless an exception described in such section 382.65 applies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0547fa6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>that a qualified individual with a disability (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (as in effect on date of enactment of this Act)) may request an on-board wheelchair on aircraft with more than 60 passenger seats even if the lavatory is not accessible and that the basis of such request must be that the individual can use an inaccessible lavatory but cannot reach it from a seat without using an on-board wheelchair;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0547fa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0547fa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Advanced notice.</p></sidenote><content>that the air carrier or foreign air carrier may require the qualified individual with a disability to provide the advance notice specified in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.27">section 382.27 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, in order for the individual to be provided with the on-board wheelchair; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0547fa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>if the air carrier or foreign air carrier requires the advance notice described in paragraph (3), information on how such a qualified individual with a disability can make such a request.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0547faa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0547fab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability of terms</inline>.—</heading><content>The definitions contained in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, apply to this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0547fac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s551/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>covered aircraft</term>” means an aircraft that is required to be equipped with on-board wheelchairs in accordance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.65">section 382.65 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e31379" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="552">SEC. 552. </num><heading>AIRCRAFT ACCESSIBILITY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb054f4dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb054f4de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb054f4df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Study.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb054f4e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall initiate a program to study and evaluate the accessibility of new transport category aircraft designs certified, including, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb054f4e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>considering the safe boarding and deplaning processes for such aircraft, including individuals who use wheelchairs or other mobility aids, are blind or have limited vision, or are deaf or hard of hearing; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb054f4e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb054f4e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determining such aircraft can provide accessible lavatories.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb054f4e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study and evaluation under this section, the Secretary shall consult with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb054f4e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>air carriers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb054f4e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>aircraft manufacturers and aerospace supply companies; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb054f4e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>other stakeholders as determined appropriate by the Secretary.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb054f4e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0551bf9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report and Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0551bfa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a report on the findings of the study and evaluation under subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0551bfb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0551bfc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0551bfd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>any recommendations based on the findings of such study and evaluation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0551bfe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stB/s552/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to require the Secretary to require the retrofit of transport <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1214">138 STAT. 1214</page> category aircraft based on the findings and evaluation under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle id="d9133e31478" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="C">Subtitle C—</num><heading>Air Service Development</heading> <section id="d9133e31483" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="561">SEC. 561. </num><heading>ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE REFORMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb056f0bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reduction in Subsidy Cap</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb056f0c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/a/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41731/a/1/C">Section 41731(a)(1)(C) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb056f0c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><chapeau>had an average subsidy per passenger, as determined by the Secretary—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb056f0c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>of less than $1,000 during the most recent fiscal year beginning before October 1, 2026, regardless of driving miles to the nearest large or medium hub airport;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb056f0c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>of less than $850 during the most recent fiscal year beginning after September 30, 2026, regardless of driving miles to the nearest medium or large hub airport; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb056f0c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>of less than $650 during the most recent fiscal year for locations that are less than 175 miles from the nearest large or medium hub airport; and”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb056f0c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/a/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 41731(a)(1)(D)(ii) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>90-day</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>140-day</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb056f0c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/a/3" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waivers</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41731/e">Section 41731(e) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0573ee7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0573ee8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective dates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0573ee9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waivers</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573eea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may waive, on an annual basis, subsections (a)(1)(B) and (a)(1)(C)(iii) with respect to an eligible place if such place demonstrates to the Secretary’s satisfaction that the reason the eligibility requirements of such subsections are not met is due to a temporary decline in demand.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573eeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Beginning with fiscal year 2027, the Secretary may not provide a waiver of subsection (a)(1)(B) to any location—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573eec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>in more than 2 consecutive fiscal years; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573eed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>in more than 5 fiscal years within 25 consecutive years.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573eee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Beginning in fiscal year 2027, the Secretary may not provide a waiver of subsection (a)(1)(C)(iii) to any location—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573eef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>in more than 2 consecutive fiscal years; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573ef0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>in more than 5 fiscal years within 25 consecutive years.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573ef1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0573ef2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeals.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming amendments</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573ef3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/a/4/A" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Section 332 of the Department of Transportation and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2000 (<ref href="/us/pl/106/69">Public Law 106–69</ref>; <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41731">49 U.S.C. 41731 note</ref>) is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573ef4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/a/4/B" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Subsections (c) and (d) of section 426 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41731">49 U.S.C. 41731 note</ref>) are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0573ef5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Restriction on Length of Routes</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573ef6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41732/a/1">Section 41732(a)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1215">138 STAT. 1215</page> <quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0573ef7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>to a medium or large hub airport less than 650 miles from an eligible place (unless such airport or eligible place are located in a noncontiguous State); or”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573ef8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0573ef9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41732">49 USC 41732 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The amendment made by paragraph (1) shall not apply to an eligible place that is served by an air carrier selected to receive essential air service compensation under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch417/schII">subchapter II of chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, if—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573efa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>such service is in effect upon the date of enactment of this Act; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573efb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>such service is provided by the same air carrier that provided service on the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573efc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>Paragraph (2) shall cease to have effect on October 1, 2028.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0573efd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Improvements to Basic Essential Air Service</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41732">Section 41732 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573efe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a)(2) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>medium or large</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>nearest</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573eff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573f00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraphs (3) and (4);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573f01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (5) as paragraph (3); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573f02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (6).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0573f03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Level of Basic Essential Air Service</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41733">Section 41733 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573f04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)(1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0573f05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (B) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0576616-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the contractual, marketing, code-share, or interline arrangements the applicant has made with a larger air carrier serving the hub airport;”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0576617-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (C);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0576618-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraphs (D) through (F) as subparagraphs (C) through (E), respectively;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0576619-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>in subparagraph (C), as so redesignated, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>giving substantial weight to</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>including</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb057661a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>in subparagraph (D), as so redesignated, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb057661b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/1/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>in subparagraph (E), as so redesignated, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb057661c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/1/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb057661d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>the total compensation proposed by the air carrier for providing scheduled air service under this section.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb057661e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (h) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>by section 332 of the Department of Transportation and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2000 (<ref href="/us/pl/106/69">Public Law 106–69</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/113/1022">113 Stat. 1022</ref>)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>under section 41731(a)(1)(C)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb057661f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sense of Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>It is the sense of Congress that route structures to rural airports serve a critical function to the Nation by connecting many military installations to major regional airline hubs.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0576620-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/f" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Ending, Suspending, and Reducing Basic Essential Air Service</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41734">Section 41734 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0576621-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1216">138 STAT. 1216</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0576622-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/f/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>An air carrier</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Subject to subsection (d), an air carrier</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0576623-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/f/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>90</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>140</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0576624-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (d) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0578d35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Continuation of Compensation After Notice Period</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If an air carrier receiving compensation under section 41733 for providing basic essential air service to an eligible place is required to continue to provide service to such place under this section after the 140-day notice period under subsection (a), the Secretary—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>shall provide the carrier with compensation sufficient to pay to the carrier the amount required by the then existing contract for performing the basic essential air service that was being provided when the 140-day notice was given under subsection (a);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>may pay an additional amount that represents a reasonable return on investment; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>may pay an additional return that recognizes the demonstrated additional lost profits from opportunities foregone and the likelihood that those lost profits increase as the period during which the carrier or provider is required to provide the service continues.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may incorporate contract termination penalties or conditions on compensation into a contract for an air carrier to provide service to an eligible place that take effect in the event an air carrier provides notice that it is ending, suspending, or reducing basic essential air service.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (e) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>providing that service after the 90-day notice period</quotedText>” and all that follows through the period at the end of paragraph (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>providing that service after the 140-day notice period required by subsection (a), the Secretary may provide the air carrier with compensation after the end of the 140-day notice period to pay for the fully allocated actual cost to the air carrier of performing the basic essential air service that was being provided when the 140-day notice was given under subsection (a) plus a reasonable return on investment that is at least 5 percent of operating costs.</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/f/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in subsection (f) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>air</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>find another</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0578d3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/g" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Enhanced Essential Air Service</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41735">Section 41735 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and the item relating to such section in the analysis for subchapter II of chapter 417<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeals.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 41701.</p></sidenote> of such title, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0578d42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/h" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Compensation Guidelines, Limitations, and Claims</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41737/d">Section 41737(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/h/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(1)</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>The Secretary may</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/h/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0578d45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/i" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Joint Proposals</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41740">Section 41740 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and the item relating to such section in the analysis for subchapter II of chapter 417 of such title,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeals.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 41701.</p></sidenote> are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0578d49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/j" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Preservation of Basic Essential Air Service at Single Carrier Dominated Hub Airports</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41744">Section 41744 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and the item relating to such section in the analysis for subchapter II of chapter 417 of such title,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeals.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0578d4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 41701.</p></sidenote> are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0578d4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/k" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="k">(k) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Community and Regional Choice Programs</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41745">Section 41745 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1217">138 STAT. 1217</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/k/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a)(3), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (E) and <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraph (F) as subparagraph (E);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/k/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsections (b) and (c); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0578d50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/k/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsections (d) through (g) as subsections (b) through (e), respectively.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0578d51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s561/l" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="l">(l) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Marketing Program</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41748">Section 41748 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and the item relating to such section in the analysis for subchapter II of chapter 417 of such title,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb057b462-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeals.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb057b463-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb057b464-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 41701.</p></sidenote> are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e32227" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="562">SEC. 562. </num><heading>SMALL COMMUNITY AIR SERVICE DEVELOPMENT GRANTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0582995-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41743">Section 41743 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0582996-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0582997-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (4)(B), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>10-year</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>5-year</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0582998-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (5)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0582999-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraphs (B) through (G) as subparagraphs (C) through (H), respectively;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb058299a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after subparagraph (A) the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb058299b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the community has demonstrated support from at least 1 air carrier to provide service;”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb058299c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/1/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>in subparagraph (F), as so redesignated, by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or substantially reduced (as measured by enplanements, capacity (seats), schedule, connections, or routes)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>terminated</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058299d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058299e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, which shall begin with each new grant, including same-project new grants, and which shall be calculated on a non-consecutive basis for air carriers that provide air service that is seasonal</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>3 years</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058299f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, or an airport where air service has been terminated or substantially reduced,</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>to obtain service</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05829a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05829a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or the community’s current air service needs</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>the project</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05829a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2018 through 2023</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$15,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2024 through 2028</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05829a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in subsection (g)(4) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and the creation of aviation development zones</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05829a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s562/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsections (f) and (h) and <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (g) (as amended by paragraph (4)) as subsection (f).</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e32367" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s563" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="563">SEC. 563. </num><heading>GAO STUDY AND REPORT ON THE ALTERNATE ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05850b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s563/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall study the effectiveness of the alternate essential air service pilot program established under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41745">section 41745 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, (in this section referred to as the “Alternate EAS program”), including challenges, if any, that have impeded robust community participation in the Alternate EAS program.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05850b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s563/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05850b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>The study required under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of potential changes to the Alternate EAS <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1218">138 STAT. 1218</page> program and the basic essential air service programs under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch417/schII">subchapter II of chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, including changes in which Governors of States or territories containing essential air service communities would be given block grants in lieu of essential air service subsidies.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05850b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s563/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05850b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05850ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the study required under subsection (a), including any recommendations for legislation and administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e32418" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s564" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="564">SEC. 564. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05877cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05877cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05877cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading>ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE IN PARTS OF ALASKA.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than September 1, 2024, the Secretary, in consultation with the appropriate State authority of Alaska, shall review all domestic points in the State of Alaska that were deleted from carrier certificates between July 1, 1968, and October 24, 1978, and that were not subsequently determined to be an eligible place prior to January 1, 1982, as a result of being unpopulated at that time due to destruction during the 1964 earthquake and its resultant tidal wave, to determine whether such points have been resettled or relocated and should be designated as an eligible place entitled to receive a determination of the level of essential air service supported, if necessary, with Federal funds.</content></section> <section id="d9133e32433" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s565" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="565">SEC. 565. </num><heading>ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE COMMUNITY PETITION FOR REVIEW.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0589ede-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s565/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41733">Section 41733 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0589edf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s565/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (b)(2) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, as defined by the Secretary</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>appropriate representative of the place</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058c5f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s565/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb058ed01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb058ed02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Community Petition for Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Petition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An appropriate representative of an eligible place, as defined by the Secretary, may submit to the Secretary a petition expressing no confidence in the air carrier providing basic essential air service under this section and requesting a review by the Secretary. A petition submitted under this subsection shall demonstrate that the air carrier—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>is unwilling or unable to meet the operational specifications outlined in the order issued by the Secretary specifying the terms of basic essential air service to such place;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>is experiencing reliability challenges with the potential to adversely affect air service to such place; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>is no longer able to provide service to such place at the rate of compensation specified by the Secretary.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb058ed08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 months after the date on which the Secretary receives a petition under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall review the operational performance of the air carrier providing basic essential air service to such place that submitted such petition and determine whether such air carrier is fully complying with the obligations specified in the order issued by the Secretary specifying the terms of basic essential air service to such place.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Termination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If based on a review under paragraph (2), the Secretary determines noncompliance by an air carrier <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1219">138 STAT. 1219</page> with an order specifying the terms for basic essential air service to the community, the Secretary may—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>terminate the order issued to the air carrier; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb058ed0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><content>issue a notice pursuant to subsection (c) that an air carrier may apply to provide basic essential air service to such place for compensation under this section and select an applicant pursuant to such subsection.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb058ed0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Continuation of service</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Secretary makes a determination under paragraph (3) to terminate an order issued to an air carrier under this section, the Secretary shall ensure continuity in air service to the affected place.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e32555" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s566" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="566">SEC. 566. </num><heading>ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE AUTHORIZATION.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41742/a/2">Section 41742(a)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$155,000,000 for fiscal year 2018</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>May 10, 2024,</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$348,544,000 for fiscal year 2024, $340,000,000 for fiscal year 2025, $342,000,000 for fiscal year 2026, $342,000,000 for fiscal year 2027, and $350,000,000 for fiscal year 2028</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e32574" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="567">SEC. 567. </num><heading>GAO STUDY ON COSTS OF ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb059623e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study of the change in costs of the essential air service program under sections 41731 through 41742 of <ref href="/us/usc/t49">title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb059623f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0596240-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0596241-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess trends in costs of the essential air service program under sections 41731 through 41742 of <ref href="/us/usc/t49">title 49, United States Code</ref>, over the 10-year period ending on the date of enactment of this Act; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0596242-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0596243-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><chapeau>review potential causes for the increased cost of the essential air service program, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0596244-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>labor costs;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0596245-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>fuel costs;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0596246-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>aging aircraft costs;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0596247-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>air carrier opportunity costs;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0596248-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>airport costs; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0596249-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/b/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>the effects of the COVID–19 pandemic.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb059624a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s567/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e32661" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s568" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="568">SEC. 568. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb059624b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41731">49 USC 41731 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RESPONSE TIME FOR APPLICATIONS TO PROVIDE ESSENTIAL AIR SERVICE.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb059895c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb059895d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote> Secretary shall take such actions as are necessary to respond with an approval or denial of any application filed by an applicant to provide essential air service under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch417/schII">subchapter II of chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, to the greatest extent practicable not later than 6 months after receiving such application. The<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb059895e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb059895f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analyses.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0598960-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote> Assistant General Counsel for International and Aviation Economic Law shall ensure the timely review of all orders proposed by the Essential Air Service Office, and such timeliness shall be analyzed annually by the General Counsel of the Department of Transportation.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1220">138 STAT. 1220</page></content></section> <section id="d9133e32691" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s569" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="569">SEC. 569. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0598961-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">State listing.</p></sidenote><heading>GAO STUDY ON CERTAIN AIRPORT DELAYS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Comptroller General shall conduct a study on flight delays in the States of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut and the possible causes of such delays.</content></section> <section id="d9133e32701" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="570">SEC. 570. </num><heading>REPORT ON RESTORATION OF SMALL COMMUNITY AIR SERVICE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05a24a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall seek to enter into an agreement with the National Academies to conduct a study on the loss of commercial air service in small communities in the United States and options to restore such service.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05a24a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), that National Academies shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Termination date.</p></sidenote><content>assess the reduction of scheduled commercial air service to small communities over a 5-year period ending on the date of enactment of this Act, to include small communities that have lost all scheduled commercial air service;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review economic trends that have resulted in reduction or loss of scheduled commercial air service to such communities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review the economic losses of such communities who have suffered a reduction or loss of scheduled commercial air service;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>identify the causes that prompted air carriers to reduce or eliminate scheduled commercial air service to such communities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess the impact of changing aircraft economics; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>identify recommendations that can be implemented by such communities or Federal, State, or local agencies to aid in the restoration or replacement of scheduled commercial air service.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05a24b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Case Studies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the National Academies shall assess not fewer than 7 communities that have lost commercial air service or have had commercial air service significantly reduced in the past 15 years, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Williamsport Regional Airport;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Alamogordo-White Sands Regional Airport; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Chautauqua County Jamestown Airport.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05a24b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Academies shall submit to the Secretary and the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the results of the study described in subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a24ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations to Congress and communities on action that can be taken to improve or restore scheduled commercial service to small communities.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05a24bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tV/stC/s570/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>No funding made available to carry out <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch417/schII">subchapter II of chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, may be used to carry out this section.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1221">138 STAT. 1221</page></content></subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num value="VI">TITLE VI—</num><heading>MODERNIZING THE NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM</heading> <section id="d9133e32851" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="601">SEC. 601. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05a24be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>INSTRUMENT LANDING SYSTEM INSTALLATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05a99ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than January 1, 2025, the Administrator shall expedite the installation of at least 15 instrument landing systems (in this section referred to as “ILS”) in the national airspace system by utilizing the existing ILS contract vehicle and the employees of the FAA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05a99f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a99f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>incorporate lessons learned from installations under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44502/a/4">section 44502(a)(4) of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a99f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>record metrics of cost and time savings of expedited installations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a99f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>consider opportunities to further develop ILS technical expertise among the employees of the FAA; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a99f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>consider the cost-benefit analysis of utilizing the existing ILS contract vehicle, the employees of the FAA, or both, to accelerate the installation and deployment of procured equipment.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05a99f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than June 30, 2025, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a99f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>on the installation of ILS under this section;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a99f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>describing any planned near-term ILS installations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05a99f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s601/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>outlining the approach of the FAA to accelerate future procurement and installation of ILS throughout the national airspace system in a manner consistent with the requirements of title VIII of division J of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e32929" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="602">SEC. 602. </num><heading>NAVIGATION AIDS STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05ae819-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05ae81a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall initiate a study examining the effects of reclassifying navigation aids to Design Assurance Level–A from Design Assurance Level–B, including the following navigation aids:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Distance measuring equipment.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Very high frequency omni-directional range.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Tactical air navigation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Wide area augmentation system.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05b0f2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the inspector general shall address—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the cost-benefit analyses associated with the reclassification described in such subsection;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the findings from the operational safety assessments and preliminary hazard analyses of the navigation aids listed in such subsection;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the risks of such reclassification on navigation aid equipment currently in use;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the potential impacts on global interoperability of navigational aids; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05b0f34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>what additional actions should be taken based on the findings of this subsection.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1222">138 STAT. 1222</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05b0f35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s602/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the inspector general shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report describing the results of the study conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e33013" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="603">SEC. 603. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05b0f36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>NEXTGEN ACCOUNTABILITY REVIEW.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05bab77-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05bab78-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05bab79-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than December 31, 2026, the Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with the National Academy of Public Administration to initiate a review to assess the performance of the FAA in delivering and implementing quantifiable operational benefits to the national airspace system within the NextGen program.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05bab7a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review required under subsection (a), the National Academy of Public Administration shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>leverage metrics used by the FAA to quantify the benefits of NextGen technology and investments;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>validate metrics and identify additional metrics the FAA can use to track national airspace system throughput and savings as a result of NextGen investments—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>by calculating a per flight average, weighted by distance, of the—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab7e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>reduction and cumulative savings of track miles and time savings;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab7f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>reduction and cumulative savings of emissions and fuel burn; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab80-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/2/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>reduction of aircraft operation time; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by using any other metrics that the National Academy determines may provide insights into the quantifiable benefits for operators in the national airspace system; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>validate current metrics and identify additional metrics the FAA can use to track and assess fleet equipage across operators in the national airspace system, including identifying—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the percentage of aircraft equipped with NextGen avionics equipment as recommended in the report of the NextGen Advisory Committee titled “Minimum Capabilities List (MCL) Ad Hoc Team NAC Task 19–1 Report”, issued on November 17, 2020;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>quantified costs and benefits for an operator to properly equip an aircraft with baseline NextGen avionics equipment over the lifecycle of such aircraft; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>cumulative unrealized NextGen benefits associated with rates of mixed equipage across operators.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05bab86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Industry Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In conducting the review required under subsection (a), the National Academy of Public Administration may consult with aviation industry stakeholders.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05bab87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05bab88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05bab89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the initiation of the review under subsection (a), the National Academy shall submit to the Administrator and the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing any findings and recommendations under such review.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05bab8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05bab8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Website.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after receiving the report required under subsection (d), the Administrator shall establish a website of the FAA that can be used to monitor and update—</chapeau><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1223">138 STAT. 1223</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the metrics identified by the review conducted under subsection (a) on a quarterly and annual basis through 2030, as appropriate; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05bab8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s603/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the total amount invested in NextGen technologies and resulting quantifiable benefits on a quarterly basis until the Administrator announces the completion of NextGen implementation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e33148" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="604">SEC. 604. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05bd29e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05bd29f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 USC 40103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRSPACE ACCESS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05c6ee0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coalescing Airspace</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ee1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review of national airspace system</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, shall conduct a comprehensive review of the airspace of the national airspace system, including special use airspace.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ee2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Streamlining and expediting access</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Administrator shall identify methods to streamline, expedite, and provide greater flexibility of access to certain categories of airspace for users of the national airspace system who may not regularly have such access.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05c6ee3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ee4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05c6ee5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 months after the completion of review the under subsection (a), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the findings of such review and a proposed action plan to improve access to airspace for users of the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ee6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In the briefing under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall include, at a minimum, the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ee7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>An identification of current challenges and barriers faced by airspace users in accessing certain categories of airspace, including special use airspace.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ee8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05c6ee9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>An evaluation of existing procedures, regulations, and requirements that may impede or delay access to certain categories of airspace for certain users of the national airspace system.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6eea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Actions for streamlining and expediting the airspace access process, including potential regulatory changes, technological advancements, and enhanced coordination among relevant stakeholders and Federal agencies.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6eeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05c6eec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05c6eed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Implementation plan.</p></sidenote><content>If determined appropriate, an implementation plan for a framework that allows for temporary access to certain categories of airspace, including special use airspace, by users of the national airspace system who do not have regular access to such airspace.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6eee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05c6eef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><chapeau>An assessment of the impact of airspace access improvements described in paragraph (1) on the safety of, efficiency of, and economic opportunities for airspace users, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ef0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2/E/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>military operators;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ef1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2/E/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>commercial operators; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ef2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/2/E/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>general aviation operators.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c6ef3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation and follow-up</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c9604-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Action plan</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall take such actions as are necessary to implement the action plan developed pursuant to this section.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1224">138 STAT. 1224</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c9605-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>In implementing the action plan under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall coordinate with relevant stakeholders, including airspace users and the Secretary of Defense, to ensure effective implementation of such action plan, and ongoing collaboration in addressing airspace access challenges.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05c9606-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05c9607-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Progress reports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of Congress periodic briefings on the implementation of the action plan developed under this subparagraph (A), including updates on—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05c9608-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/3/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the adoption of streamlined procedures;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05c9609-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/3/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>technological enhancements; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb05c960a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s604/b/3/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>any regulatory changes necessary to improve airspace access and flexibility.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e33324" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="605">SEC. 605. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05c960b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05c960c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">49 USC 47124 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FAA CONTRACT TOWER WORKFORCE AUDIT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05d0b3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall initiate an audit of the workforce needs of the Contract Tower Program, as established under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">section 47124 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05d0b3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the audit required under subsection (a), the inspector general shall, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05d0b3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d0b40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review the assumptions and methodologies used in assessing FAA contract towers staffing levels and determine the adequacy of staffing levels at such towers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05d0b41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d0b42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate the supply and demand of trained and certificated personnel prepared for work and such towers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05d0b43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d0b44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>examine efforts to establish an air traffic controller training program or curriculum to allow contract tower contractors to conduct—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05d0b45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>initial training of controller candidates employed or soon to be employed by such contractors who do not have a Control Tower Operator certificate or a FAA tower credential;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05d0b46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>any initial training for controller candidates who have completed an approved Air Traffic Collegiate Training Initiative program from an accredited school that has a demonstrated successful curriculum; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05d0b47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>on-the-job training of such candidates described in subparagraphs (A) or (B);</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05d0b48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d0b49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d0b4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>assess whether establishing pathways to allow contract tower contractors to use the air traffic technical training academy of the FAA, or other means such as higher educational institutions, to provide initial technical training for air traffic controllers employed by such contractors could improve the workforce needs of the contract tower program and any related impact such training may have on air traffic controller staffing more broadly; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05d0b4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d0b4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>consult with the exclusive bargaining representative of the air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05d0b4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d0b4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d0b4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the completion of the audit under subsection (a), the inspector general shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings of such audit and any recommendations as a result of such audit.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1225">138 STAT. 1225</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05d0b50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall take such actions as are necessary to implement any recommendations included in the report required under subsection (c) with which the Administrator concurs.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05d0b51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s605/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection shall be construed as a delegation of authority by the Administrator to air traffic control contractors for the purposes of issuing initial certifications to air traffic controllers.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e33456" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s606" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="606">SEC. 606. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d3262-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">49 USC 47124 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER SAFETY.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In designing, adopting a design, or constructing an air traffic control tower based on a previously adopted design, the Administrator shall prioritize the safety of the national airspace system, the safety of employees of the Administration, the operational reliability of such air traffic control tower, and the costs of such tower.</content></section> <section id="d9133e33468" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s607" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="607">SEC. 607. </num><heading>AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES DATA REPORTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s45303/g/2/A">Section 45303(g)(2)(A) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>8 years</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>14 years</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e33487" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s608" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="608">SEC. 608. </num><heading>CONSIDERATION OF SMALL HUB CONTROL TOWERS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In selecting projects for the replacement of federally owned air traffic control towers from funds made available under the heading “<headingText>Federal Aviation Administration—Facilities and Equipment</headingText>” in title VIII of division J of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>), the Administrator shall consider selecting projects at small hub commercial service airports with control towers that are at least 50 years old.</content></section> <section id="d9133e33497" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="609">SEC. 609. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05d3263-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FLIGHT PROFILE OPTIMIZATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05dcea4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Pilot Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05dcea5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05dcea6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish a pilot program to award grants to air traffic flow management technology providers to develop prototype capabilities to incorporate flight profile optimization (in this section referred to as “FPO”) into the trajectory based-operations air traffic flow management system of the FAA.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05dcea7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the pilot program under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall consider the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05dcea8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The extent to which developed FPO capabilities may reduce strain on the national airspace system infrastructure while facilitating safe and efficient flow of future air traffic volumes and diverse range of aircraft and advanced aviation aircraft.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05dcea9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>The extent to which developed FPO capabilities may achieve environmental benefits and time savings.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05dceaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>The perspectives of FAA employees responsible for air traffic flow management development projects, bilateral civil aviation regulatory partners, and industry applicants on the performance of the FAA in carrying out air traffic flow management system development projects.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05dceab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Any other information the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05dceac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05dcead-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application</inline>.—</heading><content>To be eligible to receive a grant under the program, an air traffic flow management technology provider shall submit an application to the Administrator at such <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1226">138 STAT. 1226</page> time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Administrator may require.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05dceae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Maximum amount</inline>.—</heading><content>A grant awarded under the program may not exceed $2,000,000 to a single air traffic flow management technology provider.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05dceaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05dceb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05dceb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05dceb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05dceb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter until the termination of the pilot program under subsection (d) established under this section, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the progress of such pilot program, including any implementation challenges of the program, detailed metrics of the program, and any recommendations to achieve the adoption of FPO.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05dceb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Trajectory-based Operations Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>trajectory-based operations</term>” means an air traffic flow management method for strategically planning, managing, and optimizing flights that uses time-based management, performance-based navigation, and other capabilities and processes to achieve air traffic flow management operational objectives and improvements.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05dceb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s609/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The pilot program under this section shall terminate on October 1, 2028.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e33617" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s610" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="610">SEC. 610. </num><heading>EXTENSION OF ENHANCED AIR TRAFFIC SERVICES PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb05df5c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 547 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 U.S.C. 40103 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05df5c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s610/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (d) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05e1cd8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e1cd9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10 smallCaps">Certain nextgen avionics<inline class="noSmallCaps">.—</inline></heading><content>The term ‘<term>certain NextGen avionics</term>’ means those avionics and baseline capabilities as recommended in the report of the NextGen Advisory Committee titled ‘Minimum Capabilities List (MCL) Ad Hoc Team NAC Task 19–1 Report’, issued on November 17, 2020.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e1cda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Preferential basis</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>preferential basis</term>’ means prioritizing aircraft equipped with certain NextGen avionics by providing them more efficient service, shorter queuing, or priority clearances to the maximum extent possible without reducing overall capacity or safety of the national airspace system.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e1cdb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s610/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (e) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e33684" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="611">SEC. 611. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05e1cdc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">49 USC 47124 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FEDERAL CONTACT TOWER WAGE DETERMINATIONS AND POSITIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05e6afd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall request that the Secretary of Labor—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e6afe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05e6aff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05e6b00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><content>review and update, as necessary, including to account for cost-of-living adjustments, the basis for the wage determination for air traffic controllers who are employed at air traffic control towers operated under the Contract Tower Program established under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">section 47124 of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e6b01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05e6b02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reassessment.</p></sidenote><content>reassess the basis for air traffic controller occupation codes;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e6b03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>create a new wage determination category or occupation code for managers of air traffic controllers who are employed at air traffic control towers operated under the Contract Tower Program; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1227">138 STAT. 1227</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e6b04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05e6b05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>consult with the Administrator in carrying out the requirements of paragraphs (1) through (3).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05e6b06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Labor, shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report that includes—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e6b07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a description of the findings and conclusions of the review and reassessment made under subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e6b08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>an explanation of and justification for the basis for the wage determination; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05e6b09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s611/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>a description of the actions taken by the Department of Transportation and the Department of Labor to ensure that contract tower air traffic controller wages are adjusted for inflation and are assigned the appropriate occupation codes.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e33765" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s612" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="612">SEC. 612. </num><heading>BRIEFING ON RADIO COMMUNICATIONS COVERAGE AROUND MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05eb92a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s612/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05eb92b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05eb92c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Arkansas.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the radio communications coverage within the airspace surrounding the Mena Intermountain Municipal Airport in Mena, Arkansas.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05eb92d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s612/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The briefing required under subsection (a) shall include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05eb92e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s612/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The radio communications coverage within the airspace surrounding the Mena Intermountain Municipal Airport with the applicable Air Route Traffic Control Center.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05eb92f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s612/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The altitudes at which radio communications capabilities are lost within such airspace.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05eb930-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s612/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05eb931-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05eb932-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>Recommendations on changes to increase radio communications coverage below 4,000 feet above ground level within such airspace.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e33813" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="613">SEC. 613. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05eb933-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AERONAUTICAL MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05f2e64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05f2e65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Satellite Voice Communications Services</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall evaluate the addition of satellite voice communication services (in this section referred to as “SatVoice”) to the Aeronautical Mobile Communications program (in this section referred to as the “AMCS program”) that provides for the delivery of air traffic control messages in oceanic and remote continental airspace.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05f2e66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05f2e67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Analysis and Implementation Procedures</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall begin to develop the safety case analysis and implementation procedures for SatVoice instructions over the controlled oceanic and remote continental airspace regions of the FAA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05f2e68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The analysis and implementation procedures required under subsection (b) shall include, at a minimum, the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05f2e69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Network and protocol testing and integration with satellite service providers.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05f2e6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Operational testing with aircraft to identify and resolve performance issues.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05f2e6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05f2e6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definition.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05f2e6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote><content>A definition of Satcom Standards and Recommended Practices established through a collaboration with the International Civil Aviation Organization, which shall include an RCP–130 performance standard as well as SatVoice standards.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1228">138 STAT. 1228</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05f2e6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Training for radio operators on new operation procedures and protocols.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05f2e6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05f2e70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Implementation plan.</p></sidenote><content>A phased implementation plan for incorporating SatVoice services into the AMCS program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05f2e71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05f2e72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Cost estimate.</p></sidenote><content>The estimated cost of the implementation procedures for relevant stakeholders.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05f2e73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">HF/VHF Minimum Equipage</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05f2e74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to affect the HF/VHF equipage requirement for communications in oceanic and remote continental airspace as of the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05f2e75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s613/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Maintenance of hf/vhf services</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall maintain HF/VHF services existing as of the date of enactment of this Act as minimum equipage under the AMCS program to provide for auxiliary communication and maintain safety in the event of a satellite outage.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e33927" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="614">SEC. 614. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05f2e76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DELIVERY OF CLEARANCE TO PILOTS VIA INTERNET PROTOCOL.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05fa3a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05fa3a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05fa3a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05fa3aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish a pilot program to conduct testing and an evaluation to determine the feasibility of the use, in air traffic control towers, of technology for mobile clearance delivery for general aviation and on-demand air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, at suitable airports that do not have tower data link services.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05fa3ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05fa3ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Designations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airport Selection</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05fa3ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05fa3ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall designate 5 suitable airports for participation in the program established under subsection (a) after consultation with the exclusive representatives of air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, airport sponsors, aircraft and avionics manufacturers, MITRE, and aircraft operators</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05fa3af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airport size and complexity</inline>.—</heading><content>In designating airports under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall designate airports of different size and complexity.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05fa3b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program Objective</inline>.—</heading><content>The program established under subsection (a) shall address and include safety, security, and operational requirements for mobile clearance delivery at airports and heliports across the United States.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05fa3b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05fa3b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb05fa3b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the program under subsection (a) is established, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the safety, security, and operational performance of mobile clearance delivery at airports pursuant to this section and recommendations on how best to improve the program.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb05fa3b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05fa3b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Mobile clearance delivery</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>mobile clearance delivery</term>” means the delivery of access to departure clearance and clearance cancellation via internet protocol via applications to pilots while aircraft are on the ground where traditional data link installations are not feasible or possible.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05fa3b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/e/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Tower data link services</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>tower data link services</term>” means communications between controllers and pilots using controller-pilot data link communications.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1229">138 STAT. 1229</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb05fa3b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s614/e/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Suitable airport</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>suitable airport</term>” means towered airports, non-towered airports, and heliports.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e34056" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="615">SEC. 615. </num><heading>STUDY ON CONGESTED AIRSPACE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06018e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06018e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a study on the efficiency and efficacy of scheduled commercial air service transiting congested airspace.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06018ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06018eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall examine—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06018ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>various regions of congested airspace and the differing factors of such regions;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06018ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>commercial air service;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06018ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>military flight activity;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06018ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>emergency response activity;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06018f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>commercial space launch and reentry activities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06018f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>weather; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06018f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>air traffic controller staffing.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06018f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s615/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06018f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06018f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the initiation of the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the study and recommendations to reduce the impacts to scheduled air service transiting congested airspace.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e34135" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s616" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="616">SEC. 616. </num><heading>BRIEFING ON LIT VORTAC PROJECT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0604006-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s616/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0604007-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the Little Rock Port Authority Very High Frequency Omni-Directional Radio Range Tactical Air Navigation Aid Project (in this section referred to as “LIT VORTAC”).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0604008-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s616/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The briefing required under subsection (a) shall include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0604009-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s616/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The status of the efforts by the FAA to relocate the LIT VORTAC.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb060400a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s616/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The status of new flight planning of the relocated LIT VORTAC.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb060400b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s616/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb060400c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Timeline.</p></sidenote><content>A description of and timeline for each remaining phase of the relocation of the LIT VORTAC.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e34180" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="617">SEC. 617. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb060400d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb060400e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb060400f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading>SURFACE SURVEILLANCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb060b540-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall conduct<br/><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1230">138 STAT. 1230</page> <continuation class="fontsize10" id="xb060b541-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"> a review of surface surveillance systems that are operational as of such date of enactment.</continuation></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb060b542-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the review under subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb060b543-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>demonstrate that any change to the configuration of surface surveillance systems or decommissioning of a sensor from such systems provides an equivalent level of safety as the current system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb060b544-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb060b545-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine how a technology refresh of legacy sensor equipment can reduce operational and maintenance costs of surface surveillance systems compared to current costs and extend the useful life and affordability of such systems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb060b546-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>consider how to enhance such systems through new capabilities and software tools that improve the safety of terminal airspace and the airport surface.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb060b547-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the review under subsection (a), the Administrator shall consult with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb060b548-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of surface surveillance technology, including multilateration and automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb060b549-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>representatives of the exclusive bargaining representative of the air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, with expertise in surface safety; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb060dc5a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>representatives of the exclusive bargaining representative of airway transportation systems specialists of the FAA certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb060dc5b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the review under subsection (a), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the findings of such review.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb060dc5c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s617/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may implement changes to surface surveillance systems consistent with the findings of the review described in subsection (d).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e34287" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="618">SEC. 618. </num><heading>CONSIDERATION OF THIRD-PARTY SERVICES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb065974d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plans and Policy</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44501">Section 44501 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb065974e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>development and location of air navigation facilities</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>development of air navigation facilities and services</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb065974f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0659750-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and development</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>procurement, and development</quotedText>” each place it appears;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0659751-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>facilities and equipment</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>facilities, services, and equipment</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0659752-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0659753-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>first and 2d years</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>first and second years</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0659754-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subclauses (A) and (B) of this clause</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subparagraphs (A) and (B)</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0659755-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0659756-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/D/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the 3d, 4th, and 5th</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the third, fourth, and fifth</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0659757-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/D/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>systems and facilities</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>systems, services, and facilities</quotedText>”; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1231">138 STAT. 1231</page></content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0659758-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/a/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>in paragraph (4)(B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>growth of aviation</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>growth of the aerospace industry</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0659759-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Systems, Procedures, Facilities, Services, and Devices</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb065975a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">Section 44505 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb065975b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the section heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">and devices</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>services, and devices</b></quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb065975c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and devices</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>services, and devices</quotedText>” each place it appears; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb065975d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in subsection (b) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>develop dynamic simulation models</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>develop or procure dynamic simulation models and tools</quotedText>” each place it appears.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb065975e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s618/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch445">chapter 445 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb065975f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC </ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0659760-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44501.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 44505 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44505. </designator> <label>Systems, procedures, facilities, services, and devices.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e34523" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="619">SEC. 619. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0659761-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0659762-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NEXTGEN PROGRAMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb067e053-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb067e054-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and periodically thereafter as the Administrator determines appropriate, the Administrator shall convene FAA officials to evaluate and expedite the implementation of NextGen programs and capabilities.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb067e055-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nextgen Program Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In allocating amounts appropriated pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48101/a">section 48101(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, the Secretary shall give priority to the following activities:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e056-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Performance-based navigation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e057-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Data communications.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e058-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Terminal flight data manager.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e059-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Aeronautical information management.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e05a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb067e05b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb067e05c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>Other activities as recommended by the NextGen Advisory Committee and determined by the Administrator to be appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb067e05d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Performance-based Navigation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e05e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall fully implement performance-based navigation procedures for all terminal and enroute routes, including approach and departure procedures for covered airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e05f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Specific procedures</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Pursuant to paragraph (1), the Administrator shall prioritize the following performance-based navigation procedures:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e060-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Trajectory-based operations.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e061-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Optimized profile descents.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e062-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Multiple airport route separation.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e063-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Established on required navigation performance.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e064-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Converging runway display aids.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e065-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Performance-based navigation baseline equipage requirements</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb067e066-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb067e067-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Administrator shall issue such regulations as may be required, and publish applicable advisory circulars, to establish the equipage baseline appropriate for aircraft to safely use performance-based navigation procedures.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e068-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Utilization action plan</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall, in consultation with certified labor representatives of air traffic <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1232">138 STAT. 1232</page> controllers and the NextGen Advisory Committee, develop an action plan to utilize performance-based navigation procedures as a primary means of navigation to further reduce the dependency on legacy systems within the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb067e069-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Data Communications</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e06a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall fully implement the use of data communications.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e06b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Specific capabilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a) and this subsection, the Administrator shall prioritize the following data communications capabilities:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e06c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Ground-to-ground message exchange for surface aircraft operations and runway safety at airports.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e06d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Automated message generation and receipt.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e06e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Message routing and transmission.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e06f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Direct communications with aircraft avionics.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e070-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Implementation of data communications at all Air Route Traffic Control Centers.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e071-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/d/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>The Future Air Navigation System.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb067e072-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Terminal Flight Data Manager and Other Systems</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e073-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Terminal flight data manager</inline>.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb067e074-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote>—</heading><content>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall install the Terminal Flight Data Manager system at not less than 89 airports in the United States based on the highest number of annual aircraft operations or a determination of operational need and the impact of installation and deployment on the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e075-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Electronic flight strips</inline>.—</heading><content>At a minimum, the Administrator shall implement electronic flight strips at the air traffic control towers of airports described in paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e076-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Flow management data and services</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, if the Administrator finds that Terminal Flight Data Manager systems would be beneficial to safety or efficiency, the Administrator shall install Flow Management Data and Services at airports described under paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e077-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>The activities under paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) of this subsection shall be contingent on the appropriation of funds to carry out this subsection.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb067e078-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aeronautical Information Management Systems</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e079-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall fully modernize the aeronautical information management systems of the FAA to improve the functionality, useability, durability, and reliability of such systems used in the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e07a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e07b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/f/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>improve the distribution of critical safety information to pilots, air traffic control, and other relevant aviation stakeholders;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e07c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/f/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>fully develop and implement the Enterprise Information Display System; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e07d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/f/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>notwithstanding a centralized aeronautical information management system, restructure the back-up <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1233">138 STAT. 1233</page> systems of aeronautical information management systems to be independent and self-sufficient from one another.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb067e07e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nextgen Equipage Plan</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e07f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 14 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall develop a 2-year implementation plan to further incentivize the acceleration of the equipage rates of certain NextGen avionics within the fleets of air carriers (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102/a">section 40102(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e080-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the plan required under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e081-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>provide for further implementation and deployment of NextGen operational improvements to incentivize universal equipage of commercial and regional aircraft with certain NextGen avionics;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e082-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>identify any remaining barriers for operators of commercial and regional aircraft to properly equip such aircraft with certain NextGen avionics, including any methods to address such barriers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e083-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>provide for the use of the best methods to highlight and enhance to operators of commercial and regional aircraft the benefits of equipping such aircraft with certain NextGen avionics; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e084-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb067e085-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidelines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb067e086-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><content>include in such plan any equipage guidelines and regulations the Administrator determines necessary and appropriate.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e087-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the plan under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall consult with representatives from—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e088-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>trade associations representing air carriers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb067e089-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>trade associations representing avionics manufacturers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068079a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>certified labor organizations representing air traffic controllers; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068079b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>any other representatives the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068079c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Submission of plan</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 15 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the plan required under this subsection.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068079d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb068079e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate such actions necessary to implement the plan developed under paragraph (1), including initiating any required rulemaking.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068079f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/g/6" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition</inline>.—</heading><content>In this subsection, the term “<term>certain NextGen avionics</term>” means those avionics and baseline capabilities as recommended in the report of the NextGen Advisory Committee titled “Minimum Capabilities List (MCL) Ad Hoc Team NAC Task 19–1 Report”, issued on November 17, 2020.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06807a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effect of Failure to Meet Deadline</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/h/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06807a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notification of congress</inline>.—</heading><content>For each deadline established under subsections (a) through (g), if the Administrator determines that the Administrator has not met or will not meet each such deadline, the Administrator shall, not later than 30 days after such determination, notify the appropriate committees of Congress about the failure to meet each deadline.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1234">138 STAT. 1234</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/h/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents of notification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each notification under paragraph (1) shall be accompanied by the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/h/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>An explanation as to why the Administrator will not or did not meet the deadline described in such paragraph.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/h/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>A description of the actions the Administrator plans to take to meet the deadline described in such paragraph.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/h/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Actions Congress can take to assist the Administrator in meeting the deadline described in such paragraph.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/h/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06807a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator is required to provide notice under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall provide the appropriate committees of Congress quarterly briefings as to the progress made by the Administrator regarding implementation under the respective subsection for which the deadline will not be or was not met until such time as the Administrator has completed the required work under such subsection.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06807a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">NextGen Advisory Committee Consultation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/i/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06807ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06807ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall consult and task the NextGen Advisory Committee with providing recommendations on ways to expedite, prioritize, and fully implement the NextGen program to realize the operational benefits of such programs.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/i/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In providing recommendations under paragraph (1), the NextGen Advisory Committee shall consider—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/i/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>air traffic throughput of the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/i/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>daily operational performance, including delays and cancellations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06807b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s619/i/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the potential need for performance-based operational metrics related to the NextGen program and subsequent air traffic modernization programs and efforts.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e35042" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s620" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="620">SEC. 620. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06807b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>CONTRACT TOWER PROGRAM.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb06855d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">Section 47124 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06855d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s620/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (b)(3) by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06855d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Period for completion of an operational readiness inspection</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall provide airport sponsors acting in good faith 7 years to complete an operational readiness inspection after receiving a benefit-to-cost ratio of air traffic control services for an airport.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06855d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s620/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb068cb06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Improving Controller Situational Awareness</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall allow air traffic controllers at towers operated under the Contract Tower Program to use approved advanced equipment and technologies to improve operational situational awareness, including Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System radar displays, Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast, Flight Data Input/Output, and Automatic Terminal Information System.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Installation and maintenance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall allow airports to—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1235">138 STAT. 1235</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>procure a Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System or any equivalent system through the Federal Aviation Administration, and install and maintain such system using Administration services; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>purchase a Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System, or any equivalent system, and install and maintain such system using services directly from an original equipment manufacturer.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To help facilitate the integration of the equipment and technology described in paragraph (1), the Secretary—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb068cb0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote><content>shall establish minimum performance and technical standards that ensure the safe use of equipment and technology, including commercial radar displays capable of displaying primary and secondary radar targets, for use by controllers in contract towers to improve situational awareness;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb0e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>shall identify approved vendors for such equipment and technology, to the maximum extent practicable;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb0f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>shall establish, in consultation with contract tower operators, an appropriate training program to periodically train air traffic controllers employed by such operators to ensure proper and efficient integration and use of the situational awareness equipment and technology described in paragraph (1) into contract tower operations;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb10-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>may add Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System equipment or any equivalent system to the minimum level of equipage necessary for Federal contract towers to perform the function of such towers, as applicable; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb11-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>shall require that any technology, system, or equipment procured pursuant to this subsection be procured using non-Federal funds, except as made available under a grant issued pursuant to 47124(b)(4).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb068cb12-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb068cb13-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Liability Insurance</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb068cb15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall consult with aviation industry experts, including air traffic control contractors and aviation insurance professionals, to determine adequate limits of liability for the Contract Tower Program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb068cb17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interim steps</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this subsection and until the Secretary makes a determination on liability limits under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall require air traffic control contractors to have excess liability insurance (as determined by the Secretary) to ensure continuity of such coverage should a major accident occur.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb068cb18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Secretary shall brief the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate on the findings, conclusions, and actions taken and planned to be taken to carry out this subsection.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e35210" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="621">SEC. 621. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb068cb19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>REMOTE TOWERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0698e6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">Section 47124 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1236">138 STAT. 1236</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0698e6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/a/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06a039c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Milestones for Design Approval of Remote Towers</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a039d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06a039e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall create a program and publish milestones to achieve system design and operational approval for a remote tower system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a039f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>rely on support from the Office of Airports of the Federal Aviation Administration and the Air Traffic Organization of the Federal Aviation Administration, including the Air Traffic Services Service Unit and the Technical Operations Service Unit;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06a03a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>consult with relevant stakeholders, as the Administrator determines appropriate;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><chapeau>establish requirements for the system design and operational approval of remote towers, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>visual siting processes and requirements for electro-optical sensors;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>datalink latency requirements;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>visual presentation design requirements for monitors used to display sensor and camera feeds; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>any other wireless telecommunications infrastructure requirements to enable the operation of such towers;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>use a safety risk management panel process to address any safety issues with respect to a remote tower;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06a03aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>if a remote tower is intended to be installed at a non-towered airport, assess the safety benefits of the remote tower against the lack of an existing tower;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>allow the use of surface surveillance technology, either standalone or integrated into the visual automation platform, as a situational awareness tool;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06a03ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Protocols.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06a03ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><content>establish protocols for contingency operations and procedures in the event of remote tower technology failures and malfunctions; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>support active testing of a remote tower system that has achieved system design approval by the William J. Hughes Technical Center at an airport that has installed remote tower infrastructure to support such system.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">System design approval and evaluation process</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than December 31, 2024, the Administrator shall expand the system design approval and evaluation process for a digital or remote tower system to not less than 3 airports at which a digital or remote tower will be installed or operated at airports not located at the William J. Hughes Technical Center and using the criteria under section 161 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47104">49 U.S.C. 47104 note</ref>), to the extent the Administrator has willing technology providers and airports interested in the installation and operation of such towers.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Preservation of existing design approvals</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to invalidate any system design approval activity carried out by the William <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1237">138 STAT. 1237</page> J. Hughes Technical Center prior to the date of enactment of this subsection.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prioritization for remote tower certification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the program established under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall prioritize system design and operational approval for a remote tower system at—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>airports that do not have a permanent air traffic control tower at the time of application;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>airports that would provide small and rural community air service; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>airports that have been newly accepted as of the date of enactment of this subsection into the Contract Tower Program.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06a03b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06a03b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06a03b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Termination date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and every 6 months thereafter through October 1, 2028, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the status of remote and digital tower projects in the system design approval and commissioning process;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the effectiveness and adequacy of the pilot program established under section 161 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47104">49 U.S.C. 47104 note</ref>); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>any other issues related to the demand for and potential use of remote tower technology that the Administrator determines are appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06a03bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendments</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124/b">Section 47124(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (3)(B)(ii) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or a remote air traffic control tower equipment that has received System Design Approval from the Federal Aviation Administration</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>an operating air traffic control tower</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (4)(A)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in clause (i)(III) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or remote air traffic control tower equipment that has received System Design Approval from the Federal Aviation Administration</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>certified by the Federal Aviation Administration</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06a03c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in clause (ii)(III) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or remote air traffic control tower equipment that has received System Design Approval from the Federal Aviation Administration</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>certified by the Federal Aviation Administration</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06a03c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s621/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Extension</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 161(a)(10) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47104">49 U.S.C. 47104 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e35496" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="622">SEC. 622. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06a2ad2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AUDIT OF LEGACY SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06b6353-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b6354-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b6355-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate an audit of all legacy systems of the national airspace system to determine the level of operational risk, functionality, and security of such systems and the compatibility of such systems with current and future technology.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06b6356-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope of Audit</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The audit required under subsection (a)—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b6357-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>shall be conducted by an independent third-party contractor or a federally funded research and development center selected by the Administrator;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1238">138 STAT. 1238</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b6358-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b6359-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>shall include an assessment of whether a legacy system is an outdated, insufficient, unsafe, or unstable legacy system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b635a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>with respect to any legacy systems identified in the audit as an outdated, insufficient, unsafe, or unstable legacy system, shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b635b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b635c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>an analysis of the operational risks associated with using such legacy systems;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b635d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b635e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b635f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations for replacement or enhancement of such legacy systems; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b6360-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b6361-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>an analysis of any potential impact on aviation safety and efficiency; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b6362-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b6363-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b6364-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b6365-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><chapeau>shall include recommended performance metrics by which the Administrator can assess the circumstances in which safety-critical communication, navigation, and surveillance aviation infrastructure within the national airspace system can remain in operational service, which take into account—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b6366-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the expected lifespan of such aviation infrastructure;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b6367-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the number and type of mechanical failures of such aviation infrastructure;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b6368-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b6369-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Costs.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b636a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>the average annual costs of maintaining such aviation infrastructure over a 5-year period and whether such costs exceed the cost to replace such aviation infrastructure; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/b/4/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the availability of replacement parts or labor capable of maintaining such aviation infrastructure.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06b8a7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadline</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 15 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the audit required under subsection (a) shall be completed.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06b8a7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a7e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a7f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the audit required under subsection (a) is completed, the Administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings and recommendations of such audit, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a80-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Inventory.</p></sidenote><content>an inventory of the legacy systems in use;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>an assessment of the operational condition of the legacy systems in use, including the interoperability of such systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the average age of such legacy systems and, for each such legacy system, the intended design life of the system, by type; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/d/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the availability of replacement parts, equipment, or technology to maintain such legacy systems.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06b8a86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plan to Accelerate Drawdown, Replacement, or Enhancement of Identified Legacy Systems</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the date on which the Administrator provides the report under subsection (d), the Administrator shall develop and implement a plan, in consultation with industry representatives, to accelerate the drawdown, replacement, or enhancement of any legacy systems that are identified in the audit required under subsection (a) as outdated, insufficient, unsafe, or unstable legacy systems.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priorities</inline>.—</heading><content>In developing the plan under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall prioritize the drawdown, replacement, or enhancement of such legacy systems based on the operational risks such legacy systems pose to aviation safety and the costs associated with the replacement or enhancement of such legacy systems.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1239">138 STAT. 1239</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Collaboration with external experts</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this subsection, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>collaborate with industry representatives and other external experts in information technology to develop the plan under paragraph (1) within a reasonable timeframe;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>identify technologies in existence or in development that, with or without adaptation, are expected to be suitable to meet the technical information technology needs of the FAA; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>maintain consistency with the acquisition management system established and updated pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40110/d">section 40110(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Termination date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Progress updates</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall provide the appropriate committees of Congress with semiannual updates through September 30, 2028 on the progress made in carrying out the plan under paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Inspector general review</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the Administrator develops the plan required under paragraph (1), the inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall assess such efforts of the Administration to drawdown, replace, or enhance any legacy systems identified under subsection (a).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/e/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>The inspector general shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the review carried out under subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06b8a95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/f/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Industry</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>industry</term>” means aviation industry organizations with expertise in aviation-dedicated network systems, systems engineering platforms, aviation software services, air traffic management, flight operations, and International Civil Aviation Organization standards.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/f/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Legacy system</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>legacy system</term>” means any communication, navigation, surveillance, or automation or network applications or ground-based aviation infrastructure, or other critical software and hardware systems owned by the FAA, that were deployed prior to the year 2000, including the Notice to Air Missions system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/f/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Outdated, insufficient, unsafe, or unstable legacy system</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>outdated, insufficient, unsafe, or unstable legacy system</term>” means a legacy system for which the likelihood of failure of such system creates a risk to air safety or security due to the age, ability to be maintained in a cost-effective manner, vulnerability to degradation, errors, or malicious attacks of such system, or any other factors that may compromise the performance or security of such system, including a legacy system—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/f/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>that is vulnerable or susceptible to mechanical failure; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06b8a9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s622/f/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>with a risk of a single point of failure or that lacks sufficient contingencies in the event of such failure.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e35813" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="623">SEC. 623. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06b8a9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading>AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL FACILITY REALIGNMENT STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06bffce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Examination</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06bffcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06bffd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1240">138 STAT. 1240</page> development center to conduct an Air Traffic Control Facility Realignment study to examine consolidating or otherwise reorganizing air traffic control facilities and the management of airspace controlled by such facilities.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06bffd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In the study required under paragraph (1), the federally funded research and development center shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06bffd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06bffd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate the potential efficiencies that may result from a reorganization;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06bffd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>identify whether certain areas prone to airspace congestion or facility staff shortages would benefit from any enhanced flexibilities or operational changes; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06bffd5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>recommend opportunities for integration of separate facilities to create a more collaborative and efficient traffic control environment.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06bffd6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this subsection, the federally funded research and development center shall consult with the exclusive representatives of air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06bffd7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 15 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the federally funded research and development center shall submit to the Administrator a report detailing the findings of the study required under subsection (a) and recommendations related to consolidation or reorganization of air traffic control work facilities and locations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06bffd8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s623/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after receiving the report under subsection (b), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the study under subsection (a) and any recommendations under subsection (b) related to consolidation or reorganization of air traffic control work facilities and locations.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e35907" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="624">SEC. 624. </num><heading>AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TOWER REPLACEMENT PROCESS REPORT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06c7509-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report Required</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to Congress a report on the process by which air traffic control tower facilities are chosen for replacement.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06c750a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The report required under subsection (a) shall contain—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c750b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the process by which air traffic control tower facilities are chosen for replacement, including which divisions of the Administration control or are involved in the replacement decision making process;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c750c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c750d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c750e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>the criteria the Administrator uses to determine which air traffic control tower facilities to replace, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c750f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the relative importance of each such criteria;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c9c20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>why the Administrator uses each such criteria; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c9c21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the reasons for the relative importance of each such criteria;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c9c22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c9c23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Investigation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c9c24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>what types of investigation the Administrator carries out to determine if an air traffic control tower facility should be replaced;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c9c25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c9c26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Timeline.</p></sidenote><content>a timeline of the replacement process for an individual air traffic control tower facility replacement;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1241">138 STAT. 1241</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c9c27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c9c28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p></sidenote><content>the list of facilities established under subsection (c), including the reason for selecting each such facility; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c9c29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>any other information the Administrator considers relevant.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06c9c2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c9c2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">49 USC 47124 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">List of Replaced Air Traffic Control Tower Facilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c9c2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote>The Administrator shall establish, maintain, and publish on the website of the FAA a list of the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c9c2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c9c2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>All air traffic control tower facilities replaced within the 10-year period preceding the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06c9c2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s624/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06c9c30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>Any air traffic control tower facilities for which the Administrator has made a determination requiring replacement, but for which such replacement has not yet been completed.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e36029" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="625">SEC. 625. </num><heading>CONTRACT TOWER PROGRAM SAFETY ENHANCEMENTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06d5e81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06d5e82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">49 USC 47124 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Pilot Program for Transitioning to FAA Towers</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06d5e84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish a pilot program to convert high-activity air traffic control towers operating under the Contract Tower Program as established under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124">section 47124 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, (in this section referred to as the “Contract Tower Program”) to a level I (Visual Flight Rules) tower staffed by the FAA.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In selecting air traffic control towers to participate in the pilot program established under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall prioritize air traffic control towers operating under the Contract Tower Program that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>either—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>had over 200,000 annual tower operations in calendar year 2022; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>served a small hub airport with more than 900,000 passenger enplanements in calendar year 2021;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>are either currently owned by the FAA or are constructed to FAA standards; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>operate within complex airspace, including airspace that serves air carrier, general aviation, and military aircraft.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06d5e8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Tower selection</inline>.—</heading><content>The number of air traffic control towers selected to participate in the pilot program established under paragraph (1) shall be determined based on the availability of funds for the pilot program and the interest of the airport sponsor related to such facility.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06d5e8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Controller retention</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to any high-activity air traffic control tower selected to be converted under the pilot program established under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall appoint to the position of air traffic controller any air traffic controller who—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>is employed at such air traffic control tower as of the date on which the Administrator selects such tower to be converted;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>meets the qualifications contained in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44506/f/1/A">section 44506(f)(1)(A) of title 49, United States Code</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>has all other pre-employment qualifications required by law to be a certified controller of the FAA.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Safety analysis</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1242">138 STAT. 1242</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06d5e94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall conduct a safety analysis to determine whether the conversion of any air traffic control tower described in paragraph (1) negatively impacts aviation safety at such air traffic control tower and take such actions needed to address any negative impact.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report describing the results of the safety analysis under subparagraph (A), any actions taken to address any negative impacts to safety, and the overall results of the pilot program established under this subsection.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/a/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization of appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>Out of amounts made available under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/k">section 106(k) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, there is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection $30,000,000 to remain available for 5 fiscal years.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06d5e97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air Traffic Controller Staffing Levels at Small and Medium Hub Airports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124/b/2">Section 47124(b)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d5e98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Secretary may</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d85a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d85aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06d85ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06d85ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06d85ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Small or medium hub airports</inline>.—</heading><content>In the case of a contract entered into on or after the date of enactment of this subparagraph to operate an airport traffic control tower at a small or medium hub airport, the contract shall require the Secretary, after coordination with the airport sponsor and the entity, State, or subdivision, and not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, to provide funding sufficient for the cost of wages and benefits of at least 2 air traffic controllers for each tower operating shift.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06d85ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s625/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priorities for Facility Selection</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124/b/3/C">Section 47124(b)(3)(C) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><clause class="indentUp3 fontsize10" id="yb06dacbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="viii">“(viii) </num><content>Air traffic control towers at airports with safety or operational problems related to the lack of an existing tower.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp3 fontsize10" id="yb06dacc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ix">“(ix) </num><content>Air traffic control towers at airports with projected commercial and military increases in aircraft or flight operations.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp3 fontsize10" id="yb06dacc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="x">“(x) </num><content>Air traffic control towers at airports with a variety of aircraft operations, including a variety of commercial and military flight operations.”</content></clause> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e36284" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s626" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="626">SEC. 626. </num><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS ON USE OF ADVANCED SURVEILLANCE IN OCEANIC AIRSPACE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  It is the sense of Congress the FAA shall continue to evaluate the potential uses for space-based automatic dependent surveillance broadcast to improve surveillance coverage of domestic airspace including improving surveillance coverage over remote terrain and in oceanic airspace. If determined appropriate by the Administrator, the FAA shall consider whether additional testing would meaningfully contribute to the FAA’s processes for developing separation standards and more efficient routes.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1243">138 STAT. 1243</page></content></section> <section id="d9133e36293" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="627">SEC. 627. </num><heading>LOW-ALTITUDE ROUTES FOR VERTICAL FLIGHT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06e4902-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sense of Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>It is the sense of Congress that the national airspace system requires additional rotorcraft, powered-lift aircraft, and low-altitude instrument flight rules, routes leveraging advances in performance based navigation in order to provide direct, safe, and reliable routes that ensure sufficient separation from higher altitude fixed wing aircraft traffic.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06e4903-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06e4904-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 USC 40103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Low-altitude Rotorcraft and Powered-lift Aircraft Instrument Flight Routes</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e4905-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06e4906-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06e4907-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06e4908-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06e4909-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedure.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate a rulemaking process to establish or update, as appropriate, low altitude routes and flight procedures to ensure safe rotorcraft and powered-lift aircraft operations in the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e490a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out this subsection, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e490b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>incorporate instrument flight rules rotorcraft operations into the low-altitude performance based navigation procedure infrastructure;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e490c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>prioritize the development of new helicopter area navigation instrument flight rules routes as part of the United States air traffic service route structure that utilize performance based navigation, such as Global Positioning System and Global Navigation Satellite System equipment; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e490d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>consider the impact of such low altitude flight routes on other airspace users and impacted communities to ensure that such routes are designed to minimize—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06e490e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the potential for conflict with existing national airspace system operations;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06e490f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the workload of air traffic controllers; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb06e4910-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/2/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>negative effects to impacted communities.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e4911-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the rulemaking process under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall consult with—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e4912-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>stakeholders in the airport, heliport, rotorcraft manufacturer and operator, general aviation operator, powered-lift operator, air carrier, and performance based navigation technology manufacturer sectors;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e4913-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the United States Helicopter Safety Team;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e4914-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>exclusive bargaining representatives of air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e4915-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s627/b/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>other stakeholders determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e36410" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s628" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="628">SEC. 628. </num><heading>REQUIRED CONSULTATION WITH NATIONAL PARKS OVERFLIGHTS ADVISORY GROUP.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb06e7026-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40128/b/4">Section 40128(b)(4) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e7027-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s628/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e7028-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s628/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subparagraph (D) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e7029-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s628/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06e702a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>consult with the advisory group established under section 805 of the National Parks Air Tour Management Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40128">49 U.S.C. 40128 note</ref>) and consider all advice, <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1244">138 STAT. 1244</page> information, and recommendations provided by the advisory group to the Administrator and the Director.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e36468" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="629">SEC. 629. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06e702b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading>UPGRADING AND REPLACING AGING AIR TRAFFIC SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06f0c6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f337d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f337e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f337f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with a qualified organization to conduct a study to assess the need for upgrades to or replacement of existing automated surface observation systems/automated weather observing systems (in this section referred to as “ASOS/AWOS”) located in non-contiguous States.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3380-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f3381-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analyses.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The study conducted under paragraph (1) shall include an analysis of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3382-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the age of each ASOS/AWOS located in non-contiguous States;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3383-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the number of days in the calendar year preceding the date on which the study is conducted that each such ASOS/AWOS was not able to accurately communicate or disseminate data for any period of time;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3384-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>impacts of extreme severe weather on ASOS/AWOS outages;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3385-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the effective coverage of the existing ASOS/AWOS;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3386-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>detailed upgrade requirements for each existing ASOS/AWOS, including an assessment of whether replacement would be the most cost-effective recommendation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3387-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>prior maintenance expenditures for each existing ASOS/AWOS;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3388-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>a description of all upgrades or replacements made by the FAA to ASOS/AWOS prior to the date of enactment of this Act;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3389-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>impacts of an outage or break in service in the FAA Telecommunications Infrastructure on such ASOS/AWOS; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f338a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/a/2/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>any other matter determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06f338b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings of the study conducted under subsection (a), and include in such report—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f338c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f338d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>a plan for executing upgrades to or replacements of existing ASOS/AWOS located in non-contiguous States;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f338e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>a plan for converting and upgrading such ASOS/AWOS communications to the FAA Telecommunications Infrastructure;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f338f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>an assessment of the use of unmonitored navigational aids to allow for alternate airport planning for commercial and cargo aviation to limit ASOS/AWOS service disruptions;<sidenote><p>Plan.</p></sidenote></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3390-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f3391-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f3392-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><content>an evaluation of additional alternative methods of compliance for obtaining weather elements that would be as sufficient as current data received through ASOS/AWOS; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f3393-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f3394-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f3395-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>any other recommendation determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06f3396-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s629/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>To carry out the study under this section, the Administrator may use amounts made available pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48101/c/1">section 48101(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1245">138 STAT. 1245</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e36622" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="630">SEC. 630. </num><heading>AIRSPACE INTEGRATION FOR SPACE LAUNCH AND REENTRY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06f81b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sense of Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>It is the Sense of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f81b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a safe and efficient national airspace system that successfully supports existing users and integrates new entrants is of the utmost importance;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f81b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>both commercial aviation and space launch and reentry operations are vital to United States global leadership, national security, and economic opportunity;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f81ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>aircraft hazard areas are necessary during space launch and reentry operations to ensure public safety; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f81bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the Administrator should prioritize the development and deployment of technologies to improve visibility of space launch and reentry operations within FAA computer systems and minimize operational workload to air traffic controllers associated with routing traffic during spaceflight launch and reentry operations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb06f81bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Space Launch and Reentry Airspace Integration Technology</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f81bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f81be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06f81bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote>Out of amounts made available under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48101">section 48101 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, $10,000,000 for each of the fiscal years 2025 through 2028 (or until such time as the Administrator determines that the project meeting the requirements of this section has reached an operational status) is available for the Administrator to carry out a project to expedite the development, acquisition, and deployment of technologies or capabilities to aid in space launch and reentry integration with the objective of operational readiness not later than December 31, 2026, which may include—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f81c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>technologies recommended by the Airspace Access Priorities aviation rulemaking committee in the final report titled “ARC Recommendations Final Report”, issued on August 21, 2019;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06f81c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>systems to enable the integration of launch and reentry data directly onto air traffic controller displays; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06fa8d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s630/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>automated systems to enable near real-time planning and dynamic rerouting of commercial aircraft during and following commercial space launch and reentry operations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e36691" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVI/s631" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="631">SEC. 631. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb06fa8d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading>UPDATE TO FAA ORDER ON AIRWAY PLANNING STANDARD.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to update ,the order of the FAA titled “Airway Planning Standard Number One–Terminal Air Navigation Facilities and Air Traffic Control Services” (FAA Order 7031.2c), to lower the remote radar bright display scope installation requirement from 30,000 annual itinerant operations to 15,000 annual itinerant operations.</content></section> <num value="VII">TITLE VII—</num><heading>MODERNIZING AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE</heading> <subtitle id="d9133e36707" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading>Airport Improvement Program Modifications</heading> <section id="d9133e36712" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s701" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="701">SEC. 701. </num><heading>DEVELOPMENT OF AIRPORT PLANS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb06fcfe4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101/g">Section 47101(g) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1246">138 STAT. 1246</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06fcfe5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s701/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (1) in the second sentence, by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(including long-term resilience from the impact of natural hazards and severe weather events)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>environmental</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06fcfe6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s701/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06ff6f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s701/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06ff6f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s701/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (D) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb06ff6f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s701/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following new subparagraph:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb06ff6fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>consider the impact of hazardous weather events on long-term operational resilience.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e36778" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="702">SEC. 702. </num><heading>AIP DEFINITIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb071086b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47102">Section 47102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb071086c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (1) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb071086d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>‘air carrier’ has the meaning given such term in section 40102.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb071086e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb071086f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (A)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0710870-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in clause (i) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0710871-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>in clause (ii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0710872-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="fontsize10" id="yb0710873-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii)</num><content> a secondary runway at a nonhub airport that is equivalent in size and type to the primary runway of such airport.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0710874-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (B)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0710875-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in clause (iii) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and fuel infrastructure for such equipment to remove snow</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>surveillance equipment</quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0710876-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>in clause (ix) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0710877-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>in clause (x) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0710878-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><clause class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0712f89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="xi">“(xi) </num><content>a medium intensity approach lighting system with runway alignment indicator lights.”</content></clause> </quotedContent>;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in subparagraph (E) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>after December 31, 1991,</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>in subparagraph (K) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>if the airport is located in an air quality nonattainment or maintenance area (as defined in sections 171(2) and 175A of the Clean Air Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s7501/2">42 U.S.C. 7501(2)</ref>; 7505a)) and if the airport would be able to receive emission credits, as described in section 47139</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>in subparagraph (L) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the airport is located in an air quality nonattainment or maintenance area (as defined in sections 171(2) and 175A of the Clean Air Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s7501/2">42 U.S.C. 7501(2)</ref>; 7505a)), if the airport would be able to receive appropriate emission credits (as described in section 47139), and</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (P)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/F/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>improve the reliability and efficiency of the airport’s power supply</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>improve reliability and efficiency of the power supply of the airport or meet current and future electrical power demand</quotedText>”;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1247">138 STAT. 1247</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/F/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, renewable energy generation and storage infrastructure (including necessary substation upgrades to support such infrastructure)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>electrical generators</quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/F/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>supply, and</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>supply,</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/F/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, and smart glass (including electrochromic glass).</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0712f92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07156a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="S">“(S) </num><content>acquisition of advanced digital construction management systems and related technology used in the planning, design and engineering, construction, and maintenance of airport facilities when such systems or technologies are acquired to carry out a project approved by the Secretary under this subchapter.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07156a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="T">“(T) </num><chapeau>improvements, or planning for improvements (including monitoring equipment or services), that would be necessary to sustain commercial service flight operations or permit the resumption of such flight operations following a natural disaster (including an earthquake, flooding, high water, wildfires, hurricane, storm surge, tidal wave, tornado, tsunami, wind driven water, sea level rise, tropical storm, cyclone, land instability, or winter storm) at—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0717db5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>a primary airport; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0717db6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>a nonprimary airport that is designated as a Federal staging area or incident support base by the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0717db7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="U">“(U) </num><content>a project to comply with rulemakings and recommendations on airport cybersecurity standards from the aviation rulemaking committee convened under section 395 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0717db8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="V">“(V) </num><content>reconstructing or rehabilitating an existing crosswind runway (regardless of the wind coverage of the primary runway) if the reconstruction or rehabilitation of such crosswind runway is in the most recently approved airport layout plan of the sponsor.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0717db9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="W">“(W) </num><chapeau>constructing or acquiring such airport-owned infrastructure or equipment, notwithstanding revenue producing capability of such infrastructure or equipment, as may be required for—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>the on-airport distribution or storage of unleaded aviation gasoline for piston-driven aircraft, including on-airport construction or expansion of pipelines, storage tanks, low-emission fuel systems, and airport-owned fuel trucks providing exclusively unleaded aviation fuels (unless the Secretary determines that an alternative fuel may be safely used in such fuel truck for a limited time); or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>fueling systems for type certificated hydrogen-powered aircraft.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0717dbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="X">“(X) </num><content>constructing, reconstructing, or rehabilitating a taxiway or taxilane that serves non-exclusive use aeronautical facilities, including aircraft storage facilities, except for the 50 feet of pavement immediately in front of an ineligible building.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1248">138 STAT. 1248</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0717dbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="Y">“(Y) </num><content>any other activity (excluding terminal development) that the Secretary concludes will reasonably improve the safety of the airport.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (5)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and catchment area analyses</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>planning</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dc2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0717dc3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>assessing current and future electrical power demand for airport airside and landside activities.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dc4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (20)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dc5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dc6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; or</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dc7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0717dc8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and Republic of Palau.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dc9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>in paragraph (27) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands,</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0717dca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s702/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>in paragraph (28)(B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>described in section 47119(a)(1)(B)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>for moving passengers and baggage between terminal facilities and between terminal facilities and aircraft</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e37179" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s703" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="703">SEC. 703. </num><heading>REVENUE DIVERSION PENALTY ENHANCEMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb071a4db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s703/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107">Section 47107 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb071a4dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s703/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (m)(4) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>an amount equal to</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>an amount equal to double</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb071a4dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s703/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (n)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>an amount equal to</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>an amount equal to double</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb071a4de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s703/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb071a4df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107">49 USC 47107 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by subsection (a) shall not apply to any illegal diversion of airport revenues (as described in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107/m">section 47107(m) of title 49, United States Code</ref>) that occurred prior to the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e37241" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s704" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="704">SEC. 704. </num><heading>EXTENSION OF COMPETITIVE ACCESS REPORT REQUIREMENT.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107/r/3">Section 47107(r)(3) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 11, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>October 1, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e37261" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s705" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="705">SEC. 705. </num><heading>RENEWAL OF CERTAIN LEASES.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb071f300-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107/t/2">Section 47107(t)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb071f301-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s705/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the date of enactment of this subsection</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>October 7, 2016</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb071f302-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s705/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (D) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb071f303-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><chapeau>that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb071f304-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau>supports the operation of military aircraft by the Air Force or Air National Guard—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb071f305-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>at the airport; or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb071f306-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>remotely from the airport; or</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb071f307-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>is for the use of nonaeronautical land or facilities of the airport by the National Guard.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1249">138 STAT. 1249</page></content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e37327" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s706" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="706">SEC. 706. </num><heading>COMMUNITY USE OF AIRPORT LAND.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0726838-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107/v">Section 47107(v) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0732b89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Community Use of Airport Land</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding subsections (a)(13), (b), and (c) and section 47133, and subject to paragraph (2), the sponsor of a public-use airport shall not be considered to be in violation of this subtitle, or to be found in violation of a grant assurance made under this section, or under any other provision of law, as a condition for the receipt of Federal financial assistance for airport development, solely because the sponsor has—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>entered into an agreement, including a revised agreement, with a local government providing for the use of airport property for an interim compatible recreational purpose at below fair market value; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>permanently restricted the use of airport property to compatible recreational and public park use without paying or otherwise obtaining payment of fair market value for the property.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732b8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Restrictions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interim compatible recreational purpose</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Paragraph (1) shall apply, with respect to a sponsor that has taken the action described in subparagraph (A) of such paragraph, only—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732b91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>to an agreement regarding airport property that was initially entered into before the publication of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Policy and Procedures Concerning the Use of Airport Revenue, dated February 16, 1999;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732b93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>if the agreement between the sponsor and the local government is subordinate to any existing or future agreements between the sponsor and the Secretary, including agreements related to a grant assurance under this section;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>to airport property that was purchased using funds from a Federal grant for acquiring land issued prior to January 1, 1989;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732b96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Statement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732b97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>if the airport sponsor has provided a written statement to the Administrator that the property made available for a recreational purpose will not be needed for any aeronautical purpose during the next 10 years;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732b99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732b9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><content>if the agreement includes a term of not more than 2 years to prepare the airport property for the interim compatible recreational purpose and not more than 10 years of use for that purpose;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content>if the recreational purpose will not impact the aeronautical use of the airport;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vii">“(vii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732b9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p></sidenote><content>if the airport sponsor provides a certification that the sponsor is not responsible for preparation, startup, operations, maintenance, or any other costs associated with the recreational purpose; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="viii">“(viii) </num><content>if the recreational purpose is consistent with Federal land use compatibility criteria under section 47502.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1250">138 STAT. 1250</page></content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732b9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recreational use</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Paragraph (1) shall apply, with respect to a sponsor that has taken the action described in subparagraph (B) of such paragraph, only—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732ba0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>to airport property that was purchased using funds from a Federal grant for acquiring land issued prior to January 1, 1989;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732ba1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732ba2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>to airport property that has been continuously leased or licensed through a written agreement with a governmental entity or non-profit entity for recreational or public park uses since July 1, 2003;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732ba3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732ba4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Statement.</p></sidenote><content>if the airport sponsor has provided a written statement to the Administrator that the recreational or public park use does not impact the aeronautical use of the airport and that the property to be permanently restricted for recreational or public park use is not needed for any aeronautical use at the time the written statement is provided and is not expected to be needed for any aeronautical use at any time after such statement is provided;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732ba5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732ba6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p></sidenote><content>if the airport sponsor provides a certification to the Administrator that the sponsor is not responsible for operations, maintenance, or any other costs associated with the recreational or public park use;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732ba7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>if the recreational purpose is consistent with Federal land use compatibility criteria under section 47502; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732ba8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><chapeau>if the airport sponsor will—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732ba9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732baa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>lease the property to a local government entity or non-profit entity to operate and maintain the property at no cost to the airport sponsor; or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>transfer title to the property to a local government entity subject to a permanent deed restriction ensuring compatible airport use under regulations issued pursuant to section 47502.</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Revenue from certain sales of airport property</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, an airport sponsor leasing or selling a portion of airport property as described in paragraph (2)(B)(vi) may—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>lease or sell such portion of airport property for less than fair market value; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>subject to the requirements of subsection (b), retain the revenue from the lease or sale of such portion of airport property for use in accordance with section 47133.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732baf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732bb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Statement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732bb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0732bb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Secretary review and approval</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, and subject to the sponsor providing a written statement certifying such sponsor meets the requirements under this subsection, no actions permitted under this subsection shall require the review or approval of the Secretary of Transportation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Statutory construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection may be construed as permitting a diversion of airport revenue for the capital or operating costs associated with the community use of airport land.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aeronautical use; aeronautical purpose defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this subsection, the terms ‘aeronautical use’ and ‘aeronautical purpose’—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1251">138 STAT. 1251</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>mean all activities that involve or are directly related to the operation of aircraft, including activities that make the operation of aircraft possible and safe;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>include services located at an airport that are directly and substantially related to the movement of passengers, baggage, mail, and cargo; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0732bb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>do not include any uses of an airport that are not described in subparagraph (A) or (B), including any aviation-related uses that do not need to be located at an airport, such as flight kitchens and airline reservation centers.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e37587" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s707" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="707">SEC. 707. </num><heading>PRICE ADJUSTMENT PROVISIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb07379d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47108">Section 47108 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07379d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s707/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>47114(d)(3)(A) of this title</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>47114(d)(2)(A)</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07379da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s707/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb073c7fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Increasing Government Share</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c7fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in paragraph (2) or (3), the amount stated in an offer as the maximum amount the Government will pay may not be increased when the offer has been accepted in writing.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c7fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For a project receiving assistance under a grant approved under this chapter or chapter 475, the amount may be increased—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c7fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>for an airport development project, by not more than 15 percent; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c7ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau>to acquire an interest in land for an airport (except a primary airport), based on creditable appraisals at the time of the acquisition or a court award in a condemnation proceeding, by not more than the greater of—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb073c800-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>15 percent; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb073c801-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>25 percent of the total increase in allowable project costs attributable to acquiring an interest in land.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c802-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Price adjustment provisions</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c803-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb073c804-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb073c805-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may incorporate a provision in a project grant agreement under which the Secretary agrees to pay more than the maximum amount otherwise specified in the agreement if the Secretary finds that commodity or labor prices have increased since the agreement was made.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c806-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Decrease in costs</inline>.—</heading><content>A provision incorporated in a project grant agreement under this paragraph shall ensure that the Secretary realizes any financial benefit associated with a decrease in material or labor costs for the project.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c807-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s707/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb073c808-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s707/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsections (d) and (e) as subsections (c) and (d), respectively.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e37721" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s708" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="708">SEC. 708. </num><heading>UPDATING UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT’S SHARE OF PROJECT COSTS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb073c809-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47109">Section 47109 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb073ef1a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Special Rule for Fiscal Years 2025 and 2026</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subsection (a), the Government’s share of allowable project <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1252">138 STAT. 1252</page> costs for a grant made to a nonhub or nonprimary airport in each of fiscal years 2025 and 2026 shall be 95 percent.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e37753" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="709">SEC. 709. </num><heading>ALLOWABLE PROJECT COSTS AND LETTERS OF INTENT.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0743d3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47110">Section 47110 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>after May 13, 1946, and</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or preparing for</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>formulating</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>utility relocation, work site preparation,</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>and administration</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (d)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(c)(1) or 47114(d)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114 or distributed from the small airport fund under section 47116</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (e)(2)(C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>commercial service airport having at least 0.25 percent of the boardings each year at all such airports</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>medium hub airport or large hub airport</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in subsection (h) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(3)(A)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(c)(1)(D) or section 47114(d)(2)(A)</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0743d44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s709/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (i).</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e37849" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s710" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="710">SEC. 710. </num><heading>SMALL AIRPORT LETTERS OF INTENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0748b65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s710/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47110">Section 47110 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0750096-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Small Airport Letters of Intent</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0750097-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may issue a letter of intent to a sponsor stating an intention to obligate an amount from future budget authority for an airport development project (including costs of formulating the project) at a nonhub airport or an airport that is not a primary airport.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0750098-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0750099-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Schedule.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb075009a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reimbursement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>In the letter issued under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall establish a schedule under which the Secretary will reimburse the sponsor for the Government’s share of allowable project costs, as amounts become available, if the sponsor, after the Secretary issues the letter, carries out the project without receiving amounts under this subchapter.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb075009b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The amount the Secretary intends to obligate in a letter of intent issued under this subsection shall not exceed the larger of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb075009c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the Government’s share of allowable project costs; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb075009d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>$10,000,000.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb075009e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Financing</inline>.—</heading><content>Allowable project costs under paragraphs (1) and (2) may include costs associated with making payments for debt service on indebtedness incurred to carry out the project.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb075009f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall issue a letter of intent under paragraph (1) only if—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07500a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07526b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>the sponsor notifies the Secretary, before the project begins, of the intent of the sponsor to carry out the project and requests a letter of intent; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07526b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><content>the sponsor agrees to comply with all statutory and administrative requirements that would apply to the <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1253">138 STAT. 1253</page> project if it were carried out with amounts made available under this subchapter.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assessment</inline>.—</heading><content>In reviewing a request for a letter of intent under this subsection, the Secretary shall consider the grant history of an airport, the enplanements or operations of an airport, and such other factors as the Secretary determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In issuing letters of intent under this subsection, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>prioritize projects that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07526b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>cannot reasonably be funded by an airport sponsor using funds apportioned under section 47114(c), 47114(d)(2)(A), or 47114(d)(6), including funds apportioned under such sections in multiple fiscal years pursuant to section 47117(b)(1); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07526b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>are necessary to the continued safe operation or development of an airport; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>structure the reimbursement schedules under such letters in a manner that minimizes unnecessary or undesirable project segmentation.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">No obligation or commitment</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>A letter of intent issued under this subsection is not an obligation of the Government under section 1501 of title 31, and the letter is not deemed to be an administrative commitment for financing.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Obligation or commitment</inline>.—</heading><content>An obligation or administrative commitment may be made only as amounts are provided in authorization and appropriation Acts.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">“(9) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation on statutory construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit the obligation of amounts pursuant to a letter of intent under this subsection in the same fiscal year as the letter of intent is issued.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07526be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s710/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendments</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s710/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Letters of intent</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47110/e/7">Section 47110(e)(7) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>under this section</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>under this subsection</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07526c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s710/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priority for letters of intent</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47115/h">Section 47115(h) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>prior to fulfilling intentions to obligate under section 47110(i)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>section 47110(e)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e38081" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="711">SEC. 711. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07526c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROHIBITION ON PROVISION OF AIRPORT IMPROVEMENT GRANT FUNDS TO CERTAIN ENTITIES THAT HAVE VIOLATED INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF UNITED STATES ENTITIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0759bf2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0759bf3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning on the date that is 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, amounts provided as project grants under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471/schI">subchapter I of chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, may not be used to enter into a covered contract with any entity on the list required under subsection (b).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0759bf4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">List Required</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759bf5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0759bf6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0759bf7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 30 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and thereafter as required under paragraph (2), the United States Trade Representative, the Attorney General, and the Administrator shall make available <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1254">138 STAT. 1254</page> to the Administrator a publicly-available list of entities manufacturing airport passenger boarding infrastructure or equipment that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759bf8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0759bf9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">China.</p></sidenote><content>are owned, directed by, or subsidized in whole or in part by the People’s Republic of China;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759bfa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0759bfb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>have been determined by a Federal court to have misappropriated intellectual property or trade secrets from an entity organized under the laws of the United States or any jurisdiction within the United States;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759bfc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>own or control, are owned or controlled by, are under common ownership or control with, or are successors to an entity described in subparagraph (A); or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759bfd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0759bfe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>have entered into an agreement with or accepted funding from, whether in the form of minority investment interest or debt, have entered into a partnership with, or have entered into another contractual or other written arrangement with an entity described in subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759bff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0759c00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Updates to list</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The United States Trade Representative shall update the list required under paragraph (1), based on information provided by the Attorney General and the Administrator—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759c01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>not less frequently than every 90 days during the 180-day period following the initial publication of the list under paragraph (1); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759c02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>not less frequently than annually thereafter.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0759c03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0759c04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0759c05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The definitions in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47102">section 47102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, shall apply.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb075c316-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s711/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered contract</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>covered contract</term>” means a contract or other agreement for the procurement of infrastructure or equipment for a passenger boarding bridge at an airport.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e38218" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="712">SEC. 712. </num><heading>APPORTIONMENTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb076fb97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Primary, Commercial Service, and Cargo Airports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb076fb98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/a/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Primary and commercial service airports</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47114/c/1">Section 47114(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07749b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Primary and commercial service airports</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07749ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Primary airport apportionment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall apportion to the sponsor of each primary airport for each fiscal year an amount equal to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07749bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>$15.60 for each of the first 50,000 passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>$10.40 for each of the next 50,000 passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>$5.20 for each of the next 400,000 passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>$1.30 for each of the next 500,000 passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>$1.00 for each additional passenger boarding at the airport during the prior calendar year.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Minimum and maximum apportionments</inline>.—</heading><content>Not less than $1,300,000 nor more than $22,000,000 may be apportioned under subparagraph (A) to an airport sponsor for a primary airport for each fiscal year.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1255">138 STAT. 1255</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">New airport</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall apportion in the first fiscal year following the official opening of a new airport with scheduled passenger air transportation an amount equal to $1,300,000 to the sponsor of such airport.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nonprimary commercial service airport apportionment</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall apportion to each commercial service airport that is not a primary airport an amount equal to—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>$60 for each of the first 2,500 passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>$153.33 for each of the next 7,499 passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Paragraphs (4) and (5) of subsection (d) shall apply to funds apportioned under this subparagraph.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07770d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public airports with military use</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, a public airport shall be considered a primary airport in each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028 for purposes of this chapter if such airport was—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>designated as a primary airport in fiscal year 2017; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>in use by an air reserve station in the calendar year used to calculate apportionments to airport sponsors in a fiscal year.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Special rule for fiscal year 2024</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding any other provision of this paragraph or the absence of scheduled passenger service at an airport, the Secretary shall apportion in fiscal year 2024 to the sponsor of an airport an amount based on the number of passenger boardings at the airport during whichever of the following years that would result in the highest apportioned amount under this paragraph:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>Calendar year 2018.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>Calendar year 2019.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>The prior full calendar year prior to fiscal year 2024.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/a/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cargo airports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47114/c/2">Section 47114(c)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (A)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>3.5</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>4</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>100,000,000 pounds</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>25,000,000 pounds</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (C); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraphs (D) and (E) as subparagraphs (C) and (D), respectively.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07770e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">General Aviation Airports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47114/d">Section 47114(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Special rule</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Apportionment</headingText></quotedText>”;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1256">138 STAT. 1256</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>excluding primary airports but including reliever and nonprimary commercial service airports</quotedText>” each place it appears and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>excluding commercial service airports but including reliever airports</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>20 percent</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>25 percent</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraphs (C) and (D) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07770eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>An airport that has previously been listed as unclassified under the national plan of integrated airport systems that has reestablished the classified status of such airport as of the date of apportionment shall be eligible to accrue apportionment funds pursuant to subparagraph (A) so long as such airport retains such classified status.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (4)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Airports in alaska, puerto rico, and hawaii</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Airports in Noncontiguous States and Territories</headingText></quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07770ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>An amount apportioned under paragraph (2) or (3)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07797ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Alaska, puerto rico, and hawaii</inline>.—</heading><content>An amount apportioned under this subsection”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0779800-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0779801-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0779802-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Other territories</inline>.—</heading><content>An amount apportioned under paragraph (2)(B)(i) may be made available by the Secretary for any public-use airport in Guam, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, or the Virgin Islands if the Secretary determines that there are insufficient qualified grant applications for projects at airports that are otherwise eligible for funding under that paragraph. The Secretary shall prioritize the use of such amounts in the territory the amount was originally apportioned in.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0779803-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in paragraph (5) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or subsection (c)(1)(D)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>under this subsection</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0779804-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (6)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0779805-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>provision of this subsection</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>provision of this section</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0779806-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or subsection (c)(1)(D)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>under this subsection</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0779807-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0779808-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (3) through (7) as paragraphs (2) through (6), respectively.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0779809-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendments</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb077980a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/c/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Project grant application approval</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47106/a/7">Section 47106(a)(7) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(3)(B)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2)(B)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb077980b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air traffic control contract program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124/b/4">Section 47124(b)(4) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb077980c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (A)(ii)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb077980d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/c/2/A/i" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in subclause (I) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sections 47114(c)(2) and 47114(d)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsections (c) and (d) of section 47114</quotedText>”;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1257">138 STAT. 1257</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb077980e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/c/2/A/ii" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>in subclause (II) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sections 47114(c)(2) and 47114(d)(3)(A)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sections 47114(c) and 47114(d)(2)(A)</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb077980f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/c/2/A/iii" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>in subclause (III) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sections 47114(c)(2) and 47114(d)(3)(A)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sections 47114(c) and 47114(d)(2)(A)</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0779810-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s712/c/2/B" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (B)(v) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2) or 47114(d)(3)(B)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2)(B)</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e38759" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s713" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="713">SEC. 713. </num><heading>PFC TURNBACK REDUCTION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb077e631-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s713/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47114/f">Section 47114(f) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb077e632-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s713/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb077e633-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s713/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sponsor of an airport having at least .25 percent of the total number of boardings each year in the United States and</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sponsor of a medium or large hub airport</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb077e634-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s713/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>50 percent</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>40 percent</quotedText>” each place it appears; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb077e635-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s713/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>75 percent</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>60 percent</quotedText>” each place it appears; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb077e636-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s713/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraphs (2) and (3) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0780d47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective date of reduction</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0780d48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">New charge collection</inline>.—</heading><content>A reduction in an apportionment under paragraph (1) shall not take effect until the first fiscal year following the year in which the collection of the charge imposed under section 40117 has begun.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0780d49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0780d4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0780d4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">New categorization</inline>.—</heading><content>A reduction in an apportionment under paragraph (1) shall only be applied to an airport if such airport has been designated as a medium or large hub airport for 3 consecutive years.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0780d4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s713/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0780d4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0780d4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47114">49 USC 47114 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>For an airport that increased in categorization from a small hub to a medium hub in any fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>) and prior to the date of enactment of this Act, the amendment to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47114/f/2">section 47114(f)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, under subsection (a) shall be applied as though the airport increased in categorization from a small hub to a medium hub in the calendar year prior to the first fiscal year in which such amendment is applicable.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e38888" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="714">SEC. 714. </num><heading>AIRPORT SAFETY AND RESILIENT INFRASTRUCTURE DISCRETIONARY PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb078a98f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47115/j">Section 47115(j) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078a990-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Supplemental Discretionary Funds</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Airport Safety and Resilient Infrastructure Discretionary Program</headingText></quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078a991-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb078a992-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p></sidenote><content>in paragraph (3) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (B) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078d0a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Minimum allocation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not less than 50 percent of the amounts available under this subsection shall be used to provide grants at nonprimary, nonhub, and small hub airports.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1258">138 STAT. 1258</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078d0a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><content>In making grants for projects eligible under subparagraph (D)(iii), the Secretary shall prioritize grants to large and medium hub airports.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078d0a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In making grants under this subsection, the Secretary shall provide grants to airports for projects that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb078d0a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>meet the definition of ‘airport development’ under section 47102(3)(T);</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb078d0a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>would otherwise increase the resilience of airport infrastructure against changing flooding or inundation patterns; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb078d0a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>reduce runway incursions or increase runway or taxiway safety.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078d0a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in paragraph (4)(A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> clauses (i) through (vi) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb078d0aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>$532,392,074 for fiscal year 2024.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb078d0ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>$200,000,000 for fiscal year 2025.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb078d0ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>$200,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb078d0ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>$200,000,000 for fiscal year 2027.</content></clause> <clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb078d0ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>$200,000,000 for fiscal year 2028.”</content></clause> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078f7bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in paragraph (4)(B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2 fiscal years</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>3 fiscal years</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb078f7c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078f7c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb078f7c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb078f7c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the Secretary first awards a grant for fiscal year 2025 under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47115/j">section 47115(j) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and annually thereafter through 2028, the Secretary shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the grant program established under such section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078f7c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In briefing the appropriate committees of Congress under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078f7c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>a description of each project funded under the grant program established under section 47115(j), including the vulnerabilities such program addresses;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078f7c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>a description of projects completed that received funding under such program, including the total time between award and project completion;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078f7c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>a description of the consultation with other agencies that the Secretary has undertaken in carrying out such program;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078f7c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb078f7c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb078f7ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations to improve the administration of such program, including additional consultation with other agencies and whether additional appropriation levels are appropriate; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb078f7cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s714/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>other items determined appropriate by the Secretary.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e39105" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s715" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="715">SEC. 715. </num><heading>SPECIAL CARRYOVER ASSUMPTION RULE.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb078f7cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47115">Section 47115 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0791edd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="l">“(l) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Special Carryover Assumption Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, in addition to amounts made available under paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a), the Secretary may add to the discretionary fund an amount equal to one-third of the apportionment funds made available under section 47114 that were not required during the previous fiscal year pursuant to section 47117(b)(1) out of the anticipated amount of apportionment funds <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1259">138 STAT. 1259</page> made available under section 47114 that will not be required during the current fiscal year pursuant to section 47117(b)(1).”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e39137" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s716" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="716">SEC. 716. </num><heading>SMALL AIRPORT FUND.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb07945ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47116">Section 47116 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07945ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s716/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (b) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraphs (1) and (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07945f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>Not more than 25 percent for grants for projects at small hub airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07945f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>Not less than 25 percent for grants to sponsors of public-use airports (except commercial service airports).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0796d02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>Not less than 50 percent for grants to sponsors of commercial service airports that are not larger than a nonhub airport.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0796d03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s716/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0796d04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s716/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0796d05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s716/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (3) as paragraph (2); and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0796d06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s716/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsections (e) and (f) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0796d07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">General Aviation Transient Aprons</inline>.—</heading><content>In distributing amounts from the fund described in subsection (a) to sponsors described in subsection (b)(2) and (b)(3), 5 percent of each amount shall be used for projects to construct or rehabilitate aprons intended to be used for itinerant general aviation aircraft parking.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e39226" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="717">SEC. 717. </num><heading>REVISION OF DISCRETIONARY CATEGORIES.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb07a0948-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47117">Section 47117 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0949-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)(2)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a094a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A)(i) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or (3)(A), whichever is applicable</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a094b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (B)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a094c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(3)(A)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2)(A)</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a094d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(3)(B)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2)(B)</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a094e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (c)(2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>47114(d)(3)(A)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>47114(d)(2)(A)</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a094f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0950-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2)(A) of this title</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2)(B)(i)</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0951-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0952-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2)(B) or (C)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(2)(B)(ii) or (iii)</quotedText>” in each place it appears; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0953-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>of this title</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0954-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0955-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0956-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (A)—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0957-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/A/i/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$300,000,000</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$200,000,000</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0958-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/A/i/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>for compatible land use planning and projects carried out by State and local governments under section 47141,</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a0959-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/A/i/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47102(3)(Q)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subparagraphs (O), (P), (Q), and (W) of section 47102(3)</quotedText>”;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1260">138 STAT. 1260</page></content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a095a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/A/i/IV" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">(IV) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>to comply with the Clean Air Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s7401/etseq">42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.</ref>)</quotedText>”; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a095b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/A/i/V" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="V">(V) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Secretary shall provide not less than two-thirds of amounts under this subparagraph and paragraph (3) for grants to sponsors of small hub, medium hub, and large hub airports.</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>being met in that fiscal year.</quotedText>”; and</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07a095c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (C); and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a306d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s717/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (3) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb07a306e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07a306f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07a3070-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Special rule</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Beginning in fiscal year 2026, if the amount made available under paragraph (1)(A) was not equal to or greater than $150,000,000 in the preceding fiscal year, the Secretary shall issue grants for projects eligible under paragraph (1)(A) from apportionment funds made available under section 47114 that are not required during the fiscal year pursuant to subsection (b)(1) in an amount that is not less than—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a3071-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>$150,000,000; minus</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a3072-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the amount made available under paragraph (1)(A) in the preceding fiscal year.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e39455" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s718" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="718">SEC. 718. </num><heading>DISCRETIONARY FUND FOR TERMINAL DEVELOPMENT COSTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07a7e93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s718/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Terminal Projects at Transitioning Airports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47119/c">Section 47119(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a7e94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s718/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (4) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or</quotedText>” after the semicolon;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a7e95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s718/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (5)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a7e96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s718/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47114(d)(3)(A)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sections 47114(c) and 47114(d)(2)(A)</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a7e97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s718/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; or</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07a7e98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s718/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07a7e99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07a7e9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07a7e9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Study.</p></sidenote><content>not more than $20,000,000 of the amount that may be distributed for the fiscal year from the discretionary fund established under section 47115, to the sponsor of a nonprimary airport to pay costs allowable under subsection (a) for terminal development projects, if the Secretary determines (which may be based on actual and projected enplanement trends, as well as completion of an air service development study, demonstrated commitment by airlines to provide commercial service accommodating at least 10,000 annual enplanements, the documented commitment of a sponsor to providing the remaining funding to complete the proposed project, and a favorable environmental finding (including all required permits) in support of the proposed project) that the status of the nonprimary airport is reasonably expected to change to primary status based on enplanements for the third calendar year after the issuance of the discretionary grant.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07a7e9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s718/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47119/f">Section 47119(f) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$20,000,000</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$30,000,000</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e39555" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s719" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="719">SEC. 719. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07aa5ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><heading>PROTECTING GENERAL AVIATION AIRPORTS FROM CLOSURE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07af3ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s719/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Non-surplus Property</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47125">Section 47125 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1261">138 STAT. 1261</page> <quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07b41ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiving Restrictions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to paragraph (2), the Secretary may grant to an airport, city, or county a waiver of any of the terms, conditions, reservations, or restrictions contained in a deed under which the United States conveyed to the airport, city, or county an interest in real property for airport purposes pursuant to section 16 of the Federal Airport Act (<ref href="/us/stat/60/179">60 Stat. 179</ref>), section 23 of the Airport and Airway Development Act of 1970 (<ref href="/us/stat/84/232">84 Stat. 232</ref>), or this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any waiver granted by the Secretary pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be subject to the following conditions:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>The applicable airport, city, county, or other political subdivision shall agree that in conveying any interest in the real property which the United States conveyed to the airport, city, or county, the airport, city, or county will receive consideration for such interest that is equal to its current fair market value.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>Any consideration received by the airport, city, or county under subparagraph (A) shall be used exclusively for the development, improvement, operation, or maintenance of a public airport by the airport, city, or county.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><chapeau>Such waiver—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>will not significantly impair the aeronautical purpose of an airport;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>will not result in the permanent closure of an airport (unless the Secretary determines that the waiver will directly facilitate the construction of a replacement airport); or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>is necessary to protect or advance the civil aviation interests of the United States.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>Any other conditions required by the Secretary.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b41f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07b41fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual reporting</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall include a list and description of each waiver granted pursuant to paragraph (1) in the plan required under section 47103.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07b41fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s719/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Surplus Property</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b690c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s719/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47151">Section 47151 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (d) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07b690d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07b690e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07b690f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiver of Condition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may not waive any condition imposed on an interest in surplus property conveyed under subsection (a) that such interest be used for an aeronautical purpose unless the Secretary provides public notice not less than 30 days before the issuance of such waiver and determines that such waiver—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b6910-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>will not significantly impair the aeronautical purpose of an airport;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b6911-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>will not result in the permanent closure of an airport (unless the Secretary determines that the waiver will directly facilitate the construction of a replacement airport); or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b6912-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>is necessary to protect or advance the civil aviation interests of the United States.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b6913-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s719/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiving and adding terms</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47153">Section 47153 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07b9024-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Restrictions on Waiver</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding subsections (a) and (b), the Secretary may not waive any term under this <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1262">138 STAT. 1262</page> section that an interest in land be used for an aeronautical purpose unless—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b9025-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07b9026-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07b9027-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary provides public notice not less than 30 days before the issuance of a waiver; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b9028-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau>the Secretary determines that such waiver—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b9029-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>will not significantly impair the aeronautical purpose of an airport;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b902a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>will not result in the permanent closure of an airport (unless the Secretary determines that the waiver will directly facilitate the construction of a replacement airport); or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07b902b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>is necessary to protect or advance the civil aviation interests of the United States.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07b902c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s719/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Repeals</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07bb73d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s719/c/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airports near closed or realigned bases</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 1203 of the Federal Aviation Reauthorization Act of 1996 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 U.S.C. 47101 note</ref>), and the item relating to such section in the table of contents under section 1(b) of such Act, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07bb73e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s719/c/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Release from restrictions</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 817 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47125">49 U.S.C. 47125 note</ref>), and the item relating to such section in the table of contents under section 1(b) of such Act, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e39832" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="720">SEC. 720. </num><heading>STATE BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07c7a8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Training</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47128">Section 47128 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07c7a90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Training for Participating States</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07c7a91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall provide to each State participating in the block grant program under this section training or updated training materials for the administrative responsibilities assumed by the State under such program at no cost to the State.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07ca1a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timing</inline>.—</heading><content>The training or updated training materials provided under paragraph (1) shall be provided at least once during each 2-year period and at any time there is a material change in the program.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07ca1a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Administration</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47128">Section 47128 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07cefc4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Roles and Responsibilities of Participating States</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefc5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefc6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Memorandum.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airports</inline>.—</heading><content>Unless a State participating in the block grant program under this section expressly agrees in a memorandum of agreement, the Secretary shall not require the State to manage functions and responsibilities for airport actions or projects that do not relate to such program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefc7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program documentation</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefc8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Any grant agreement providing funds to be administered under such program shall be consistent with the most recently executed memorandum of agreement between the State and the Federal Aviation Administration.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefc9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Parity</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall provide parity to participating States and shall only require the same type of information and level of detail for any program agreements and documentation that the Administrator would perform with <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1263">138 STAT. 1263</page> respect to such action if the State did not participate in the program.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefcb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Unless the State expressly agrees to retain responsibility, the Administrator shall retain responsibility for the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefcc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>Grant compliance investigations, determinations, and enforcement.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefcd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>Obstruction evaluation and airport airspace analysis, determinations, and enforcement off airport property.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>Non-rulemaking analysis, determinations, and enforcement for proposed improvements on airport properties not associated with this subchapter, or off airport property.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>Land use determinations, compatibility planning, and airport layout plan review and approval (consistent with section 47107(x)) for projects not funded by amounts available under this subchapter.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>Nonaeronautical and special event recommendations and approvals.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>Instrument approach procedure evaluations and determinations.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content>Environmental review for projects not funded by amounts available under this subchapter.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>Review and approval of land leases, land releases, changes in on-airport land-use designation, and through-the-fence agreements.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07cefd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefd5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Distributions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">IIJA State Block Grant Program Administrative Funding</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefd6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefd7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall distribute administrative funding to assist States participating in the State block grant program under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47128">section 47128 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, with program implementation of airport infrastructure projects under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefd8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding source</inline>.—</heading><content>In distributing administrative funds to States under this subsection, the Secretary shall distribute such funds from the funds made available in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>) for personnel, contracting, and other costs to administer and oversee grants of the Airport Infrastructure Grants, Contract Tower Competitive Grant Program, and Airport Terminal Program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefd9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Administrative funds</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to administrative funds made available for fiscal years 2022 through 2026—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefdb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefdc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the amount of administrative funds available for distribution under paragraph (2) shall be an amount equal to a percentage determined by the Secretary, but not less than 2 percent, of the annual allocations provided under the heading “<headingText>AIRPORT INFRASTRUCTURE GRANTS</headingText>” under the heading “<headingText>FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION</headingText>” in title VIII of division J of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>) to non-primary airports participating in the State’s block grant program each fiscal year of the Airport Infrastructure Grant program;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefdd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>administrative funds distributed under paragraph (2) shall be used by such States to—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1264">138 STAT. 1264</page></chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>administer and oversee, as outlined in a memorandum of agreement or other agreement between the FAA and the State, all airport grant program funds provided under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>) to non-primary airports participating in the State’s block grant program, whether through direct allocation or through competitive selection; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefdf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>carry out the public purposes of supporting eligible and justified airport development and infrastructure projects as provided in the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>); and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefe0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefe1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>except as provided in paragraph (4), such administrative funds shall be distributed to such States through a cooperative agreement executed between the State and the FAA not later than December 1 of each fiscal year in which the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>) provides airport grant program funds.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefe2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefe3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefe4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefe5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Initial distribution</inline>.—</heading><content>With respect to administrative funds made available for fiscal years 2022 through 2024, funds available as of the date of enactment of this Act shall be distributed to States through a cooperative agreement executed between the State and the FAA not later than 30 days after such date of enactment.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07cefe6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General shall issue to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the Office of Airports of the FAA and the airport improvement program under subchapter I of chapter 471 and <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch475">chapter 475 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and include in such report a description of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefe7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the responsibilities of States participating in the block grant program under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47128">section 47128 of title 49, United States Code</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07cefe8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s720/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the impact of title VIII of division J of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>) and other Federal administrative funding sources on the ability of such States to disburse and administer airport improvement program funds.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e40155" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s721" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="721">SEC. 721. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07cefe9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p></sidenote><heading>INNOVATIVE FINANCING TECHNIQUES.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb07d3d0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47135">Section 47135 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d3d0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s721/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsections (a) and (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07d641c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d641d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary of Transportation may approve an application by an airport sponsor to use grants received under this subchapter for innovative financing techniques related to an airport development project that is located at an airport that is not a large hub airport.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d641e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Approval</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may approve not more than 30 applications described under paragraph (1) in a fiscal year.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07d641f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The purpose of grants made under this section shall be to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d6420-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>provide information on the benefits and difficulties of using innovative financing techniques for airport development projects;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d6421-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>lower the total cost of an airport development project; or<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1265">138 STAT. 1265</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d6422-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>expedite the delivery or completion of an airport development project without reducing safety or causing environmental harm.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d6423-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s721/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)(2)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d6424-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s721/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d6425-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s721/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (D) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d6426-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s721/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07d6427-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>any other techniques that the Secretary determines are consistent with the purposes of this section.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e40280" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s722" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="722">SEC. 722. </num><heading>LONG-TERM MANAGEMENT PLANS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb07d8b38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47136/c">Section 47136(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07d8b39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s722/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>applicants that will</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following: <quotedContent>“applicants that—<paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07db24a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>will”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07db24b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s722/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07db24c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s722/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb07db24d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>provide a long-term management plan for eligible vehicles and equipment that includes the existing and future infrastructure requirements of the airport related to such vehicles and equipment.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e40342" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="723">SEC. 723. </num><heading>ALTERNATIVE PROJECT DELIVERY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07e4e8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47142">Section 47142 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07e4e8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the section heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>Design-build contracting</b></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>Alternative project delivery</b></quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07e4e90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07e4e91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in the matter preceding paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07e4e92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Secretary of Transportation</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07e4e93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>award a design-build</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>award a covered project delivery</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07e4e94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>design-build</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>covered project delivery</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07e4e95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in paragraph (4) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>design-build contract will</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>covered project delivery contract is projected to</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07e4e96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07ec3c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07eead8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07eead9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Pilot Program</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeada-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07eeadb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Pilot program</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Secretary shall establish a pilot program under which the Administrator may award grants for integrated project delivery contracts, as described in subsection (d)(2), to carry out up to 5 building construction projects at airports in the United States with a grant awarded under section 47104.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeadc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeadd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07eeade-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><content>A sponsor of an airport may submit to the Secretary an application, in such time and manner and containing such information as the Secretary may require, to carry out a building construction project under the pilot program that would otherwise be eligible for assistance under this chapter.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1266">138 STAT. 1266</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeadf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Approval</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may approve the application of a sponsor of an airport submitted under paragraph (1) to authorize such sponsor to award an integrated project delivery contract using a selection process permitted under applicable State or local law if—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07eeae1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary approves the application using criteria established by the Secretary;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the integrated project delivery contract is in a form that is approved by the Secretary;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>the Secretary is satisfied that the contract will be executed pursuant to competitive procedures and contains a schematic design and any other material that the Secretary determines sufficient to approve the grant;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>the Secretary is satisfied that the use of an integrated project delivery contract will be cost effective and expedite the project;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>the Secretary is satisfied that there will be no conflict of interest; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content>the Secretary is satisfied that the contract selection process will be open, fair, and objective and that not less than 2 sets of proposals will be submitted for each team entity under the selection process.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reimbursement of costs</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may reimburse a sponsor of an airport for any design or construction costs incurred before a grant is made pursuant to this section if—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeae9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>the project funding is approved by the Secretary in advance;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeaea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the project is carried out in accordance with all administrative and statutory requirements under this chapter; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeaeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>the project is carried out under this chapter after a grant agreement has been executed.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeaec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Accounting</inline>.—</heading><content>Reimbursement of costs shall be based on transparent cost accounting or open book cost accounting.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07eeaed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered Project Delivery Contract Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term ‘<term>covered project delivery contract</term>’ means—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeaee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>an agreement that provides for both design and construction of a project by a contractor through alternative project delivery methods, including construction manager-at-risk and progressive design build; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeaef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau>a single contract for the delivery of a whole project that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeaf0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>includes, at a minimum, the sponsor, builder, and architect-engineer as parties that are subject to the terms of the contract;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeaf1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>aligns the interests of all the parties to the contract with respect to the project costs and project outcomes; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb07eeaf2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>includes processes to ensure transparency and collaboration among all parties to the contract relating to project costs and project outcomes.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07eeaf3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07eeaf4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the Secretary establishes the pilot program under section 47142(c) of title 49, United <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1267">138 STAT. 1267</page> States Code (as amended by subsection (a)), the Secretary shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on whether integrated project delivery or other covered project delivery contracts authorized under such section resulted in any project efficiencies.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07eeaf5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s723/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471">chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07eeaf6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb07eeaf7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 47101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 47142 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“47142. </designator> <label>Alternative project delivery.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e40670" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s724" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="724">SEC. 724. </num><heading>NONMOVEMENT AREA SURVEILLANCE SURFACE DISPLAY SYSTEMS PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47143/c">Section 47143(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 11, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>October 1, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e40689" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s725" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="725">SEC. 725. </num><heading>AIRPORT ACCESSIBILITY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb07f8738-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s725/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471/schI">Subchapter I of chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0804a89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="47145">“§ 47145.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804a8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804a8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Disabled persons.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804a8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47145">49 USC 47145</ref>.</p></sidenote> Pilot program for airport accessibility</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0804a8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary of Transportation shall establish and carry out a pilot program to award grants to sponsors to carry out capital projects to upgrade the accessibility of commercial service airports for individuals with disabilities by increasing the number of commercial service airports, airport terminals, or airport facilities that meet or exceed the standards and regulations under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s12131/etseq">42 U.S.C. 12131 et seq.</ref>) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (<ref href="/us/usc/t29/s701">29 U.S.C. 701 note</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0804a8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of Funds</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to paragraph (2), a sponsor shall use a grant awarded under this section—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>for a project to repair, improve, or relocate the infrastructure of an airport, airport terminal, or airport facility to increase accessibility for individuals with disabilities, or as part of a plan to increase accessibility for individuals with disabilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804a92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><chapeau>to develop or modify a plan (as described in subsection (e)) for a project that increases accessibility for individuals with disabilities, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804a94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><content>assessments of accessibility or assessments of planned modifications to an airport, airport terminal, or airport facility for passenger use, performed by the disability advisory committee of the recipient airport (if applicable), the protection and advocacy system for individuals with disabilities in the applicable State, a center for independent living, or a disability organization, including an advocacy or nonprofit organization that represents or provides services to individuals with disabilities; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>coordination by the disability advisory committee of the recipient airport with a protection and advocacy system, center for independent living, or such disability organization; or</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>to carry out any other project that meets or exceeds the standards and regulations described in subsection (a).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>Eligible costs for a project funded with a grant awarded under this section shall be limited to the costs associated with carrying out the purpose authorized under subsection (a).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1268">138 STAT. 1268</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0804a98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A sponsor may use a grant under this section to upgrade a commercial service airport that is accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>consistent with the current (as of the date of the upgrade) standards and regulations described in subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>even if the related service, program, or activity, when viewed in the entirely of the service, program, or activity, is readily accessible and usable as so described.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0804a9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Selection Criteria</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In making grants to sponsors under this section, the Secretary shall give priority to sponsors that are proposing—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>a capital project to upgrade the accessibility of a commercial service airport that is not accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities consistent with standards and regulations described in subsection (a); or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804a9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>to meet or exceed the Airports Council International accreditation under the Accessibility Enhancement Accreditation, through the incorporation of universal design principles.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0804a9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804a9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Accessibility Commitment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A sponsor that receives a grant under this section shall adopt a plan under which the sponsor commits to pursuing airport accessibility projects that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aa0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau>enhance the passenger experience and maximize accessibility of commercial service airports, airport terminals, or airport facilities for individuals with disabilities, including by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aa1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>upgrading bathrooms, counters, or pumping rooms;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aa2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>increasing audio and visual accessibility on information boards, security gates, or paging systems;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aa3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804aa4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><content>updating airport terminals to increase the availability of accessible seating and power outlets for durable medical equipment (such as powered wheelchairs);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aa5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804aa6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804aa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Websites.</p></sidenote><content>updating airport websites and other information communication technology to be accessible for individuals with disabilities; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>increasing the number of elevators, including elevators that move power wheelchairs to an aircraft;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>improve the operations of, provide efficiencies of service to, and enhance the use of commercial service airports for individuals with disabilities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0804aab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><content>establish a disability advisory committee if the airport is a small, medium, or large hub airport; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0804aac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>make improvements in personnel, infrastructure, and technology that can assist passenger self-identification regarding disability and needing assistance.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08071bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination With Disability Advocacy Entities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In administering grants under this section, the Secretary shall encourage—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08071be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>engagement with disability advocacy entities (such as the disability advisory committee of the sponsor) and a protection and advocacy system for individuals with disabilities in the applicable State, a center for independent living, or a disability organization, including an advocacy or nonprofit organization that represents or provides services to individuals with disabilities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08071bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08071c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><content>assessments of accessibility or assessments of planned modifications to commercial service airports to the extent merited by the scope of the capital project of the sponsor proposed <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1269">138 STAT. 1269</page> to be assisted under this section, taking into account any such assessment already conducted by the Federal Aviation Administration.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08071c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Federal Share of Costs</inline>.—</heading><content>The Government’s share of allowable project costs for a project carried out with a grant under this section shall be the Government’s share of allowable project costs specified under section 47109.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08071c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08071c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Center for independent living</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>center for independent living</term>’ has the meaning given such term in section 702 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (<ref href="/us/usc/t29/s796a">29 U.S.C. 796a</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08071c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Disability advisory committee</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>disability advisory committee</term>’ means a body of stakeholders (including airport staff, airline representatives, and individuals with disabilities) that provide to airports and appropriate transportation authorities input from individuals with disabilities, including identifying opportunities for removing barriers, expanding accessibility features, and improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities at airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08071c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Protection and advocacy system</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>protection and advocacy system</term>’ means a system established in accordance with section 143 of the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s15043">42 U.S.C. 15043</ref>).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08071c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08071c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter, for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028, the Secretary may use up to $20,000,000 of the amounts that would otherwise be used to make grants from the discretionary fund under section 47115 for each such fiscal year to carry out this section.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08071c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s725/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471/schI">subchapter I of chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08071c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08071ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 47101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 47144 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“47145. </designator> <label>Pilot program for airport accessibility.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e41037" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s726" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="726">SEC. 726. </num><heading>GENERAL AVIATION AIRPORT RUNWAY EXTENSION PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb080bfeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s726/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471/schI">Subchapter I of chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb081351c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="47146">“§ 47146.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb081351d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47146">49 USC 47146</ref>.</p></sidenote> General aviation program runway extension pilot program</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb081351e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb081351f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary of Transportation shall establish and carry out a pilot program to provide grants to general aviation airports to increase the usable runway length capability at such airports in order to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0813520-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>expand access to such airports for larger aircraft; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0813521-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>support the development and economic viability of such airports.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0813522-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Grants</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0813523-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For the purpose of carrying out the pilot program established in subsection (a), the Secretary shall make grants to not more than 2 sponsors of general aviation airports per fiscal year.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0813524-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of funds</inline>.—</heading><content>A sponsor of a general aviation airport shall use a grant awarded under this section to plan, design, or construct a project to extend an existing primary runway by not greater than 1,000 feet in order to accommodate large <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1270">138 STAT. 1270</page> turboprop or turbojet aircraft that cannot be accommodated with the existing runway length.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0813525-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0813526-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><content>To be eligible to receive a grant under this section, a sponsor of a general aviation airport shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such form, and containing such information as the Secretary may require.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Selection</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In selecting an applicant for a grant under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize projects that demonstrate that the existing runway length at the airport is—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>inadequate to support the near-term operations of 1 or more business entities operating at the airport as of the date of submission of such application;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>a direct aircraft operational impediment to airport economic viability, job creation or retention, or local economic development; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>not located within 20 miles of another National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems airport with comparable runway length.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0815c3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Project Justification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A project that demonstrates the criteria described in subsection (b) shall be considered a justified cost with respect to the pilot program, notwithstanding—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>any benefit-cost analysis required under section 47115(d); or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>a project justification determination described in section 3 of chapter 3 of FAA Order 5100.38D, Airport Improvement Program Handbook (dated September 30, 2014) (or any successor document).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0815c3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Federal Share</inline>.—</heading><content>The Government’s share of allowable project costs for a project carried out with a grant under this section shall be the Government’s share of allowable project costs specified under section 47109.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0815c3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0815c40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 5 years after the establishment of the pilot program under subsection (a), the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report that evaluates the pilot program, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>information regarding the level of applicant interest in grants for increasing runway length;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>the number of large aircraft that accessed each general aviation airport that received a grant under the pilot program in comparison to the number of such aircraft that accessed the airport prior to the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, based on data provided to the Secretary by the airport sponsor not later than 6 months before the submission date described in this subsection; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0815c43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>a description, provided to the Secretary by the airport sponsor not later than 6 months before the submission date described in this subsection, of the economic development opportunities supported by increasing the runway length at general aviation airports.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0815c44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0815c45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>For each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028, the Secretary may use funds under section 47116(b)(2) to carry out this section.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1271">138 STAT. 1271</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0815c46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s726/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471/schI">subchapter I of chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0815c47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0815c48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 47101.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 47145 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“47146. </designator> <label>General aviation airport runway extension pilot program.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e41259" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s727" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="727">SEC. 727. </num><heading>REPEAL OF OBSOLETE CRIMINAL PROVISIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47306">Section 47306 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and the item relating to such section in the analysis for chapter 473<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0815c49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0815c4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 47301.</p></sidenote> of such title, are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e41278" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="728">SEC. 728. </num><heading>TRANSFERS OF AIR TRAFFIC SYSTEMS ACQUIRED WITH AIP FUNDING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb081aa6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44502/e">Section 44502(e) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb081aa6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>An airport</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Subject to paragraph (4), an airport in a non-contiguous State</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb081aa6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb081aa6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb081aa6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; or</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb081aa70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following new subparagraph:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb081aa71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>a Medium Intensity Approach Lighting System with Runway Alignment Indicator Lights.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb081aa72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following new paragraph:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb081d183-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><content>The requirement under paragraph (1) that an eligible air traffic system or equipment be purchased in part using a Government airport aid program, airport development aid program, or airport improvement project grant shall not apply if the air traffic system or equipment is installed at an airport that is categorized as a basic or local general aviation airport under the most recently published national plan of integrated airport systems under section 47103.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb081d184-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s728/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb081d185-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44502">49 USC 44502 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The amendments made by this section shall take effect beginning on October 1, 2024.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e41387" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="729">SEC. 729. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb081d186-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NATIONAL PRIORITY SYSTEM FORMULAS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0821fa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0821fa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0821fa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0821faa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall review and update the National Priority System prioritization formulas contained in FAA Order 5090.5 to account for the amendments to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471">chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, made by this Act.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0821fab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In revising the formulas under subsection (a), the Secretary shall consult with representatives of the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0821fac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Primary airports, including large, medium, small, and nonhub airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0821fad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Non-primary airports, including general aviation airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0821fae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Airport trade associations, including trade associations representing airport executives.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0821faf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>State aviation officials, including associations representing such officials.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0821fb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Air carriers, including mainline, regional, and low-cost air carriers.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0821fb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Associations representing air carriers.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0821fb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s729/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priority Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>In revising the formulas under subsection (a), the Secretary shall assign the highest priority to projects <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1272">138 STAT. 1272</page> that increase or maintain the safety, efficiency, and capacity of the aviation system.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e41470" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s730" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="730">SEC. 730. </num><heading>MINORITY AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS PARTICIPATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0826dd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s730/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Findings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Congress finds the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0826dd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s730/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>While significant progress has occurred due to the establishment of the airport disadvantaged business enterprise program and the airport concessions disadvantaged business enterprise program under sections 47113 and 47107(e) of <ref href="/us/usc/t49">title 49, United States Code</ref>, respectively, discrimination and related barriers continue to pose significant obstacles for minority- and women-owned businesses seeking to do business in airport-related markets across the Nation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0826dd5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s730/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Congress has received and reviewed testimony and documentation of race and gender discrimination from numerous sources, including congressional hearings and roundtables, scientific reports, reports issued by public and private agencies, news stories, reports of discrimination by organizations and individuals, and discrimination lawsuits. Such testimony and documentation show that race- and gender-neutral efforts alone are insufficient to address the problem.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0826dd6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s730/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The testimony and documentation described in paragraph (2) demonstrate that race and gender discrimination pose a barrier to full and fair participation in airport-related businesses of women business owners and minority business owners in the racial groups detailed in parts 23 and 26 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t49">title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and has impacted firm development and other aspects of airport-related business in the public and private markets.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08294e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s730/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The testimony and documentation described in paragraph (2) provide a strong basis that there is a compelling need for the continuation of the airport disadvantaged business enterprise program and the airport concessions disadvantaged business enterprise program to address race and gender discrimination in airport-related business.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08294e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s730/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Supportive Services</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47113">Section 47113 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb082bbf9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Supportive Services</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bbfa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, in coordination with the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, may, at the request of an airport sponsor, provide assistance under a grant issued under this subchapter to develop, conduct, and administer training programs and assistance programs in connection with any airport improvement project subject to <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/pt26">part 26 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for small business concerns referred to in subsection (b) to achieve proficiency to compete, on an equal basis for contracts and subcontracts related to such projects.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bbfb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible entities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An entity eligible to receive assistance under this section is—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bbfc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>a State;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bbfd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>a political subdivision of a State or local government;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bbfe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>a Tribal government;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bbff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>an airport sponsor;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bc00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>a metropolitan planning organization;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1273">138 STAT. 1273</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bc01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>a group of entities described in subparagraphs (A) through (E); or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb082bc02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content>any other organization considered appropriate by the Secretary.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e41601" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s731" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="731">SEC. 731. </num><heading>EXTENSION OF PROVISION RELATING TO AIRPORT ACCESS ROADS IN REMOTE LOCATIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 162 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47102">49 U.S.C. 47102 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>, in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2018</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2024 through 2028</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e41620" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="732">SEC. 732. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb082e313-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47103">49 USC 47103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>POPULOUS COUNTIES WITHOUT AIRPORTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0830a24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary may not deny inclusion in the national plan of integrated airport systems maintained under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47103">section 47103 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, to an airport or proposed airport if the airport or proposed airport—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0830a25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>is located in the most populous county (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t1/s2">section 2 of title 1, United States Code</ref>) of a State that does not have an airport listed in the national plan;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0830a26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>has an airport sponsor that was established before January 1, 2017;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0833137-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>is located more than 15 miles away from another airport listed in the national plan;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0833138-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0833139-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>demonstrates how the airport will meet the operational activity required, through a forecast validated by the Secretary, within the first 10 years of operation;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083313a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>meets FAA airport design standards;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083313b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>submits a benefit-cost analysis;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083313c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb083313d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>presents a detailed financial plan to accomplish construction and ongoing maintenance; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083313e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s732/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>has the documented support of the State government for the entry of the airport or proposed airport into the national plan.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e41686" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="733">SEC. 733. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb083313f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0833140-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIP HANDBOOK UPDATE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb083cd81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall revise the Airport Improvement Program Handbook (FAA Order 5100.38D) (in this section referred to as the “AIP Handbook”) to account for legislative changes to the airport improvement program under subchapter I of chapter 471 and <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch475">chapter 475 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and to make such other changes as the Administrator determines necessary.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb083cd82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements Relating to Alaska</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In revising the AIP Handbook under subsection (a) (and in any subsequent revision), the Administrator, in consultation with the Governor of Alaska, shall identify and incorporate reasonable exceptions to the general requirements of the AIP Handbook to meet the unique circumstances, and advance the safety needs, of airports in Alaska, including with respect to the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Snow Removal Equipment Building size and configuration.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Expansion of lease areas.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Shared governmental use of airport equipment and facilities in remote locations.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1274">138 STAT. 1274</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd86-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>Ensuring the resurfacing or reconstruction of legacy runways to support—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>aircraft necessary to support critical health needs of a community;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>remote fuel deliveries; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>firefighting response.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>The use of runway end identifier lights at airports in Alaska.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb083cd8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>In revising the AIP Handbook under subsection (a), the Administrator shall include updates to reflect whether a light emitting diode system is an appropriate replacement for any existing halogen system.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb083cd8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public Comment</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb083cd8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb083cd8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall publish a draft revision of the AIP Handbook and make such draft available for public comment for a period of not less than 90 days.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>review all comments submitted during the public comment period described under paragraph (1);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>as the Administrator considers appropriate, incorporate changes based on such comments into the final revision of the Handbook; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>provide a response to all significant comments.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb083cd94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb083cd95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance letters.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interim Implementation of Changes</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in paragraph (2), not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue program guidance letters to provide for the interim implementation of amendments made by this Act to the Airport Improvement Program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb083cd97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s733/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Alaska exceptions</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date on which the Administrator identified reasonable exceptions under subsection (b), the Administrator, in consultation with the Regional Administrator of the FAA Alaskan Region, shall issue program guidance letters to provide for the interim application of such exceptions.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e41849" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="734">SEC. 734. </num><heading>GAO AUDIT OF AIRPORT FINANCIAL REPORTING PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08442c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08442c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08442ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Audit</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate an audit of the airport financial reporting program of the FAA and provide recommendations to the Administrator on improvements to such program.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08442cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the audit required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08442cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08442cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review relevant FAA guidance to airports, including the version of Advisory Circular 150/5100–19, titled “Operating and Financial Summary”, that is in effect on the date of enactment of this Act;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08442ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08442cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate the information requested or required by the Administrator from airports for completeness and usefulness by the FAA and the public;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08469e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08469e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess the costs associated with collecting, reporting, and maintaining such information for airports and the FAA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08469e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08469e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>determine if such information provided is—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08469e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>updated on a regular basis to make such information useful; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1275">138 STAT. 1275</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08469e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>audited and verified in an appropriate manner;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08469e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08469e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess if the Administrator has addressed the issues the Administrator discovered during the apportionment and disbursement of relief funds to airports under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (<ref href="/us/pl/116/136">Public Law 116–136</ref>) using inaccurate and aged airport financial data; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08469e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08469e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine whether the airport financial reporting program as structured as of the date of enactment of this Act provides value to the FAA, the aviation industry, or the public.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08469ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s734/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08469eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08469ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 months after the completion of the audit required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the findings of such audit and any recommendations provided to the Administrator to improve or alter the airport financial reporting program.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e41958" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="735">SEC. 735. </num><heading>GAO STUDY OF ONSITE AIRPORT GENERATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb084df1d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb084df1e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a study on the feasibility of installation and adoption of certain power generation property at airports which receive funding from the Federal Government.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb084df1f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb084df20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Content</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall examine—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>any safety impacts of the installation and operation of such power generation property, either in aggregate or around certain locations or structures at the airport;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>regulatory barriers to adoption;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>benefits to adoption;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>previous examples of adoptions;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>impacts on other entities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>previous examples of adoption and factors pertaining to previous examples of adoption, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>novel uses beyond supplemental power generation, such as expanding nonresidential property around airports to minimize noise, power generation resilience, and market forces;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>challenges identified in the installation process;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/6/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>upfront and long-term costs, both foreseen and unforeseen;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/6/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>funding sources used to pay for upfront costs; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb084df2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/b/6/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>long-term savings.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb084df2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb084df2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb084df2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the initiation of the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the results of the study and any recommendations based on such results.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb084df2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s735/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Power Generation Property Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>power generation property</term>” means equipment defined in section 48(a)(3)(A) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e42066" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s736" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="736">SEC. 736. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb084df30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examinations.</p></sidenote><heading>TRANSPORTATION DEMAND MANAGEMENT AT AIRPORTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0852c51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s736/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0852c52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0852c53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Study.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall conduct a study to examine the efficacy of transportation demand management strategies at United States airports.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0852c54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s736/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall examine, at a minimum—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1276">138 STAT. 1276</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0852c55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s736/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>whether transportation demand management strategies should be considered by airports when making infrastructure planning and construction decisions;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0852c56-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s736/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the impact of transportation demand management strategies on existing multimodal options to and from airports in the United States; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0852c57-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s736/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>best practices for developing transportation demand management strategies that can be used to improve access to airports for passengers and airport and airline personnel.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0852c58-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s736/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the study conducted under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on such study.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0852c59-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s736/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transportation Demand Management Strategy Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>transportation demand management strategy</term>” means the use of planning, programs, policy, marketing, communications, incentives, pricing, data, and technology to optimize travel modes, routes used, departure times, and number of trips.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e42133" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s737" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="737">SEC. 737. </num><heading>COASTAL AIRPORTS ASSESSMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0857a7a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s737/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0857a7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the United States Army Corps of Engineers, and the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, shall initiate an assessment on the resiliency of airports in coastal or flood-prone areas of the United States.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0857a7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s737/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The assessment required under subsection (a) shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0857a7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s737/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0857a7e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><content>examine the impact of hazardous weather and other environmental factors that pose risks to airports in coastal or flood-prone areas; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0857a7f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s737/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0857a80-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>identify and evaluate initiatives and best practices to prevent and mitigate the impacts of factors described in paragraph (1) on airports in coastal or flood-prone areas.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0857a81-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s737/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Upon completion of the assessment, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives a report on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0857a82-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s737/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the results of the assessment required under subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0857a83-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s737/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0857a84-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0857a85-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations for legislative or administrative action to improve the resiliency of airports in coastal or flood-prone areas in the United States.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e42199" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s738" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="738">SEC. 738. </num><heading>AIRPORT INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb085a196-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47134/b">Section 47134(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb085c8a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Benefit-cost analysis</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb085c8a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb085c8a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Prior to approving an application submitted under subsection (a), the Secretary may require a benefit-cost analysis.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb085c8aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Finding</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If a benefit-cost analysis is required, the Secretary shall issue a preliminary and conditional finding, which shall—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb085c8ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb085c8ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><content>be issued not later than 60 days after the date on which the sponsor submits all information required by the Secretary;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1277">138 STAT. 1277</page></content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb085c8ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>be based upon a collaborative review process that includes the sponsor or a representative of the sponsor;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb085c8ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>not constitute the issuance of a Federal grant or obligation to issue a grant under this chapter or other provision of law; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb085c8af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>not constitute any other obligation on the part of the Federal Government until the conditions specified in the final benefit-cost analysis are met.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e42273" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="739">SEC. 739. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb085c8b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>SPECIAL RULE FOR RECLASSIFICATION OF CERTAIN UNCLASSIFIED AIRPORTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb086b311-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Request for Reclassification</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b312-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than September 30, 2024, a privately owned reliever airport (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47102">section 47102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>) that is identified as unclassified in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems of the FAA titled “National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) 2023–2027”, published on September 30, 2022 may submit to the Secretary a request to reclassify the airport according to the criteria used to classify a publicly owned airport.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b313-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In submitting a request under paragraph (1), a privately owned reliever airport shall include the following information:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b314-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb086b315-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Statement.</p></sidenote><content>A sworn statement and accompanying documentation that demonstrates how the airport would satisfy the requirements of FAA Order 5090.5, titled “Formulation of the NPIAS and ACIP” (or any successor guidance), to be classified as “Local” or “Basic” if the airport was publicly owned.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b316-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb086b317-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><chapeau>A report that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb086b318-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/a/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>identifies the role of the airport to the aviation system; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb086b319-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/a/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>describes the long-term fiscal viability of the airport based on demonstrated aeronautical activity and associated revenues relative to ongoing operating and maintenance costs.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb086b31a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibility Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b31b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb086b31c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after receiving a request from a privately owned reliever airport under subsection (a), the Secretary shall perform an eligibility review with respect to the airport, including an assessment of the safety, security, capacity, access, compliance with Federal grant assurances, and protection of natural resources of the airport and the quality of the environment, as prescribed by the Secretary.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b31d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public sponsor</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In performing the eligibility review under paragraph (1), the Secretary—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b31e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb086b31f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><content>may require the airport requesting reclassification to provide information regarding the outlook (whether positive or negative) for obtaining a public sponsor; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b320-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>may not require the airport to obtain a public sponsor.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb086b321-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reclassification by Secretary</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1278">138 STAT. 1278</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b322-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb086b323-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 60 days after receiving a request from a privately owned reliever airport under subsection (a)(1), the Secretary shall grant such request if the following criteria are met:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b324-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The request includes the required information under subsection (a)(2).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b325-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>The privately owned reliever airport, to the satisfaction of the Secretary—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb086b326-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>passes the eligibility review performed under subsection (b); or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb086b327-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>submits a corrective action plan in accordance with paragraph (2).</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b328-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb086b329-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Corrective action plan</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to a privately owned reliever airport that does not, to the satisfaction of the Secretary, pass the eligibility review performed under subsection (b), the Secretary shall provide notice of disapproval to such airport not later than 60 days after receiving the request under subsection (a)(1), and such airport may resubmit to the Secretary a reclassification request along with a corrective action plan that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b32a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>resolves any shortcomings identified in such eligibility review; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b32b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>proves that any necessary corrective action has been completed by the airport.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb086b32c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Date</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The reclassification of any privately owned reliever airport under this section shall take effect not later than—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b32d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>October 1, 2025, for any request granted under subsection (c)(1); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb086b32e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s739/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>October 1, 2026, for any request granted after the submission of a corrective action plan under subsection (c)(2).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e42463" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s740" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="740">SEC. 740. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb086b32f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading>PERMANENT SOLAR POWERED TAXIWAY EDGE LIGHTING SYSTEMS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall produce an engineering brief that describes the acceptable use of permanent solar powered taxiway edge lighting systems at regional, local, and basic general aviation airports (as categorized in the most recent National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems of the FAA titled “National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) 2023–2027”, published on September 30, 2022).</content></section> <section id="d9133e42474" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s741" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="741">SEC. 741. </num><heading>SECONDARY RUNWAYS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In approving grants for projects with funds made available pursuant to title VIII of division J of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>) under the heading “<headingText>Federal Aviation Administration—Airport Infrastructure Grants</headingText>”, the Administrator shall consider permitting a nonhub or small hub airport to use such funds to extend secondary runways, notwithstanding the level of operational activity at such airport.</content></section> <section id="d9133e42484" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s742" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="742">SEC. 742. </num><heading>INCREASING ENERGY EFFICIENCY OF AIRPORTS AND MEETING CURRENT AND FUTURE ENERGY POWER DEMANDS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0872860-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s742/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47140">Section 47140 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1279">138 STAT. 1279</page> <quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0877681-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="47140">“§ 47140.</num><heading class="fontsize12"> Meeting current and future energy power demand</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0877682-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary of Transportation shall establish a program under which the Secretary shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0877683-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau>encourage the sponsor of each public-use airport to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0877684-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0877685-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><chapeau>conduct airport planning that assesses the airport’s—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0877686-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau>current and future energy power requirements, including—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0877687-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>heating and cooling;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0877688-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>on-road airport vehicles and ground support equipment;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0877689-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">“(III) </num><content>gate electrification;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb087768a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content>electric aircraft charging; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb087768b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="V">“(V) </num><chapeau>vehicles and equipment used to transport passengers and employees between the airport and—</chapeau><item class="fontsize10" id="yb087768c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658130"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content>nearby facilities owned or controlled by the airport or which otherwise directly support the functions or services provided by the airport; or</content></item> <item class="fontsize10" id="yb0879d9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658130"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content>an intermodal surface transportation facility adjacent to the airport; and</content></item> </subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0879d9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>existing energy infrastructure condition, location, and capacity, including base load and backup power, to meet the current and future electrical power demand as identified in this subparagraph; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0879d9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>conduct airport development to improve energy efficiency, increase peak load savings at the airport, and meet future electrical power demands as identified in subparagraph (A); and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0879da0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0879da1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reimbursement.</p></sidenote><content>reimburse the airport sponsor for the costs incurred in conducting the assessment under paragraph (1)(A).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0879da2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Grants</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall make grants to airport sponsors from amounts made available under section 48103 to assist such sponsors that have completed the assessment described in subsection (a)(1)—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0879da3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>to acquire or construct equipment that will improve energy efficiency at the airport; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0879da4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>to pursue an airport development project described in subsection (a)(1)(B).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0879da5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0879da6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0879da7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application</inline>.—</heading><content>To be eligible for a grant under paragraph (1), the sponsor of a public-use airport shall submit an application, including a certification that no safety projects are being deferred by requesting a grant under this section, to the Secretary at such time, in such manner, and containing such information as the Secretary may require.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0879da8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s742/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471">chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0879da9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0879daa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 47101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 47140 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“47140. </designator> <label>Meeting current and future energy power demand.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e42666" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="743">SEC. 743. </num><heading>REVIEW OF AIRPORT LAYOUT PLANS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb087ebcb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08812dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 163 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107">49 U.S.C. 47107 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08812dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (a) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08812de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><content>[Reserved].”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08812df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1280">138 STAT. 1280</page> <quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08812e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><content>[Reserved].”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08812e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airport Layout Plan Approval Authority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107">Section 47107 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08812e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)(16)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08812e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (B) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb08812e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08812e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08812e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Approval.</p></sidenote><content>subject to subsection (x), the Secretary will review and approve or disapprove the plan and any revision or modification of the plan before the plan, revision, or modification takes effect;”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08812e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (C)(i) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subparagraph (B)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (x)</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08812e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s743/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0886109-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="x">“(x) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope of Airport Layout Plan Review and Approval Authority of Secretary</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb088610a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority over projects on land acquired without federal assistance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of subsection (a)(16)(B), with respect to any project proposed on land acquired by an airport owner or operator without Federal assistance, the Secretary may review and approve or disapprove only the portions of the plan (or any subsequent revision to the plan) that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb088610b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>materially impact the safe and efficient operation of aircraft at, to, or from the airport;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb088610c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>adversely affect the safety of people or property on the ground as a result of aircraft operations; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb088610d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>adversely affect the value of prior Federal investments to a significant extent.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb088610e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation on non-aeronautical review</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb088610f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may not require an airport to seek approval for (including in the submission of an airport layout plan), or directly or indirectly regulate or place conditions on (including through any grant assurance), any project that is not subject to paragraph (1).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0886110-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review and approval authority</inline>.—</heading><content>If only a portion of a project proposed by an airport owner or operator is subject to the review and approval of the Secretary under subsection (a)(16)(B), the Secretary shall not extend review and approval authority to other non-aeronautical portions of the project.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0886111-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notice</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0886112-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>An airport owner or operator shall submit to the Secretary a notice of intent to proceed with a proposed project (or a portion thereof) that is outside of the review and approval authority of the Secretary, as described in this subsection, if the project was not on the most recently submitted airport layout plan of the airport.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0886113-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0886114-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Failure to object</inline>.—</heading><content>If not later than 45 days after receiving the notice of intent described in subparagraph (A), the Secretary fails to object to such notice, the proposed project (or portion thereof) shall be deemed as being outside the scope of the review and approval authority of the Secretary under subsection (a)(16)(B).”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1281">138 STAT. 1281</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e42889" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="744">SEC. 744. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0886115-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44718">49 USC 44718 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROTECTION OF SAFE AND EFFICIENT USE OF AIRSPACE AT AIRPORTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0892466-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0892467-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0892468-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airspace Review Process Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall consider the following additional factors in the evaluation of cumulative impacts when making a determination of hazard or no hazard, or objection or no objection, as applicable, under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt77">part 77 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, regarding proposed construction or alteration within 3 miles of the runway ends and runway centerlines (as depicted in the FAA-approved Airport Layout Plan of the airport) on any land not owned by any such airport:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0892469-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The accumulation and spacing of structures or other obstructions that might constrain radar or communication capabilities, thereby reducing the capacity of an airport, flight procedure minimums or availability, or aircraft takeoff or landing capabilities.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb089246a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Safety risks of lasers, lights, or light sources, inclusive of lighted billboards and screens, affixed to structures, that may pose hazards to air navigation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb089246b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Water features or hazardous wildlife attractants, as defined by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb089246c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Impacts to visual flight rule traffic patterns for both fixed and rotary wing aircraft, inclusive of special visual flight rule procedures established by Letters of Agreement between air traffic facilities, the airport, and flight operators.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb089246d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Impacts to FAA-funded airport improvement projects, improvements depicted on or described in FAA-approved Airport Layout Plans and master plans, and preservation of the navigable airspace necessary for achieving the objectives and utilization of the projects and plans.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb089246e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb089246f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required Information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A notice submitted under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt77">part 77 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, shall include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0892470-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Actual designs of an entire project and property, without regard to whether a proposed construction or alteration within 3 miles of the end of a runway of an airport and runway centerlines as depicted in the FAA-approved Airport Layout Plan of the airport is limited to a singular location on a property.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0892471-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>If there are any changes to such designs or addition of equipment, such as cranes used to construct a building, after submission of such a notice, all information included with the notice submitted before such change or addition shall be resubmitted, along with information regarding the change or addition.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0892472-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0892473-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Expiration</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0892474-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Unless extended, revised, or terminated, each determination of no hazard issued by the Administrator under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt77">part 77 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, shall expire 18 months after the effective date of the determination, or on the date the proposed construction or alteration is abandoned, whichever is earlier.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0892475-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">After expiration</inline>.—</heading><content>Determinations under paragraph (1) are no longer valid with regard to whether a proposed construction or alteration would be a hazard to air navigation after such determination has expired.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0892476-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority to Consolidate OEI Surface Criteria</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may develop a single set of One Engine Inoperative <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1282">138 STAT. 1282</page> surface criteria that is specific to an airport.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0892477-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote> The Administrator shall consult with the airport operator and flight operators that use such airport, on the development of such surface criteria.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0892478-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Development of Policies to Protect OEI Surfaces</inline>.—</heading><content>Not<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0892479-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb089247a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote> later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress regarding the status of the efforts of the FAA to protect One Engine Inoperative surfaces from encroachment at United States certificated and federally obligated airports, including the current status of efforts to incorporate such protections into FAA Obstruction Evaluation/Airport Airspace Analysis processes.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb089247b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority to Consult With Other Agencies</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may consult with other Federal, State, or local agencies as necessary to carry out the requirements of this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb089247c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s744/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall only apply to an airport in a county adjacent to 2 States with converging intersecting cross runway operations within 12 nautical miles of an Air Force base.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43054" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="745">SEC. 745. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb089247d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44504">49 USC 44504 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ELECTRIC AIRCRAFT INFRASTRUCTURE PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb089729e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may establish a pilot program under which airport sponsors may use funds made available under chapter 471 or <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48103">section 48103 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, for use at up to 10 airports to carry out—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb089729f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>activities associated with the acquisition, by purchase or lease, operation, and installation of equipment to support the operations of electric aircraft, including interoperable electric vehicle charging equipment; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08972a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>the construction or modification of infrastructure to facilitate the delivery of power or services necessary for the use of electric aircraft, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08972a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>on airport utility upgrades; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08972a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>associated design costs.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08972a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A public-use airport is eligible for participation in the pilot program under this section if the Secretary finds that funds made available under subsection (a) would support—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08972a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>electric aircraft operators at such airport, or using such airport; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08972a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>electric aircraft operators planning to operate at such airport with an associated agreement in place.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08972a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s745/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The pilot program established under subsection (a) shall terminate on October 1, 2028.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43125" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s746" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="746">SEC. 746. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08999b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CURB MANAGEMENT PRACTICES.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb08999b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Nothing in this Act shall be construed to prevent airports from—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08999b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s746/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>engaging in curb management practices, including determining and assigning curb designations and regulations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08999ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s746/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>installing and maintaining upon any of the roadways or parts of roadways as many curb zones as necessary to aid in the regulation, control, and inspection of passenger loading and unloading; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08999bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s746/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>enforcing curb zones using sensor, camera, automated license plate recognition, and software technologies and issuing citations by mail to the registered owner of the vehicle.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e43153" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s747" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="747">SEC. 747. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb089c0cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NOTICE OF FUNDING OPPORTUNITY.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Notwithstanding <ref href="/us/cfr/t2/pt200">part 200 of title 2, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, or any other provision of law, funds made available as part <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1283">138 STAT. 1283</page> of the Airport Improvement Program under subchapter I of chapter 471 or <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch475">chapter 475 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, shall not be subject to any public notice of funding opportunity requirement.</content></section> <section id="d9133e43174" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s748" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="748">SEC. 748. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb089c0cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47115">49 USC 47115 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RUNWAY SAFETY PROJECTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb089c0ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In awarding grants under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47115">section 47115 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, for runway safety projects, the Administrator shall, to the maximum extent practicable—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb089c0cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s748/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>reduce unnecessary or undesirable project segmentation; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb089e7e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s748/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>complete the entire project in an expeditious manner.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e43199" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s749" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="749">SEC. 749. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb089e7e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44502">49 USC 44502 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRPORT DIAGRAM TERMINOLOGY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08a0ef2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s749/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08a0ef3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall update Airport Diagram Order JO 7910.4 and any related advisory circulars, policy, and guidance to ensure the clear and consistent use of terms to delineate the types of parking available to general aviation pilots.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08a0ef4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s749/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Collaboration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall collaborate with industry stakeholders, commercial service airports, and general aviation airports in—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08a0ef5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s749/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>facilitating basic standardization of general aviation parking terms;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08a0ef6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s749/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>accounting for the majority of uses of general aviation parking terms; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08a0ef7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s749/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>providing clarity for chart users.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08a0ef8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s749/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">IAC Specifications</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall encourage the Interagency Air Committee to incorporate the terms developed pursuant to subsection (a) in publications produced by the Committee.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43254" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s750" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="750">SEC. 750. </num><heading>GAO STUDY ON FEE TRANSPARENCY BY FIXED BASED OPERATORS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08a5d19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s750/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study reviewing the efforts of fixed based operators to meet their commitments to improve the online transparency of prices and fees for all aircraft and enhancing the customer experience for general and business aviation users.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08a5d1a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s750/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08a5d1b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study described in subsection (a), the Comptroller General, at a minimum, should evaluate the fixed based operator industry commitment to “Know Before You Go” best business practices including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08a5d1c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s750/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>fixed based operators provisions for all general aviation and business aircraft types regarding a description of available services and a listing of applicable retail fuel prices, fees, and charges;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08a5d1d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s750/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the accessibility of fees and charges described in paragraph (1) to aircraft operators on-line and in a user-friendly manner and with sufficient clarity that a pilot operating a particular aircraft type can determine what will be charged;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08a5d1e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s750/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>efforts by fixed based operators to invite and encourage customers to contact them so that operators can ask questions, know any options, and make informed decisions; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08a5d1f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s750/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>any practices imposed by an airport operator that prevent fixed based operators from fully disclosing fees and charges.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08a5d20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s750/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report Required</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1284">138 STAT. 1284</page> to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the results of the review required under this section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43313" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s751" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="751">SEC. 751. </num><heading>MINORITY AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS PARTICIPATION.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb08a8431-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 157(b)(2) of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47113">49 U.S.C. 47113 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb08a8432-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08a8433-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08a8434-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08a8435-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08a8436-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publishing data</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary of Transportation shall report on a publicly accessible website the uniform report of DBE awards/commitments and payments specified in <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/pt26">part 26 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and the uniform report of ACDBE Participation for non-car rental and car rental concessions, for each airport sponsor beginning with fiscal year 2025.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e43354" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s752" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="752">SEC. 752. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08a8437-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47106">49 USC 47106 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN RUNWAY LENGTH REQUIREMENTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the Secretary may not require an airport to shorten the length or width of the runway, apron, or taxiway of the airport as a condition for the receipt of federal financial assistance if the airport directly supports a base of the United States Air Force or the Air National Guard at the airport, regardless of the stationing of military aircraft.</content></section> <section id="d9133e43367" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s753" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="753">SEC. 753. </num><heading>REPORT ON INDO-PACIFIC AIRPORTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb08ad258-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of State, shall submit to Congress a report on airports of strategic importance in the Indo-Pacific region that includes each of the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ad259-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s753/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>An identification of airports and air routes critical to national security, defense operations, emergency response, and continuity of government activities.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ad25a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s753/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ad25b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>An assessment of the economic impact and contribution of airports and air routes to national and regional economies.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ad25c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s753/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ad25d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>An evaluation of the connectivity and accessibility of airports and air routes, including their importance in supporting domestic and international travel, trade, and tourism.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ad25e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s753/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ad25f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>An analysis of infrastructure and technological requirements necessary to maintain and enhance the strategic importance of identified airports and air routes.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ad260-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s753/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>An identification of potential vulnerabilities, risks, and challenges faced by airports and air routes of strategic importance, including cybersecurity threats and physical infrastructure vulnerabilities.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ad261-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s753/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ad262-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ad263-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>Any recommendations for improving the security, resilience, and efficiency of the identified airports and air routes, including potential infrastructure investments and policy changes.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e43419" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s754" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="754">SEC. 754. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ad264-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Foreign countries.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ad265-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading>GAO STUDY ON IMPLEMENTATION OF GRANTS AT CERTAIN AIRPORTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Comptroller General shall conduct a study on the implementation of grants provided to airports located in the Republic of the Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and Republic of Palau under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47115/i">section 47115(i) of title 49, United States Code</ref> and submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of such study.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1285">138 STAT. 1285</page></content></section> <section id="d9133e43436" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s755" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="755">SEC. 755. </num><heading>GAO STUDY ON TRANSIT ACCESS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08af976-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s755/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08af977-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall conduct a study on transit access to airports and submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of such study.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08af978-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s755/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08b2089-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review public transportation access to commercial service airports throughout the United States, including accessibility and other potential barriers for individuals.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43465" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="756">SEC. 756. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08b208a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">California.</p></sidenote><heading>BANNING MUNICIPAL AIRPORT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08b6eab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The United States, acting through the Administrator, shall release the City of Banning, California, from all restrictions, conditions, and limitations on the use, encumbrance, conveyance, and closure of the Banning Municipal Airport, as described in the most recent airport layout plan approved by the FAA, to the extent such restrictions, conditions, and limitations are enforceable by the Administrator.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08b6eac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08b6ead-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The release under subsection (a) shall not be executed before the City of Banning, California, or its designee, transfers to the United States Government the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08b6eae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08b6eaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reimbursement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08b6eb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>A reimbursement for 1983 grant the City of Banning, California received from the FAA for the purchase of 20 acres of land, at an amount equal to the fair market value for the highest and best use of the Banning Municipal Airport property determined in good faith by 2 independent and qualified real estate appraisers and an independent review appraiser on or after the date of the enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08b6eb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>An amount equal to the unamortized portion of any Federal development grants other than land paid to the City of Banning for use at the Banning Municipal Airport, which may be paid with, and shall be an allowable use of, airport revenue notwithstanding section 47107 or 47133 of <ref href="/us/usc/t49">title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08b6eb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>For no consideration, all airport and aviation-related equipment of the Banning Municipal Airport owned by the City of Banning and determined by the FAA or the Department of Transportation of the State of California to be salvageable for use at other airports.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08b6eb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the applicability of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08b6eb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the requirements and processes under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46319">section 46319 of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08b6eb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the requirements under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08b6eb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the requirements and processes under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt157">part 157 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08b95c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s756/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the public notice requirements under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107/h/2">section 47107(h)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43563" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="757">SEC. 757. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08b95c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DISPUTED CHANGES OF SPONSORSHIP AT FEDERALLY OBLIGATED, PUBLICLY OWNED AIRPORT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08c3209-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Approval Authority</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c320a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to paragraph (2), in the case of a disputed change of airport sponsorship, the Administrator shall have the sole legal authority to approve any change in the sponsorship of, or operational responsibility for, the airport <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1286">138 STAT. 1286</page> from the airport sponsor of record to another public or private entity.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c320b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exclusion</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall not apply to a change of sponsorship or ownership of a privately-owned airport, a transfer under the Airport Investment Partnership Program, a change when the Federal Government exercises a right of reverter, or a change that is not disputed.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08c320c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conditions for Approval</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c320d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08c320e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notices.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to paragraphs (2) and (3), the Administrator shall not approve any disputed change of airport sponsorship unless the Administrator receives—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c320f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>written documentation from the airport sponsor of record consenting to the change in sponsorship or operation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c3210-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>notice of a final, non-reviewable judicial decision requiring such change; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c3211-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08c3212-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>notice of a legally-binding agreement between the parties involved.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c3213-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Pending judicial review</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may not evaluate or approve a disputed change of airport sponsorship where a legal dispute is pending before a court of competent jurisdiction.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c3214-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c3215-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any State or local legislative body or public agency considering whether to take an action (including by drafting legislation) that would impact the ownership, sponsorship, governance, or operations of a federally obligated, publicly owned airport may request from the Administrator, at any point in the deliberative process—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb08c3216-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/3/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>technical assistance regarding the interrelationship between Federal and State or local requirements applicable to any such action; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb08c3217-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/3/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>review and comment on such action.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c3218-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Failure to seek technical assistance</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may deny a change in the ownership, sponsorship, or governance of, or operational responsibility for, a federally obligated, publicly owned airport if a State or local legislative body or public agency does not seek technical assistance under subparagraph (A) with respect to such change.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08c3219-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08c321a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08c321b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final Decision Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>In addition to the conditions outlined in subsection (b), the Administrator shall independently determine whether the proposed sponsor or operator is able to satisfy Federal requirements for airport sponsorship or operation and shall ensure, by requiring whatever terms and conditions the Administrator determines necessary, that any change in the ownership, sponsorship, or governance of, or operational responsibility for, a federally obligated, publicly owned airport is consistent with existing Federal law, regulations, existing grant assurances, and Federal land conveyance obligations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08c321c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s757/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of Disputed Change of Airport Sponsorship</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>disputed change of airport sponsorship</term>” means any action that seeks to change the ownership, sponsorship, or governance of, or operational responsibility for, a federally obligated, publicly owned airport, including any such change directed by judicial action or State or local legislative action, where <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1287">138 STAT. 1287</page> the airport sponsor of record initially does not consent to such change.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43713" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s758" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="758">SEC. 758. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08c321d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO FAA MULTIMODAL PROJECTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08c592e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s758/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any multimodal airport development project that uses grant funding from funds made available to the Administrator to carry out <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471/schI">subchapter I of chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, or airport infrastructure projects under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/58">Public Law 117–58</ref>) shall abide by the procurement regulations applicable to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c592f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s758/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the FAA; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08c5930-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s758/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>subject to subsection (b), the component of the project relating to transit, highway, or rail, respectively.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08c5931-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s758/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08c5932-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Multiple Component Projects</inline>.—</heading><content>In the case of a multimodal airport development project described in subsection (a) that involves more than 1 component described in paragraph (2) of such subsection, such project shall only be required to apply the procurement regulations applicable to the component where the greatest amount of Federal financial assistance will be expended.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43762" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="759">SEC. 759. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08c7f43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Arizona.</p></sidenote><heading>BUCKEYE 940 RELEASE OF DEED RESTRICTIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08ccd64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Purpose</inline>.—</heading><content>The purpose of this section is to authorize the Secretary to issue a Deed of Release from all terms, conditions, reservations, restrictions, and obligations contained in the Quitclaim Deed and to permit the State of Arizona to deposit all proceeds of the disposition of Buckeye 940 in the appropriate fund for the benefit of the beneficiaries of the Arizona State Land Trust.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08ccd65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Release of Any and All Interest in Buckeye 940</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ccd66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the United States, acting through the Secretary, shall issue to the State of Arizona a Deed of Release to release all terms, conditions, reservations, restrictions, and obligations contained in the Quitclaim Deed, including any and all reversionary interest of the United States in Buckeye 940.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ccd67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Terms and conditions</inline>.—</heading><content>The Deed of Release described in paragraph (1) shall be subject to such additional terms and conditions, consistent with such paragraph, as the Secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the United States.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ccd68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">No restriction on use of proceeds</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the State of Arizona may dispose of Buckeye 940 and any proceeds thereof, including proceeds already collected by the State and held in a suspense account, without regard to any restriction imposed by the Quitclaim Deed or by <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s155.7">section 155.7 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ccd69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Mineral reservation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Deed of Release described in paragraph (1) shall include the release of all interests of the United States to the mineral rights on Buckeye 940 included in the Quitclaim Deed.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08ccd6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ccd6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/c/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Buckeye 940</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>Buckeye 940</term>” means all of section 12, T.1 N., R.3 W. and all of adjoining fractional section 7, T.1 N., R.2 W., Gila and Salt River Meridian, Arizona, which property was the subject of the Quitclaim Deed between the United States and the State of Arizona, dated July 11, <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1288">138 STAT. 1288</page> 1949, and which is currently owned by the State of Arizona and held in trust for the beneficiaries of the Arizona State Land Trust.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ccd6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s759/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Quitclaim deed</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>Quitclaim Deed</term>” means the Quitclaim Deed between the United States and the State of Arizona, dated July 11, 1949.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43858" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="760">SEC. 760. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ccd6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>WASHINGTON, DC METROPOLITAN AREA SPECIAL FLIGHT RULES AREA.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08d429e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Submission of Study to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Secretary of Defense, shall submit to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation and the Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs of the Senate and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Homeland Security of the House of Representatives a study on the Special Flight Rules Area and the Flight Restricted Zone under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt93/sptV">subpart V of part 93 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08d429f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08d42a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents of Study</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the study under subsection (a), the Administrator shall assess specific proposed changes to the Special Flight Rules Area and the Flight Restricted Zone that will decrease operational impacts and improve general aviation access to airports in the National Capital Region that are currently impacted by the Special Flight Rules Area and the Flight Restricted Zone.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08d42a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall provide to the committees of Congress described in subsection (a) a briefing on the feasibility (including any associated costs) of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08d42a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>installing equipment that allows a pilot to communicate with air traffic control using a very high frequency radio for the purposes of receiving an instrument flight rules clearance, activating a DC FRZ flight plan, or activating a DC SFRA flight plan (as applicable) at—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08d42a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>non-towered airports in the Flight Restricted Zone; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08d42a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>airports in the Special Flight Rules Area that do not have the communications equipment described in this paragraph;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08d42a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>allowing a pilot approved by the Transportation Security Administration in accordance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s1562.3">section 1562.3 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to electronically file a DC FRZ flight plan or instrument flight rules flight plan that departs from, or arrives at, an airport in the Flight Restricted Zone; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08d42a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>allowing a pilot to electronically file a standard very high frequency radio flight plan that departs from, or arrives at, an airport in the Special Flight Rules Area or Flight Restricted Zone.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08d42a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08d42a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">DC frz flight plan; dc sfra flight plan</inline>.—</heading><content>The terms “DC FRZ flight plan” and “DC SFRA flight plan” have the meanings given such terms in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s93.335">section 93.335 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08d42a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s760/d/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Standard vfr flight plan</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>standard VFR flight plan</term>” means a VFR flight plan (as such term is described <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1289">138 STAT. 1289</page> in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s91.153">section 91.153 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) that includes search and rescue services.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e43967" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="761">SEC. 761. </num><heading>STUDY ON AIR CARGO OPERATIONS IN PUERTO RICO.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08db7da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08db7db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>No later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall conduct a study on air cargo operations in Puerto Rico.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08db7dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall address the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08db7dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The economic impact of waivers authorized by the Secretary related to air cargo operations in Puerto Rico.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08db7de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Recommendations for security measures that may be necessary to support increased air cargo operations in Puerto Rico.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08db7df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Potential need for additional staff to safely accommodate additional air cargo operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08db7e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Airport infrastructure improvements that may be needed in the 3 international airports located in Puerto Rico to support increased air cargo operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08db7e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Alternatives to increase private stakeholder engagement and use of the 3 international airports in Puerto Rico to attract increased air cargo operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08db7e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Possible national benefits of increasing air cargo operations in Puerto Rico.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08db7e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s761/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the study described in subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e44033" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="762">SEC. 762. </num><heading>PROGRESS REPORTS ON THE NATIONAL TRANSITION PLAN RELATED TO A FLUORINE-FREE FIREFIGHTING FOAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08e2d14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e2d15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and every 180 days thereafter until the progress report termination date described in subsection (c), the Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency and the Secretary of Defense, shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a progress report on the development and implementation of a national transition plan related to a fluorine-free firefighting foam that meets the performance standards referenced in chapter 6 of the advisory circular of the FAA titled “Aircraft Fire Extinguishing Agents”, issued on July 8, 2004 (Advisory Circular 150/5210–6D) and is acceptable under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s139.319/l">section 139.319(l) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for use at part 139 airports.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08e2d16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e2d17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required Information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each progress report under subsection (a) shall include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e2d18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e2d19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p></sidenote><chapeau>An assessment of the progress made by the FAA with respect to providing part 139 airports with—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e2d1a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>guidance from the Environmental Protection Agency on acceptable environmental limits relating to fluorine-free firefighting foam;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e2d1b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>guidance from the Department of Defense on the transition of the Department of Defense to a fluorine-free firefighting foam;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e2d1c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>best practices for the decontamination of existing aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles, systems, and other equipment used to deploy firefighting foam at part 139 airports; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1290">138 STAT. 1290</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e2d1d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e2d1e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Timelines.</p></sidenote><content>timelines for the release of policy and guidance relating to the development of implementation plans for part 139 airports to obtain approved military specification products and firefighting personnel training.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e2d1f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e2d20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p></sidenote><content>A comprehensive list of the amount of aqueous film-forming firefighting foam at each part 139 airport as of the date of the submission of the progress report, including the amount of such firefighting foam held in firefighting equipment and the number of gallons regularly kept in reserve at each such airport.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e2d21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>An assessment of the progress made by the FAA with respect to providing airports that are not part 139 airports and local authorities with responsibility for inspection and oversight with guidance described in subparagraphs (A) and (B) of paragraph (1) as such guidance relates to the use of fluorine-free firefighting foam at such airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e2d22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Any other information that the Administrator determines is appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08e2d23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e2d24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notification.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Progress Report Termination Date</inline>.—</heading><content>The progress report termination date described in this subsection is the date on which the Administrator notifies the appropriate committees of Congress that development and implementation of the national transition plan described in subsection (a) is complete.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08e2d25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s762/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Part 139 Airport Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>part 139 airport</term>” means an airport certified under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt139">part 139 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e44143" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s763" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="763">SEC. 763. </num><heading>REPORT ON AIRPORT NOTIFICATIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb08e5436-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the activities of the FAA with respect to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e5437-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s763/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>collecting more accurate data in notices of construction, alteration, activation, and deactivation of airports as required under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt157">part 157 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e5438-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s763/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>making the database under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt157">part 157 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, more accurate and useful for aircraft operators, particularly for helicopter and rotary wing type aircraft operators.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e44168" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s764" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="764">SEC. 764. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e5439-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">New York.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e543a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">New Jersey.</p></sidenote><heading>STUDY ON COMPETITION AND AIRPORT ACCESS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb08e7b4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e7b4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e7b4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote> later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e7b4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s764/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>specific actions the Secretary and the Administrator, using existing legal authority, can take to expand access for lower cost passenger air carriers to capacity constrained airports in the United States, including New York John F. Kennedy International Airport, LaGuardia Airport, and Newark Liberty International Airport; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08e7b4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s764/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any additional legal authority the Secretary and the Administrator require in order to make additional slots at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport and LaGuardia Airport and runway timings at Newark Liberty International Airport available to lower cost passenger air carriers.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1291">138 STAT. 1291</page></content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e44200" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="765">SEC. 765. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e7b50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08e7b51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REGIONAL AIRPORT CAPACITY STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08ec972-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate a study on the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ef083-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Existing FAA policy and guidance that govern the siting of new airports or the transition of general aviation airports to commercial service.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ef084-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Ways that existing regulations and policies could be streamlined to facilitate the development of new airport capacity, particularly in high-demand air travel regions looking to invest in new airport capacity.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ef085-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Whether Federal funding sources (existing as of the date of enactment of this Act) that are authorized by the Secretary could be used for such purposes.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ef086-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765/a/4" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Whether such Federal funding sources meet the needs of the national airspace system for <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> new airport capacity outside of the commercial service airports in operation as of the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08ef087-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ef088-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ef089-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Estimate.</p></sidenote><content>If such Federal funding sources are determined by the Administrator to be insufficient for the purposes described in this subsection, an estimate of the funding gap.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08ef08a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ef08b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08ef08c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a), together with recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the Administrator determines appropriate.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08ef08d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s765/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Guidance</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall, if appropriate, revise FAA guidance to incorporate the findings of the study conducted under subsection (a) to assist airports and State and local departments of transportation in increasing airport capacity to meet regional air travel demand.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e44279" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s766" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="766">SEC. 766. </num><heading>STUDY ON AUTONOMOUS AND ELECTRIC-POWERED TRACK SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08f179e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s766/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08f179f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator may conduct a study to determine the feasibility and economic viability of autonomous or electric-powered track systems that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08f17a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s766/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>are located underneath the pavement at an airport; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb08f17a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s766/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>allow a transport category aircraft to taxi without the use of the main engines of the aircraft.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb08f17a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s766/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator conducts a study under subsection (a), the Administrator shall provide a briefing to the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of such study.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e44315" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="767">SEC. 767. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb08f17a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44706">49 USC 44706 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PFAS-RELATED RESOURCES FOR AIRPORTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0902914-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0902915-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0902916-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reimbursement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0902917-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Costs.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0902918-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">PFAS Replacement Program for Airports</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, shall establish a program to reimburse sponsors of eligible airports for the reasonable and appropriate costs incurred after September 12, 2023, and associated with any of the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0902919-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>The one-time initial acquisition by the sponsor of an eligible airport of an approved fluorine-free firefighting agent <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1292">138 STAT. 1292</page> under Military Specification MIL–PRE–32725, dated January 12, 2023, in a quantity of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090291a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the capacity of all required aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment listed in the most recent FAA-approved Airport Certification Manual, regardless of how the equipment was initially acquired; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090291b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>twice the quantity carried onboard each required truck available in the fire station for the eligible airport.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090291c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The disposal of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl products, including fluorinated aqueous film-forming agents, to the extent such disposal is necessary to facilitate the transition to such approved fluorine-free firefighting agent, including aqueous film-forming agents currently in firefighting equipment and vehicles and any wastewater generated during the cleaning of firefighting equipment and vehicles.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090502d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The cleaning or disposal of existing equipment or components thereof, to the extent such cleaning or disposal is necessary to facilitate the transition to such approved fluorine-free firefighting agent.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090502e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The acquisition of any equipment, or components thereof, necessary to facilitate the transition to such approved fluorine-free firefighting agent.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090502f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>The replacement of any aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment determined necessary to be replaced by the Secretary.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0905030-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Distribution of Funds</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905031-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Grants to replace aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905032-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Of the amounts made available to carry out the PFAS replacement program, the Secretary shall reserve up to $30,000,000 to make grants to each eligible airport that is designated under part 139 as an Index A airport and does not have existing capabilities to produce fluorine-free firefighting foam for the replacement of aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905033-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Amount</inline>.—</heading><content>The maximum amount of a grant made under subparagraph (A) may not exceed $2,000,000.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905034-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Remaining amounts</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905035-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Determination of need</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to the amount of firefighting foam concentrate required for foam production commensurate with applicable aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment required in accordance with the most recent FAA-approved Airport Certification Manual, the Secretary shall determine—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0905036-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>for each eligible airport, the total amount of such concentrate required for all of the federally required aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles that meet index requirements under part 139, in gallons; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0905037-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>for all eligible airports, the total amount of firefighting foam concentrate, in gallons.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905038-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Determination of grant amounts</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall make a grant to the sponsor of each eligible airport in an amount equal to the product of—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1293">138 STAT. 1293</page></chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0905039-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the amount of funds made available to carry out this section that remain available after the Secretary reserves the amount described in paragraph (1); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb090503a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/b/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the ratio of the amount determined under subparagraph (A)(i) for such eligible airport to the amount determined under subparagraph (A)(ii).</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb090503b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program Requirements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090503c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb090503d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall determine the eligibility of costs payable under the PFAS replacement program by taking into account all engineering, technical, and environmental protocols and generally accepted industry standards that are developed or established for approved fluorine-free firefighting foams.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090503e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Compliance with applicable law</inline>.—</heading><content>To be eligible for reimbursement under the program established under subsection (a), the sponsor of an eligible airport shall carry out all actions related to the acquisition, disposal, and transition to approved fluorine-free firefighting foams, including the cleaning and disposal of equipment, in full compliance with all applicable Federal laws in effect at the time of obligation of a grant under this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090503f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Federal share</inline>.—</heading><content>The Federal share of allowable costs under the PFAS replacement program shall be 100 percent.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0905040-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905041-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>There is authorized to be appropriated not more than $350,000,000 to carry out the PFAS replacement program.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905042-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Amounts made available to carry out the PFAS replacement program shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905043-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>remain available for expenditure for a period of 5 fiscal years; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905044-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>be available in addition to any other funding available for similar purposes under any other Federal, State, local, or Tribal program.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0905045-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905046-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible airport</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>eligible airport</term>” means an airport holding an Airport Operating Certificate issued under part 139.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905047-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/e/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Part 139</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>part 139</term>” means <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt139">part 139 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0905048-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s767/e/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">PFAS replacement program</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>PFAS replacement program</term>” means the program established under subsection (a).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e44581" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s768" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="768">SEC. 768. </num><heading>LIMITATION ON CERTAIN ROLLING STOCK PROCUREMENTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb090c579-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s768/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s50101">Section 50101 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090c57a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s768/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(except section 47127)</quotedText>” each place it appears; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb090c57b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s768/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0913aac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation on Certain Rolling Stock Procurements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913aad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Financial assistance made available under the provisions described in subsection (a) shall not be used in awarding a contract or subcontract to an entity on <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1294">138 STAT. 1294</page> or after the date of enactment of this subsection for the procurement of rolling stock for use in an airport-related project if the manufacturer of the rolling stock—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913aae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>is incorporated in or has manufacturing facilities in the United States; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913aaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau>is owned or controlled by, is a subsidiary of, or is otherwise related legally or financially to a corporation based in a country that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>is identified as a nonmarket economy country (as defined in section 771(18) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (<ref href="/us/usc/t19/s1677/18">19 U.S.C. 1677(18)</ref>)) as of the date of enactment of this subsection;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>was identified by the United States Trade Representative in the most recent report required by section 182 of the Trade Act of 1974 (<ref href="/us/usc/t19/s2242">19 U.S.C. 2242</ref>) as a foreign country included on the priority watch list defined in subsection (g)(3) of that section; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>is subject to monitoring by the Trade Representative under section 306 of the Trade Act of 1974 (<ref href="/us/usc/t19/s2416">19 U.S.C. 2416</ref>).</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0913ab4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definitions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of paragraph (1), the term ‘<term>otherwise related legally or financially</term>’ does not include—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>a minority relationship or investment; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>relationship with or investment in a subsidiary, joint venture, or other entity based in a country described in paragraph (1)(B) that does not export rolling stock or components of rolling stock for use in the United States.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Corporation based in people’s republic of china</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding subparagraph (A)(i), for purposes of paragraph (1), the term ‘<term>otherwise related legally or financially</term>’ includes a minority relationship or investment if the relationship or investment involves a corporation based in the People’s Republic of China.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ab9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0913aba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">International agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>This subsection shall be applied in a manner consistent with the obligations of the United States under international agreements.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913abb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiver</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913abc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may waive the limitation described in paragraph (1) using the criteria described in subsection (b).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913abd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0913abe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 10 days after issuing a waiver under subparagraph (A), the Secretary shall notify the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0913abf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s768/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendments</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ac0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s768/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Restricting contract awards because of discrimination against united states goods or services</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s50102">Section 50102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(except section 47127)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ac1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s768/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Restriction on airport projects using products or services of foreign countries denying fair market </inline><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1295">138 STAT. 1295</page> opportunities.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s50104/b">Section 50104(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(except section 47127)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0913ac2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s768/b/3" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Fraudulent use of made in america label</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s50105">Section 50105 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(except section 47127)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e44823" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s769" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="769">SEC. 769. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0913ac3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44706">49 USC 44706 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>MAINTAINING SAFE FIRE AND RESCUE STAFFING LEVELS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09161d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s769/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Update to Regulation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall update the regulations contained in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s139.319">section 139.319 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to ensure that paragraph (4) of such section provides that at least 1 individual maintains certification at the emergency medical technician basic level, or higher, at a small, medium, or large hub airport.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09161d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s769/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09161d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09161d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Staffing Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall conduct a review of airport environments and related regulations to evaluate sufficient staffing levels necessary for firefighting, rescue, and emergency medical services and response at airports certified under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt139">part 139 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09161d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s769/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after completing the review under subsection (b), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the results of the review.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e44873" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s770" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="770">SEC. 770. </num><heading>GRANT ASSURANCES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb091d709-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s770/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">General Written Assurances</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107/a">Section 47107(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb091d70a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s770/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (20) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb091d70b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s770/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in paragraph (21) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb091d70c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s770/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb091d70d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="22">“(22) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb091fe1e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb091fe1f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective dates.</p></sidenote><chapeau>the airport owner or operator may not restrict or prohibit the sale or self-fueling of any 100-octane low lead aviation gasoline for purchase or use by operators of general aviation aircraft if such aviation gasoline was available at such airport at any time during calendar year 2022, until the earlier of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb091fe20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>December 31, 2030; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb091fe21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau>the date on which the airport or any retail fuel seller at such airport makes available an unleaded aviation gasoline that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb091fe22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>has been authorized for use by the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration as a replacement for 100-octane low lead aviation gasoline for use in nearly all piston-engine aircraft and engine models; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb091fe23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>meets either an industry consensus standard or other standard that facilitates the safe use, production, and distribution of such unleaded aviation gasoline, as determined appropriate by the Administrator.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb091fe24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s770/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Civil Penalties for Grant Assurances Violations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301/a">Section 46301(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb091fe25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s770/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (1)(A) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 47107(a)(22) (including any assurance made under such section),</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>chapter 451,</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb091fe26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s770/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1296">138 STAT. 1296</page> <quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb091fe27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Failure to Continue Offering Aviation Fuel</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding paragraph (1), the maximum civil penalty for a violation of section 47107(a)(22) (including any assurance made under such section) committed by a person, including if the person is an individual or a small business concern, shall be $5,000 for each day that the person is in violation of that section.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e45000" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="771">SEC. 771. </num><heading>AVIATION FUEL IN ALASKA.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb092c178-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb092c179-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44714">49 USC 44714 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c17a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on restriction of fuel usage or availability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb092c17b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective dates.</p></sidenote>The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration and the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency shall not restrict the continued use or availability of 100-octane low lead aviation gasoline in the State of Alaska until the earlier of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c17c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>December 31, 2032; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c17d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>6 months after the date on which the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration finds that an unleaded aviation fuel is widely commercially available at airports throughout the State of Alaska that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb092c17e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>has been authorized for use by the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration as a replacement for 100-octane low lead aviation gasoline; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb092c17f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>meets either an industry consensus standard or other standard that facilitates and ensures the safe use, production, and distribution of such unleaded aviation fuel.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c180-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings clause</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section shall limit the authority of the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration or the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to address the endangerment to public health and welfare posed by lead emissions—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c181-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the United States outside of the State of Alaska; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c182-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>within the State of Alaska after the date specified in paragraph (1).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb092c183-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">GAO Report on Transitioning to Unleaded Aviation Fuel in the State of Alaska</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c184-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Evaluation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General of the United States shall conduct an evaluation of the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c185-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The aircraft, routes, and supply chains in the State of Alaska utilizing leaded aviation gasoline, including identification of remote and rural communities that rely upon leaded aviation gasoline.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c186-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb092c187-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Cost estimates.</p></sidenote><content>The estimated costs and benefits of transitioning aircraft and the supply chain in the State of Alaska to aviation fuel that meets the requirements described in clauses (i) and (ii) of <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107/a/22/B">section 47107(a)(22)(B) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, as added by section 770, including direct costs of new aircraft and equipment and indirect costs, including transportation from refineries to markets, foreign imports, and changes in leaded aviation gasoline prices as a result of reduced supply.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c188-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>The programs of the Environmental Protection Agency, the Federal Aviation Administration, and other <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1297">138 STAT. 1297</page> government agencies that can be utilized to assist individuals, communities, industries, and the State of Alaska with the costs described in subparagraph (B).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c189-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>A reasonable time frame to permit any limitation on 100-octane low-lead aviation gasoline in the State of Alaska.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c18a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Other logistical considerations associated with the transition described in subparagraph (B).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c18b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this section, the Comptroller General shall submit a report containing the results of the evaluation conducted under paragraph (1) to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c18c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c18d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c18e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb092c18f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s771/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e45153" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s772" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="772">SEC. 772. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb092c190-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>APPLICATION OF AMENDMENTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The amendments to the Airport Improvement Program apportionment and discretionary formulas under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471">chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, made by this Act (except as they relate to the extension of provisions or authorities expiring on May 10, 2024, or May 11, 2024) shall not apply in a fiscal year beginning before the date of enactment of this Act.</content></section> <section id="d9133e45168" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s773" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="773">SEC. 773. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb092e8a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb092e8a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Florida.</p></sidenote><heading>PROHIBITION ON USE OF AMOUNTS TO PROCESS OR ADMINISTER ANY APPLICATION FOR THE JOINT USE OF HOMESTEAD AIR RESERVE BASE WITH CIVIL AVIATION.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  No amounts appropriated or otherwise made available to the Federal Aviation Administration for fiscal years 2024 through 2028 may be used to process or administer any application for the joint use of Homestead Air Reserve Base, Homestead, Florida, by the Air Force and civil aircraft.</content></section> <section id="d9133e45180" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="774">SEC. 774. </num><heading>UNIVERSAL CHANGING STATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09336c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Grant Assurances</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107">Section 47107 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, as amended by section 743(b)(2), is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb093abf4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="y">“(y) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Universal Changing Station</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093abf5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093abf6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093abf7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Approval.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093abf8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In fiscal year 2030 and each fiscal year thereafter, the Secretary of Transportation may approve an application under this subchapter for an airport development project grant only if the Secretary receives written assurances that the airport owner or operator will install or maintain (in compliance with the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t28/s35.133">section 35.133 of title 28, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>), as applicable—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093abf9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>at least 1 private, single-use room with a universal changing station that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb093abfa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>meets the standards established under paragraph (2)(A); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb093abfb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>is accessible to all individuals for purposes of use by an individual with a disability in each passenger terminal building of the airport; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1298">138 STAT. 1298</page></content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093abfc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>signage at or near the entrance to the changing station indicating the location of the changing station.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093abfd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093abfe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Standards required</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this subsection, the United States Access Board shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093abff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>establish—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb093ac00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>comprehensive accessible design standards for universal changing tables; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb093ac01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>standards on the privacy, accessibility, and sanitation equipment of the room in which such table is located, required to be installed, or maintained under this subsection; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093ac02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093ac03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>in establishing the standards under subparagraph (A), consult with entities with appropriate expertise relating to the use of universal changing stations used by individuals with disabilities.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093ac04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093ac05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airport size</inline>.—</heading><content>The requirement in paragraph (1) shall only apply to applications submitted by the airport sponsor of a medium or large hub airport.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093ac06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093ac07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Special rule</inline>.—</heading><content>The requirement in paragraph (1) shall not apply with respect to a project grant application for a period of time, determined by the Secretary, if the Secretary determines that construction or maintenance activities make it impracticable or unsafe for the universal changing station to be located in the sterile area of the building.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093ac08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093ac09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093ac0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon application by an airport sponsor, the Secretary may determine that a universal changing station in existence before the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, complies with the requirements of paragraph (1) (including the standards established under paragraph (2)(A)), notwithstanding the absence of 1 or more of the standards or characteristics required under such paragraph.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093d31b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093d31c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Disability</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>disability</term>’ has the meaning given that term in section 3 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s12102">42 U.S.C. 12102</ref>).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093d31d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sterile area</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>sterile area</term>’ has the same meaning given that term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s1540.5">section 1540.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093d31e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Universal changing station</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>universal changing station</term>’ means a universal or adult changing station that meets the standards established by the United States Access Board under paragraph (2)(A).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093d31f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">United states access board</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>United States Access Board</term>’ means the Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance Board established under section 502(a)(1) of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (<ref href="/us/usc/t29/s792/a/1">29 U.S.C. 792(a)(1)</ref>).”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb093d320-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Terminal Development Costs</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47119/a">Section 47119(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb093d321-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093d322-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Approval.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Universal changing stations</inline>.—</heading><content>In addition to the projects described in paragraph (1), the Secretary may approve a project for terminal development for the construction or <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1299">138 STAT. 1299</page> installation of a universal changing station (as defined in section 47107(y)) at a commercial service airport.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e45424" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="774A">SEC. 774A. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb093d323-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44738">49 USC 44738 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRPORT HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION GRANTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0944854-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall establish a grant program to provide grants to airports described in subsection (b)(1) to address human trafficking awareness, education, and prevention efforts, including by—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0944855-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>coordinating human trafficking prevention efforts across multimodal transportation operations within a community; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0944856-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>accomplishing the best practices and recommendations provided by the Department of Transportation Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0944857-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Distribution</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0944858-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall distribute amounts made available for grants under this section to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0944859-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the 75 airports in the United States with the highest number of passenger enplanements annually, based on the most recent data available; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb094485a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb094485b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>as the Secretary determines to be appropriate, an airport not described in subparagraph (A) that serves an area with a high prevalence of human trafficking, on application of the airport.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb094485c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Priority; considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In distributing amounts made available for grants under this section, the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb094485d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>give priority in grant amounts to airports referred to in paragraph (1) that serve regions with a higher prevalence of human trafficking; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb094485e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>take into consideration the effect the amounts would have on surrounding areas.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb094485f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In distributing amounts made available for grants under this section, the Secretary shall consult with the Department of Transportation Advisory Committee on Human Trafficking in determining the amounts to be distributed to each grant recipient to ensure the best use of the funds.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0944860-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774A/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary to carry out this section $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e45520" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774B" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="774B">SEC. 774B. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0944861-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0944862-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading>STUDY ON IMPROVEMENTS FOR CERTAIN NONHUB AIRPORTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0946f73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774B/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0946f74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this section, the Comptroller General shall conduct a study on the challenges faced by nonhub airports not designated as essential air service communities and recommend ways to help secure and retain flight schedules using existing Federal programs, such as the Small Community Air Service Development program.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0946f75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stA/s774B/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0946f76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this section, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a), including recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1300">138 STAT. 1300</page></content></subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle id="d9133e45558" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading>Passenger Facility Charges</heading> <section id="d9133e45563" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s775" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="775">SEC. 775. </num><heading>ADDITIONAL PERMITTED USES OF PASSENGER FACILITY CHARGE REVENUE.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0949687-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40117/a/3">Section 40117(a)(3) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb0949688-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>A project at a small hub airport for a noise barrier where the day–night average sound level from commercial, general aviation, or cargo operations is expected to exceed 55 decibels as a result of new airport development.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb0949689-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>A project for the replacement of existing workspace elements (including any associated in-kind facility or equipment within or immediately adjacent to a terminal development or renovation project at such airport) related to the relocation of a Federal agency on airport grounds due to such terminal development or renovation project for which development costs are eligible costs under this section.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e45592" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="776">SEC. 776. </num><heading>PASSENGER FACILITY CHARGE STREAMLINING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09580ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40117">Section 40117 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09580ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Secretary</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Except as provided under subsection (l), the Secretary</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09580ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$1, $2, or $3</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>$1, $2, $3, $4, or $4.50</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (4);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (5) through (7) as paragraphs (4) through (6), respectively;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (5), as so redesignated—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/D/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraphs (1) and (4)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1)</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/D/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1) or (4)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1)</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (6)(A), as so redesignated—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/E/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraphs (1), (4), and (6)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraphs (1) and (5)</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/1/E/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1) or (4)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1)</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)(1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or a passenger facility charge imposition is authorized under subsection (l)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>of this section</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>reasonable</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>subject to</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (l)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the subsection heading, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>Pilot Program for Passenger Facility Charge Authorizations</b></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Passenger Facility Charge Streamlining</headingText></quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09580fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (1) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb095a70d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1301">138 STAT. 1301</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb095a70e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall prescribe regulations to streamline the process for authorizing eligible agencies for airports to impose passenger facility charges.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb095a70f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passenger facility charge</inline>.—</heading><content>An eligible agency may impose a passenger facility charge of $1, $2, $3, $4, or $4.50 in accordance with the provisions of this subsection instead of using the procedures otherwise provided in this section.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb095a710-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (4) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb095ce21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Acknowledgment of receipt and indication of objection</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb095ce23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall acknowledge receipt of the notice and indicate any objection to the imposition of a passenger facility charge under this subsection for any project identified in the notice within 60 days after receipt of the eligible agency’s notice.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibited objection</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may not object to an eligible airport-related project that received Federal financial assistance for airport development, terminal development, airport planning, or for the purposes of noise compatibility, if the Federal financial assistance and passenger facility charge collection (including interest and other returns on the revenue) do not exceed the total cost of the project.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Allowed objection</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may only object to the imposition of a passenger facility charge under this subsection for a project that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>establishes significant policy precedent;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>raises significant legal issues;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>garners significant controversy, as evidenced by significant opposition to the proposed action by the applicant or other airport authorities, airport users, governmental agencies, elected officials, or communities;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><content>raises significant revenue diversion, airport noise, or access issues, including compliance with section 47111(e) or subchapter II of chapter 475;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">“(v) </num><content>includes multimodal components; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content>serves no aeronautical purpose.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (6); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb095ce2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/a/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (7) as paragraph (6).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb095ce2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb095f53f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb095f540-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40117">49 USC 40117 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate a rulemaking to implement the amendments made by subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb095f541-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stB/s776/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb095f542-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40117">49 USC 40117 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interim Guidance</inline>.—</heading><content>The interim guidance established in the memorandum of the FAA titled “PFC 73–20. Streamlined Procedures for Passenger Facility Charge (PFC) Authorizations at Small-, Medium-, and Large-Hub Airports”, issued on January 22, 2020, including any modification to such guidance necessary to conform with the amendments made by subsection (a), shall remain in effect until the effective date of the final rule issued under subsection (b).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1302">138 STAT. 1302</page></content></subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle id="d9133e45945" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="C">Subtitle C—</num><heading>Noise And Environmental Programs And Streamlining</heading> <section id="d9133e45950" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s781" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="781">SEC. 781. </num><heading>STREAMLINING CONSULTATION PROCESS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101/h">Section 47101(h) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>shall</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>may</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e45969" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="782">SEC. 782. </num><heading>REPEAL OF BURDENSOME EMISSIONS CREDIT REQUIREMENTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0964363-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47139">Section 47139 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0964364-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0964365-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in the matter preceding paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0964366-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>airport sponsors receive</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>airport sponsors may receive</quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0964367-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>carrying out projects</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>carrying out projects, including projects</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0966a78-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>conditions</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>considerations</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0966a79-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0966a7a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>airport sponsor</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>airport sponsor, including for an airport outside of a nonattainment area or maintenance area,</quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0966a7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>only</quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0966a7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or as offsets</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, as offsets</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0966a7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/1/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, or as part of a State implementation plan.</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0966a7e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0966a7f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s782/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (c) as subsection (b).</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e46096" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="783">SEC. 783. </num><heading>EXPEDITED ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND ONE FEDERAL DECISION.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0988d60-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47171">Section 47171 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0988d61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0988d62-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in the matter preceding paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0988d63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>develop and</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0988d64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>projects at congested airports</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>aviation security projects</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>projects, terminal development projects, general aviation airport construction or improvement projects, and aviation safety projects</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0988d65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>better</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>streamlined</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0988d66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb098db87-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation Projects Subject to a Streamlined Environmental Review Process</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db88-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Any airport capacity enhancement project, terminal development project, or general aviation airport construction or improvement project shall be subject to the coordinated and expedited environmental review process requirements set forth in this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db89-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Project designation criteria</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may designate an aviation safety project for priority environmental review.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1303">138 STAT. 1303</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db8b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>A designated project shall be subject to the coordinated and expedited environmental review process requirements set forth in this section.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db8c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Guidelines</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb098db8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall establish guidelines for the designation of an aviation safety project or aviation security project for priority environmental review.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb098db8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consideration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Guidelines established under clause (i) shall provide for consideration of—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb098db8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>the importance or urgency of the project;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb098db90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>the potential for undertaking the environmental review under existing emergency procedures under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>);</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb098db91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">“(III) </num><content>the need for cooperation and concurrent reviews by other Federal or State agencies; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb098db92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content>the prospect for undue delay if the project is not designated for priority review.”</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (c) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>an airport capacity enhancement project at a congested airport or a project designated under subsection (b)(3)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>a project described or designated under subsection (b)</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in subsection (d) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>each airport capacity enhancement project at a congested airport or a project designated under subsection (b)(3)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>a project described or designated under subsection (b)</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>in subsection (h) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>designated under subsection (b)(3)</quotedText>” and all that follows through “<quotedText>congested airports</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>described in subsection (b)(1)</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>in subsection (j)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>For any</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb098db98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>For any”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb098db99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb09902aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadline</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall define the purpose and need of a project not later than 45 days after—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09902ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the submission of the appropriately completed proposed purpose and need description of the airport sponsor; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09902ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>any appropriately completed proposed revision to a development project that affects the purpose and need description previously prepared or accepted by the Federal Aviation Administration.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb09902ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assistance</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall provide all airport sponsors with technical assistance in drafting purpose and need statements and necessary supporting documentation for projects involving Federal approvals from more than 1 Federal agency.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09902ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><chapeau>in subsection (k)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09902af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/7/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>an airport capacity enhancement project at a congested airport or a project designated under subsection (b)(3)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>a project described or designated under subsection (b)</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09902b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/7/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>project shall consider</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following: <quotedContent>“project shall—<paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb09902b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>consider”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1304">138 STAT. 1304</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09902b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/7/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09902b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/7/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb09929c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau>limit the comments of the agency to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09929c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>subject matter areas within the special expertise of the agency; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09929c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>changes necessary to ensure the agency is carrying out the obligations of that agency under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) and other applicable law.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09929c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>in subsection (l) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and section 1503 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40">title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09929c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s783/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (m) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09c3709-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="m">“(m) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination and Schedule</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c370a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination plan</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c370b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c370c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c370d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c370e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of publication of a notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement or the initiation of an environmental assessment, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a plan for coordinating public and agency participation in and comment on the environmental review process for a project described or designated under subsection (b).<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c370f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Memorandum.</p></sidenote> The coordination plan may be incorporated into a memorandum of understanding.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3710-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cloud-based, interactive digital platforms</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary is encouraged to utilize cloud-based, interactive digital platforms to meet community engagement and agency coordination requirements under subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3711-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Schedule</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3712-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c3713-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall establish as part of such coordination plan, after consultation with and the concurrence of each participating agency for the project and with the State in which the project is located (and, if the State is not the project sponsor, with the project sponsor), a schedule for—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3714-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>interim milestones and deadlines for agency activities necessary to complete the environmental review; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3715-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>completion of the environmental review process for the project.</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3716-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Factors for consideration</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the schedule under clause (i), the Secretary shall consider factors such as—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3717-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>the responsibilities of participating agencies under applicable laws;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3718-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>resources available to the cooperating agencies;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3719-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">“(III) </num><content>overall size and complexity of the project;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c371a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content>the overall time required by an agency to conduct an environmental review and make decisions under applicable Federal law relating to a project (including the issuance or denial of a permit or license) and the cost of the project; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c371b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="V">“(V) </num><content>the sensitivity of the natural and historic resources that could be affected by the project.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1305">138 STAT. 1305</page></content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c371c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Maximum project schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable and consistent with applicable Federal law, the Secretary shall develop, in concurrence with the project sponsor, a maximum schedule for the project described or designated under subsection (b) that is not more than 2 years for the completion of the environmental review process for such projects, as measured from, as applicable, the date of publication of a notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement to the record of decision.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c371d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">“(iv) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Dispute resolution</inline>.—</heading><sidenote><p>Time period.</p></sidenote><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c371e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Any issue or dispute that arises between the Secretary and participating agencies (or amongst participating agencies) during the environmental review process shall be addressed expeditiously to avoid delay.</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c371f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary and participating agencies shall—</chapeau><item class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3720-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658130"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content>implement the requirements of this section consistent with any dispute resolution process established in an applicable law, regulation, or legally binding agreement to the maximum extent permitted by law; and</content></item> <item class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3721-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658130"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content>seek to resolve issues or disputes at the earliest possible time at the project level through agency employees who have day-to-day involvement in the project.</content></item> </subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3722-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">“(III) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Secretary responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><item class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3723-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658130"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="aa">“(aa) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall make information available to each cooperating and participating agency and project sponsor as early as practicable in the environmental review regarding the environmental, historic, and socioeconomic resources located within the project area and the general locations of the alternatives under consideration.</content></item> <item class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3724-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658130"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="bb">“(bb) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sources of information</inline>.—</heading><content>The information described in item (aa) may be based on existing data sources, including geographic information systems mapping.</content></item> </subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3725-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">“(IV) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cooperating and participating agency responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each cooperating and participating agency shall—</chapeau><item class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3726-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658130"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="aa">“(aa) </num><content>identify, as early as practicable, any issues of concern regarding any potential environmental impacts of the project, including any issues that could substantially delay or prevent an agency from completing any environmental review or authorization required for the project; and</content></item> <item class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3727-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658130"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="bb">“(bb) </num><content>communicate any issues described in item (aa) to the project sponsor.</content></item> </subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c3728-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="V">“(V) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Elevation for missed milestone</inline>.—</heading><content>If a dispute between the Secretary and participating agencies (or amongst participating agencies) causes a milestone to be missed or extended, or <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1306">138 STAT. 1306</page> the Secretary anticipates that a permitting timetable milestone will be missed or will need to be extended, the dispute shall be elevated to an official designated by the relevant agency for resolution. The elevation of a dispute shall take place as soon as practicable after the Secretary becomes aware of the dispute or potential missed milestone.</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="VI">“(VI) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><content>Disputes that do not impact the ability of an agency to meet a milestone may be elevated as appropriate.</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="VII">“(VII) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Further evaluation</inline>.—</heading><content>If a resolution has not been reached at the end of the 30-day period after a relevant milestone date or extension date after a dispute has been elevated to the designated official, the relevant agencies shall elevate the dispute to senior agency leadership for resolution.</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consistency with other time periods</inline>.—</heading><content>A schedule under subparagraph (C) shall be consistent with any other relevant time periods established under Federal law.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Modification</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in clause (ii), the Secretary may lengthen or shorten a schedule established under subparagraph (C) for good cause. The Secretary may consider a decision by the project sponsor to change, modify, expand, or reduce the scope of a project as good cause for purposes of this clause.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Lengthened schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may lengthen a schedule under clause (i) for a cooperating Federal agency by not more than 1 year after the latest deadline established for the project described or designated under subsection (b) by the Secretary.</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Shortened schedule</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may not shorten a schedule under clause (i) if doing so would impair the ability of a cooperating Federal agency to conduct necessary analyses or otherwise carry out relevant obligations of the Federal agency for the project.</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Failure to meet deadline</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If a cooperating Federal agency fails to meet a deadline established under subparagraph (D)(ii)(I)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><content>the cooperating Federal agency shall, not later than 10 days after failing to meet the deadline, submit to the Secretary a report that describes the reasons why the deadline was not met; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau>the Secretary shall—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p></sidenote><content>submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a copy of the report under clause (i); and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>make the report under clause (i) publicly available on a website of the Department of Transportation.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1307">138 STAT. 1307</page></content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Dissemination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A copy of a schedule under subparagraph (C), and of any modifications to the schedule under subparagraph (E), shall be—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>provided to all participating agencies and to the State department of transportation of the State in which the project is located (and, if the State is not the project sponsor, to the project sponsor); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>made available to the public.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Comment deadlines</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall establish the following deadlines for comment during the environmental review process for a project:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Federal Register, publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><chapeau>For comments by agencies and the public on a draft environmental impact statement, a period of not more than 60 days after publication in the Federal Register of notice of the date of public availability of such statement, unless—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>a different deadline is established by agreement of the lead agency, the project sponsor, and all participating agencies; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the deadline is extended by the lead agency for good cause.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e56-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e57-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><chapeau>For all other comment periods established by the lead agency for agency or public comments in the environmental review process, a period of not more than 45 days from availability of the materials on which comment is requested, unless—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e58-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>a different deadline is established by agreement of the Secretary, the project sponsor, and all participating agencies; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e59-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the deadline is extended by the lead agency for good cause.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e5a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e5b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e5c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e5d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e5e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notices.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e5f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadlines for decisions under other laws</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In any case in which a decision under any Federal law relating to a project described or designated under subsection (b) (including the issuance or denial of a permit or license) is required to be made by the later of the date that is 180 days after the date on which the Secretary made all final decisions of the lead agency with respect to the project or 180 days after the date on which an application was submitted for the permit or license, the Secretary shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and publish on a website of the Department of Transportation—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e60-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>as soon as practicable after the 180-day period, an initial notice of the failure of the Federal agency to make the decision; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>every 60 days thereafter until such date as all decisions of the Federal agency relating to the project have been made by the Federal agency, an additional notice that describes the number of decisions of the Federal agency that remain outstanding as of the date of the additional notice.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e62-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Involvement of the public</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection shall reduce any time period provided for public comment in the environmental review process under existing Federal law, including a regulation.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1308">138 STAT. 1308</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09c5e63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="n">“(n) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Concurrent Reviews and Single NEPA Document</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Concurrent reviews</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Each participating agency and cooperating agency under the expedited and coordinated environmental review process established under this section shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>carry out the obligations of such agency under other applicable law concurrently, and in conjunction, with the review required under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>), unless doing so would impair the ability of such agency to conduct needed analysis or otherwise carry out such obligations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>formulate and implement administrative, policy, and procedural mechanisms to enable the agency to ensure completion of the environmental review process in a timely, coordinated, and environmentally responsible manner.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Single nepa document</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable and consistent with Federal law, all Federal permits and reviews for a project shall rely on a single environmental document prepared under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) under the leadership of the Secretary.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of document</inline>.—</heading><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>To the maximum extent practicable, the Secretary shall develop an environmental document sufficient to satisfy the requirements for any Federal approval or other Federal action required for the project, including permits issued by other Federal agencies.</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cooperation of participating agencies</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this subparagraph, other participating agencies shall cooperate with the lead agency and provide timely information.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Treatment as participating and cooperating agencies</inline>.—</heading><content>A Federal agency required to make an approval or take an action for a project, as described in this paragraph, shall work with the Secretary to ensure that the agency making the approval or taking the action is treated as being both a participating and cooperating agency for the project.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Waiver authority.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exceptions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may waive the application of subparagraph (A) with respect to a project if—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>the project sponsor requests that agencies issue separate environmental documents;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the obligations of a cooperating agency or participating agency under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) have already been satisfied with respect to the project; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c5e72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>the Secretary determines that reliance on a single environmental document (as described in subparagraph (A)) would not facilitate timely completion of the environmental review process for the project.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1309">138 STAT. 1309</page></content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c5e73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Participating agency responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An agency participating in the expedited and coordinated environmental review process under this section shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8584-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>provide comments, responses, studies, or methodologies on areas within the special expertise or jurisdiction of the agency; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8585-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>use the process to address any environmental issues of concern to the agency.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09c8586-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="o">“(o) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Environmental Impact Statement</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8587-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c8588-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Errata sheets.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In preparing a final environmental impact statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) for a project described or designated under subsection (b), if the Secretary modifies the statement in response to comments that are minor and are confined to factual corrections or explanations of why the comments do not warrant additional agency response, the Secretary may write on errata sheets attached to the statement instead of rewriting the draft statement, subject to the condition that the errata sheets—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8589-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>cite the sources, authorities, and reasons that support the position of the agency; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c858a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>if appropriate, indicate the circumstances that would trigger agency reappraisal or further response.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c858b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c858c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Single document</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the maximum extent practicable, for a project subject to a coordinated review process under this section, the Secretary shall expeditiously develop a single document that consists of a final environmental impact statement and a record of decision, unless—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c858d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the final environmental impact statement or record of decision makes substantial changes to the project that are relevant to environmental or safety concerns; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c858e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>there is a significant new circumstance or information relevant to environmental concerns that bears on the proposed action or the environmental impacts of the proposed action.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c858f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Length of environmental document</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8590-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in subparagraph (B), an environmental impact statement shall not exceed 150 pages, not including any citations or appendices.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8591-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Extraordinary complexity</inline>.—</heading><content>An environmental impact statement for a proposed agency action of extraordinary complexity shall not exceed 300 pages, not including any citations or appendices.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09c8592-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="p">“(p) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Integration of Planning and Environmental Review</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8593-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to paragraph (5) and to the maximum extent practicable and appropriate, the following agencies may adopt or incorporate by reference, and use a planning product in proceedings relating to, any class of action in the environmental review process of a project described or designated under subsection (b):</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8594-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>The lead agency for a project, with respect to an environmental impact statement, environmental assessment, categorical exclusion, or other document prepared under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8595-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>A cooperating agency with responsibility under Federal law with respect to the process for and completion <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1310">138 STAT. 1310</page> of any environmental permit, approval, review, or study required for a project under any Federal law other than the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>), if consistent with such Act.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8596-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c8597-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Identification</inline>.—</heading><content>If a lead or cooperating agency makes a determination to adopt or incorporate by reference and use a planning product under paragraph (1), such agency shall identify the agencies that participated in the development of the planning products.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8598-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Adoption or incorporation by reference of planning products</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Such agency may—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c8599-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>adopt or incorporate by reference an entire planning product under paragraph (1); or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c859a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>select portions of a planning project under paragraph (1) for adoption or incorporation by reference.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c859b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The adoption or incorporation by reference of a planning product under paragraph (1) may—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c859c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>be made at the time the lead and cooperating agencies decide the appropriate scope of environmental review for the project; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c859d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>occur later in the environmental review process, as appropriate.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c859e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c859f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Incorporation </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c85a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">by reference.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c85a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c85a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Processes.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conditions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Such agency in the environmental review process may adopt or incorporate by reference a planning product under this section if such agency determines, with the concurrence of the lead agency, if appropriate, and, if the planning product is necessary for a cooperating agency to issue a permit, review, or approval for the project, with the concurrence of the cooperating agency, if appropriate, that the following conditions have been met:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>The planning product was developed through a planning process conducted pursuant to applicable Federal law.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>The planning product was developed in consultation with appropriate Federal and State resource agencies and Indian Tribes.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>The planning process included broad multidisciplinary consideration of systems-level or corridor-wide transportation needs and potential effects, including effects on the human and natural environment.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c85a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c85a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><content>The planning process included public notice that the planning products produced in the planning process may be adopted during any subsequent environmental review process in accordance with this section.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><chapeau>During the environmental review process, the such agency has—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c85ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public comment.</p></sidenote><content>made the planning documents available for public review and comment by members of the general public and Federal, State, local, and Tribal governments that may have an interest in the proposed project;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09c85ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><content>provided notice of the intention of the such agency to adopt or incorporate by reference the planning product; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>considered any resulting comments.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>There is no significant new information or new circumstance that has a reasonable likelihood of affecting <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1311">138 STAT. 1311</page> the continued validity or appropriateness of the planning product or portions thereof.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09c85b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09cacc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><content>The planning product has a rational basis and is based on reliable and reasonably current data and reasonable and scientifically acceptable methodologies.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacc2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>The planning product is documented in sufficient detail to support the decision or the results of the analysis and to meet requirements for use of the information in the environmental review process.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacc3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>The planning product is appropriate for adoption or incorporation by reference and use in the environmental review process for the project and is incorporated in accordance with, and is sufficient to meet the requirements of, the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) and <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1502.21">section 1502.21 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacc4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effect of adoption or incorporation by reference</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Any planning product or portions thereof adopted or incorporated by reference by such agency in accordance with this subsection may be—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacc5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>incorporated directly into an environmental review process document or other environmental document; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacc6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>relied on and used by other Federal agencies in carrying out reviews of the project.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09cacc7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="q">“(q) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report on NEPA Data</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacc8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09cacc9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09cacca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall carry out a process to track, and annually submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate, the Committee on Natural Resources of the House of Representatives, and the Committee on Environment and Public Works of the Senate a report on projects described in subsection (b)(1) that contains the information described in paragraph (3).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09caccb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Time to complete</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>For purposes of paragraph (3), the NEPA process—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09caccc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09caccd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Statement.</p></sidenote><chapeau>for an environmental impact statement—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09caccf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09cacd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Federal Register, publication.</p></sidenote><content>begins on the date on which a notice of intent is published in the Federal Register; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>ends on the date on which the Secretary issues a record of decision, including, if necessary, a revised record of decision; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09cacd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09cacd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><chapeau>for an environmental assessment—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacd5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>begins on the date on which the Secretary makes a determination to prepare an environmental assessment; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacd6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>ends on the date on which the Secretary issues a finding of no significant impact or determines that preparation of an environmental impact statement is necessary.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacd7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Information described</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The information referred to in paragraph (1) is, with respect to the Federal Aviation Administration—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacd8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the number of proposed actions for which a categorical exclusion was applied by the Secretary during the reporting period;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1312">138 STAT. 1312</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacd9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the number of proposed actions for which a documented categorical exclusion was applied by the Secretary during the reporting period;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>the number of proposed actions pending on the date on which the report is submitted for which the issuance of a documented categorical exclusion by the Secretary is pending;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacdb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>the number of proposed actions for which an environmental assessment was issued by the Secretary during the reporting period;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacdc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>the length of time the Administration took to complete each environmental assessment described in subparagraph (D);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacdd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>the number of proposed actions pending on the date on which the report is submitted for which an environmental assessment is being drafted by the Secretary;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content>the number of proposed actions for which a final environmental impact statement was completed by the Secretary during the reporting period;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cacdf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>the length of time that the Secretary took to complete each environmental impact statement described in subparagraph (G);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cace0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>the number of proposed actions pending on the date on which the report is submitted for which an environmental impact statement is being drafted; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cace1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="J">“(J) </num><chapeau>for the proposed actions reported under subparagraphs (F) and (I), the percentage of such proposed actions for which—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09cace2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>project funding has been identified; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09cace3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>all other Federal, State, and local activities that are required to allow the proposed action to proceed are completed.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cace4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cace5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Environmental assessment</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>environmental assessment</term>’ has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1508.1">section 1508.1 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or a successor regulation).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cace6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Environmental impact statement</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>environmental impact statement</term>’ means a detailed statement required under section 102(2)(C) of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4332/2/C">42 U.S.C. 4332(2)(C)</ref>).</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cd2f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">NEPA process</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>NEPA process</term>’ means the entirety of the development and documentation of the analysis required under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>), including the assessment and analysis of any impacts, alternatives, and mitigation of a proposed action, and any interagency participation and public involvement required to be carried out before the Secretary undertakes a proposed action.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cd2f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Proposed action</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>proposed action</term>’ means an action (within the meaning of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>)) under this title that the Secretary proposes to carry out.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09cd2f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting period</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>reporting period</term>’ means the fiscal year prior to the fiscal year in which a report is issued under subsection (a).”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1313">138 STAT. 1313</page></content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e47584" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="784">SEC. 784. </num><heading>SUBCHAPTER III DEFINITIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb09d482a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47175">Section 47175 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d482b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (3)(A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d482c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (4)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d482d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d482e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (B)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09d482f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(B)</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb09d4830-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> clauses (i) and (ii) as subparagraphs (B) and (C), respectively;</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d4831-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (5);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d4832-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (3), (1), (4), (2), (6), and (8) as paragraphs (1), (2), (3), (4), (5), and (6), respectively; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d4833-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s784/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb09d6f44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Terminal development</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>terminal development</term>’ has the meaning given such term in section 47102.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e47686" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s785" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="785">SEC. 785. </num><heading>PILOT PROGRAM EXTENSION.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb09d6f45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 190 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47104">49 U.S.C. 47104 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d6f46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s785/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>in each fiscal year</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>6 projects</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09d6f47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s785/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (i) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>5 years</quotedText>” and all that follows through the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>on October 1, 2028.</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e47720" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s786" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="786">SEC. 786. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09d9658-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09d9659-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47501">49 USC 47501 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PART 150 NOISE STANDARDS UPDATE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09dbd6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s786/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09dbd6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09dbd6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall review and revise, as appropriate, <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt150">part 150 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to reflect all relevant laws and regulations, including <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt161">part 161 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09dbd6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s786/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09dbd6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Clarification.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Outreach</inline>.—</heading><content>As part of the review conducted under subsection (a), the Administrator shall clarify existing and future noise policies and standards and seek feedback from airports, airport users, and individuals living in the vicinity of airports and in airport adjacent communities before implementing any changes to any noise policies or standards.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09dbd6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s786/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09dbd70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and every 6 months thereafter, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress regarding the review conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09dbd71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s786/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The requirement under subsection (c) shall terminate on the earlier of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09dbd72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s786/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>October 1, 2028; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09dbd73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s786/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the date on which 1 briefing is provided under subsection (c) after the changes in subsection (a) are implemented.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e47796" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s787" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="787">SEC. 787. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09dbd74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09dbd75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47501">49 USC 47501 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>REDUCING COMMUNITY AIRCRAFT NOISE EXPOSURE.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb09de486-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In implementing or substantially revising a flight procedure, the Administrator shall consider the following actions (to the extent that such actions do not negatively affect aviation safety or efficiency) to reduce undesirable aircraft noise:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09de487-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s787/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Implement flight procedures that can mitigate the impact of aircraft noise, based on a consensus community recommendation.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1314">138 STAT. 1314</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09de488-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s787/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Work with airport sponsors and potentially impacted neighboring communities in establishing or modifying aircraft arrival and departure routes.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09de489-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s787/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>In collaboration with local governments, discourage local encroachment of residential or other buildings near airports that could create future aircraft noise complaints or impact airport operations or aviation safety.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e47828" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="788">SEC. 788. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09e0b9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47171">49 USC 47171 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CATEGORICAL EXCLUSIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09e80cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Categorical Exclusion for Projects of Limited Federal Assistance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An action by the Administrator to approve, permit, finance, or otherwise authorize any airport project that is undertaken by the sponsor, owner, or operator of a public-use airport shall be presumed to be covered by a categorical exclusion under FAA Order 1050.1F (or any successor document), if such project—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09e80cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>receives less than $6,000,000 (as adjusted annually by the Administrator to reflect any increases in the Consumer Price Index prepared by the Department of Labor) of Federal funds or funds from charges collected under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40117">section 40117 of title 49, United States Code</ref>; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09e80cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09e80ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Cost estimate.</p></sidenote><content>has a total estimated cost of not more than $35,000,000 (as adjusted annually by the Administrator to reflect any increases in the Consumer Price Index prepared by the Department of Labor) and Federal funds comprising less than 15 percent of the total estimated project cost.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09e80cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Categorical Exclusion in Emergencies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An action by the Administrator to approve, permit, finance, or otherwise authorize an airport project that is undertaken by the sponsor, owner, or operator of a public-use airport shall be presumed to be covered by a categorical exclusion under FAA Order 1050.1F (or any successor document), if such project is—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09e80d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>for the repair or reconstruction of any airport facility, runway, taxiway, or similar structure that is in operation or under construction when damaged by an emergency declared by the Governor of the State with concurrence of the Administrator or for a disaster or emergency declared by the President pursuant to the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5121/etseq">42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09e80d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in the same location with the same capacity, dimensions, and design as the original airport facility, runway, taxiway, or similar structure as before the declaration described in this section; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09e80d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09e80d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09e80d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><content>commenced within a 2-year period beginning on the date of a declaration described in this section.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09e80d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09e80d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Extraordinary Circumstances</inline>.—</heading><content>The presumption that an action is covered by a categorical exclusion under subsections (a) and (b) shall not apply if the Administrator determines that extraordinary circumstances exist with respect to such action.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09e80d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to impact any aviation safety authority of the Administrator.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09e80d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09e80d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Categorical exclusion</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>categorical exclusion</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s1508.1/d">section 1508.1(d) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1315">138 STAT. 1315</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09e80da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s788/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public-use airport; sponsor</inline>.—</heading><content>The terms “public-use airport” and “sponsor” have the meanings given such terms in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47102">section 47102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e47956" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s789" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="789">SEC. 789. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09e80db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09e80dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09e80dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47171">49 USC 47171 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>UPDATING PRESUMED TO CONFORM LIMITS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall take such actions as are necessary to update the FAA’s list of actions that are presumed to conform to a State implementation plan pursuant to <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/s93.153/f">section 93.153(f) of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to include projects relating to the construction of aircraft hangars.</content></section> <section id="d9133e47975" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="790">SEC. 790. </num><heading>RECOMMENDATIONS ON REDUCING ROTORCRAFT NOISE IN DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09f1d1e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study on reducing rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09f1d1f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f1d20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the extent to which military operators consider operating over unpopulated areas outside of the District of Columbia for training missions;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4431-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the extent to which vehicles or aircraft other than conventional rotorcraft (such as unmanned aircraft) could be used for emergency and law enforcement response; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4432-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>the extent to which relevant operators and entities have assessed and addressed, as appropriate, the noise impacts of various factors of operating rotorcraft, including, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4433-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>altitude;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4434-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the number of flights;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4435-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>flight paths;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4436-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>time of day of flights;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4437-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>types of aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4438-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/3/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>operating procedures; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4439-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/b/3/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>pilot training.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09f443a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09f443b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on preliminary observations, with a report to follow at a date agreed upon at the time of the briefing, containing—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f443c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the contents of the study conducted under subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f443d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09f443e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09f443f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>any recommendations for the reduction of rotorcraft noise in the District of Columbia.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09f4440-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/d" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Relevant Operators and Entities Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>relevant operators and entities</term>” means—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4441-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the Chief of Police of the Metropolitan Police Department of the District of Columbia;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4442-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any medical rotorcraft operator that routinely flies a rotorcraft over the District of Columbia; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09f4443-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s790/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>any other operator that routinely flies a rotorcraft over the District of Columbia.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e48101" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="791">SEC. 791. </num><heading>UFP STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09fe084-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09fe085-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09fe086-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09fe087-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with the National Academies under which the <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1316">138 STAT. 1316</page> National Research Council shall carry out a study examining airborne ultrafine particles and the effect of such particles on airport-adjacent communities.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09fe088-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope of Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the study under subsection (a), the National Research Council shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe089-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09fe08a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Summaries.</p></sidenote><content>summarize the relevant literature and studies done on airborne UFPs worldwide;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe08b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>focus on large hub airports;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe08c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09fe08d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>examine airborne UFPs and the potential effect of such UFPs on airport-adjacent communities, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe08e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>characteristics of UFPs present in the air;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe08f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>spatial and temporal distributions of UFP concentrations;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe090-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>primary sources of UFPs;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe091-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the contribution of aircraft and airport operations to the distribution of UFP concentrations compared to other sources;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe092-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>potential health effects associated with elevated UFP exposures, including outcomes related to cardiovascular disease, respiratory infection and disease, degradation of neurocognitive functions, and other health effects; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe093-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/3/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>potential UFP exposures, especially to susceptible groups;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe094-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>consider the concentration of UFPs resulting from various aviation fuel sources including aviation gasoline, sustainable aviation fuel, and hydrogen, to the extent practicable;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe095-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>identify measures intended to reduce the release of UFPs; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb09fe096-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>identify information gaps related to understanding potential relationships between UFP exposures and health effects, contributions of aviation-related emissions to UFP exposures, and the effectiveness of mitigation measures.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09fe097-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may coordinate with the heads of such other agencies that the Administrator considers appropriate to provide data and other assistance necessary for the study.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09fe098-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09fe099-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb09fe09a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the National Research Council submits of the results of the study to the Administrator, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the results of the study carried out under subsection (a), including any recommendations based on such study.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb09fe09b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s791/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of Ultrafine Particle</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the terms “ultrafine particle” and “UFP” mean particles with diameters less than or equal to 100 nanometers.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e48235" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="792">SEC. 792. </num><heading>AIRCRAFT NOISE ADVISORY COMMITTEE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a0a3ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish an Aircraft Noise Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the “Advisory Committee”) to advise the Administrator on issues facing the aviation community that are related to aircraft noise exposure and existing FAA noise policies and regulations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a0a3ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appointments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall appoint the members of the Advisory Committee, which shall be comprised of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>at least 1 representative of each of—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1317">138 STAT. 1317</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>engine manufacturers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>air carriers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>airport owners or operators;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>aircraft manufacturers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>advanced air mobility manufacturers or operators; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b/1/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>institutions of higher education; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>representatives of airport-adjacent communities from geographically diverse regions.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The duties of the Advisory Committee shall include—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the evaluation of existing research on aircraft noise impacts and annoyance;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the assessment of alternative noise metrics that could be used to supplement or replace the existing Day Night Level standard, in consultation with the National Academies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the evaluation of the current 65-decibel exposure threshold, including the impact to land use compatibility around airports if such threshold was lowered;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the evaluation of current noise mitigation strategies and the community engagement efforts by the FAA with respect to changes in airspace utilization, such as the integration of new entrants and usage of performance-based navigation; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>other duties determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a0a3fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a0a3ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a0a400-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a401-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of establishment of the Advisory Committee, the Advisory Committee shall submit to the Administrator a report on any recommended changes to current aviation noise policies.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a0a402-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date the Administrator receives the report under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing the recommendations made by the Advisory Committee.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a0a403-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a0a404-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a0a405-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 days after submission of the report under paragraph (2), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on how the Administrator plans to implement recommendations contained in the report and, for each recommendation that the Administrator does not plan to implement, the reason of the Administrator for not implementing the recommendation.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a0a406-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s792/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Advisory Committee shall consult with other relevant Federal agencies, including the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, in carrying out the duties described in section (c).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e48398" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="793">SEC. 793. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a0a407-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>COMMUNITY COLLABORATION PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a1b578-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall continue existing community engagement activities under the designation of a Community Collaboration Program (in this section referred to as the “Program”).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a1b579-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b57a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the Program, the Administrator shall facilitate and harmonize, as appropriate, policies and procedures carried out by various offices of the FAA pertaining to community engagement relating to—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1318">138 STAT. 1318</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b57b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>airport planning and development;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b57c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>noise and environmental policy;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b57d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>NextGen implementation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b57e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>air traffic route changes;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b57f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>integration of new and emerging entrants; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b580-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/1/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>other topics with respect to which community engagement is critical to program success.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b581-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Specified responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the Program, the Administrator shall be responsible for—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b582-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>updating the internal guidance of the FAA for community engagement based on—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b583-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>best practices of other Federal agencies and external organizations with expertise in community engagement;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b584-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>interviews with impacted residents; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b585-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>recommendations solicited from individuals and local government officials in communities adversely impacted by aircraft noise;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b586-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>coordinating with the Air Traffic Organization on community engagement efforts related to air traffic procedure changes to ensure that impacted communities are consulted in a meaningful way;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b587-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>coordination with Regional Ombudsmen of the FAA;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b588-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><chapeau>oversight, streamlining, and increasing the responsiveness of the noise complaint process of the FAA by—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b589-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/D/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>centralizing noise complaint data and improving data collection methodologies;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b58a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/D/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>ensuring such Regional Ombudsmen are consulted in local air traffic procedure development decisions; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b58b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/D/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>collecting feedback from such Regional Ombudsmen to inform national policymaking efforts;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b58c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><chapeau>timely implementation of the recommendations, as appropriate, made by the Comptroller General to the Secretary contained in the report titled “Aircraft Noise: FAA Could Improve Outreach Through Enhanced Noise Metrics, Communication, and Support to Communities”, issued in September 2021 (GAO–21–103933) to improve the outreach of the FAA to local communities impacted by aircraft noise, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b58d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/E/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau>any recommendations to—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b58e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/E/i/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>identify appropriate supplemental metrics for assessing noise impacts and circumstances for their use to aid in the internal assessment of the FAA of noise impacts related to proposed flight path changes;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b58f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/E/i/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>update guidance to incorporate additional tools to more clearly convey expected impacts, such as other noise metrics and visualization tools; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b590-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/E/i/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>improve guidance to airports and communities on effectively engaging with the FAA; and</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b591-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/E/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>any other recommendations included in the report that would assist the FAA in improving outreach to communities affected by aircraft noise;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1319">138 STAT. 1319</page></content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1b592-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>ensuring engagement with local community groups as appropriate in conducting the other responsibilities described in this section; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1dca3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/b/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>other responsibilities as considered appropriate by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a1dca4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a1dca5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the Administrator implements the recommendations described in subsection (b)(2)(E), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress describing—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1dca6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the implementation of each such recommendation;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1dca7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>how any recommended actions are assisting the Administrator in improving outreach to communities affected by aircraft noise and other community engagement concerns; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a1dca8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>any challenges or barriers that limit or prevent the ability of the Administrator to take such actions.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a1dca9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s793/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to require the Administrator to alter the organizational structure of the FAA nor change the reporting structure of any employee.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e48607" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="794">SEC. 794. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a1dcaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">District of Columbia.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a1dcab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47501">49 USC 47501 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>INFORMATION SHARING REQUIREMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a22acc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a22acd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a22ace-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a22acf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, acting through the Administrator, shall establish a mechanism to make helicopter noise complaint data accessible to the FAA, to helicopter operators operating in the Washington, DC area, and to the public on a website of the FAA, based on the recommendation of the Government Accountability Office in the report titled “Aircraft Noise: Better Information Sharing Could Improve Responses to Washington, D.C. Area Helicopter Noise Concerns”, published on January 7, 2021 (GAO–21–200).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a22ad0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Cooperation</inline>.—</heading><content>Any helicopter operator operating in the Washington, DC area shall, to the extent practicable, provide helicopter noise complaint data to the FAA through the mechanism established under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a22ad1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a22ad2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Helicopter noise complaint data</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>helicopter noise complaint data</term>”—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a251e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>means general data relating to a complaint made by an individual about helicopter noise in the Washington, DC area and may include—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a251e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the location and description of the event that is the subject of the complaint;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a251e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the start and end time of such event;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a251e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c/1/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>a description of the aircraft that is the subject of the complaint; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a251e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c/1/A/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>the airport name associated with such event; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a251e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>does not include the personally identifiable information of the individual who submitted the complaint.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a251e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s794/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Washington, dc area</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>Washington, DC area</term>” means the area inside of a 30-mile radius surrounding Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e48701" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s795" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="795">SEC. 795. </num><heading>MECHANISMS TO REDUCE HELICOPTER NOISE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a278fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s795/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a278fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a278fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Study.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a278fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1320">138 STAT. 1320</page> study to examine ways in which a State, territorial, or local government may mitigate the negative impacts of commercial helicopter noise.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a278fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s795/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a278ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s795/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the varying degree of commercial helicopter operations in different communities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a27900-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s795/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>actions that State and local governments have taken, and authorities such governments have used, to reduce the impact of commercial helicopter noise and the success of such actions.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a27901-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVII/stC/s795/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall provide to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the findings of the study conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num value="VIII">TITLE VIII—</num><heading>GENERAL AVIATION</heading> <section id="d9133e48762" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s801" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="801">SEC. 801. </num><heading>REEXAMINATION OF PILOTS OR CERTIFICATE HOLDERS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0a2a012-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Pilot’s Bill of Rights (<ref href="/us/pl/112/153">Public Law 112–153</ref>)<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a2a013-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/stat/126/1164">126 Stat. 1164</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0a2ee34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658141"><num class="fontsize12" value="5">“SEC. 5. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a2ee35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize12">REEXAMINATION OF AN AIRMAN CERTIFICATE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a2ee37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notification.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall provide timely, written notification to an individual subject to a reexamination of an airman certificate issued under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch447">chapter 447 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a2ee39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Information Required</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In providing notification under subsection (a), the Administrator shall inform the individual—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>of the nature of the reexamination and the specific activity on which the reexamination is necessitated;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>that the reexamination shall occur within 1 year from the date of the notice provided by the Administrator, however, if the reexamination is not conducted within 30 days, the Administrator may restrict passenger carrying operations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>that if such reexamination is not conducted after 1 year from date of notice, the airman certificate of the individual may be suspended or revoked; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a2ee3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>when, as determined by the Administrator, an oral or written response to the notification from the Administrator is not required.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section prohibits the Administrator from reexamining a certificate holder if the Administrator has reasonable grounds—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>to establish that an airman may not be qualified to exercise the privileges of a certificate or rating based upon an act or omission committed by the airman while exercising such privileges or performing ancillary duties associated with the exercise of such privileges; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>to demonstrate that the airman obtained such a certificate or rating through fraudulent means or through an examination that was inadequate to establish the qualifications of an airman.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a2ee42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Standard of Review</inline>.—</heading><content>An order issued by the Administrator to amend, modify, suspend, or revoke an airman certificate <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1321">138 STAT. 1321</page> after reexamination of the airman is subject to the standard of review provided for under section 2 of this Act.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e48881" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="802">SEC. 802. </num><heading>GAO REVIEW OF PILOT’S BILL OF RIGHTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a33c63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a33c64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a36375-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Study.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a study of the implementation of the Pilot’s Bill of Rights.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a36376-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall review—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a36377-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the implementation and application of the Pilot’s Bill of Rights;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a36378-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the application of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure and the Federal Rules of Evidence to covered proceedings by the National Transportation Safety Board, as required by section 2 of the Pilot’s Bill of Rights;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a36379-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the appeal process and the typical length of time associated with a final determination in a covered proceeding; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a3637a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>any impacts of the implementation of the Pilot’s Bill of Rights.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a3637b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a3637c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/c/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered proceeding</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>covered proceeding</term>” means a proceeding conducted under subpart C, D, or F of <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/pt821">part 821 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, relating to denial, amendment, modification, suspension, or revocation of an airman certificate.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a3637d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s802/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10 smallCaps">Pilot’s bill of rights<inline class="noSmallCaps">.—</inline></heading><content>The term “<term>Pilot’s Bill of Rights</term>” means the Pilot’s Bill of Rights (<ref href="/us/pl/112/153">Public Law 112–153</ref>).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e48964" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s803" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="803">SEC. 803. </num><heading>DATA PRIVACY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a3b19e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s803/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch441">Chapter 441 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0a426cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44114">“§ 44114.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44114">49 USC 44114</ref>.</p></sidenote> Privacy</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a426d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 552(b)(3) of title 5, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall establish and update as necessary a process by which, upon request of a private aircraft owner or operator, the Administrator withholds the registration number and other similar identifiable data or information, except for physical markings required by law, of the aircraft of the owner or operator from any broad dissemination or display (except in furnished data or information made available to or from a Government agency pursuant to a government contract, subcontract, or agreement, including for traffic management purposes) for the noncommercial flights of the owner or operator.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a426d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Withholding Personally Identifiable Information on the Aircraft Registry</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedure.</p></sidenote>Not later than 2 years after the enactment of this Act and notwithstanding any other provision of law, including section 552(b)(3) of title 5, the Administrator shall establish a procedure by which, upon request of a private aircraft owner or operator, the Administrator shall withhold from broad dissemination or display by the FAA (except in furnished data or information made available to or from a Government agency pursuant to a government contract, subcontract, or agreement, including for traffic management purposes) the personally identifiable information of such individual, including on a publicly available website of the FAA.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1322">138 STAT. 1322</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a426d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">ICAO Aircraft Identification Code</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish a program for aircraft owners and operators to apply for a new ICAO aircraft identification code.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the program described in paragraph (1), the Administrator shall require—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Attestation.</p></sidenote><content>each applicant to attest to a safety or security need in applying for a new ICAO aircraft identification code; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><content>each approved applicant who obtains a new ICAO aircraft identification code to comply with all applicable aspects of, or related to, <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt45">part 45 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, including updating an aircraft’s registration number and N–Number to reflect such aircraft’s new ICAO aircraft identification code.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a426e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">ADS–B</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>ADS–B</term>’ means automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">ICAO</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>ICAO</term>’ means the International Civil Aviation Organization.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Personally identifiable information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term ‘<term>personally identifiable information</term>’ means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the mailing address or registration address of an individual;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>an electronic address (including an email address) of an individual; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>the telephone number of an individual.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a426e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>the names of the aircraft owner or operator, if the owner or operator is an individual.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a426e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s803/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch441">chapter 441 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44101. </p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44114. </designator> <label>Privacy.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a426eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s803/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeals.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 566 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44103">49 U.S.C. 44103 note</ref>) and the item relating to such section in the table of contents under section 1(b) of such Act are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e49193" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s804" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="804">SEC. 804. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a426ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>ACCOUNTABILITY FOR AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION NUMBERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a4750e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s804/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a4750f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a47510-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate a review of the process for reserving aircraft registration numbers to ensure that such process offers an equal opportunity for members of the general public to obtain specific aircraft registration numbers.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a47511-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s804/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Assessment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review under subsection (a), the Administrator shall assess the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a47512-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s804/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Whether the use of readily available software to prevent computer or web-based auto-fill systems from reserving aircraft registration numbers in bulk would improve participation in the reservation process by the general public.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a47513-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s804/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Whether a limit should be imposed on the number of consecutive years a person may reserve an aircraft registration number.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a47514-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s804/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a47515-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a47516-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the review conducted under subsection (a), including any recommendations of the Administrator to improve <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1323">138 STAT. 1323</page> equal participation in the process for reserving aircraft registration numbers by the general public.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e49253" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s805" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="805">SEC. 805. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a47517-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a47518-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TIMELY RESOLUTION OF INVESTIGATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a4c239-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s805/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a4c23a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of issuance of a letter of investigation to any person, as required by section 2(b) of the Pilot’s Bill of Rights (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 U.S.C. 44703 note</ref>), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a4c23b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s805/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>make a determination regarding such investigation and pursue subsequent action; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a4c23c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s805/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>close such investigation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a4c23d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s805/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a4c23e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Approvals.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Extension</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a4c23f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s805/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>If, upon review of the facts and status of an investigation described in subsection (a), the Administrator determines that the time provided to make a final determination or close such investigation is insufficient, the Administrator shall approve an extension of such investigation for 2 years.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a4c240-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s805/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional extensions</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may approve consecutive extensions under paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a4c241-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s805/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Delegation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may not delegate the authority to approve an extension described in subsection (b) to anyone other than the leadership of the Administration as described in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/b">section 106(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e49333" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="806">SEC. 806. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a4c242-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ALL MAKES AND MODELS AUTHORIZATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a53773-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a53774-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a53775-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Unlimited letter of authorization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall take such action as may be necessary to allow for the issuance of letters of authorizations to airmen with the authorization for—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a53776-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>all types and makes of experimental high–performance single engine piston powered aircraft; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a53777-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>all types and makes of experimental high–performance multiengine piston powered aircraft.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a53778-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An individual who holds a letter of authorization and applies for an authorization described in paragraph (1)(A) or (1)(B)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a53779-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>shall be given an all-makes and models authorization of—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5377a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>experimental single–engine piston powered authorized aircraft; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5377b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>experimental multiengine piston powered authorized aircraft;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5377c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>shall hold the appropriate category and class rating for the authorized aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5377d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>shall hold 3 experimental aircraft authorizations in aircraft of the same category and class rating for the authorization sought; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5377e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>may become qualified in additional experimental aircraft by completing aircraft-specific ground and flight training.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a5377f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section may be construed to disallow an individual from being given both an authorization described in paragraph (1)(A) and an authorization described in paragraph (1)(B).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a53780-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Failure to Comply</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1324">138 STAT. 1324</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a53781-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a53782-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a53783-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator fails to implement subsection (a) within the time period prescribed in such subsection, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the status of the implementation of such subsection on a monthly basis until the implementation is complete.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a53784-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s806/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">No delegation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may not delegate the briefing described in paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e49455" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s807" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="807">SEC. 807. </num><heading>RESPONSE TO LETTER OF INVESTIGATION.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0a55e95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">   Section 2(b) of the Pilot’s Bill of Rights (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 U.S.C. 44703 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a55e96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Response to letter of investigation</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a585a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a585a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>If an individual decides to respond to a Letter of Investigation described in paragraph (2)(B), such individual may respond not later than 30 days after receipt of such Letter, including providing written comments on the incident to the investigating office.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a585a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to diminish the authority of the Administrator (as of the day before the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024) to take emergency action relating to an airman certificate.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e49503" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="808">SEC. 808. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a585aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading>ADS–B OUT EQUIPAGE STUDY; VEHICLE-TO-VEHICLE LINK PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a5d3cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study and Briefing on ADS–B Out Equipage</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5fadc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a5fadd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall initiate a study to determine—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5fade-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the number of aircraft registered in the United States, and any other aerial vehicles operating in the airspace of the United States, that are not equipped with Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast out equipment (in this section referred to as “ADS–B out”);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5fadf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a5fae0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><content>the requirements for, and impact of, expanding the dual-link architecture that is used below an altitude of flight level 180;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5fae1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a5fae2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Costs.</p></sidenote><content>the costs and benefits of equipage of ADS–B out;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5fae3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a5fae4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Costs.</p></sidenote><content>the costs and benefits of any accommodation made for aircraft with inoperable ADS–B out;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5fae5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>reasons why aircraft owners choose not to equip or use an aircraft with ADS–B out; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5fae6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a/1/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>ways to further incentivize aircraft owners to equip and use aircraft with ADS–B out.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5fae7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the results of the study conducted under paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a5fae8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a5fae9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Vehicle-to-vehicle Link Program</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and the Chair of the Federal Communications Commission, shall establish an interagency coordination program to advance vehicle-to-vehicle link initiatives that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5faea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>enable the real-time digital exchange of key information between nearby aircraft; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1325">138 STAT. 1325</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a5faeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s808/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>are not reliant on ground infrastructure or air-to-ground communication links.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e49607" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s809" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="809">SEC. 809. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a5faec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ENSURING SAFE LANDINGS DURING OFF-AIRPORT OPERATIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Administrator shall not apply <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s91.119">section 91.119 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, in any manner that requires a pilot to continue a landing that is unsafe.</content></section> <section id="d9133e49622" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="810">SEC. 810. </num><heading>DEVELOPMENT OF LOW-COST VOLUNTARY ADS–B.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a6972d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a6972e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall prepare a report on the development of a suitable position reporting system for voluntary use in covered airspace to facilitate traffic awareness.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a6972f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical Advice</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In preparing the report under subsection (a), the Administrator shall solicit technical advice from representatives from—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a69730-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>industry groups, including pilots, aircraft owners, avionics manufacturers; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a69731-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any others determined necessary by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a69732-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In preparing the report under subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a69733-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>research and catalog domestic and international equipment, standards, and systems analogous to ADS–B available as of the date on which the report is completed;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a69734-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>address strengths and weaknesses of such equipment, standards, and systems, including with respect to cost;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a69735-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>to enable the development and voluntary use of portable, installed, low-cost position reporting systems for use in covered airspace—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a69736-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a69737-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a69738-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>provide recommendations on any regulatory and procedural changes to be taken by the Administrator or other Federal entities; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a69739-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>describe any equipment, standards, and systems that may need to be developed with respect to such reporting systems;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a6973a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a6973b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine market size, development costs, and barriers that may need to be overcome for the development of technology that enables such position reporting systems in covered airspace; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a6973c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a6973d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Strategy.</p></sidenote><chapeau>include a communication strategy that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a6973e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>targets potential users of such position reporting systems as soon as such technology is available for commercial use; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a6973f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/c/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>promotes the benefits of the voluntary use in covered airspace of position reporting systems to enhance traffic awareness.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a69740-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 days after the date on which the report prepared under subsection (a) is finalized, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the report prepared under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a69741-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a6be52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered airspace</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>covered airspace</term>” means airspace for which the use of ADS–B out equipment on an aircraft is not required under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s91.225">section 91.225 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>,</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a6be53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s810/e/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">ADS–B</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>ADS–B</term>” means Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1326">138 STAT. 1326</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e49768" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="811">SEC. 811. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a6be54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 USC 40103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRSHOW SAFETY TEAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a73385-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a73386-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a73387-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator may, as determined necessary by the Administration, coordinate with the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee to establish an Airshow Safety Team focused on airshow and aerial event safety.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a73388-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Objective</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The objective of the Airshow Safety Team described in subsection (a) shall be to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a73389-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>serve as a mechanism for Federal Government and industry cooperation, communication, and coordination on airshow and aerial event safety; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7338a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>reduce airshow and aerial event accidents and incidents through non-regulatory, proactive safety strategies.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a7338b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a7338c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Strategies.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the objectives pursuant to subsection (b), the Airshow Safety Team shall, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7338d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a7338e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>perform an analysis of airshow and aerial event accidents and incidents in conjunction with the Safety Analysis Team;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7338f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a73390-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a73391-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a73392-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a73393-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>publish and update every 2 years after initial publication an Airshow Safety Plan that incorporates consensus based and data driven mitigation measures and non-regulatory safety strategies to improve and promote safety of the public, performers, and airport personnel; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a73394-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>engage the airshow and aerial event community to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a73395-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>communicate non-regulatory, proactive safety strategies identified by the Airshow Safety Plan to mitigate incidents; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a73396-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>discuss best practices to uphold and maintain safety at events.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a73397-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may request the Airshow Safety Team be comprised of at least 10 individuals, each of whom shall have knowledge or a background in the planning, execution, operation, or management of an airshow or aerial event.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a73398-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a73399-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Meetings</inline>.—</heading><content>The Airshow Safety Team shall meet at least twice a year at the direction of the co-chairs of the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a7339a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s811/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to require an amendment to the charter of the General Aviation Joint Safety Committee.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e49891" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s812" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="812">SEC. 812. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a7339b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p></sidenote><heading>AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION VALIDITY DURING RENEWAL.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a781bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s812/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44103">Section 44103 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfdd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Validity of Aircraft Registration During Renewal</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An aircraft may be operated on or after the expiration date found on the certificate of registration issued for such aircraft under this section as if it were not expired if the operator of such aircraft has aboard the aircraft—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfdf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>documentation validating that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfe0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>an aircraft registration renewal application form (AC Form 8050–1B, or a succeeding form) has been submitted to the Administrator for such aircraft but not yet approved or denied; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfe1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a7cfe2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><content>such aircraft is compliant with maintenance, inspections, and any other requirements for the aircraft’s airworthiness certificate issued under section 44704(d); and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1327">138 STAT. 1327</page></content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfe3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the most recent aircraft registration.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfe4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Proof of pending renewal application</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall provide an applicant for renewal of registration under this section with documentation described in paragraph (1)(A). Such documentation shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfe5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>be made electronically available to the applicant immediately upon submitting an aircraft registration renewal application to the Civil Aviation Registry for an aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfe6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a7cfe7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notification.</p></sidenote><content>notify the applicant of the operational allowance described in paragraph (1);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfe8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>deem an aircraft’s airworthiness certificate issued under section 44704(d) as valid provided that the applicant confirms acknowledgment of the requirements of paragraph (1)(A)(ii);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfe9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>confirm the applicant acknowledged the limitations described in paragraph (3)(A) and (3)(B); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>include identifying information pertaining to such aircraft and to the registered owner.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to permit any person to operate an aircraft—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>with an expired registration, except as specifically provided for under this subsection; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>if the Administrator has denied an application to renew the registration of such aircraft.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a7cfee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s812/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a7cfef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a7cff0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a7cff1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44103">49 USC 44103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking; Guidance</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 36 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a final rule, if necessary, and update all applicable guidance and policies to reflect the amendment made by this section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e50037" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s813" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="813">SEC. 813. </num><heading>TEMPORARY AIRMAN CERTIFICATES.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0a7f702-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">Section 44703 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a81e13-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="l">“(l) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Temporary Airman Certificate</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>An individual may obtain a temporary airman certificate from the Administrator after requesting a permanent replacement airman certificate issued under this section. A temporary airman certificate shall be—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a81e14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau>made available—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a81e15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>electronically to the individual immediately upon submitting an online application for a replacement certificate to the Administrator; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a81e16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau>physically to the individual at a flight standards district office—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a81e17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>if the individual submits an online application for a replacement certificate; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0a81e18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>if the individual applies for a permanent replacement certificate other than by online application and such application has been received by the Federal Aviation Administration; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a81e19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>destroyed upon receipt of the permanent replacement airman certificate from the Administrator.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e50095" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="814">SEC. 814. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a81e1a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>LETTER OF DEVIATION AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a86c3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A flight instructor, registered owner, lessor, or lessee of a covered aircraft shall not be required to obtain a letter of deviation authority from the Administrator to allow, conduct, or receive flight training, checking, and testing in such aircraft if—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1328">138 STAT. 1328</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a86c3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the flight instructor is not providing both the training and the aircraft;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a86c3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>no person advertises or broadly offers the aircraft as available for flight training, checking, or testing; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a86c3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>no person receives compensation for use of the aircraft for a specific flight during which flight training, checking, or testing was received, other than expenses for owning, operating, and maintaining the aircraft.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a86c3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814/b" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered Aircraft Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>covered aircraft</term>” means—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a86c40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>an experimental category aircraft;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a86c41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>a limited category aircraft; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a86c42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s814/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>a primary category aircraft.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e50156" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s815" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="815">SEC. 815. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a86c43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>BASICMED FOR EXAMINERS ADMINISTERING TESTS OR PROFICIENCY CHECKS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a89354-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s815/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Equivalent Pilot-in-command Medical Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s61.23/a/3/iv">section 61.23(a)(3)(iv) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, an examiner may administer a practical test or proficiency check if such examiner meets the medical qualification requirements under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt68">part 68 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, if the operation being conducted is in a covered aircraft, as such term is defined in section 2307(j) of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 U.S.C. 44703 note</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a89355-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s815/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a89356-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a final rule to update <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt61">part 61 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to implement the requirements under subsection (a), in addition to any related requirements the Administrator finds are in the interest of aviation safety.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e50201" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s816" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="816">SEC. 816. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a89357-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a89358-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a89359-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Website.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a8935a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DESIGNEE LOCATOR TOOL IMPROVEMENTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0a8ba6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall ensure that the designee locator search function of the public website of the Designee Management System of the Administration has the functionality to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a8ba6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s816/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>filter a search for an Aviation Medical Examiner (as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s183.21">section 183.21 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>) by sex, if such information is available;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a8ba6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s816/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>display credentials and aircraft qualifications of a designated pilot examiner (as described in section 183.23 of such title); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a8ba6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s816/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>display the scheduling availability of a designated pilot examiner (as described in section 183.23 of such title) to administer a test or proficiency check to an airman.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e50239" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s817" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="817">SEC. 817. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a8ba6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44103">49 USC 44103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DEADLINE TO ELIMINATE AIRCRAFT REGISTRATION BACKLOG.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to reduce and maintain the aircraft registration and recordation backlog at the Civil Aviation Registry so that, on average, applications are processed not later than 10 business days after receipt.</content></section> <section id="d9133e50251" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="818">SEC. 818. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a8e180-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a8e181-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41108">49 USC 41108 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PART 135 AIR CARRIER CERTIFICATE BACKLOG.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a92fa2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a92fa3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to achieve the goal of reducing the backlog <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1329">138 STAT. 1329</page> of air carrier certificate applications under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a92fa4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, maintain an average application acceptance or rejection time of less than 60 days; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a92fa5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, maintain an average application acceptance or rejection time of less than 30 days.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a92fa6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Measures</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In meeting the goal under subsection (a), the Administrator may—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a92fa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>assign, as appropriate, additional personnel or support staff, including on a temporary basis, to review, adjudicate, and approve applications;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a92fa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>improve and expand promotion of existing applicant resources which could improve the quality of applications submitted to decrease the need for Administration applicant coordination and communications; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a92fa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>take into consideration any third-party entity that assisted in the preparation of an application for an air carrier certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a92faa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s818/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a92fab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a92fac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, and not less than every 6 months thereafter until the Administrator complies with the requirements under subsection (a)(2), the Administrator shall provide a briefing to appropriate committees of Congress on the status of the backlog of air carrier certificate applications under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, any measures the Administrator has put in place under subsection (b).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e50338" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="819">SEC. 819. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a92fad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a92fae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading>ENHANCING PROCESSES FOR AUTHORIZING AIRCRAFT FOR SERVICE IN COMMUTER AND ON-DEMAND OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment of Working Group</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a9a4e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish a part 135 aircraft conformity working group (in this section referred to as the “Working Group”).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a9a4e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Study.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Working Group shall study methods and make recommendations to clarify requirements and standardize the process for conducting and completing aircraft conformity processes in a timely manner for existing operators and air carriers operating aircraft under part 135 and entering such aircraft into service.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><content>The Working Group shall be comprised of representatives of the FAA, existing operators and air carriers operating aircraft under part 135, associations or trade groups representing such operators or air carriers, and, as appropriate, labor groups representing employees of air carriers operating under part 135.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Working Group shall consider all aspects of the FAA processes as of the date of enactment of this Act for ensuring aircraft conformity and make recommendations to enhance such processes, including with respect to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>methodologies for air carriers and operators to document and attest to aircraft conformity in accordance with the requirements of part 135;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1330">138 STAT. 1330</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>streamlined protocols for operators and air carriers operating aircraft under part 135 to add an aircraft that was listed on another part 135 certificate immediately prior to moving to a new air carrier or operator; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>changes to FAA policy and documentation necessary to implement the recommendations of the Working Group.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a9a4ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Administrator establishes the Working Group, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the progress made by the Working Group in carrying out the duties specified in subsection (c), recommendations of the Working Group, and the efforts of the Administrator to implement such recommendations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0a9a4eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s819/e" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of Part 135</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>part 135</term>” means <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e50442" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s820" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="820">SEC. 820. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a9a4ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a9a4ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a9a4ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a9a4ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44939">49 USC 44939 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATES.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0a9cc00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a final rule for the rulemaking activity titled “Removal of the Expiration Date on a Flight Instructor Certificate”, published in Fall 2022 in the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions (RIN 2120–AL25) to, at a minimum, update <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt61">part 61 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a9cc01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s820/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>remove the expiration date on a flight instructor certificate; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0a9cc02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s820/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>replace the requirement that a flight instructor renews their flight instructor certificate with appropriate recent experience requirements for the holder of a flight instructor certificate to exercise the privileges of such certificate.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e50473" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="821">SEC. 821. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0a9cc03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CONSISTENCY OF POLICY APPLICATION IN FLIGHT STANDARDS AND AIRCRAFT CERTIFICATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aa6844-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aa6845-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Audits.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall initiate audits, as described in subsection (d), of the Flight Standards and Aircraft Certification Services of the FAA, and the personnel of such offices, on the consistency of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa6846-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the interpretation of policies, orders, guidance, and regulations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa6847-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the application of policies, orders, guidance, and regulations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aa6848-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aa6849-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Interviews.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Components</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In completing the audits required under this section, the inspector general shall interview stakeholders, including at a minimum, individuals or entities that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa684a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>hold a certificate or authorization related to the issue being audited under subsection (d);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa684b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>are from different regions of the country with matters before different flight standards district offices or before different FAA Flight Standards Service and Aircraft Certification Service offices;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa684c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>work with multiple flight standards district offices or aircraft certification offices of the Administration; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa684d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>hold a single or multiple relevant certificates or authorizations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aa684e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aa684f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aa6850-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports</inline>.—</heading><content>The inspector general of the Department of Transportation shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress, the Secretary, and the Administrator a report for each audit <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1331">138 STAT. 1331</page> required in this section, containing the results of the audit, including findings and necessary recommendations to the Administrator to improve the consistency of decision-making by Flight Standards and Aircraft Certification Services offices of the Administration.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aa6851-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Audits</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The inspector general shall complete an audit and issue the associated report required under subsection (c) not later than—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa6852-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, with regard to supplemental type certificates;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa6853-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>34 months after the date of enactment of this Act, with regard to repair stations certificated under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt145">part 145 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa6854-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>50 months after the date of enactment of this Act, with regard to technical standards orders.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aa6855-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In addressing any recommendations from the inspector general contained in the reports required under subsection (c), the Administrator may—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa6856-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aa6857-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>maintain an implementation plan; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aa6858-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>broadly adopt any best practices to improve the consistency of interpretation and application of policies, orders, guidance, and regulations by other offices of the Administration and with regard to other activities of the Administration.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aa6859-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s821/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aa685a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after receiving a report required under subsection (c), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the implementation plan required under subsection (d), the status of any recommendation received pursuant to this section, and any best practices that are being implemented more broadly.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e50618" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s822" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="822">SEC. 822. </num><heading>APPLICATION OF POLICIES, ORDERS, AND GUIDANCE.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0aa8f6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">Section 44701 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aab67c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Policies, Orders, and Guidance</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aab67d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consistency of application</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall ensure consistency in the application of policies, orders, and guidance of the Administration by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aab67e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aab67f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Audits.</p></sidenote><content>audits of the application and interpretation of such material by Administration personnel from person to person and office to office;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aab680-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aab681-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><content>updating policies, orders, and guidance to resolve inconsistencies and clarify demonstrated ambiguities, such as through repeated inconsistent interpretation; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aab682-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>ensuring officials are properly documenting findings and decisions throughout a project to decrease the occurrence of duplicative work and inconsistent findings by subsequent officials assigned to the same project.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aab683-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aab684-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Alterations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall consult as appropriate with regulated entities who will be impacted by proposed changes to the content or application of policies, orders, and guidance before making such changes.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aab685-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorities and regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall issue policies, orders, and guidance documents that are related to a law or regulation or clarify the intent of or compliance with specific laws and regulations.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1332">138 STAT. 1332</page></content></section> <section id="d9133e50699" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="823">SEC. 823. </num><heading>EXPANSION OF THE REGULATORY CONSISTENCY COMMUNICATIONS BOARD.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0ab04a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 224 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 U.S.C. 44701 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab04a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab04a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> a semicolon;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab04a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (3) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> a semicolon; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab04aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>the Office of Airports;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>the Office of Security and Hazardous Materials Safety;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><content>the Office of Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><content>such other offices as the Administrator determines appropriate.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)(1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>anonymous regulatory interpretation questions</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>regulatory interpretation questions, including anonymously,</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>anonymous regulatory interpretation questions</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>regulatory interpretation questions, including anonymously</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bc2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s823/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0ab2bc3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ab2bc4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ab2bc5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>Submit recommendations, as needed, to the Assistant Administrator for Rulemaking and Regulatory Improvement for consideration.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e50822" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s824" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="824">SEC. 824. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ab2bc6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44740">49 USC 44740 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>MODERNIZATION OF SPECIAL AIRWORTHINESS CERTIFICATION RULEMAKING DEADLINE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a final rule for the rulemaking activity titled “Modernization of Special Airworthiness Certification”, published in Fall 2022 in the long-term actions of the Unified Agenda of Federal Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions (RIN 2120–AL50).</content></section> <section id="d9133e50834" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s825" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="825">SEC. 825. </num><heading>EXCLUSION OF GYROPLANES FROM FUEL SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0ab79e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44737">Section 44737 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab79e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s825/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>rotorcraft</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>helicopter</quotedText>” each place it appears;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab79e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s825/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in the heading for paragraph (2) of subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">rotorcraft</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">helicopter</headingText></quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ab79ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s825/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ab79eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exception</inline>.—</heading><content>A helicopter issued an experimental certificate under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.191">section 21.191 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or any successor regulations), or operating under a Special Flight Permit issued under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.197">section 21.197 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or any successor regulations), is excepted from the requirements of this section.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e50904" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s826" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="826">SEC. 826. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ab79ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PUBLIC AIRCRAFT FLIGHT TIME LOGGING ELIGIBILITY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aba0fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s826/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Forestry and Fire Protection Flight Time Logging</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aba0fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s826/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of law, aircraft under the direct operational control of forestry and fire protection agencies are eligible to log pilot flight times, if the flight time was acquired by the pilot while engaged <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1333">138 STAT. 1333</page> on an official forestry or fire protection flight, in the same manner as aircraft under the direct operational control of a Federal, State, county, or municipal law enforcement agency.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0aba0ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s826/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Retroactive application</inline>.—</heading><content>Paragraph (1) shall be applied as if enacted on October 5, 2018.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0aba100-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s826/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aba101-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall make such regulatory changes as are necessary to conform to the requirements of this section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e50956" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="827">SEC. 827. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0aba102-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44714">49 USC 44714 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EAGLE INITIATIVE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ad4db3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">EAGLE Initiative</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad4db4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall continue to partner with industry and other Federal Government stakeholders in carrying out the Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions Initiative (in this section referred to as the “EAGLE Initiative”) through the end of 2030.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In collaborating with industry and other Government stakeholders to carry out the EAGLE Initiative, the Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary under the authority of the Administrator to facilitate—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the safe elimination of the use of leaded aviation gasoline by piston-engine aircraft by the end of 2030 without adversely affecting the safe and efficient operation of the piston-engine aircraft fleet;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the approval of the use of unleaded alternatives to leaded aviation gasoline for use in all piston-engine aircraft types and piston-engine models;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the implementation of the requirements of <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47107/a/22">section 47107(a)(22) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, as added by this Act, as such requirements relate to the continued availability of aviation gasoline;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>efforts to make unleaded aviation gasoline that is approved for use in piston-engine aircraft and engines widely available for purchase and use at airports in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>the development of a transition plan to safely enable the transition of the piston-engine general aviation aircraft fleet to unleaded aviation gasoline by 2030, to the extent practicable.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the responsibilities of the Administrator pursuant to paragraph (2), the Administrator shall, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>maintain a fleet authorization process for the efficient approval or authorization of eligible piston-engine aircraft and engine models to operate safely using qualified unleaded aviation gasolines;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>review, update, and prioritize, as soon as practicable, certification processes and projects, as necessary, for aircraft engines and modifications to such engines to operate with unleaded aviation gasoline;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>seek to facilitate programs that accelerate the creation, evaluation, qualification, deployment, and use of unleaded aviation gasolines;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1334">138 STAT. 1334</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>carry out, in partnership with the general aviation community, an ongoing campaign for training and educating aircraft owners and operators on how to safely transition to unleaded aviation gasoline;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>evaluate aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure that such aircraft and aircraft engines can safely operate with unleaded aviation gasoline candidates during cold weather conditions; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/3/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>facilitate the development of agency policies and processes, as appropriate, to support the deployment of necessary infrastructure at airports to enable the distribution and storage of unleaded aviation gasolines.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation and collaboration with relevant stakeholders</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the EAGLE Initiative, the Administrator shall continue to consult and collaborate, as appropriate, with relevant stakeholders, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>general aviation aircraft engine, aircraft propulsion, and aircraft airframe manufacturers;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>general aviation aircraft users, aircraft owners, aircraft pilots, and aircraft operators;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>airports and fixed-base operators;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/4/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>State, local, and Tribal aviation officials;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/4/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>representatives of the petroleum industry, including developers, refiners, producers, and distributors of unleaded aviation gasolines; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/4/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>air carriers and commercial operators operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Initial report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/5/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ad74dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Strategic plan.</p></sidenote><content>contains an updated strategic plan for maintaining a fleet authorization process for the efficient approval and authorization of eligible piston-engine aircraft and engine models to operate using unleaded aviation gasolines in a manner that ensures safety;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/5/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>describes the structure and involvement of all FAA offices that have responsibilities described in paragraph (2); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/5/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>identifies policy initiatives, regulatory initiatives, or legislative initiatives needed to improve and enhance the timely and safe transition to unleaded aviation gasoline for the piston-engine aircraft fleet.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ad74e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Annual briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date on which the Administrator submits the initial report under subparagraph (A), and annually thereafter through 2030, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on activities and progress of the EAGLE Initiative.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/a/5/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>Subparagraph (B) shall cease to be effective after December 31, 2030.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ad74e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transition Plan to Unleaded Aviation Gasoline</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ad74e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the transition plan under subsection (a)(2)(E), the Administrator may, at a minimum, assess the following:</chapeau><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1335">138 STAT. 1335</page> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>Efforts undertaken by the EAGLE Initiative, including progress towards—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>safely eliminating the use of leaded aviation gasoline by piston-engine aircraft by the end of 2030 without adversely affecting the safe and efficient operation of the piston-engine aircraft fleet;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>approving the use of unleaded alternatives to leaded aviation gasoline for use in all piston-engine aircraft types and piston-engine models; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>facilitating efforts to make approved unleaded aviation gasoline that is approved for use in piston-engine aircraft and engines widely available at airports for purchase and use in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ad74ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>The evaluation and development of necessary airport infrastructure, including fuel storage and dispensing facilities, to support the distribution and storage of unleaded aviation gasoline.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>The establishment of best practices for piston-engine aircraft owners and operators, airport operators and personnel, aircraft maintenance technicians, and other appropriate personnel for protecting against exposure to lead containment when—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>conducting fueling operations;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>disposing of inspected gasoline samples;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>performing aircraft maintenance; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/C/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>conducting engine run-ups.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad74f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>Efforts to address supply chain and other logistical barriers inhibiting the timely distribution of unleaded aviation gasoline to airports.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad9c01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Outreach efforts to educate and update piston-engine aircraft owners and operators, airport operators, and other members of the general aviation community on the potential benefits, availability, and safety of unleaded aviation gasoline.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad9c02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication; guidance</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Upon completion of developing such transition plan, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad9c03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ad9c04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ad9c05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>make the plan available to the public on an appropriate website of the FAA; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad9c06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>provide guidance supporting the implementation of the transition plan.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad9c07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Collaboration with eagle initiative</inline>.—</heading><content>In supporting the development of such transition plan and issuing associated guidance pertaining to the implementation of such transition plan, the Administrator shall consult and collaborate with individuals carrying out the EAGLE Initiative.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad9c08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Unleaded aviation gasoline communication materials</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may collaborate with individuals carrying out the EAGLE Initiative to jointly develop and continuously update websites, brochures, and other communication materials associated with such transition plan to clearly convey the availability of unleaded aviation gasoline at airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad9c09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ad9c0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the publication of such transition plan, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on such transition plan and any agency efforts or actions pertaining to the implementation of such transition plan.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1336">138 STAT. 1336</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ad9c0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s827/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to delay or alter the ongoing work of the EAGLE Initiative established by the Administrator in 2022.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e51319" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="828">SEC. 828. </num><heading>EXPANSION OF BASICMED.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0adea2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 2307 of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 U.S.C. 44703 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0adea2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae113e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (2) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0ae113f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>the individual holds a medical certificate issued by the Federal Aviation Administration or has held such a certificate at any time after July 14, 2006;”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae1140-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (7) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>calendar</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>months</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae1141-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/a/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in paragraph (8)(A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>5</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>6</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae1142-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (b)(2)(A)(i) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(or any successor form)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>(3–99)</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae1143-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (h) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ae1144-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ae1145-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Statistics.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report Required</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, the Administrator, in coordination with the National Transportation Safety Board, shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report that describes the effect of the regulations issued or revised under subsection (a) and includes statistics with respect to changes in small aircraft activity and safety incidents.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae1146-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (j) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ae3857-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">“(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered Aircraft Defined</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term ‘<term>covered aircraft</term>’ means an aircraft that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae3858-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>is authorized under Federal law to carry not more than 7 occupants;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae3859-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>has a maximum certificated takeoff weight of not more than 12,500 pounds; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae385a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>is not a transport category rotorcraft certified to airworthiness standards under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt29">part 29 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ae385b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ae385c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ae385d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall update regulations in parts 61 and 68 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, as necessary, to implement the amendments made by this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ae385e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s828/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ae385f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ae3860-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><content>Beginning on the date that is 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall apply parts 61 and 68, Code of Federal Regulations, in a manner reflecting the amendments made by this section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e51499" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s829" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="829">SEC. 829. </num><heading>PROHIBITION ON USING ADS–B OUT DATA TO INITIATE AN INVESTIGATION.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0ae5f71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46101">Section 46101 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ae5f72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on Using ADS–B Out Data to Initiate an Investigation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae5f73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other provision of this section, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration may not initiate an investigation (excluding a criminal investigation) of a person based exclusively on automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast data.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1337">138 STAT. 1337</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ae5f74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection shall prohibit the use of automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast data in an investigation that was initiated for any reason other than the review of automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast data, including if such investigation was initiated as a result of a report or complaint submitted to the Administrator.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e51547" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="830">SEC. 830. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ae5f75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CHARITABLE FLIGHT FUEL REIMBURSEMENT EXEMPTIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0af49d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0af49d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Rescissions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0af49d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Validity of exemption</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as otherwise provided in this subsection, an exemption from <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s61.113/c">section 61.113(c) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, that is granted by the Administrator for the purpose of allowing a volunteer pilot to accept reimbursement from a volunteer pilot organization for the fuel costs and airport fees attributed to a flight operation to provide charitable transportation pursuant to section 821 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) shall be valid for 5 years.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Failing to adhere</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator finds an exemption holder under paragraph (1) or a volunteer pilot fails to adhere to the conditions and limitations of the exemption described under such paragraph, the Administrator may rescind or suspend the exemption.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">No longer qualifying</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator finds that such exemption holder no longer qualifies as a volunteer pilot organization, the Administrator shall rescind such exemption.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Forgoing exemption</inline>.—</heading><content>If such exemption holder informs the Administrator that such holder no longer plans to exercise the authority granted by such exemption, the Administrator may rescind such exemption.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0af49dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional Requirements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A volunteer pilot organization may impose additional safety requirements on a volunteer pilot without—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>being considered—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/b/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>an air carrier (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40102">section 40102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>); or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/b/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>a commercial operator (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s1.1">section 1.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>); or</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>constituting common carriage.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection may be construed to limit or otherwise affect the authority of the Administrator to regulate, as appropriate, a flight operation associated with a volunteer pilot organization that constitutes a commercial operation or common carriage.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0af49e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reissuance of Existing Exemptions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In reissuing an expiring exemption described in subsection (a) that was originally issued prior to the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall ensure that the reissued exemption—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>accounts for the provisions of this section and section 821 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>is otherwise substantially similar to the previously issued exemption.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1338">138 STAT. 1338</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0af49e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Statutory Construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section shall be construed to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>affect the authority of the Administrator to exempt a pilot (exercising the private pilot privileges) from any restriction on receiving reimbursement for the fuel costs and airport fees attributed to a flight operation to provide charitable transportation; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>impose or authorize the imposition of any additional requirements by the Administrator on a flight that is arranged by a volunteer pilot organization in which the volunteer pilot—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>is not reimbursed the fuel costs and airport fees attributed to a flight operation to provide charitable flights; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>pays a pro rata share of expenses as described in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s61.113/c">section 61.113(c) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0af49ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Volunteer pilot</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>volunteer pilot</term>” means a person who—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/e/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>acts as a pilot in command of a flight operation to provide charitable transportation pursuant to section 821 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af49ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/e/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>holds a private pilot certificate, commercial pilot certificate, or an airline transportation pilot certificate issued under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt61">part 61 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0af7100-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s830/e/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Volunteer pilot organization</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>volunteer pilot organization</term>” has the meaning given such term in section 821(c) of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e51777" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="831">SEC. 831. </num><heading>GAO REPORT ON CHARITABLE FLIGHTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0afe631-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0afe632-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reviews.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a review of the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0afe633-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Applicable laws, regulations, policies, legal opinions, and guidance pertaining to charitable flights and the operations of such flights, including reimbursement of fuel costs.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0afe634-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0afe635-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><chapeau>Petitions for exemption from the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s61.113/c">section 61.113(c) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for the purpose of allowing a pilot to accept reimbursement for the fuel costs associated with a flight operation to provide charitable transportation pursuant to section 821 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>), including assessment of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0afe636-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0afe637-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><chapeau>the conditions and limitations a petitioner shall comply with if the exemption is granted and whether such conditions and limitations are—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0afe638-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a/2/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>applied to petitioners in a consistent manner; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0afe639-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a/2/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>commensurate with the types of flight operations exemption holders propose to conduct under any such exemptions;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0afe63a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>denied petitions for such an exemption and the reasons for the denial of such petitions; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0afe63b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the processing time of a petition for such an exemption.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1339">138 STAT. 1339</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0afe63c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0afe63d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><content>Charitable flights conducted without an exemption from <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s61.113/c">section 61.113(c) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, including an analysis of the certificates, qualifications, and aeronautical experience of the operators of such flights.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0afe63e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the review initiated under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall consult with charitable organizations, including volunteer pilot organizations, aircraft owners, and pilots who volunteer to provide transportation for or on behalf of a charitable organization, flight safety experts, and employees of the FAA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0afe63f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><content>As part of the review initiated under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall make recommendations, as determined appropriate, to the Administrator to improve the rules, policies, and guidance pertaining to charitable flight operations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0afe640-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s831/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the review initiated under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report describing the findings of such review and recommendations developed under subsection (c).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e51884" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s832" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="832">SEC. 832. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0afe641-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44740">49 USC 44740 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FLIGHT INSTRUCTION OR TESTING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b00d52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s832/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorized Additional Pilots</inline>.—</heading><content>An individual acting as an authorized additional pilot during Phase I flight testing of aircraft holding an experimental airworthiness certificate, in accordance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s21.191">section 21.191 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and meeting the requirements set forth in FAA regulations and policy in effect as of the date of enactment of this Act, shall not be deemed to be operating an aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b00d53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s832/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of Aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>An individual who uses, causes to use, or authorizes to use aircraft for flights conducted under subsection (a) shall not be deemed to be operating an aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b00d54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s832/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Revision of Rules</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall, as necessary, issue, revise, or repeal the rules, regulations, guidance, or procedures of the FAA to conform to the requirements of this section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e51925" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="833">SEC. 833. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b00d55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44703">49 USC 44703 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NATIONAL COORDINATION AND OVERSIGHT OF DESIGNATED PILOT EXAMINERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0d0a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish an office to provide oversight and facilitate national coordination of designated pilot examiners appointed under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s183.23">section 183.23 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The office described in subsection (a) shall be responsible for the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Oversight of designated pilot examiners appointed under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s183.23">section 183.23 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Coordinating with other offices, as appropriate, to support the standardization of policy, guidance, and regulations across the FAA pertaining to the selection, training, duties, and deployment of designated pilot examiners appointed under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s183.23">section 183.23 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, including evaluating the consistency by which such examiners apply Administration policies, orders, and guidance.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Evaluating the consistency by which such examiners apply FAA policies, orders, and guidance.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1340">138 STAT. 1340</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Coordinating placement and deployment of such examiners across regions based on demand for examinations from the pilot community.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Developing a code of conduct for such examiners.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Deploying a survey system to track the performance and merit of such examiners.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>Facilitating an industry partnership to create a formal mentorship program for such examiners.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the responsibilities listed in subsection (b), the Administrator shall ensure the office—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>coordinates on an ongoing basis with flight standards district offices, designated pilot examiner managing specialists, and aviation industry stakeholders, including representatives of the general aviation community; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>considers whether to implement the final recommendations report issued by the Designated Pilot Examiner Reforms Working Group and accepted by the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee on June 17, 2021.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0d0b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0d0b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, and biennially thereafter through fiscal year 2028, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report that evaluates the use of designated pilot examiners appointed under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s183.23">section 183.23 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or any successor regulation), for testing, including both written and practical tests.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0d0b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analyses.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The report under paragraph (1) shall include an analysis of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the methodology and rationale by which designated pilot examiners are deployed;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>with respect to the previous fiscal year, the average time an individual in each region must wait to schedule an appointment with a designated pilot examiner;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>with respect to the previous fiscal year, the estimated total time individuals in each region were forced to wait to schedule an appointment with a designated pilot examiner;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>the primary reasons and best ways to reduce wait times described in subparagraph (C);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>the number of tests conducted by designated pilot examiners;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>the number and percentage of available designated pilot examiners that perform such tests; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b0d0bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s833/d/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>the average rate of retests, including of both written and practical tests.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e52100" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s834" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="834">SEC. 834. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0f7d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PART 135 PILOT SUPPLEMENTAL OXYGEN REQUIREMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b0f7d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s834/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0f7d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0f7d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0f7d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b0f7d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking concerning whether to revise the requirements under paragraphs (3) and (4) of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s135.89/b">section 135.89(b) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to apply only to aircraft operating at altitudes above flight level 410.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b11ee6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tVIII/s834/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b11ee7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b11ee8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Investigations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b11ee9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b11eea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><content>In issuing the notice of proposed rulemaking, the Administrator shall consider applicable safety data and risks, including in relation to applicable incidents and accidents, <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1341">138 STAT. 1341</page> as well as the investigations and recommendations of the National Transportation Safety Board.</content></subsection> </section> <num value="IX">TITLE IX—</num><heading>NEW ENTRANTS AND AEROSPACE INNOVATION</heading> <subtitle id="d9133e52160" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading>Unmanned Aircraft Systems</heading> <section id="d9133e52165" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s901" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="901">SEC. 901. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b11eeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44502">49 USC 44502 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DEFINITIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Except as otherwise provided, the definitions contained in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">section 44801 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, apply to this subtitle.</content></section> <section id="d9133e52180" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s902" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="902">SEC. 902. </num><heading>UNMANNED AIRCRAFT IN THE ARCTIC.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b145fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s902/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44804">Section 44804 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b145fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s902/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the section heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>small unmanned</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>unmanned</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b145fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s902/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>small</quotedText>” each place it appears.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b145ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s902/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for chapter 448 of such title is<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b14600-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49">49 USC </ref></p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b14601-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44801.</p></sidenote> amended by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 44804 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44804. </designator> <label>Unmanned aircraft in the Arctic.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e52253" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s903" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="903">SEC. 903. </num><heading>SMALL UAS SAFETY STANDARDS TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0b19422-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44805">Section 44805 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b19423-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s903/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the section heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>small unmanned</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>small unmanned</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b19424-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s903/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (a)(2) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>operation of small</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>operation of a small</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b19425-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s903/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (f) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (h)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (f)</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b19426-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s903/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in subsection (g)(3) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (h)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (f)</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b19427-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s903/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>in subsection (i)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (h)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (f)</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b19428-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s903/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subsection (e) through (j) as subsections (c) through (h), respectively.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e52336" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s904" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="904">SEC. 904. </num><heading>AIRPORT SAFETY AND AIRSPACE HAZARD MITIGATION AND ENFORCEMENT.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0b1bb39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44810">Section 44810 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b1bb3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s904/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (c) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, and any other location the Administrator determines appropriate</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>Data</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b1bb3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s904/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (h) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e52371" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="905">SEC. 905. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b1bb3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RADAR DATA PILOT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b2095d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b2095e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b2095f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sensitive Radar Data Feed Pilot Program</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, and other heads of relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a pilot program to make airspace data feeds containing controlled unclassified information available to qualified users (as determined by the Administrator), consistent with subsection (b).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b20960-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b20961-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense and <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1342">138 STAT. 1342</page> other heads of relevant Federal agencies, shall establish a process to authorize qualified users to receive airspace data feeds containing controlled unclassified information related to air traffic within the national airspace system and use such information in an agreed upon manner to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b20962-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>provide and enable—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b20963-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>air traffic management services; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b20964-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>unmanned aircraft system traffic management services; or</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b23075-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>to test technologies that may enable or enhance the provision of the services described in paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b23076-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In establishing the process described in subsection (b), the Administrator shall consult with representatives of the unmanned aircraft systems industry and related technical groups to identify an efficient, secure, and effective format and method for providing data described in this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b23077-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b23078-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b23079-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after establishing the pilot program under subsection (a), and annually thereafter through 2028, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the findings of the pilot program established under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b2307a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s905/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>This section shall cease to be effective on October 1, 2028.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e52464" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="906">SEC. 906. </num><heading>ELECTRONIC CONSPICUITY STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b27e9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Comptroller General shall conduct a study of technologies and methods that may be used by operators of unmanned aircraft systems to detect and avoid manned aircraft that may lawfully operate below 500 feet above ground level and that are—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27e9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>not equipped with a transponder or automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out equipment; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27e9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>otherwise not electronically conspicuous.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b27e9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall consult with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27e9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>representatives of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27ea0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>unmanned aircraft systems manufacturers and operators;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27ea1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>general aviation operators;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27ea2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>agricultural aircraft operators;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27ea3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/b/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>helicopter operators; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27ea4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/b/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>State and local governments; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b27ea5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>any other stakeholder the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b27ea6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s906/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report describing the results of such study.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e52541" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s907" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="907">SEC. 907. </num><heading>REMOTE IDENTIFICATION ALTERNATIVE MEANS OF COMPLIANCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b2a5b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s907/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b2a5b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b2a5b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Evaluation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall review and evaluate the final rule of the FAA titled “Remote Identification of Unmanned Aircraft”, issued on January 15, 2021 (<ref href="/us/fr/86/4390">86 Fed. Reg. 4390</ref>), to determine whether unmanned aircraft manufacturers and operators can meet the intent of such final rule through alternative means of compliance, including through network–based remote identification.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1343">138 STAT. 1343</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b2a5ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s907/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the evaluation under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e52575" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="908">SEC. 908. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b2a5bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certificates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b2a5bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44802">49 USC 44802 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PART 107 WAIVER IMPROVEMENTS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b3901d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall adopt a performance- and risk-based approach in reviewing requests for certificates of waiver under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s107.200">section 107.200 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b3901e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Standardization of Waiver Application</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b3901f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall improve the process to submit requests for certificates of waiver described in subsection (a).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39020-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Format</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Administrator may not require the use of open-ended descriptive prompts that are required to be filled out by an applicant, except to provide applicants the ability to provide the FAA with information for an unusual or irregular operation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39021-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Data</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39022-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Administrator shall leverage data gathered from previous requests for certificates of waivers.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39023-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall safely use—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39024-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/b/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>big data analytics; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39025-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/b/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>machine learning.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b39026-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consideration of Property Access</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39027-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b39028-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In determining whether to issue a certificate of waiver under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s107.200">section 107.200 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39029-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>consider whether the waiver applicant has control over access to all real property on the ground within the area of operation; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b3902a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>recognize and account for the safety enhancements of such controlled access.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b3902b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to influence the extent to which the Administrator considers a lack of control over access to all real property on the ground within an area of operation as affecting the safety of an operation intended to be conducted under such certificate of waiver.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b3902c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public Availability of Waivers</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b3902d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b3902e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall publish all certificates of waiver issued under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s107.200">section 107.200 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, on the website of the FAA, including, with respect to each issued certificate of waiver—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b3902f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/d/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the terms, conditions, and limitations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39030-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/d/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the class of airspace and any restrictions related to operating near airports or heliports.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39031-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b39032-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Confidentiality.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out paragraph (1), the Administrator shall ensure that published information is made available in a manner that prevents inappropriate disclosure of proprietary information.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b39033-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Precedential Use of Previously Approved Waivers</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39034-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b39035-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b39036-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiver approval precedent</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator determines, using criteria for a particular waiver, that an <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1344">138 STAT. 1344</page> application for a certificate of waiver issued under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s107.200">section 107.200 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, is substantially similar (or is comprised of elements that are substantially similar) to an application for a certificate of waiver that the Administrator has previously approved, the Administrator may streamline, as appropriate, the approval of applications for such a particular waiver.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39037-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in paragraph (1) shall be construed to preclude an applicant for a certificate of waiver from applying to modify a condition or remove a limitation of such certificate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b39038-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Modification of Waivers</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b39039-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b3903a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review process.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish an expedited review process for a request to modify or renew certificates of waiver previously issued under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s107.200">section 107.200 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, as appropriate.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b3903b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s908/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of review process</inline>.—</heading><content>The review process established under paragraph (1) shall be used to modify or renew certificates of waiver that cover operations that are substantially similar in all material facts to operations covered under a previously issued certificate of waiver.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e52823" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="909">SEC. 909. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b3b74c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">49 USC 44801 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW AND NOISE CERTIFICATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">National Environmental Policy Act Guidance</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall publish unmanned aircraft system-specific environmental review guidance and implementation procedures and, thereafter, revise such guidance and procedures as appropriate to carry out the requirements of this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Processes.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prioritization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The guidance and procedures established by the Administrator under subsection (a) shall include processes that allow for the prioritization of project applications and activities that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>offset or limit the impacts of non-zero emission activities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>offset or limit the release of environmental pollutants to soil or water; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>demonstrate other factors that benefit human safety or the environment, as determined by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Programmatic Level Approach to NEPA Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall examine and integrate programmatic-level approaches to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) by which the Administrator can—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>leverage an environmental review for unmanned aircraft operations within a defined geographic region, including within and over commercial sites, industrial sites, or other sites closed or restricted to the public; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>leverage an environmental assessment or environmental impact statement for nationwide programmatic approaches for large scale distributed unmanned aircraft operations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Developing 1 or More Categorical Exclusions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall engage in periodic consultations with the Council on Environmental Quality to identify actions that are appropriate for a new categorical exclusion and shall incorporate such actions in FAA Order <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1345">138 STAT. 1345</page> 1050.1F (or successor order) as considered appropriate by the Administrator to more easily allow for safe commercial operations of unmanned aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prior operations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall review existing categorical exclusions for applicability to unmanned aircraft operations in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) and subchapter A of chapter V of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40">title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the plan of the Administrator to implement subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Nonapplication of Noise Certification Requirements Pending Standards Development</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding the requirements of <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44715">section 44715 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Waiver.</p></sidenote><content>waive the determination of compliance with <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt36">part 36 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for an applicant seeking unmanned aircraft type and airworthiness certifications; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>not deny, withhold, or delay such certifications due to the absence of a noise certification basis under such part, if the Administrator has developed appropriate noise measurement procedures for unmanned aircraft and the Administrator has received from the applicant the noise measurement results based on such procedures.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duration</inline>.—</heading><content>The nonapplication of the noise certification requirements under paragraph (1) shall continue until the Administrator finalizes the noise certification requirements for unmanned aircraft in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt36">part 36 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, or another part of title 14 of such Code, as required under paragraph (3).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Associated uas certification standards</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Development of criteria</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall develop and establish substantive criteria and standard metrics to determine whether to approve an unmanned aircraft pursuant to <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt36">part 36 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Substantive criteria and standard metrics</inline>.—</heading><content>In establishing the substantive criteria and standard metrics under subparagraph (A), the Administrator shall include criteria and metrics related to the noise impacts of an unmanned aircraft.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/f/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Federal Register, publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall publish in the Federal Register and post on the website of the FAA the criteria and metrics established under subparagraph (A).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4a1d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4a1d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b4c7e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analyses.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Concurrent Reviews</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator determines that the design, construction, maintenance and operational sustainability, airworthiness approval, or operational approval of an unmanned aircraft require environmental assessments, including under the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>), the Administrator shall, to the maximum extent practicable, conduct such reviews and analyses concurrently.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1346">138 STAT. 1346</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4c7e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Third-party Support</inline>.—</heading><content>In implementing subsection (a), the Administrator shall allow for the engagement of approved specialized third parties, as appropriate, to support an applicant’s preparation of, or the Administration’s preparation and review of, documentation relating to the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) to ensure streamlined timelines for complex reviews.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b4c7e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s909/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed as prohibiting, restricting, or otherwise limiting the authority of the Administrator from implementing or complying with the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) and any related requirements to ensure the protection of the environment and aviation safety.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e53107" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="910">SEC. 910. </num><heading>UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM USE IN WILDFIRE RESPONSE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b58b36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Wildfire Response</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the Chief of the Forest Service, the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, and any other Federal entity (or a contracted unmanned aircraft system operator of a Federal entity) the Administrator considers appropriate, shall develop a plan for the use of unmanned aircraft systems by public entities in wildfire response efforts, including wildfire detection, mitigation, and suppression.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plan contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The plan developed under paragraph (1) shall include recommendations to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>identify and designate areas of public land with high potential for wildfires in which public entities may conduct unmanned aircraft system operations beyond visual line of sight as part of wildfire response efforts, including wildfire detection, mitigation, and suppression;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p></sidenote><content>develop a process to facilitate the safe and efficient operation of unmanned aircraft systems beyond the visual line of sight in wildfire response efforts in areas designated under subparagraph (A), including a waiver process under section 91.113 or <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s107.31">section 107.31 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for public entities that use unmanned aircraft systems for aerial wildfire detection, mitigation, and suppression; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>improve coordination between the relevant Federal agencies and public entities on the use of unmanned aircraft systems in wildfire response efforts.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plan submission</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon completion of the plan under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall submit such plan to, and provide a briefing for, the appropriate committees of Congress and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon submission of the plan under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall publish such plan on a publicly available website of the FAA.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b58b46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The plan developed under this section shall cover only unmanned aircraft systems that are—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>operated by, or on behalf of, a public entity;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>operated in airspace covered by a wildfire-related temporary flight restriction under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s91.137">section 91.137 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1347">138 STAT. 1347</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b58b49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>under the operational control of, or otherwise are being operationally coordinated by, an authorized aviation coordinator responsible for coordinating disaster response aircraft within the airspace covered by such temporary flight restriction.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b58b4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b58b4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interagency Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into the necessary agreements to provide a liaison of the Administration to the National Interagency Fire Center to facilitate the implementation of the plan developed under this section and the use of manned and unmanned aircraft in wildfire response efforts, including wildfire detection, mitigation, and suppression.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b5b25d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to confer upon the Administrator the authorities of the Administrator of the Federal Emergency Management Agency under section 611 of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5196">42 U.S.C. 5196</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b5b25e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b5b25f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public entity</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>public entity</term>” means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b5b260-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>a Federal agency;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b5b261-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>a State government;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b5b262-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>a local government;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b5b263-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>a Tribal Government; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b5b264-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>a territorial government.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b5b265-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public land</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>public land</term>” has the meaning given such term in section 205 of the Sikes Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t16/s670k">16 U.S.C. 670k</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b5b266-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s910/e/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Wildfire</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>wildfire</term>” has the meaning given that term in section 2 of the Emergency Wildfire Suppression Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s1856m">42 U.S.C. 1856m</ref>).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e53324" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="911">SEC. 911. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b5b267-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44502">49 USC 44502 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PILOT PROGRAM FOR UAS INSPECTIONS OF FAA INFRASTRUCTURE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b64ea8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b64ea9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall initiate a pilot program to supplement inspection and oversight activities of the Department of Transportation with unmanned aircraft systems to increase employee safety, enhance data collection, increase the accuracy of inspections, reduce costs, and for other purposes the Secretary considers to be appropriate.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b64eaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b64eab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Ground-based Aviation Infrastructure</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In participating in the program under subsection (a), the Administrator shall evaluate the use of unmanned aircraft systems to inspect ground-based aviation infrastructure that may require visual inspection in hard-to-reach areas, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>navigational aids;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64ead-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>air traffic control towers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>radar facilities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>communication facilities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>other air traffic control facilities.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b64eb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b64eb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out subsection (b), the Administrator shall consult with the labor union certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, to represent personnel responsible for the inspection of the ground-based aviation infrastructure.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b64eb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b64eb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter until the termination of the pilot program under this section, the Secretary shall provide <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1348">138 STAT. 1348</page> to the appropriate committees of Congress a briefing on the status and results of the pilot program established under subsection (a), including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>cost savings;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>a description of how unmanned aircraft systems were used to supplement existing inspection, data collection, or oversight activities of Department employees, including the number of operations and types of activities performed;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>efficiency or safety improvements, if any, associated with the use of unmanned aircraft systems to supplement conventional inspection, data collection, or oversight activities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/d/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the fleet of unmanned aircraft systems maintained by the Department for the program, or an overview of the services used as part of the pilot program; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64eb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/d/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b64eba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b64ebb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations for improving the use or efficacy of unmanned aircraft systems to supplement the Department’s inspection, data collection, or oversight activities.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b64ebc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset and Incorporation Into Standard Practice</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b64ebd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>The pilot program established under subsection (a) and the briefing requirement under subsection (d) shall terminate on the date that is 4 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b675ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b675cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b675d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Incorporation into standard practice</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon termination of the pilot program under this section, the Secretary shall assess the results and determine whether to permanently incorporate the use of unmanned aircraft systems into the regular inspection, data collection, and oversight activities of the Department.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b675d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s911/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 9 months after the termination of the pilot program under paragraph (1), the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the final results of the pilot program and the actions taken by the Administrator under paragraph (2).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e53488" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="912">SEC. 912. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b675d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44802">49 USC 44802 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DRONE INFRASTRUCTURE INSPECTION GRANT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b7ae54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall establish an unmanned aircraft system infrastructure inspection grant program to provide grants to governmental entities to facilitate the use of small unmanned aircraft systems to support more efficient inspection, operation, construction, maintenance, and repair of an element of critical infrastructure to improve worker safety related to projects.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b7ae56-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of Grant Amounts</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A governmental entity may use a grant provided under this section to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae57-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>purchase or lease small unmanned aircraft systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae58-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>support the operational capabilities of small unmanned aircraft systems used by the governmental entity;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae59-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>contract for services performed using a small unmanned aircraft system in circumstances in which the governmental entity does not have the resources or expertise to safely carry out or assist in carrying out the activities described under subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae5a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>support the program management capability of the governmental entity to use or contract the use of a small unmanned aircraft system, as described in paragraph (3).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1349">138 STAT. 1349</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae5b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b7ae5c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b7ae5d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b7ae5e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application</inline>.—</heading><content>To be eligible to receive a grant under this section, a governmental entity shall submit to the Secretary an application at such time, in such form, and containing such information as the Secretary may require, including an assurance that the governmental entity or any contractor of the governmental entity, will comply with relevant Federal regulations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae5f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Selection of Applicants</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In selecting an application for a grant under this section, the Secretary shall prioritize applications that propose to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae60-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>carry out a project in a variety of communities, including urban, suburban, rural, Tribal, or any other type of community; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7ae61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>address a safety risk in the inspection, operation, construction, maintenance, or repair of an element of critical infrastructure.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b7d572-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to interfere with an agreement between a governmental entity and a labor union, including the requirements of <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s5333/b">section 5333(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b7d573-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b7d574-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 2 years after the first grant is provided under this section, the Secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report that evaluates the program carried out under this section that includes—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d575-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a description of the number of grants provided under this section;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d576-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the amount of each grant provided under this section;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d577-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the activities carried out with a grant provided under this section; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d578-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/f/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>the effectiveness of such activities in meeting the objectives described in subsection (a).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b7d579-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d57a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Federal share</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d57b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in subparagraph (B), the Federal share of the cost of a project carried out using a grant provided under this section shall not exceed 50 percent of the total project cost.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d57c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiver</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary may increase the Federal share under subparagraph (A) to up to 75 percent for a project carried out using a grant provided under this section by a governmental entity if such entity—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d57d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/1/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>submits a written application to the Secretary requesting an increase in the Federal share; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d57e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/1/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>demonstrates that the additional assistance is necessary to facilitate the acceptance and full use of a grant under this section, such as alleviating economic hardship, meeting additional workforce needs, or any other uses that the Secretary determines to be appropriate.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d57f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization of appropriations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Out of amounts authorized to be appropriated under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/k">section 106(k) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, the following amounts are authorized to carry out this section:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d580-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>$12,000,000 for fiscal year 2025.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d581-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>$12,000,000 for fiscal year 2026.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d582-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>$12,000,000 for fiscal year 2027.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d583-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/g/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>$12,000,000 for fiscal year 2028.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b7d584-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1350">138 STAT. 1350</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d585-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Critical infrastructure</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>critical infrastructure</term>” has the meaning given such term in subsection (e) of the Critical Infrastructures Protection Act of 2001 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5195c/e">42 U.S.C. 5195c(e)</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d586-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Element of critical infrastructure</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>element of critical infrastructure</term>” means a critical infrastructure facility or asset, including public bridges, tunnels, roads, highways, dams, electric grid, water infrastructure, communication systems, pipelines, or other related facilities or assets, as determined by the Secretary.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d587-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Governmental entity</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>governmental entity</term>” means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d588-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, a territory of the United States, or a political subdivision thereof;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d589-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>a unit of local government;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d58a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>a Tribal government;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d58b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>a metropolitan planning organization; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d58c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>a consortia of more than 1 of the entities described in subparagraphs (A) through (D).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b7d58d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s912/h/4" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Project</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>project</term>” means a project for the inspection, operation, construction, maintenance, or repair of an element of critical infrastructure, including mitigating environmental hazards to such infrastructure.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e53781" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s913" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="913">SEC. 913. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b7d58e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DRONE EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE TRAINING GRANT PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b823af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s913/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b823b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation shall establish a drone education and training grant program to make grants to educational institutions for workforce training for small unmanned aircraft systems.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b823b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s913/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of Grant Amounts</inline>.—</heading><content>Amounts from a grant under this section shall be used in furtherance of activities authorized under section 631 and 632 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b823b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s913/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><content>To be eligible to receive a grant under this section, an educational institution shall submit an application to the Secretary at such time, in such form, and containing such information as the Secretary may require.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b823b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s913/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><content>Out of amounts authorized to be appropriated under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/k">section 106(k) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, the Secretary shall make available to carry out this section $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b823b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s913/e" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Educational Institution Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>educational institution</term>” means an institution of higher education (as such term is defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1001">20 U.S.C. 1001</ref>)) that participates in a program authorized under sections 631 and 632 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e53855" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s914" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="914">SEC. 914. </num><heading>DRONE WORKFORCE TRAINING PROGRAM STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b84ac5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s914/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b84ac6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a study of the effectiveness of the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Collegiate Training Initiative established under section 632 of the FAA Reauthorization Act 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1351">138 STAT. 1351</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b84ac7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s914/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Upon completion of the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report describing—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b84ac8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s914/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the findings of such study; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b84ac9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s914/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b84aca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b84acb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>any recommendations to improve the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Collegiate Training Initiative.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e53902" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s915" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="915">SEC. 915. </num><heading>TERMINATION OF ADVANCED AVIATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Secretary may not renew the charter of the Advanced Aviation Advisory Committee (chartered by the Secretary on June 10, 2022).</content></section> <section id="d9133e53909" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="916">SEC. 916. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b871dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">49 USC 44801 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>UNMANNED AND AUTONOMOUS FLIGHT ADVISORY COMMITTEE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b95c3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b95c3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b95c3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the termination of the Advanced Aviation Advisory Committee pursuant to section 915, the Administrator shall establish an Unmanned and Autonomous Flight Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the “Advisory Committee”).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b95c40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Advisory Committee shall provide the Administrator advice on policy- and technical-level issues related to unmanned and autonomous aviation operations and activities, including, at a minimum, the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>The safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems and autonomous flight operations into the national airspace system, including feedback on—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the certification and operational standards of highly automated aircraft, unmanned aircraft, and associated elements of such aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>coordination of procedures for operations in controlled and uncontrolled airspace; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>communication protocols.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The use cases of unmanned aircraft systems, including evaluating and assessing the potential benefits of using unmanned aircraft systems.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The development of processes and methodologies to address safety concerns related to the operation of unmanned aircraft systems, including risk assessments and mitigation strategies.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Unmanned aircraft system training, education, and workforce development programs, including evaluating aeronautical knowledge gaps in the unmanned aircraft system workforce, assessing the workforce needs of unmanned aircraft system operations, and establishing a strong pipeline to ensure a robust unmanned aircraft system workforce.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>The analysis of unmanned aircraft system data and trends.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>Unmanned aircraft system infrastructure, including the use of existing aviation infrastructure and the development of necessary infrastructure.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b95c4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Advisory Committee shall be composed of not more than 12 members.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Representatives</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Advisory Committee shall include at least 1 representative of each of the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Commercial operators of unmanned aircraft systems.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1352">138 STAT. 1352</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Unmanned aircraft system manufacturers.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>Counter-UAS manufacturers.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>FAA-approved unmanned aircraft system service suppliers.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Unmanned aircraft system test ranges under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44803">section 44803 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>An unmanned aircraft system physical infrastructure network provider.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>Community advocates.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>Certified labor organizations representing commercial airline pilots, air traffic control specialists employed by the Administration, certified aircraft maintenance technicians, certified aircraft dispatchers, or aviation safety inspectors.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/2/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>Academia or a relevant research organization.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c56-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Observers</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may invite appropriate representatives of other Federal agencies to observe or provide input on the work of the Advisory Committee, but shall not allow such representatives to participate in any decision-making of the Advisory Committee.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b95c57-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c58-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Advisory Committee shall submit to the Administrator an annual report of the activities, findings, and recommendations of the Committee.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b95c59-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Congressional reporting</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the reports required under paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b95c5a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s916/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may not task the Advisory Committee established under this section with a review or the development of recommendations relating to operations conducted under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e54117" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s917" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="917">SEC. 917. </num><heading>NEXTGEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP EXPANSION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b9aa7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s917/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0b9aa7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to expand the membership of the NextGen Advisory Committee (chartered by the Secretary on June 15, 2022) to include 1 representative from the unmanned aircraft system industry and 1 representative from the powered-lift industry.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0b9aa7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s917/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Qualifications</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The representatives required under subsection (a) shall have the following qualifications, as applicable:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b9aa7e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s917/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Demonstrated expertise in the design, manufacturing, or operation of unmanned aircraft systems and powered-lift aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b9aa7f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s917/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Demonstrated experience in the development or implementation of unmanned aircraft system and powered-lift aircraft policies and procedures.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0b9aa80-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s917/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Demonstrated commitment to advancing the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems and powered-lift aircraft into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e54158" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s918" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="918">SEC. 918. </num><heading>INTERAGENCY COORDINATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ba1fb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s918/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sense of Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ba1fb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s918/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the purpose of the joint Department of Defense-Federal Aviation Administration executive committee (in this section referred to as the “Executive Committee”) on conflict and dispute resolution as described in section 1036(b) of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1353">138 STAT. 1353</page> 2009 (<ref href="/us/pl/110/417">Public Law 110–417</ref>) is to resolve disputes on the matters of policy and procedures between the Department of Defense and the Federal Aviation Administration relating to airspace, aircraft certifications, aircrew training, and other issues, including the access of unmanned aerial systems of the Department of Defense to the national airspace system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ba1fb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s918/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by mutual agreement of Executive Committee leadership, operating with the best of intentions, the current scope of activities and membership of the Executive Committee has exceeded the original intent of, and tasking to, the Executive Committee; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ba1fb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s918/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the expansion described in paragraph (2) has resulted in an imbalance in the oversight of certain Federal entities in matters concerning civil aviation safety and security.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ba1fb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s918/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Charter</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ba1fb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s918/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ba1fb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Charter revision</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 45 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to revise the charter of the Executive Committee to reflect the scope, objectives, membership, and activities described in section 1036(b) of the Duncan Hunter National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2009 (<ref href="/us/pl/110/417">Public Law 110–417</ref>) in order to achieve the increasing, and ultimately routine, access of unmanned aircraft systems of the Department of Defense into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ba1fb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s918/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>Not earlier than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to sunset the activities of the Executive Committee by joint agreement of the Administrator and the Secretary of Defense.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e54227" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s919" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="919">SEC. 919. </num><heading>REVIEW OF REGULATIONS TO ENABLE UNESCORTED UAS OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ba46c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s919/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ba46ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, conduct a review of the requirements necessary to permit unmanned aircraft systems (excluding small unmanned aircraft systems) operated by a Federal agency or armed forces (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t10/s101">section 101 of title 10, United States Code</ref>) to be operated in the national airspace system, including outside of restricted airspace, without being escorted by a manned aircraft.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ba46cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s919/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ba46cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ba46cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the completion of the review under subsection (a), the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report on the results of the review, including any recommended regulatory and statutory changes to enable the operations described under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e54262" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="920">SEC. 920. </num><heading>EXTENSION OF BEYOND PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ba94ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0babbff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA BEYOND Program Extension</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall extend the BEYOND program of the FAA as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this Act (in this section referred to as the “Program”) and the existing agreements with State, local, and Tribal governments entered into under the Program until the date on which the Administrator determines the Program is no longer necessary or useful.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0babc00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA BEYOND Program Expansion</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0babc01-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0babc02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Testing.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0babc03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall consider expanding the Program to include additional State, local, and Tribal governments to test and evaluate the use of new and <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1354">138 STAT. 1354</page> emerging aviation concepts and technologies to evaluate and inform FAA policies, rulemaking, and guidance related to the safe integration of such concepts and technologies into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0babc04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0babc05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scope</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Administrator determines the Program should be expanded, the Administrator shall address additional factors in the Program, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0babc06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>increasing automation in civil aircraft, including unmanned aircraft systems and new or emerging aviation technologies;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0babc07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>operations of such systems and technologies, including beyond visual line of sight; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0babc08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>the societal and economic impacts of such operations.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0babc09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s920/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional waiver authority</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out an expansion of the Program, the Administrator may waive the requirements of <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44711">section 44711 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, including related regulations, under any BEYOND program agreement to the extent consistent with aviation safety.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e54345" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="921">SEC. 921. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0babc0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44802">49 USC 44802 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>UAS INTEGRATION STRATEGY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bb313b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall implement the recommendations made by—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb313c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the Comptroller General to the Secretary contained in the report of the Government Accountability Office titled “Drones: FAA Should Improve Its Approach to Integrating Drones into the National Airspace System”, issued in January 2023 (GAO–23–105189); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb313d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the inspector general of the Department of Transportation to the Administrator contained in the audit report of the inspector general titled “FAA Made Progress Through Its UAS Integration Pilot Program, but FAA and Industry Challenges Remain To Achieve Full UAS Integration”, issued in April 2022 (Project ID: AV2022027).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bb313e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bb313f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bb3140-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, and annually thereafter through 2028, the Administrator shall provide a briefing to the appropriate committees of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb3141-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bb3142-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><chapeau>provides a status update on the—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb3143-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>implementation of the recommendations described in subsection (a);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb3144-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>implementation of statutory provisions related to unmanned aircraft system integration under subtitle B of title III of division B of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb3145-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>actions taken by the Administrator to implement recommendations related to safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system included in aviation rulemaking committee reports published after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>);</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb3146-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>provides a description of steps taken to achieve the safe integration of such systems into the national airspace system, including milestones and performance metrics to track results;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb3147-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bb3148-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Costs.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bb3149-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Estimates.</p></sidenote><content>provides the costs of executing the integration described in paragraph (2), including any estimates of future Federal <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1355">138 STAT. 1355</page> resources or investments required to complete such integration; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb314a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s921/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>identifies any regulatory or policy changes required to execute the integration described in paragraph (2).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e54443" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s922" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="922">SEC. 922. </num><heading>EXTENSION OF KNOW BEFORE YOU FLY CAMPAIGN.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 356 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>)<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bb314b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/stat/132/3305">132 Stat. 3305</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2019 through 2023</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2024 through 2028</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e54469" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s923" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="923">SEC. 923. </num><heading>PUBLIC AIRCRAFT DEFINITION.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0bb585c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40125/a/2">Section 40125(a)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb585d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s923/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>research, or</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>research,</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bb585e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s923/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(including data collection on civil aviation systems undergoing research, development, test, or evaluation at a test range (as such term is defined in section 44801)), infrastructure inspections, or any other activity undertaken by a governmental entity that the Administrator determines is inherently governmental</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>biological or geological resource management</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e54503" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="924">SEC. 924. </num><heading>FAA COMPREHENSIVE PLAN ON UAS AUTOMATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Comprehensive Plan</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish a comprehensive plan for the integration of autonomous unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Comprehensive Plan Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the comprehensive plan under subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>identify FAA processes and regulations that need to change to accommodate the increasingly automated role of a remote operator of an unmanned aircraft system; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>identify how the Administrator intends to authorize operations ranging from low risk automated operations to increasingly complex automated operations of such systems.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bbcd94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the comprehensive plan under subsection (a), the Administrator shall consult with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the National Aeronautics and Space Administration;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the Department of Defense;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>manufacturers of autonomous unmanned aircraft systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>operators of autonomous unmanned aircraft systems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>other stakeholders with knowledge of automation in aviation, the human-computer interface, and aviation safety, as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bbcd9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s924/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bbcd9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Submission</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress, the subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies of the Committee on Appropriations of the Senate and the subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives the plan established under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e54586" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="925">SEC. 925. </num><heading>UAS TEST RANGES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bcdf0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">Chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> section 44803 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1356">138 STAT. 1356</page> <quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0be3e9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44803">“§ 44803.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be3e9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44803">49 USC 44803</ref>.</p></sidenote> Unmanned aircraft system test ranges</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be3e9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Test Ranges</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be3ea1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall carry out and update, as appropriate, a program for the use of unmanned aircraft system (in this section referred to as UAS) test ranges to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>enable a broad variety of development, testing, and evaluation activities related to UAS and associated technologies; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the extent consistent with aviation safety and efficiency, support the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Designations</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Existing test ranges</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Test ranges designated under this section shall include the 7 test ranges established under the following:</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>Section 332(c) of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>), as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>).</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>Any other test ranges designated pursuant to the amendment made by section 2201(b) of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) after the date of enactment of such Act.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">New test ranges</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator finds that it is in the best interest of enabling safe UAS integration into the national airspace system, the Administrator may select and designate as a test range under this section up to 2 additional test ranges in accordance with the requirements of this section through a competitive selection process.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3ea9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not more than 9 test ranges designated under this section shall be part of the program established under this section at any given time.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3eaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligibility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Test ranges selected by the Administrator pursuant to (2)(B) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3eab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>be an instrumentality of a State, local, Tribal, or territorial government or other public entity;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3eac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be3ead-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Approval.</p></sidenote><content>be approved by the chief executive officer of the State, local, territorial, or Tribal government for the principal place of business of the applicant, prior to seeking designation by the Administrator;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3eae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be3eaf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>undertake and ensure testing and evaluation of innovative concepts, technologies, and operations that will offer new safety benefits, including developing and retaining an advanced aviation industrial base within the United States; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be3eb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>meet any other requirements established by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be64c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airspace Requirements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the program under subsection (a), the Administrator may establish, upon the request of a test range sponsor designated by the Administrator under subsection (a), a restricted area, special use airspace, or other similar type of airspace pursuant to <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt73">part 73 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, for purposes of—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1357">138 STAT. 1357</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>accommodating hazardous development, testing, and evaluation activities to inform the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>other activities authorized by the Administrator pursuant to subsection (f).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">NEPA review</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may require that each test range sponsor designated by the Administrator under subsection (a) provide a draft environmental review consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>), subject to the supervision of and adoption by the Administrator, with respect to any request for the establishment of a restricted area, special use airspace, or other similar type of airspace under this subsection.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Inactive restricted area or special use airspace</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In the event a restricted area, special use airspace, or other similar type of airspace established under paragraph (1) is not needed to meet the needs of the using agency (as described in subparagraph (B)), any related airspace restrictions, limitations, or designations shall be inactive.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Using agency</inline>.—</heading><content>For purposes of this subsection, a test range sponsor designated by the Administrator under subsection (a) shall be considered the using agency with respect to a restricted area established by the Administrator under this subsection.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Approval authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall have the authority to approve access by a participating or nonparticipating operator to a test range or restricted area, special use airspace, or other similar type of airspace established by the Administrator under this subsection.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be64cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the program under subsection (a), the Administrator—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote><content>may develop operational standards and air traffic requirements for flight operations at test ranges;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>shall coordinate with, and leverage the resources of, the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and other relevant Federal agencies, as determined appropriate by the Administrator;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>shall address both civil and public aircraft operations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Verification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><content>shall provide for verification of the safety of flight systems and related navigation procedures as such systems and procedures relate to the continued development of regulations and standards for integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote><chapeau>shall engage test range sponsors, as necessary and with available resources, in projects for development, testing, and evaluation of flight systems, including activities conducted pursuant to section 1042 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, to facilitate the development of regulations and the validation of standards by the Administrator for the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system, which may include activities related to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>developing and enforcing geographic and altitude limitations;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1358">138 STAT. 1358</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>providing for alerts regarding any hazards or limitations on flight, including prohibition on flight, as necessary;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>developing or validating sense and avoid capabilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>developing or validating technology to support communications, navigation, and surveillance;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>testing or validating operational concepts and technologies related to beyond visual line of sight operations, autonomous operations, nighttime operations, operations over people, operations involving multiple unmanned aircraft systems by a single pilot or operator, and unmanned aircraft systems traffic management capabilities or services;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>improving privacy protections through the use of advances in unmanned aircraft systems;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content>conducting counter-UAS testing capabilities, with the approval of the Administrator; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>other relevant topics for which development, testing or evaluation are needed;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><chapeau>shall develop data sharing and collection requirements for test ranges to support the unmanned aircraft systems integration efforts of the Administration and coordinate periodically with all test range sponsors to ensure the test range sponsors know—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>what data should be collected;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>how data can be de-identified to flow more readily to the Administration;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>what procedures should be followed; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>what development, testing, and evaluation would advance efforts to safely integrate unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><content>shall allow test range sponsors to receive Federal funding, including in-kind contributions, other than from the Federal Aviation Administration, in furtherance of research, development, testing, and evaluation objectives; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><content>shall use modeling and simulation tools to assist in the testing, evaluation, verification, and validation of unmanned aircraft systems.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be64e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exemption</inline>.—</heading><content>Except as provided in subsection (f), the requirements of section 44711, including any related implementing regulations, shall not apply to persons approved by the test range sponsor for operation at a test range designated by the Administrator under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be64e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Responsibilities of Test Range Sponsors</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The sponsor of each test range designated by the Administrator under subsection (a) shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>provide access to all interested private and public entities seeking to carry out research, development, testing and evaluation activities at the test range designated pursuant to this section, to the greatest extent practicable, consistent with safety and any operating procedures established by the test range sponsor, including access by small business concerns (as such term is defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t15/s632">15 U.S.C. 632</ref>));</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>ensure all activities remain within the geographical boundaries and altitude limitations established for any <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1359">138 STAT. 1359</page> restricted area, special use airspace, or other similar type of airspace covering the test range;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>ensure no activity is conducted at the designated test range in a careless or reckless manner;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>establish safe operating procedures for all operators approved for activities at the test range, including provisions for maintaining operational control and ensuring protection of persons and property on the ground, subject to approval by the Administrator;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>exercise direct oversight of all operations conducted at the test range;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><content>consult with the Administrator on the nature of planned activities at the test range and whether temporary segregation of the airspace is required to contain such activities consistent with aviation safety;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">“(7) </num><content>protect proprietary technology, sensitive data, or sensitive research of any civil or private entity when using the test range;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><content>maintain detailed records of all ongoing and completed activities conducted at the test range and all operators conducting such activities, for inspection by, and reporting to, the Administrator, as required by agreement between the Administrator and the test range sponsor;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">“(9) </num><content>make all original records available for inspection upon request by the Administrator; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">“(10) </num><content>provide recommendations, on a quarterly basis until the program terminates, to the Administrator to further enable public and private development, testing, and evaluation activities at the test ranges to contribute to the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be64f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Testing</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may authorize a sponsor of a test range designated under subsection (a) to host research, development, testing, and evaluation activities, including activities conducted pursuant to section 1042 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, as appropriate, other than activities directly related to the integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system, so long as the activity is necessary to inform the development of regulations, standards, or policy for integrating new types of flight systems into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be64f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be64f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waiver</inline>.—</heading><content> In carrying out this section, the Administrator may waive the requirements of section 44711 (including any related implementing regulations) to the extent the Administrator determines such waiver is consistent with aviation safety.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be64f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Collaborative Research and Development Agreements</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may use the transaction authority under section 106(l)(6), including in coordination with the Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems, to enter into collaborative research and development agreements or to direct research, development, testing, and evaluation related to unmanned aircraft systems, including activities conducted pursuant to section 1042 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, as appropriate, at any test range designated under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be64f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization of Appropriations</inline>.—</heading><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1360">138 STAT. 1360</page> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Establishment</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Out of amounts authorized to be appropriated under section 106(k), $6,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028, shall be available to the Administrator for the purposes of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>providing matching funds to commercial entities that contract with a UAS test range to demonstrate or validate technologies that the FAA considers essential to the safe integration of UAS into the national airspace system; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>supporting or performing such demonstration and validation activities described in subparagraph (A) at a test range designated under the section.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Disbursement</inline>.—</heading><content>Funding provided under this subsection shall be divided evenly among all UAS test ranges designated under this section, for the purpose of providing matching funds to commercial entities described in paragraph (1) and available until expended.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be8c0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Termination</inline>.—</heading><content>The program under this section shall terminate on September 30, 2028.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be8c0e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendments</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c0f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming amendment</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801/10">Section 44801(10) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>any of the 6 test ranges established by the Administrator under section 332(c) of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>), as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018, and any public entity authorized by the Federal Aviation Administration as an unmanned aircraft system flight test center before January 1, 2009</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the test ranges designated by the Administrator under section 44803</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c10-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be8c11-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0be8c12-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44801.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 44803 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44803. </designator> <label>Unmanned aircraft system test ranges.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0be8c13-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sense of Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>It is the sense of Congress that the test ranges designated under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44803">section 44803 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>provide fair and accessible services to a broad variety of unmanned aircraft technology developers, to the extent practicable;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c15-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>operate in the best interest of domestic technology developers in terms of intellectual property and proprietary data protections; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0be8c16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s925/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>comply with data sharing and collection requirements prescribed by the FAA.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e55229" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="926">SEC. 926. </num><heading>PUBLIC SAFETY USE OF TETHERED UAS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44806">Section 44806 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the section heading by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and public safety use of tethered unmanned aircraft systems</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>systems</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the subsection heading by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>safety use of</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>public</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau>in the matter preceding subparagraph (A)—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1361">138 STAT. 1361</page></chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B/i/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B/i/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>permit the use of</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>permit</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B/i/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>public</quotedText>”; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B/i/IV" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">(IV) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>by a public safety organization for such systems</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>systems</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf4f71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (A) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0bf7682-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>operated—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7683-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>at or below an altitude of 150 feet above ground level within class B, C, D, E, or G airspace, but not at a greater altitude than the ceiling depicted on the UAS Facility Maps published by the Federal Aviation Administration, where applicable;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7684-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>within zero-grid airspaces as depicted on such UAS Facility Maps, only if operated in life-saving or emergency situations and with prior notification to the Administration in a manner determined by the Administrator; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7685-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>above 150 feet above ground level within class B, C, D, E, or G airspace only with prior authorization from the Administrator;”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7686-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (B); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7687-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> subparagraphs (C), (D), and (E) as subparagraphs (B), (C), and (D), respectively; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7688-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in paragraph (3) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Public actively</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Actively</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7689-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bf768a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term ‘<term>public safety organization</term>’ means an entity that primarily engages in activities related to the safety and well-being of the general public, including law enforcement, fire departments, emergency medical services, and other organizations that protect and serve the public in matters of safety and security.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bf768b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bf768c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0bf768d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44801.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 44806 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44806. </designator> <label>Public unmanned aircraft systems and public safety use of tethered unmanned aircraft systems.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0bf768e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801/1">Section 44801(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf768f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (A) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction>:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7690-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>weighs 55 pounds or less, including payload but not including the tether;”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7691-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7692-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> a semicolon; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf7693-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s926/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf9da4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>is able to maintain safe flight control in the event of a power or flight control failure during flight; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0bf9da5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>is programmed to initiate a controlled landing in the event of a tether separation.”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1362">138 STAT. 1362</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e55529" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="927">SEC. 927. </num><heading>EXTENDING SPECIAL AUTHORITY FOR CERTAIN UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c039e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Extension</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807/d">Section 44807(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2033</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c060f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clarification</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">Section 44807 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c060f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c060f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or chapter 447</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>Notwithstanding any other requirement of this chapter</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c060fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Secretary of Transportation</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c060fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>if certain</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>how</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c060fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c060fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Secretary</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Administrator</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c060fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>which types of</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>how such</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c060ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c0af20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements for Safe Operation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c0af22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c0af23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Testing.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c0af24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall establish requirements, or a process to accept proposed requirements, for the safe and efficient operation of unmanned aircraft systems in the national airspace system, including operations related to testing and evaluation of proprietary systems.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Expedited exemptions and approvals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall, taking into account the statutory mandate to ensure safe and efficient use of the national airspace system, issue approvals—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>to enable low-risk beyond visual line of sight operations, including, at a minimum, package delivery operations, extended visual line of sight operations, or shielded operations within 100 feet of the ground or a structure; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>that are aligned with Administration exemptions or approvals that enable beyond visual line of sight operations with the use of acoustics, ground based radar, automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast, and other technological solutions.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Treatment of mitigation measures</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To the extent that an operation under this section will be conducted exclusively within the airspace of a Mode C Veil, such operation shall be treated as satisfying the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s91.113/b">section 91.113(b) of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, if the operation employs—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast in-based detect and avoid capabilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>air traffic control communication and coordination;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>aeronautical information management systems acceptable to the Administrator, such as notices to air missions, to notify other airspace users of such operations; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>any other risk mitigations as set by the Administrator.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1363">138 STAT. 1363</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>provide an unmanned aircraft operating pursuant to this section the right of way over a manned aircraft; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>limit the authority of the Administrator to impose requirements, conditions, or limitations on operations conducted under this section in order to address safety concerns.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c0af31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c0af32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Waiver authority.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may exercise the authorities described in this section, including waiving applicable parts of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, without initiating a rulemaking or imposing the requirements of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt11">part 11 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to the extent consistent with aviation safety.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c0af33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c0af34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Extensions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c0af35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">49 USC 44807 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clarification of Status of Previously Issued Rulemakings and Exemptions</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rulemakings</inline>.—</heading><content>Any rule issued pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">section 44807 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, shall continue to be in effect following the expiration of such authority.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exemptions</inline>.—</heading><content>Any exemption granted under the authority described in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">section 44807 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and in effect as of the expiration of such authority, shall continue to be in effect until the date that is 3 years after the date of termination described in such exemption, provided the Administrator does not determine there is a safety risk.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rules of construction</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section shall be construed to interfere with the Administrator’s—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>authority to rescind or amend an exemption for reasons such as unsafe conditions or operator oversight; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c0af3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s927/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>ability to grant an exemption based on a determination made pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">section 44807 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, prior to the date described in subsection (d) of such section.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e55843" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="928">SEC. 928. </num><heading>RECREATIONAL OPERATIONS OF DRONE SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c1999b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Specified Exception for Limited Recreational Operations of Unmanned Aircraft</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44809">Section 44809 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1999c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (6) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0c1999d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1999e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><content>Except for circumstances when the Administrator establishes alternative altitude ceilings or as otherwise authorized in section (c), in Class G airspace, the aircraft is flown from the surface to not more than 400 feet above ground level and complies with all airspace and flight restrictions and prohibitions established under this subtitle, such as special use airspace designations and temporary flight restrictions.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1999f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Operations at Fixed Sites</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1e7c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1e7c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish a process to approve, and publicly disseminate the location of, fixed sites at which a person may carry out recreational unmanned aircraft system operations.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1364">138 STAT. 1364</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Operating procedures</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Controlled airspace</inline>.—</heading><content>Persons operating unmanned aircraft under paragraph (1) from a fixed site within Class B, Class C, or Class D airspace or within the lateral boundaries of the surface area of Class E airspace designated for an airport, or a community-based organization sponsoring operations within such airspace, shall make the location of the fixed site known to the Administrator and shall establish a mutually agreed upon operating procedure with the air traffic control facility.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1e7c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Altitude</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator, in coordination with community-based organizations sponsoring operations at fixed sites, shall develop a process to approve requests for recreational unmanned aircraft systems operations at fixed sites that exceed the maximum altitude contained in a UAS Facility Map published by the Federal Aviation Administration.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1e7c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Uncontrolled airspace</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to compliance with all airspace and flight restrictions and prohibitions established under this subtitle, including special use airspace designations and temporary flight restrictions, persons operating unmanned aircraft systems from a fixed site designated under the process described in paragraph (1) may operate within Class G airspace—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>up to 400 feet above ground level, without prior authorization from the Administrator; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>above 400 feet above ground level, with prior authorization from the Administrator.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Unmanned aircraft weighing 55 pounds or greater</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>A person may operate an unmanned aircraft weighing 55 pounds or greater, including the weight of anything attached to or carried by the aircraft, if—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1e7ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1e7cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1e7d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Approval.</p></sidenote><content>the unmanned aircraft complies with standards and limitations developed by a community-based organization and approved by the Administrator; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the aircraft is operated from a fixed site as described in paragraph (1).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c1e7d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA-recognized identification areas</inline>.—</heading><content>In implementing <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt89/sptC">subpart C of part 89 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, the Administrator shall prioritize the review and adjudication of requests to establish FAA Recognized Identification Areas at fixed sites established under this section.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (3) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a) of</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the subsection designation and heading and all that follows through “<quotedText>(3) <headingText class="smallCaps">Savings clause</headingText>.—</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(d) <headingText class="smallCaps">Savings clause</headingText>.—</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in subsection (f)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>updates to</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c1e7d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (g)(1) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0c20ee9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c20eea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c20eeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Safety test.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator, in consultation with manufacturers of unmanned aircraft systems, community-based organizations, and other industry stakeholders, shall develop, maintain, and update, as necessary, an aeronautical knowledge and safety test. Such test shall be administered electronically by the Administrator or a person designated by the Administrator.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1365">138 STAT. 1365</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20eec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>in subsection (h)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20eed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (1) through (6) as paragraphs (2) through (7), respectively; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20eee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/a/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before paragraph (2) (as so redesignated) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0c20eef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>is recognized by the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration;”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c20ef0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems for Educational Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 350 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44809">49 U.S.C. 44809 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20ef1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20ef2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (2) and (3) as paragraphs (3) and (4), respectively; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20ef3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> before paragraph (3) (as so redesignated) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0c20ef4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>operated by an elementary school, a secondary school, or an institution of higher education for educational or research purposes;”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20ef5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (d)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20ef6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (2) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>an elementary school, or a secondary school</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>with respect to the operation of an unmanned aircraft system by an institution of higher education,</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c20ef7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s928/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c20ef8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definitions.</p></sidenote><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0c23609-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Elementary school</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>elementary school</term>’ has the meaning given to that term by section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s7801/19">20 U.S.C. 7801(19)</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0c2360a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Secondary school</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>secondary school</term>’ has the meaning given to that term by section 8101 of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s7801/45">20 U.S.C. 7801(45)</ref>).”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e56220" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s929" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="929">SEC. 929. </num><heading>APPLICATIONS FOR DESIGNATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c25d1b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s929/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 2209 of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44802">49 U.S.C. 44802 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c25d1c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s929/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, including temporarily,</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>restrict</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c25d1d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s929/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (b)(1)(C)(iv) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Other locations that warrant such restrictions</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>State prisons</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c25d1e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s929/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c2842f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c28430-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Regulations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Deadlines</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c28431-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c28432-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c28433-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, the Administrator shall publish a notice of proposed rulemaking to carry out the requirements of this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c28434-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>Not later than 16 months after publishing the notice of proposed rulemaking under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall issue a final rule based on the notice of proposed rulemaking published under paragraph (1).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c28435-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of State Prison</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term ‘<term>State prison</term>’ means an institution under State jurisdiction, including a State Department of Corrections, the primary use of which is for the confinement of individuals convicted of a felony.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1366">138 STAT. 1366</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e56310" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s930" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="930">SEC. 930. </num><heading>BEYOND VISUAL LINE OF SIGHT OPERATIONS FOR UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c2d256-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s930/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">Chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0c32077-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44811">“§ 44811.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c32078-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c32079-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44811">49 USC 44811</ref>.</p></sidenote> Beyond visual line of sight operations for unmanned aircraft systems</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c3478a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c3478b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Proposed Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 4 months after the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, the Administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking establishing a performance-based regulatory pathway for unmanned aircraft systems (in this section referred to as ‘UAS’) to operate beyond visual line of sight (in this section referred to as ‘BVLOS’).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c3478c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The proposed rule required under subsection (a) shall, at a minimum, establish the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c3478d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>Acceptable levels of risk for BVLOS UAS operations, including the levels developed pursuant to section 931 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c3478e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c3478f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote><content>Standards for remote pilots or UAS operators for BVLOS operations, taking into account varying levels of automated control and management of UAS flights.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c34790-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c34791-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c34792-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><chapeau>An approval or acceptance process for UAS and associated elements (as defined by the Administrator), which may leverage the creation of a special airworthiness certificate or a manufacturer’s declaration of compliance to a Federal Aviation Administration accepted means of compliance. Such process—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c34793-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>shall not require, but may allow for, the use of type or production certification;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c34794-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><chapeau>shall consider the airworthiness of any UAS that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0c34795-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>is within a maximum gross weight or kinetic energy, as determined by the Administrator; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0c34796-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>operates within a maximum speed limit as determined by the Administrator;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c34797-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>may require such systems to operate in the national airspace system at altitude limits determined by the Administrator; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c34798-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>may require such systems to operate at standoff distances from the radius of a structure or the structure’s immediate uppermost limit, as determined by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c34799-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>Operating rules for UAS that have been approved or accepted as described in paragraph (3).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c3479a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>Protocols, if appropriate, for networked information exchange, such as network-based remote identification, in support of BVLOS operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c3479b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><content>The safety of manned aircraft operating in the national airspace system and consider the maneuverability and technology limitations of certain aircraft, including hot air balloons.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c3479c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Final Rule</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 16 months after publishing the proposed rule under subsection (a), the Administrator shall issue a final rule based on such proposed rule.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c3479d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to require the agency to rescope any rulemaking efforts related to UAS BVLOS operations that are ongoing as of the date of enactment of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1367">138 STAT. 1367</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c3479e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s930/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c3479f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c347a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44801.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44811. </designator> <label>Beyond visual line of sight operations for unmanned aircraft systems.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e56492" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s931" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="931">SEC. 931. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c347a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">49 USC 44801 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ACCEPTABLE LEVELS OF RISK AND RISK ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c395c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s931/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c395c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c395c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall develop a risk assessment methodology that allows for the determination of acceptable levels of risk for unmanned aircraft system operations, including operations beyond visual line of sight, conducted—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c395c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s931/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>under waivers issued to <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt107">part 107 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c395c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s931/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">section 44807 of title 49, United States Code</ref>; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c395c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s931/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>pursuant to other applicable regulations, as appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c395c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s931/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Risk Assessment Methodology Considerations</inline>.—</heading><content>In establishing the risk assessment methodology under this section, the Administrator shall ensure alignment with the considerations included in the order issued by the FAA titled “UAS Safety Risk Management Policy” (FAA Order 8040.6A), and any subsequent amendments to such order, as the Administrator considers appropriate.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c395c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s931/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c395ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c395cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c395cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Publication</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall make the risk assessment methodology established under this section available to the public on an appropriate website of the Administration and update such methodology as necessary.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e56564" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="932">SEC. 932. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c395cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44802">49 USC 44802 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>THIRD-PARTY SERVICE APPROVALS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4320e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4320f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c43210-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Approval Process</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall establish procedures, which may include a rulemaking, to approve third-party service suppliers, including third-party service suppliers of unmanned aircraft system traffic management, to support the safe integration and commercial operation of unmanned aircraft systems.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c43211-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c43212-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Acceptance of Standards</inline>.—</heading><content>In establishing the approval process required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall ensure that, to the maximum extent practicable, industry consensus standards, such as ASTM International Standard F3548–21, titled “UAS Traffic Management (UTM) UAS Service Supplier (USS) Interoperability”, are included as an acceptable means of compliance for third-party services.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c43213-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Approvals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the approval process required under subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c43214-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c43215-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definition.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c43216-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p></sidenote><chapeau>define and implement criteria and conditions for the approval and oversight of third-party service suppliers that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c43217-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>could have a direct or indirect impact on air traffic services in the national airspace system; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c43218-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>require FAA oversight; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c43219-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4321a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><content>establish procedures by which unmanned aircraft systems can use the capabilities and services of third-party service suppliers to support operations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4321b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Harmonization</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall seek to harmonize, to the extent practicable and advisable, any requirements and guidance for the development, use, and operation of third-party capabilities and services, including <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1368">138 STAT. 1368</page> UTM, with similar requirements and guidance of other civil aviation authorities.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4321c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out this section, the Administrator shall consider any relevant information provided by the Administrator of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration regarding research and development efforts the National Aeronautics and Space Administration may have conducted related to the use of UTM providers.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4321d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/f" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Third-party Service Supplier Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>third-party service supplier</term>” means an entity other than the FAA that provides a distributed service that affects the safety or efficiency of the national airspace system, including UAS service suppliers, supplemental data service providers, and infrastructure providers, such as providers of ground-based surveillance, command-and-control, and information exchange to another party.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4321e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rules of Construction</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4321f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/g/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Beyond visual line of sight operations</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent or prohibit beyond visual line of sight operations of unmanned aircraft systems, or other types of operations, through the use of technologies other than third-party capabilities and services.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c43220-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s932/g/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Airspace</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to alter the authorities provided under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">section 40103 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e56699" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="933">SEC. 933. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c43221-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">49 USC 44801 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SPECIAL AUTHORITY FOR TRANSPORT OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS BY COMMERCIAL PACKAGE DELIVERY UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4f472-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f473-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f474-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f475-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f476-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Permits.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Notwithstanding any other Federal requirement or restriction related to the transportation of hazardous materials on aircraft, the Secretary shall, beginning not later than 180 days after enactment of this section, use a risk-based approach to establish the operational requirements, standards, or special permits necessary to approve or authorize an air carrier to transport hazardous materials by unmanned aircraft systems providing common carriage under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt135">part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, or under successor authorities, as applicable, based on the weight, amount, and type of hazardous material being transported and the characteristics of the operations subject to such requirements, standards, or special purposes.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4f477-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Secretary shall consider, at a minimum—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f478-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the safety of the public and users of the national airspace system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f479-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>efficiencies of allowing the safe transportation of hazardous materials by unmanned aircraft systems and whether such transportation complies with the hazardous materials regulations under subchapter C of chapter I of <ref href="/us/cfr/t49">title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, including any changes to such regulations issued pursuant to this section;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f47a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the risk profile of the transportation of hazardous materials by unmanned aircraft systems, taking into consideration the risk associated with differing weights, quantities, and packing group classifications of hazardous materials;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f47b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>mitigations to the risk of the hazardous materials being transported, based on the weight, amount, and type of materials <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1369">138 STAT. 1369</page> being transported and the characteristics of the operation, including operational and aircraft-based mitigations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f47c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>the altitude at which unmanned aircraft operations are conducted.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4f47d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f47e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Safety Risk Assessments</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may require unmanned aircraft systems operators to submit a safety risk assessment acceptable to the Administrator, as part of the operator certification process, in order for such operators to perform the carriage of hazardous materials as authorized under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4f47f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conformity of Hazardous Materials Regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall make such changes as are necessary to conform the hazardous materials regulations under parts 173 and 175 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t49">title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, to this section. Such changes shall be made concurrently with the activities described in subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4f480-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Stakeholder Input on Changes to the Hazardous Materials Regulations</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f481-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f482-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f483-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Implementation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days of the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall hold a public meeting to obtain input on changes necessary to implement this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f484-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Periodic updates</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f485-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f486-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>periodically review, as necessary, amounts of hazardous materials allowed to be carried by unmanned aircraft systems pursuant to this section; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f487-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f488-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine whether such amounts should be revised, based on operational and safety data, without negatively impacting overall aviation safety.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4f489-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Clause</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section shall be construed to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f48a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>limit the authority of the Secretary, the Administrator, or the Administrator of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration from implementing requirements to ensure the safe carriage of hazardous materials by aircraft; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c4f48b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>confer upon the Administrator the authorities of the Administrator of the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration under <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/pt175">part 175 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch51">chapter 51 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c4f48c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s933/g" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of Hazardous Materials</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>hazardous materials</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s5102">section 5102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e56886" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s934" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="934">SEC. 934. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f48d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c4f48e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">49 USC 44801 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>OPERATIONS OVER HIGH SEAS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c542af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s934/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c542b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Processes.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>To the extent permitted by treaty obligations of the United States, including the Convention on International Civil Aviation (in this section referred to as “ICAO”), the Administrator shall work with other civil aviation authorities to establish and implement operational approval processes to permit unmanned aircraft systems to operate over the high seas within flight information regions for which the United States is responsible for operational control.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c542b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s934/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In establishing and implementing the operational approval process under subsection (a), the Administrator shall consult with appropriate stakeholders, including industry stakeholders.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1370">138 STAT. 1370</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c542b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s934/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">ICAO Activities</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall engage ICAO through the submission of a working paper, panel proposal, or other appropriate mechanism to clarify the permissibility of unmanned aircraft systems to operate over the high seas.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c542b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s934/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c542b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall review whether, and to what extent, ICAO member states are approving the operation of unmanned aircraft systems over the high seas and brief the appropriate committees of Congress regarding the findings of such review.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e56944" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s935" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="935">SEC. 935. </num><heading>PROTECTION OF PUBLIC GATHERINGS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c5b7e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s935/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">Chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0c67b36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44812">“§ 44812.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c67b37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44812">49 USC 44812</ref>.</p></sidenote> Temporary flight restrictions for unmanned aircraft</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Temporary flight restrictions</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall, upon the request by an eligible entity, temporarily restrict unmanned aircraft operations over eligible large public gatherings.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Denial</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Notwithstanding paragraph (1), the Administrator may deny a request for a temporary flight restriction sought under paragraph (1) if—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the temporary flight restriction would be inconsistent with aviation safety or security, would create a hazard to people or property on the ground, or would unnecessarily interfere with the efficient use of the airspace;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the entity seeking the temporary flight restriction does not comply with the requirements in subsection (b);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>the eligibility requirements in subsections (c) and (d) have not been met;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>a flight restriction exists to the airspace overlying the same location as the temporary flight restriction sought under this section; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>the Administrator determines appropriate for any other reason.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c67b42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Advance notice</inline>.—</heading><content>Eligible entities may only request a temporary flight restriction under subsection (a) not less than 30 calendar days prior to the eligible large public gathering.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Eligible entities seeking a temporary flight restriction under this section shall provide the Administrator with all relevant information, including the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>Geographic boundaries of the stadium or other venue hosting the eligible large public gathering, as applicable.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>The dates and anticipated starting and ending times for the large public gathering.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>Points of contact for the requesting eligible entity and the on-scene incident command responsible for securing the large public gathering.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1371">138 STAT. 1371</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>Any other information the Administrator considers necessary to establish the restriction.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible Large Public Gatherings</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To be eligible for a temporary flight restriction under this section, large public gatherings hosted in a stadium or other venue shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>be hosted in a stadium or other venue that—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>has previously hosted events qualifying for the application of special security instructions in accordance with section 521 of the Transportation, Treasury, and Independent Agencies Appropriations Act, 2004 (<ref href="/us/pl/108/199">Public Law 108–199</ref>); and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>is not enclosed;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>have an estimated attendance of at least 30,000 people; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>be advertised in the public domain.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional gatherings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>To be eligible for a temporary flight restriction under this section, large public gatherings hosted in a venue other than a stadium or other venue described in paragraph (1)(A) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>have an estimated attendance of at least 100,000 people;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>be primarily outdoors;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b52-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>have a defined and static geographical boundary; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b53-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>be advertised in the public domain.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b54-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible Entities</inline>.—</heading><content>An entity eligible to request a temporary flight restriction under subsection (a) shall be a credentialed law enforcement organization of the Federal Government or a State, local, Tribal, or territorial government.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c67b56-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timeliness</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall make every practicable effort to assess eligibility and establish temporary flight restrictions under subsection (a) in a timely fashion.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b57-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c67b58-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public Information</inline>.—</heading><content>Any temporary flight restriction designated under this section shall be published by the Administrator in a publicly accessible manner at least 2 days prior to the start of the eligible large public gathering.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b59-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on Operations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>No person may operate an unmanned aircraft within a temporary flight restriction established under this section unless—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b5a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>the Administrator authorizes the operation for operational or safety purposes;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b5b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>the operation is being conducted for safety, security, or compliance oversight purposes and is authorized by the Administrator; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c67b5c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>the aircraft operation is conducted with the approval of the eligible entity.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b5d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section may be construed as prohibiting the Administrator from authorizing the operation of an aircraft, including an unmanned aircraft system, over, under, or within a specified distance from an eligible large public gathering for which a temporary flight restriction has been established under this section or cancelling a temporary flight restriction established under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b5e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent the Administrator from using existing processes or procedures to meet the intent of this section.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1372">138 STAT. 1372</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c67b5f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s935/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c67b60-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c67b61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44801.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44812. </designator> <label>Temporary flight restrictions for unmanned aircraft.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e57265" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="936">SEC. 936. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c6a272-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">49 USC 44801 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>COVERED DRONE PROHIBITION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c80203-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c80204-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary is prohibited from—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c80205-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c82916-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><chapeau>entering into, extending, or renewing a contract or awarding a grant—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82917-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>for the operation, procurement, or contracting action with respect to a covered unmanned aircraft system; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82918-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c82919-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>to an entity that operates (as determined by the Administrator) a covered unmanned aircraft system in the performance of such contract;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8291a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>issuing a grant to a covered foreign entity for any project related to covered unmanned aircraft systems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8291b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>operating a covered unmanned aircraft system.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c8291c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c8291d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c8291e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exemptions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary is exempt from any prohibitions under subsection (a) if the grant, operation, procurement, or contracting action is for the purposes of testing, researching, evaluating, analyzing, or training related to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8291f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>unmanned aircraft detection systems and counter-UAS systems, including activities conducted—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82920-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>under the Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence Center of Excellence of the FAA; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82921-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by the unmanned aircraft system test ranges designated under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44803">section 44803 of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82922-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the safe, secure, or efficient operation of the national airspace system or maintenance of public safety;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82923-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the safe integration of advanced aviation technologies into the national airspace system, including activities carried out under the Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence Center of Excellence of the FAA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82924-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in coordination with other relevant Federal agencies, determining security threats of covered unmanned aircraft systems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82925-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>intelligence, electronic warfare, and information warfare operations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c82926-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c82927-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c82928-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waivers</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary may waive any restrictions under subsection (a) on a case-by-case basis by notifying the appropriate committees of Congress in writing, not later than 15 days after waiving such restrictions, that the procurement or other activity is in the public interest.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c82929-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Replacement of Certain Unmanned Aircraft Systems</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8292a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall take such actions as are necessary to replace any covered unmanned aircraft system that is owned or operated by the Department of Transportation as of the date of enactment of this Act with an unmanned aircraft system manufactured in the United States or an allied country (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t10/s2350f/d/1">section 2350f(d)(1) of title 10, United States Code</ref>) if the capabilities of such covered unmanned aircraft system are consequential to the work of the Department or the mission of the Department.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1373">138 STAT. 1373</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8292b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c8292c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Appropriation </p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c8292d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">authorization.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Funding</inline>.—</heading><content>There is authorized to be appropriated to the Secretary $5,000,000 to carry out this subsection.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c8292e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Effective Dates</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8292f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Operations</inline>.—</heading><content>The prohibitions under paragraphs (1) and (3) of subsection (a) shall be in effect on the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82930-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Grants</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The prohibitions under paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82931-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>not apply to grants awarded before the date of enactment of this Act; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82932-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c82933-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p></sidenote><content>apply to grants awarded after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c82934-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Application of Prohibitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The prohibitions under subsection (a) are applicable to all offices and programs of the Department of Transportation, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82935-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>aviation research grant programs;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82936-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>aviation workforce development programs established under section 625 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82937-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>FAA Air Transportation Centers of Excellence;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82938-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/f/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>programs established under sections 631 and 632 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82939-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/f/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>the airport improvement program under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch471/schI">subchapter I of chapter 471 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c8293a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall prevent a State, local, Tribal, or territorial governmental agency from procuring or operating a covered unmanned aircraft system purchased with non-Federal funding.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c8293b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8293c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered foreign country</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>covered foreign country</term>” means any of the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8293d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The People’s Republic of China.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8293e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>The Russian Federation.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8293f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>The Islamic Republic of Iran.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82940-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>The Democratic People’s Republic of Korea.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82941-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/1/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>The Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82942-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/1/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>The Republic of Cuba.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82943-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/1/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>Any other country the Secretary determines necessary.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82944-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered foreign entity</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>covered foreign entity</term>” means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82945-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>an entity included on the list developed and maintained by the Federal Acquisition Security Council and published in the System for Award Management;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82946-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>an entity included on the Consolidated Screening List or Entity List as designated by the Secretary of Commerce;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82947-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>an entity that is domiciled in, or under the influence or control of, a covered foreign country; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82948-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>an entity that is a subsidiary or affiliate of an entity described under subparagraphs (A) through (C).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c82949-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered unmanned aircraft system</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>covered unmanned aircraft system</term>” means—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8294a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>a small unmanned aircraft, an unmanned aircraft, and unmanned aircraft system, or the associated elements <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1374">138 STAT. 1374</page> of such aircraft and aircraft systems related to the collection and transmission of sensitive information (consisting of communication links and the components that control the unmanned aircraft) that enable the operator to operate the aircraft in the National Airspace System which is manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8294b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s936/h/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>an unmanned aircraft detection system or counter-UAS system that is manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e57625" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="937">SEC. 937. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c8294c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44803">49 USC 44803 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>EXPANDING USE OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES IN THE GULF OF MEXICO.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c8c58d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall prioritize the authorization of an eligible UAS test range sponsor partnering with an eligible airport authority to achieve the goals specified in subsection (b).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c8c58e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Goals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The goals of a partnership authorized pursuant to subsection (a) shall be to test the operations of innovative technologies in both commercial and non-commercial applications, consistent with existing law, to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c58f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>identify challenges associated with aviation operations over large bodies of water;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c590-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>provide transportation of cargo and passengers to offshore energy infrastructure;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c591-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c8c592-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess the impacts of operations in saltwater environments;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c593-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>identify the challenges of integrating such technologies in complex airspace, including with commercial rotorcraft; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c594-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>identify the differences between coordinating with Federal air traffic control towers and towers operated under the FAA Contract Tower Program.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c8c595-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall provide an annual briefing to the appropriate committees of Congress on the status of the partnership authorized under this section, including detailing any barriers to the commercialization of innovative technologies in the Gulf of Mexico.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0c8c596-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c597-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/d/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Eligible airport authority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>eligible airport authority</term>” means an AIP-eligible airport authority that is—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c598-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/d/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>located in a state bordering the Gulf of Mexico which does not already contain a UAS Test Range;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c599-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/d/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>has an air traffic control tower operated under the FAA Contract Tower Program;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c59a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/d/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>is located within 60 miles of a port; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c59b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/d/1/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>does not have any scheduled passenger airline service as of the date of the enactment of this Act.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c59c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/d/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Innovative technologies</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>innovative technologies</term>” means unmanned aircraft systems and powered-lift aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c8c59d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stA/s937/d/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">UAS</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>UAS</term>” means an unmanned aircraft system.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1375">138 STAT. 1375</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle id="d9133e57751" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading>Advanced Air Mobility</heading> <section id="d9133e57756" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="951">SEC. 951. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c8ecae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DEFINITIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0c93acf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In this subtitle:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Advanced air mobility</inline>.—</heading><content>The terms “advanced air mobility” and “AAM” mean a transportation system that is comprised of urban air mobility and regional air mobility using manned or unmanned aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Powered-lift aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>powered-lift aircraft</term>” has the meaning given the term “<term>powered-lift</term>” in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s1.1">section 1.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regional air mobility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>regional air mobility</term>” means the movement of passengers or property by air between 2 points using an airworthy aircraft that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>has advanced technologies, such as distributed propulsion, vertical takeoff and landing, powered lift, nontraditional power systems, or autonomous technologies;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>has a maximum takeoff weight of greater than 1,320 pounds; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>is not urban air mobility.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/4" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Urban air mobility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>urban air mobility</term>” means the movement of passengers or property by air between 2 points in different cities or 2 points within the same city using an airworthy aircraft that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>has advanced technologies, such as distributed propulsion, vertical takeoff and landing, powered lift, nontraditional power systems, or autonomous technologies; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>has a maximum takeoff weight of greater than 1,320 pounds.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c93ad9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s951/5" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Vertiport</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>vertiport</term>” means an area of land, water, or a structure used or intended to be used to support the landing, takeoff, taxiing, parking, and storage of powered-lift aircraft or other aircraft that vertiport design and performance standards established by the Administrator can accommodate.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e57843" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s952" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="952">SEC. 952. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c93ada-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SENSE OF CONGRESS ON FAA LEADERSHIP IN ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0c988fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  It is the sense of Congress that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c988fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s952/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the United States should take actions to become a global leader in advanced air mobility;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c988fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s952/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>as such a global leader, the FAA should—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c988fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s952/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>prioritize work on the type certification of powered-lift aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c988ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s952/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>publish, in line with stated deadlines, rulemakings and policy necessary to enable commercial operations, such as the Special Federal Aviation Regulation of the FAA titled “Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes”, issued on June 14, 2023 (2120-AL72);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c98900-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s952/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>work with global partners to promote acceptance of advanced air mobility products; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c98901-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s952/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>leverage the existing aviation system to the greatest extent possible to support advanced air mobility operations; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1376">138 STAT. 1376</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c98902-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s952/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the FAA should work with manufacturers, prospective operators of powered-lift aircraft, and other relevant stakeholders to enable the safe entry of such aircraft into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e57893" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s953" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="953">SEC. 953. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c98903-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>APPLICATION OF NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT CATEGORICAL EXCLUSIONS FOR VERTIPORT PROJECTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0c9b014-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In considering the environmental impacts of a proposed vertiport project on an airport for purposes of compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c9b015-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s953/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>apply any applicable categorical exclusions in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) and subchapter A of chapter V of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40">title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0c9b016-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s953/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c9b017-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>after consultation with the Council on Environmental Quality, take steps to establish additional categorical exclusions, as appropriate, for vertiports on an airport, in accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>) and subchapter A of chapter V of <ref href="/us/cfr/t40">title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e57935" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="954">SEC. 954. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0c9b018-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY WORKING GROUP AMENDMENTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0cac189-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 2 of the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac18a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (b) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, particularly passenger-carrying aircraft,</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac18b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (d)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subparagraph (D) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac18c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>operators of airports, heliports, and vertiports, and fixed-base operators;”</content></subparagraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac18d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac18e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>1 year</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>18 months</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac18f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (3) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or that may impede such maturation</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>AAM industry</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac190-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>in paragraph (7) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac191-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>in paragraph (8) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac192-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cac193-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">“(9) </num><content>processes and programs that can be leveraged to improve the efficiency of Federal reviews required for infrastructure development, including for electrical capacity projects.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac194-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>in subsection (f)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac195-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac196-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (2) as paragraph (3);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cac197-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (1) the following new paragraph:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cae8a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>recommendations for sharing expertise and data on critical items, including long-term electrification requirements and the needs of cities (from a macro-electrification standpoint) to enable the deployment of AAM; and”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/4/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>in paragraph (3), as redesignated by paragraph (2) of this section, by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraph (1)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraphs (1) and (2)</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><chapeau>in subsection (g)—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1377">138 STAT. 1377</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>working group</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Secretary of Transportation</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/5/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (2) as paragraph (3); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/5/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (1) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cae8af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>summarizing any dissenting views and opinions of a participant of the working group described in subsection (c)(3); and”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>in subsection (h)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Not later than 30 days</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 30 days”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations for termination of working group</inline>.—</heading><content>In deciding whether to terminate the working group under this subsection, the Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration, shall consider other interagency coordination activities associated with AAM, or other new or novel users of the national airspace system, that could benefit from continued wider interagency coordination.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><chapeau>in subsection (i)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/7/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>transports people and property by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft,</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>is comprised of urban air mobility and regional air mobility using manned or unmanned aircraft</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/7/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (5) as paragraph (7);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/7/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraph (6) as paragraph (9);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cae8b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/7/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cae8ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definitions.</p></sidenote><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (4) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cb0fcb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Powered-lift aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>powered-lift aircraft</term>’ has the meaning given the term ‘<term>powered-lift</term>’ in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s1.1">section 1.1 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cb0fcc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Regional air mobility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term ‘<term>regional air mobility</term>’ means the movement of passengers or property by air between 2 points using an airworthy aircraft that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cb0fcd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>has advanced technologies, such as distributed propulsion, vertical take-off and landing, powered-lift, non-traditional power systems, or autonomous technologies;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cb0fce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>has a maximum takeoff weight of greater than 1,320 pounds; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cb0fcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>is not urban air mobility.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cb0fd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/7/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (7), as so redesignated, the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cb36e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">“(8) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Urban air mobility</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term ‘<term>urban air mobility</term>’ means the movement of passengers or property by air between 2 points in different cities or 2 points within the same city using an airworthy aircraft that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cb36e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>has advanced technologies, such as distributed propulsion, vertical takeoff and landing, powered lift, nontraditional power systems, or autonomous technologies; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cb36e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>has a maximum takeoff weight of greater than 1,320 pounds.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1378">138 STAT. 1378</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cb36e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s954/7/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cb36e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">“(10) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Vertiport</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>vertiport</term>’ means an area of land, water, or a structure, used or intended to be used to support the landing, take-off, taxiing, parking, and storage of powered lift or other aircraft that vertiport design and performance standards established by the Administrator can accommodate.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e58338" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="955">SEC. 955. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cb36e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cb36e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RULES FOR OPERATION OF POWERED-LIFT AIRCRAFT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cce498-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">SFAR Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce499-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce49a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce49b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce49c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 7 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall publish a final rule for the Special Federal Aviation Regulation of the FAA titled “Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes”, issued on June 14, 2023 (2120–AL72), establishing procedures for certifying pilots of powered-lift aircraft and providing operational rules for powered-lift aircraft capable of transporting passengers and cargo.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce49d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>With respect to any powered-lift aircraft type certificated by the Administrator, the regulations established under paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce49e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>provide a practical pathway for pilot qualification and operations;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce49f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>establish performance-based requirements for energy reserves and other range- and endurance-related requirements that reflect the capabilities and intended operations of the aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>provide for a combination of pilot training requirements, including simulators, to ensure the safe operation of powered-lift aircraft; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>to the maximum extent practicable, align powered-lift pilot qualifications with section 2.1.1.4 of Annex 1 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation published by the International Civil Aviation Organization.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the regulations required under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>consider whether to grant an individual with an existing commercial airplane (single- or multi-engine) or helicopter pilot certificate the authority to serve as pilot-in-command of a powered-lift aircraft in commercial operation following the completion of an FAA-approved pilot type rating for such type of aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce4a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><chapeau>consult with the Secretary of Defense with regard to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the Agility Prime program of the United States Air Force;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>powered-lift aircraft evaluated and deployed for military purposes, including the F–35B program; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/3/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>the commonalities and differences between powered-lift aircraft types and the handling qualities of such aircraft; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>consider the adoption of the recommendations for powered-lift operations, as appropriate, contained in document 10103 of the International Civil Aviation Organization titled “Guidance on the Implementation of ICAO <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1379">138 STAT. 1379</page> Standards and Recommended Practices for Tilt-rotors”, published in 2019.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cce4aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interim Application of Rules and Privileges in Lieu of Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce4ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Beginning 16 months after the date of enactment of this Act, if a final rule has not been published pursuant to subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>the rules in effect on the date that is 16 months after the date of enactment of this Act that apply to the operation and the operator of rotorcraft or fixed-wing aircraft under subchapters F, G, H, and I of chapter 1 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, shall be—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><chapeau>deemed to apply to—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b/1/A/i/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>the operation of a powered-lift aircraft in the national airspace system; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b/1/A/i/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>the operator of such a powered-lift aircraft; and</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce4b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>applicable, as determined by the operator of an airworthy powered-lift aircraft in consultation with the Administrator, and consistent with sections 91.3 and 91.13 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>upon the completion of a type rating for a specific powered-lift aircraft, airmen that hold a pilot or instructor certification with airplane category ratings in any class or rotorcraft category ratings in the helicopter class shall be deemed to have privileges of a powered-lift rating for such specific powered-lift aircraft.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Termination of interim rules and privileges</inline>.—</heading><content>This subsection shall cease to have effect 1 month after the effective date of a final rule issued pursuant to subsection (a).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cce4b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Powered-lift Aircraft Aviation Rulemaking Committee</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce4b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce4b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce4b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cce4ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date on which the Administrator issues the first certificate to commercially operate a powered-lift aircraft, the Administrator shall establish an aviation rulemaking committee (in this section referred to as the “Committee”) to provide the Administrator with specific findings and recommendations for, at a minimum, the creation of a standard pathway for the—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>performance-based certification of powered-lift aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>certification of airmen capable of serving as pilot-in-command of a powered-lift aircraft; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>operation of powered-lift aircraft in commercial service and air transportation.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In providing findings and recommendations under paragraph (1), the Committee shall consider the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>Outcome-driven safety objectives to spur innovation and technology adoption and promote the development of performance-based regulations.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>Lessons and insights learned from previously published special conditions and other Federal Register notices of airworthiness criteria for powered-lift aircraft.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>To the maximum extent practicable, aligning powered-lift pilot qualifications with section 2.1.1.4 of Annex <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1380">138 STAT. 1380</page> 1 to the Convention on International Civil Aviation published by the International Civil Aviation Organization.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>The adoption of the recommendations contained in document 10103 of the International Civil Aviation Organization titled “Guidance on the Implementation of ICAO Standards and Recommended Practices for Tilt-rotors”, published in 2019, as appropriate.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>Practical pathways for pilot qualification and operations.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>Performance-based requirements for energy reserves and other range- and endurance-related designs and technologies that reflect the capabilities and intended operations of the aircraft.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cce4c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>A combination of pilot training requirements, including simulators, to ensure the safe operation of powered-lift aircraft.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0ad6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>The Committee shall submit to the Administrator a report detailing the findings and recommendations of the Committee.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cd0ad7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Powered-lift Aircraft Rulemaking</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0ad8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ad9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ada-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0adb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 270 days after the date on which the Committee submits the report under subsection (c)(3), the Administrator shall initiate a rulemaking to implement the findings and recommendations of the Committee, as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0adc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the rulemaking under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0add-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ade-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><content>consult with the Secretary of Defense with regard to methods for pilots to gain proficiency and earn the necessary ratings required to act as a pilot-in-command of powered-lift aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0adf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ae0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><content>consider and plan for unmanned and remotely piloted powered-lift aircraft, and the associated elements of such aircraft, through the promulgation of performance-based regulations;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0ae1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>consider any information and experience gained from operations and efforts that occur as a result of the Special Federal Aviation Regulation of the FAA titled “Integration of Powered-Lift: Pilot Certification and Operations; Miscellaneous Amendments Related to Rotorcraft and Airplanes”, issued on June 14, 2023 (2120–AL72);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0ae2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>consider whether to grant an individual with an existing commercial airplane (single- or multi-engine) or helicopter pilot certificate the authority to serve as pilot-in-command of a powered-lift aircraft in commercial operation following the completion of an FAA-approved pilot type rating for such type of aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0ae3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>work to harmonize the certification and operational requirements of the FAA with those of civil aviation authorities with bilateral safety agreements in place with the United States, to the extent such harmonization does not negatively impact domestic manufacturers and operators; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd0ae4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s955/d/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ae5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ae6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>consider and plan for the use of alternative fuel types and propulsion methods, including reviewing the performance-based nature of parts 33 and 35 of title 14, <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1381">138 STAT. 1381</page> Code of Federal Regulations, and any related recommendations provided to the Administrator by the aviation rulemaking advisory committee described in section 956.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e58697" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="956">SEC. 956. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ae7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ae8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0ae9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0aea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certifications.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd0aeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ADVANCED PROPULSION SYSTEMS REGULATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cd801c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall task the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (in this section referred to as the “Committee”) to provide the Administrator with specific findings and recommendations for regulations related to the certification and installation of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd801d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>electric engines and propellers;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd801e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>hybrid electric engines and propulsion systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd801f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>hydrogen fuel cells;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd8020-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>hydrogen combustion engines or propulsion systems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd8021-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>other new or novel propulsion mechanisms and methods as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cd8022-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Committee shall consider, at a minimum, the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd8023-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Outcome-driven safety objectives to spur innovation and technology adoption, and promote the development of performance-based regulations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd8024-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Lessons and insights learned from previously published special conditions and other published airworthiness criteria for novel engines, propellers, and aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cd8025-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The requirements of part 33 and <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt35">part 35 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, any boundaries of applicability for standalone engine type certificates (including highly integrated systems), and the use of technical standards order authorizations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cd8026-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after providing findings and recommendations under subsection (a), the Committee shall submit to the Administrator and the appropriate committees of Congress a report containing such findings and recommendations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cd8027-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s956/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date on which the Committee submits the report under subsection (c), the Administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress regarding plans of the FAA in response to the findings and recommendations contained in the report.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e58796" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="957">SEC. 957. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd8028-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd8029-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Policies.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cd802a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>POWERED-LIFT AIRCRAFT ENTRY INTO SERVICE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cdce4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall, in consultation with exclusive bargaining representatives of air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, and any relevant stakeholder as determined appropriate by the Administrator, take such actions as may be necessary to safely integrate powered-lift aircraft into the national airspace system, including in controlled airspace, and learn from any efforts to adopt and update related policy and guidance.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cdf55c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cdf55d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Air Traffic Policies for Entry Into Service</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 40 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall update air traffic orders and policies, to the extent necessary, and address air traffic control system challenges in order to allow for—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cdf55e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the use of existing air traffic procedures, where determined to be safe by the Administrator, by powered-lift aircraft; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1382">138 STAT. 1382</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cdf55f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the approval of letters of agreement between air traffic control system facilities and powered-lift operators and infrastructure operators to minimize the amount of active coordination required for safe recurring powered-lift aircraft operations, as appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0cdf560-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cdf561-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective date.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Long-term Air Traffic Policies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Beginning 40 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cdf562-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>continue to update air traffic orders and policies to support the operation of powered-lift aircraft;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cdf563-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cdf564-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><content>to the extent necessary, develop powered-lift specific procedures for airports, heliports, and vertiports;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cdf565-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cdf566-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><content>evaluate the human factors impacts on controllers associated with managing powered-lift aircraft operations, consider the impact of additional operations on air traffic controller staffing, and make necessary changes to staffing, procedures, regulations, and orders; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cdf567-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s957/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>consider the use of third-party service providers to manage increased operations in controlled airspace to support, supplement, and enhance the work of air traffic controllers.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e58886" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="958">SEC. 958. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cdf568-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cdf569-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>INFRASTRUCTURE SUPPORTING VERTICAL FLIGHT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ce438a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce438b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Publications.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Update to Design Standards</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ce438c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce438d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Memorandums.</p></sidenote><content>not later than December 31, 2024, publish an update to the memorandum of the FAA titled “Engineering Brief No. 105, Vertiport Design”, issued on September 21, 2022 (EB No. 105);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ce438e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>not later than December 31, 2025, publish a performance-based vertiport design advisory circular; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ce438f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>begin the work necessary to update the advisory circular of the FAA titled “Heliport Design” (Advisory Circular 150/5390) in order to provide performance-based guidance for heliport design, including consideration of alternative fuel and propulsion mechanisms.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ce4390-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Engineering Brief Sunset</inline>.—</heading><content>Upon the publication of an advisory circular pursuant to subsection (a)(2), the Administrator shall cancel the memorandum described in subsection (a)(1).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ce4391-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce4392-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Dual Use Facilities</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall establish a mechanism by which owners and operators of aviation infrastructure can safely accommodate, or file a notice to accommodate, powered-lift aircraft if such infrastructure meets the safety requirements or guidance of the FAA for such aircraft.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ce4393-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Guidance, Forms, and Planning</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ce4394-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, ensure airport district offices of the FAA have sufficient guidance and policy direction regarding the use and applicability of heliport and vertiport design standards of the FAA, and update such guidance routinely;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ce6aa5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce6aa6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce6aa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><content>determine if updates to FAA Form 7460 and Form 7480 are necessary and update such forms, as appropriate; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ce6aa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s958/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>ensure that the methodology and underlying data sources of the Terminal Area Forecast of the FAA include commercial operations conducted by aircraft regardless of propulsion type or fuel type.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1383">138 STAT. 1383</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e58981" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s959" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="959">SEC. 959. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce6aa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce6aaa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Records.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce6aab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Process.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce6aac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CHARTING OF AVIATION INFRASTRUCTURE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Administrator shall increase efforts to update and keep current the Airport Master Record of the FAA, including by establishing a streamlined process by which the owners and operators of public and private aviation facilities with nontemporary, nonintermittent operations are encouraged to keep the information on such facilities current.</content></section> <section id="d9133e58999" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="960">SEC. 960. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ce6aad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY INFRASTRUCTURE PILOT PROGRAM EXTENSION.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0cf06ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 101 of division Q of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>in subsection (b)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, as well as the use of existing airport and heliport infrastructure that may require modifications to safely accommodate AAM operations,</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>vertiport infrastructure</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (B)—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/A/ii/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>in clause (iii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>vertiport</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>locations for</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/A/ii/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>in clause (iv) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and guidance</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>any standards</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/A/ii/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>in clause (v) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>vertiport infrastructure</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>urban air mobility and regional air mobility operations</quotedText>”; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/A/ii/IV" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">(IV) </num><content>in clause (x) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or the modification of aviation infrastructure</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>operation of a vertiport</quotedText>”;</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (4)(B) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Department of Defense, the National Guard,</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>or</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (6)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf06f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2025</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2027</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau>in subparagraph (B)—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/C/ii/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><content>in clause (i) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e0c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/C/ii/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>in clause (ii) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e0d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/1/C/ii/III" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">(III) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><clause class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e0e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><chapeau>a description of—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e0f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>initial community engagement efforts and responses from the public on the planning and development efforts of eligible entities related to urban air mobility and regional air mobility operations;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e10-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>how eligible entities are planning for and encouraging early adoption of urban air mobility and regional air mobility operations;</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e11-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="III">“(III) </num><content>what role each level of government plays in the process; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e12-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="IV">“(IV) </num><content>whether such entities recommend specific regulatory or guidance actions be taken by the Secretary or any other head of a Federal agency in order to support such early adoption.”</content></subclause> </clause> </quotedContent>;</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf2e13-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (c)(1) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1384">138 STAT. 1384</page> <quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0cf5524-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cf5525-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization</inline>.—</heading><content>Out of amounts made available under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/k">section 106(k) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, there are authorized to carry out this section $12,500,000 for each of fiscal years 2023 through 2026, to remain available until expended.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf5526-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subsection (d) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>2026</quotedText>” each place it appears; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf5527-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>in subsection (e)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf5528-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (1) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0cf5529-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Advanced air mobility; aam; regional air mobility; urban air mobility; vertiport</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cf552a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definitions.</p></sidenote>The terms ‘advanced air mobility’, ‘AAM’, ‘regional air mobility’, ‘urban air mobility’, and ‘vertiport’ have the meaning given such terms in section 2(i) of the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>).”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0cf552b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s960/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraphs (9) and (10).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e59261" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="961">SEC. 961. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0cf552c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>CENTER FOR ADVANCED AVIATION TECHNOLOGIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d03f8d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d03f8e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plan</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall develop a plan to establish a Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies to support the testing and advancement of new and emerging aviation technologies.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d03f8f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>In developing the plan under subsection (a), the Administrator may consult with the Advanced Air Mobility Working Group established in the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/203">Public Law 117–203</ref>), as amended by this Act, and the interagency working group established in section 1042 of this Act.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d03f90-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the plan under subsection (a), the Administrator shall consider as roles and responsibilities for the Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f91-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>developing an airspace laboratory and flight demonstration zones to facilitate the safe integration of advanced air mobility aircraft into the national airspace system, with at least 1 such zone to be established within the same geographic region as the Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies and that also has aviation manufacturers with relevant expertise, such as powered-lift;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f92-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>establishing testing corridors for the purposes of validating air traffic requirements for advanced air mobility operations, operational procedures, and performance requirements, with at least 1 such corridor to be established within the same geographic region as the Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>developing and facilitating technology partnerships with, and between, industry, academia, and other government agencies, and supporting such partnerships;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f94-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>identifying new and emerging aviation technologies, innovative aviation concepts, and relevant aviation services, including advanced air mobility, powered-lift aircraft, and other advanced aviation technologies, as determined appropriate by the Administrator; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f95-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>any other duties, as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d03f96-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d03f97-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d03f98-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Submission to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1385">138 STAT. 1385</page> to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate the plan developed under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d03f99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d03f9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d03f9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Center</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than September 30, 2026, the Administrator shall establish the Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies in accordance with the plan developed under subsection (a). In choosing the location for the Center for Advanced Aviation Technologies, the Administrator shall give preference to a community or region with a strong aeronautical presence, specifically the presence of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a large commercial airport or large air logistics center;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>aviation manufacturing with expertise in advanced aviation technologies, such as powered-lift;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>existing FAA facilities or offices, such as a Center, Institute, certificate management office, or a regional headquarters;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03f9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>airspace utilized for advanced aviation technology testing activity, and capable of supporting a wide range of use cases;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>proximity to both rural and urban communities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>State, local, or Tribal governments;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>programs to support public-private partnerships for advanced aviation technologies; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/e/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>academic institutions that offer programs relating to advanced aviation technologies engineering.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d03fa5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorization</inline>.—</heading><content>Out of amounts made available under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106/k">section 106(k) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, $35,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2025 through 2028 is authorized to carry out this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/g" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interaction With Other Entities</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator, in carrying out this section, shall, to the maximum extent practicable, leverage the research and testing capacity and capabilities of the Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems and, as appropriate, the unmanned aircraft test ranges established in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44803">section 44803 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/h" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Clauses</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Nothing in this section shall be construed to interfere with any of the following activities:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/h/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The ongoing activities of the unmanned aircraft test ranges established in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44803">section 44803 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, to the maximum extent practicable.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03fa9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/h/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The ongoing activities of the William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace, to the maximum extent practicable.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03faa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/h/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The ongoing activities of the Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems, to the maximum extent practicable.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d03fab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tIX/stB/s961/h/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The ongoing activities of the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center, to the maximum extent practicable.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1386">138 STAT. 1386</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num value="X">TITLE X—</num><heading>RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT</heading> <subtitle id="d9133e59477" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="A">Subtitle A—</num><heading>General Provisions</heading> <section id="d9133e59482" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1001" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1001">SEC. 1001. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d066bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DEFINITIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0d066bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In this title:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d066be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1001/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered committees of congress</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>covered committees of Congress</term>” means the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d08dcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1001/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">NASA</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>NASA</term>” means the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e59512" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1002" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1002">SEC. 1002. </num><heading>RESEARCH, ENGINEERING, AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0d08dd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48102/a">Section 48102(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d08dd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1002/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (15) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> a semicolon; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d08dd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1002/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d08dd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p></sidenote><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (16) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0d0b4e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="16">“(16) </num><content>$280,000,000 for fiscal year 2024;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0d0b4e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="17">“(17) </num><content>$311,000,000 for fiscal year 2025;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0d0b4e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="18">“(18) </num><content>$323,000,000 for fiscal year 2026;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0d0b4e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="19">“(19) </num><content>$334,000,000 for fiscal year 2027; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0d0b4e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="20">“(20) </num><content>$345,000,000 for fiscal year 2028.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e59579" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1003" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1003">SEC. 1003. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d0b4e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading>REPORT ON IMPLEMENTATION; FUNDING FOR SAFETY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 1 year after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report on the allocation of funding pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48102">section 48102 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, to the Secretary to conduct civil aviation research and development and to assess the implementation of section 48102(b)(2) of such title.</content></section> <section id="d9133e59592" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1004" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1004">SEC. 1004. </num><heading>NATIONAL AVIATION RESEARCH PLAN MODIFICATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d1030a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1004/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Modification of Submission Deadline</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44501/c/1">Section 44501(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d1030b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1004/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the date of submission</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the date that is 30 days after the date of submission</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d1030c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1004/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d1030d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d1030e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Delay letter.</p></sidenote><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following “<quotedText>If such report cannot be prepared and submitted by the date that is 30 days after the date of submission of the President’s budget to Congress, the Administrator shall submit, before such date, a letter to the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate and the Committee of Science, Space, and Technology of the House of Representatives stating the reason for delayed submission, impacts of the delay, and actions taken to address circumstances that led to the delay.</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d1030f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1004/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48102/g">Section 48102(g) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the date of submission</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the date that is 30 days after the date of submission</quotedText>”.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1387">138 STAT. 1387</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e59662" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1005" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1005">SEC. 1005. </num><heading>ADVANCED MATERIALS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE ENHANCEMENTS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0d12a20-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44518">Section 44518 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d12a21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1005/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (a) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d17842-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d17843-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Continued operations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d17844-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>continue operation of the Advanced Materials Center of Excellence (referred to in this section as the ‘Center’); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d17845-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d17846-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d17847-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grant.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d17848-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d17849-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d1784a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d1784b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Proposal.</p></sidenote><content>make a determination on whether to award a grant to the Center not later than 90 days after the date on which the grants officer of the Federal Aviation Administration recommends a proposal for award of such grant to the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d1784c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Center shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d1784d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>focus on applied research and training on the safe use of composites and advanced materials, and related manufacturing practices, in airframe structures; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d1784e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>conduct research and development into aircraft structure crash worthiness and passenger safety, as well as address safe and accessible air travel of individuals with a disability (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or any successor regulation)), including materials required to facilitate safe wheelchair restraint systems on commercial aircraft.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d1784f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1005/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d19f60-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Center shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>promote and facilitate collaboration among member universities, academia, the Administration, the commercial aircraft industry, including manufacturers, commercial air carriers, and suppliers, and other appropriate stakeholders for the purposes under subsection (a) and the activities described in paragraphs (2) through (4);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f62-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><chapeau>carry out research and development activities to advance technology, improve engineering practices, and facilitate continuing education in relevant areas of study, which shall include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>all structural materials, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>metallic and non-metallic based additive materials, ceramic materials, carbon fiber polymers, and thermoplastic composites;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>the long-term material and structural behavior of such materials; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">“(iii) </num><content>evaluating the resiliency and long-term durability of advanced materials in high temperature conditions and in engines for applications in advanced aircraft; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>structural technologies, such as additive manufacturing, to be used in applications within the commercial aircraft industry, including traditional fixed-wing aircraft, rotorcraft, and emerging aircraft types such as advanced air mobility aircraft; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>conduct research activities for the purpose of improving the safety and certification of aviation structures, materials, and additively manufactured aviation products and components; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1388">138 STAT. 1388</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d19f69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>conducting research activities to advance the safe movement of all passengers, including individuals with a disability (as defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/s382.3">section 382.3 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref> (or any successor regulation)), and individuals using personal wheelchairs in flight, that takes into account the modeling, engineering, testing, operating, and training issues significant to all passengers and relevant stakeholders.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e59827" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1006" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1006">SEC. 1006. </num><heading>CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d1ed8a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1006/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">Chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0d23bab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44813">“§ 44813.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d23bac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44813">49 USC 44813</ref>.</p></sidenote> Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d23bad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d23bae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Continuation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall continue operation of the Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (referred to in this section as the ‘Center’).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d23baf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Center shall carry out the following responsibilities:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>Conduct applied research and training on the safe and efficient integration of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>Promote and facilitate collaboration among academia, the Federal Aviation Administration, Federal agency partners, and industry stakeholders (including manufacturers, operators, service providers, standards development organizations, carriers, and suppliers), with respect to the safe and efficient integration of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>Establish goals set to advance technology, improve engineering practices, and facilitate continuing education with respect to the safe and efficient integration of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Program Participation</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall ensure the participation in the Center of institutions of higher education (as defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1001">20 U.S.C. 1001</ref>)) and research institutions that provide accredited bachelor’s degree programs in aeronautical sciences that provide pathways to commercial pilot certifications and that include a focus on pilot training for women aviators.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Leveraging of Certain Capacity and Capabilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall, in carrying out research necessary to validate consensus safety standards accepted pursuant to section 44805, to the maximum extent practicable, leverage the research and testing capacity and capabilities of—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>the Center;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>the test ranges designated under section 44803;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>existing Federal and non-Federal test ranges and testbeds;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>the National Aeronautics and Space Administration; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d23bb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>the William J. Hughes Technical Center for Advanced Aerospace.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1389">138 STAT. 1389</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d23bba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1006/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for chapter 448 of title 49, <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d23bbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d23bbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44801.</p></sidenote>United States Code, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44813. </designator> <label>Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e59974" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1007" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1007">SEC. 1007. </num><heading>ASSURED SAFE CREDENTIALING AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d289dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1007/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">Chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0d2b0ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44814">“§ 44814.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d2b0ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44814">49 USC 44814</ref>.</p></sidenote> ASSUREd Safe credentialing authority</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d2b0f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d2b0f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 6 months after the date of enactment of this section, the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall establish a credentialing authority for the program of record of the Federal Aviation Administration (referred to in this section as ‘ASSUREd Safe’) under the Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d2b0f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d2b0f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>ASSUREd Safe shall offer services throughout the United States, and to allies and partners of the United States, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d2b0f4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>online and in-person standards, education, and testing for the use of unmanned aircraft systems by first responders for emergency and disaster management operations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d2b0f5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>uniform communications standards, operational standards, and reporting standards for civilian, military, and international allies and partners; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d2b0f6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>any other relevant standards development related to operation of unmanned aircraft systems, as determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d2b0f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall ensure that the Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems coordinates with the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Federal Emergency Management Agency on establishment of ASSUREd Safe, and on any services offered by ASSUREd Safe.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d2b0f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1007/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch448">chapter 448 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d2b0f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d2b0fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44801.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44814. </designator> <label>ASSUREd Safe credentialing authority.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e60086" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1008" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1008">SEC. 1008. </num><heading>CLEEN ENGINE AND AIRFRAME TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIP.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0d2d80b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47511">Section 47511 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d2d80c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1008/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsonic</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>fuels for civil</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d2d80d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1008/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d2d80e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d2d80f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d2d810-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Selection</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out the program, the Administrator may provide that not less than 2 of the cooperative agreements entered into under this section involve the participation of an entity that is a small business concern (as defined in section 3 of the Small Business Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t15/s632">15 U.S.C. 632</ref>)), provided that the submitted technology proposal of the entity meets, at a minimum, FAA Acquisition Management System requirements and requisite technology readiness levels for entry into the agreement, as determined by the Administrator.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e60137" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1009">SEC. 1009. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d2d811-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44701">49 USC 44701 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>HIGH-SPEED FLIGHT TESTING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d39a62-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d39a63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d39a64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of NASA, shall establish procedures for the exclusive <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1390">138 STAT. 1390</page> purposes of developmental and airworthiness testing and demonstration flights, which may include the establishment of high-speed testing corridors in the national airspace system—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>with respect to manufacturers and operators of high-speed aircraft that conduct flights operating with supersonic speed, not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>with respect to manufacturers and operators of high-speed aircraft that conduct flights operating with hypersonic speed, not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d39a67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Areas of Testing and Demonstration</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall take action, as appropriate, to ensure flight testing and demonstration flights occur in areas where such flights will not interfere with the safety of other aircraft or the efficient use of airspace in the national airspace system.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d39a68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>sections 91.817 and 91.818 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>applications for special flight authorizations for flights operating at supersonic or hypersonic speed, as described in section 91.818 of such title;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the environmental impacts of developmental and airworthiness testing operations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>requiring applicants to include specification of proposed flight areas;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>the authorization of flights to and from airports in Class D airspace within 10 nautical miles of oceanic coastline;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>developing the vertical limits at or above the altitude necessary for safe supersonic and hypersonic operations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>proponent-provided data regarding the design and operational analysis of the aircraft, as well as data regarding sonic boom overpressures;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>the safety of the uninvolved public; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/c/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>community outreach, education, and engagement.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d39a72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d39a73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d39a74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Environmental Protection Agency and other stakeholders, shall assess and report to the covered committees of Congress on a means for supporting continued compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4321/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4321 et seq.</ref>).<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d39a75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d39a76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d39a77-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d39a78-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote> The Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with an appropriate federally funded research and development center, or other independent nonprofit organization that recommends long term solutions for maintaining compliance with such Act for 1 or more over-land or near-land hypersonic and supersonic test areas as established by the Administrator.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d39a79-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a7a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">High-speed aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>high-speed aircraft</term>” means an aircraft operating at speeds in excess of Mach 1, including supersonic and hypersonic aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/e/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Hypersonic</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>hypersonic</term>” means flights operating at speeds that exceed Mach 5.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d39a7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1009/e/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Supersonic</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>supersonic</term>” means flights operating at speeds in excess of Mach 1 but less than Mach 5.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1391">138 STAT. 1391</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e60311" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1010">SEC. 1010. </num><heading>HIGH-SPEED AIRCRAFT PATHWAY TO INTEGRATION STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d45dcd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45dce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45dcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator, in consultation with aircraft manufacturers and operators, institutions of higher education (as defined in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1001">20 U.S.C. 1001</ref>)), the Administrator of NASA, the Secretary of Defense, and any other agencies the Administrator determines appropriate, shall conduct a study assessing actions necessary to facilitate the safe operation and integration of high-speed aircraft into the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45dd0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The study conducted under paragraph (1) shall include, at a minimum—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45dd1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>an initial assessment of cross-agency equities related to high-speed aircraft technologies and flight;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45dd2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45dd3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45dd4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45dd5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45dd6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><content>the identification and collection of data required to develop certification, flight standards, and air traffic requirements for the deployment and integration of high-speed aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45dd7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45dd8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Timeline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45dd9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><content>the development of a framework and potential timeline to establish the appropriate regulatory requirements for conducting high-speed aircraft flights;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45dda-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45ddb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Strategic plans.</p></sidenote><content>strategic plans to improve the FAA’s state of preparedness and response capability in advance of receiving applications to conduct high-speed aircraft flights; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45ddc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45ddd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Survey.</p></sidenote><content>a survey of global high-speed aircraft-related regulatory and testing developments or activities.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45dde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under paragraph (1), the Administrator may consider—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45ddf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>feedback and input reflecting the technical expertise of the aerospace industry and other stakeholders, as the Administrator determines appropriate, to inform future development of policies, regulations, and standards that enable the safe operation and integration of high-speed aircraft into the national airspace system;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45de0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>opportunities for—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45de1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>demonstrating United States global leadership in high-speed aircraft and related technologies; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45de2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>strengthening global harmonization in aeronautics including in the development of international policies relating to the safe operation of high-speed aircraft; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45de3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>methods and opportunities for community outreach, education, and engagement.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d45de4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45de5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45de6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a) and recommendations, if appropriate, to facilitate the safe operation and integration of high-speed aircraft into the national airspace system.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d45de7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45de8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/c/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">High-speed aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>high-speed aircraft</term>” means an aircraft operating at speeds in excess of Mach 1, including supersonic and hypersonic aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45de9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Hypersonic</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>hypersonic</term>” means flights operating at speeds that exceed Mach 5.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1392">138 STAT. 1392</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d45dea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1010/c/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Supersonic</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>supersonic</term>” means flights operating at speeds in excess of Mach 1 but less than Mach 5.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e60483" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1011" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1011">SEC. 1011. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d45deb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 USC 40103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>OPERATING HIGH-SPEED FLIGHTS IN HIGH ALTITUDE CLASS E AIRSPACE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d484fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1011/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d484fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Research</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of NASA and any other relevant stakeholders the Administrator determines appropriate, including industry and academia, shall undertake research to identify, to the maximum extent practicable, the minimum altitude above the upper boundary of Class A airspace, at or above which flights operating with speeds above Mach 1 generate sonic booms that do not produce appreciable sonic boom overpressures that reach the surface under prevailing atmospheric conditions.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d484fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1011/b" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Hypersonic Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>hypersonic</term>” means a flight operating at speeds that exceed Mach 5.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e60514" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1012">SEC. 1012. </num><heading>ELECTRIC PROPULSION AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS STUDY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d56f5f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d56f60-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d56f61-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 120 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a study assessing the safe and scalable operation and integration of electric aircraft into the national airspace system.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d56f62-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall address—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f63-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d56f64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p></sidenote><content>identification of the workforce technical capacity and competencies needed for the Administrator to certify aircraft systems specific to electric aircraft;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d56f66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d56f67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p></sidenote><content>the data development and collection required to develop standards specific to electric aircraft;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d56f69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Standards.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d56f6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Guidance.</p></sidenote><chapeau>the regulatory standards and guidance material needed to facilitate the safe operation and maintenance of electric aircraft, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>fire protection;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>high voltage electromagnetic environments;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>engine and human machine interfaces;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>reliability of high voltage components and insulation;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>lithium batteries for propulsion use;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/3/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>operating and pilot qualifications; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/3/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>airspace integration;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d56f72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d56f73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d59684-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><chapeau>the airport infrastructure requirements to support electric aircraft operations, including an assessment of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59685-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the capabilities of airport infrastructure, including, to the extent practicable, the capabilities and capacity of the electrical power grid of the United States to support such operations, including cost, challenges, and opportunities for clean generation of electricity relating to such support, existing as of the date of enactment of this Act;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59686-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>aircraft operations specifications;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59687-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>projected operations demand by carriers and other operators;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59688-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/4/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>potential modifications to existing airport infrastructure;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59689-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/4/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>additional investments in new infrastructure and systems required to meet operations demand;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1393">138 STAT. 1393</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5968a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/4/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>management of infrastructure relating to hazardous materials used in hybrid and electric propulsion; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5968b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/4/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>ability of such current and future airport infrastructure capabilities to adapt to meet the evolving needs of electric aircraft operations; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5968c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>varying types of electric aircraft, including advanced air mobility aircraft and small or regional passenger or cargo aircraft.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d5968d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study under subsection (a), the Comptroller General may consider the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5968e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>The potential for improvements to air service connectivity for communities through the deployment of electric aircraft operations, including by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5968f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>establishing routes to small and rural communities; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59690-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>introducing alternative modes of transportation for multimodal operations within communities.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59691-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Impacts to airport-adjacent communities, including implications due to changes in airspace utilization and land use compatibility.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d59692-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d59693-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d59694-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d59695-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to the covered committees of Congress and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection (a) and recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the Comptroller General determines appropriate.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d59696-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59697-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/e/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Electric aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>electric aircraft</term>” means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid electric driven propulsion system used for flight.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d59698-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1012/e/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Advanced air mobility</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>advanced air mobility</term>” means a transportation system that transports passengers and cargo by air between two points in the United States using aircraft with advanced technologies, including aircraft with hybrid or electric vertical take-off and landing capabilities, in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e60733" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1013" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1013">SEC. 1013. </num><heading>CONTRACT WEATHER OBSERVERS PROGRAM.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0d59699-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 2306 of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/pl/114/190">Public Law 114–190</ref>; <ref href="/us/stat/130/641">130 Stat. 641</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (b) and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d5969a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Continued Use of Contract Weather Observers</inline>.—</heading><content>The<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d5969b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Expiration date.</p></sidenote> Administrator may not discontinue or diminish the contract weather observer program at any airport until September 30, 2028.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e60772" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1014" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1014">SEC. 1014. </num><heading>AIRFIELD PAVEMENT TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0d5bdac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 744 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>; <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 U.S.C. 44505 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0d5e4bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658143"><num class="fontsize12" value="744">“SEC. 744. </num><heading class="fontsize12">RESEARCH AND DEPLOYMENT OF CERTAIN AIRFIELD PAVEMENT TECHNOLOGIES.</heading><chapeau class=" fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  “Using<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d5e4be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d5e4bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote> amounts made available under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48102/a">section 48102(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, the Secretary may carry out a program for the research and development of airfield pavement technologies under which the Secretary makes grants to, and enters into cooperative agreements with, institutions of higher education (as defined <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1394">138 STAT. 1394</page> in section 101 of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (<ref href="/us/usc/t20/s1001">20 U.S.C. 1001</ref>)) and nonprofit organizations that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5e4c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>research concrete and asphalt pavement technologies that extend the life of airfield pavements;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5e4c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>develop sustainability and resiliency guidelines to improve long-term pavement performance;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5e4c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>develop and conduct training with respect to such airfield pavement technologies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5e4c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>provide for demonstration projects of such airfield pavement technologies; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d5e4c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>promote the latest airfield pavement technologies to aid the development of safer, more cost effective, and more resilient and sustainable airfield pavements.”</content></paragraph> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e60840" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1015">SEC. 1015. </num><heading>REVIEW OF FAA MANAGEMENT OF RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d6a815-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6a816-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall conduct a review of the management of research and development activities of the FAA, and the insight of the Administrator into, and coordination with, other Federal government research and development activities relating to civil aviation.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessments.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review of FAA Management</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The review of the Comptroller General under subsection (a) shall include an assessment of how the Administrator—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf29-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>plans, manages, and tracks progress of research and development projects and activities and how FAA processes and procedures compare with leading practices related to research and development management and collaboration, as determined by the Comptroller General;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf2a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>prioritizes research and development objectives;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf2b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>applies leading practices related to management of research and development, enhancement of collaboration and cooperation, and minimization of duplication, waste, and inefficiencies, in conducting activities—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>among FAA research and development programs;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>with NASA, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the extent to which NASA and the FAA leverage each other’s laboratory and testing capabilities, facilities, resources, and subject matter expert personnel in support of aeronautics research and development programs and projects;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><chapeau>an assessment of—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/B/ii/I" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">(I) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><content>the fiscal year in which the review is conducted, and the 3 fiscal years prior to such year, of Federal expenditures and any applicable fluctuation in the appropriated funds, for FAA and NASA research and development programs and projects and the impact of any funding changes on agency programs and projects; and</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/B/ii/II" style="-uslm-lc:I658128"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">(II) </num><content>the extent to which other Federal agencies, industry partners, and research organizations are involved in such programs and projects; and</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations, as appropriate, for the improvement of such coordination and collaboration with NASA;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>with other relevant Federal agencies;<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1395">138 STAT. 1395</page></content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>with international partners; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/3/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>with academia, research organizations, standards groups, and industry;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><chapeau>interacts with the private sector, including by examining the extent to which FAA—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>takes into account private sector research and development efforts in the management and investment of the research and development activities and investments of the FAA; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>assesses the impact of FAA research and development on U.S. private sector aeronautics research and development investments;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>transitions the results of research and development projects into operational use;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>has implemented the recommendations in the report issued by the Comptroller General titled “Aviation Research and Development” issued April 2017 (GAO report 17–372) and the results of the efforts to implement such recommendations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>can improve management of research and development activities and any recommendations as the Comptroller General determines appropriate based on the results of the review.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 180 days after completing the review under required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall submit to the covered committees of Congress—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a report on such review and relevant findings; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d6cf44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1015/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>recommendations, including the recommendations developed under paragraphs (3)(B)(iii) and (7) of subsection (b).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61008" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1016" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1016">SEC. 1016. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d6cf48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF FAA’S AERONAUTICAL INFORMATION SYSTEMS MODERNIZATION ACTIVITIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d71d69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1016/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Using amounts made available under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s48102/a">section 48102(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, and subject to the availability of appropriations, the Administrator, in coordination with the John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center, shall establish a research and development program, not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, to inform the continuous modernization of the aeronautical information systems of the FAA, including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d71d6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1016/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the Aeronautical Information Management Modernization, including the Notice to Air Missions system of the FAA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d71d6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1016/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the Aviation Safety Information Analysis and Sharing system; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d71d6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1016/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the Service Difficulty Reporting System.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d71d6d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1016/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review and Report</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d71d6e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1016/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d71d6f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center to conduct and complete a review of planned and ongoing modernization efforts of the aeronautical information systems of the FAA. Such review shall identify opportunities for additional coordination between the Administrator and the John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center to further modernize such systems.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d71d70-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1016/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d71d71-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d71d72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the Administrator enters into the agreement with the center under paragraph <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1396">138 STAT. 1396</page> (1), the Center shall submit to the Administrator, the covered committees of Congress, and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the review conducted under paragraph (1) and such recommendations as the Center determines appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61087" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1017" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1017">SEC. 1017. </num><heading>CENTER OF EXCELLENCE FOR ALTERNATIVE JET FUELS AND ENVIRONMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d76b93-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1017/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch445">Chapter 445 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0d7e0c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="44520">“§ 44520.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d7e0c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44520">49 USC 44520</ref>.</p></sidenote> Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuels and Environment</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d7e0c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Continuation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall continue operation of the Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuels and Environment (in this section referred to as the ‘Center’).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Responsibilities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Center shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><chapeau>focus on research to—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>assist in the development, qualification, and certification of the use of aviation fuel from alternative and renewable sources (such as biomass, next-generation feedstocks, alcohols, organic acids, hydrogen, bioderived chemicals and gaseous carbon) for commercial aircraft;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>assist in informing the safe use of alternative aviation fuels in commercial aircraft that also apply electrified aircraft propulsion systems;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>reduce community exposure to civilian aircraft noise and pollutant emissions;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>inform decision making to support United States leadership on international aviation environmental issues, including the development of domestic and international standards; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>improve and expand the scientific understanding of civil aviation noise and pollutant emissions and their impacts, as well as support the development of improved modeling approaches and tools;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>examine the use of novel technologies and other forms of innovation to reduce noise, emissions, and fuel burn in commercial aircraft; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>support collaboration with other Federal agencies, industry stakeholders, research institutions, and other relevant entities to accelerate the research, development, testing, evaluation, and demonstration programs and facilitate United States sustainability and competitiveness in aviation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">“(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d7e0d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Grant Authority</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall carry out the work of the Center through the use of grants or other measures, as determined appropriate by the Administrator pursuant to section 44513, including through interagency agreements and coordination with other Federal agencies.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Participation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Participation of educational and research institutions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the responsibilities described in subsection (b), the Center shall include, as appropriate, participation by—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><chapeau>institutions of higher education and research institutions that—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1397">138 STAT. 1397</page></chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>have existing facilities for research, development, and testing; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>leverage private sector partnerships;</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>other Federal agencies;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>consortia with experience across the alternative fuels supply chain, including with research, feedstock development and production, small-scale development, testing, and technology evaluation related to the creation, processing, production, and transportation of alternative aviation fuel; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>consortia with experience in innovative technologies to reduce noise, emissions, and fuel burn in commercial aircraft.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d7e0dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reimbursement.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of nasa facilities</inline>.—</heading><content>The Center shall, in consultation with the Administrator of NASA, consider using, on a reimbursable basis, the existing and available capacity in aeronautics research facilities at the Langley Research Center, the NASA John H. Glenn Center at the Neil A. Armstrong Test Facility, and other appropriate facilities of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d7e0dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1017/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for chapter 445 of such title, <sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d7e0de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d7e0df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 44501.</p></sidenote>as amended by section 817, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 44519 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“44520. </designator> <label>Center of Excellence for Alternative Jet Fuels and Environment.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61289" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1018" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1018">SEC. 1018. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d7e0e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d7e0e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44504">49 USC 44504 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>NEXT GENERATION RADIO ALTIMETERS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d82f02-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1018/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in coordination with the aviation and commercial wireless industries, the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, the Federal Communications Commission, and other relevant government stakeholders, shall carry out an accelerated research and development program to inform the development and testing of the standards and technology necessary to ensure appropriate FAA certification actions and industry production that meets the installation requirements for next generation radio altimeters across all necessary aircraft by January 1, 2028.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d82f03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1018/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Grant Program</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Administrator may award grants for the purposes of research and development, testing, and other activities necessary to ensure that next generation radio altimeter technology is developed, tested, certified, and installed on necessary aircraft by 2028, including through public-private partnership grants (which shall include protections for necessary intellectual property with respect to any private sector entity testing, certifying, or producing next generation radio altimeters under the program carried out under this section) with industry to ensure the accelerated production and installation by January 1, 2028.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d82f04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1018/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d82f05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plans.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review and Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report on the steps the Administrator has taken as of the date on which such report is submitted and any actions the Administrator plans to take, including as part of the program carried out under this section, to ensure that next generation radio altimeter technology is developed, tested, certified, and installed by 2028.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1398">138 STAT. 1398</page></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d82f06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1018/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to apply to efforts to retrofit the existing supply of altimeters in place as of the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61343" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1019">SEC. 1019. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d82f07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44504">49 USC 44504 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>HYDROGEN AVIATION STRATEGY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d94078-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA and Department of Energy Leadership on Using Hydrogen to Propel Commercial Aircraft</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary, acting through the Administrator and jointly with the Secretary of Energy, shall exercise leadership in and shall conduct research and development activities relating to enabling the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including the safe and efficient use and sourcing of hydrogen to propel commercial aircraft.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d94079-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9407a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Research Strategy</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of NASA and other relevant Federal agencies, shall complete the development of a research and development strategy on the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d9407b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The strategy developed under subsection (b) shall consider the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9407c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>The feasibility, opportunities, challenges, and pathways toward the potential and safe uses of hydrogen in civil aviation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9407d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The use of hydrogen in addition to electric propulsion to propel commercial aircraft and any related operational efficiencies.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d9407e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exercise of Leadership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary, the Administrator, and the Secretary of Energy shall carry out the research activities consistent with the strategy in subsection (b), and that may include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9407f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Establishing positions and goals for the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including to propel commercial aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94080-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Understanding of the qualification of hydrogen aviation fuel, the safe transition to such fuel for aircraft, the advancement of certification efforts for such fuel, and risk mitigation measures for the use of such fuel in aircraft systems, including propulsion and storage systems.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94081-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d94082-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Grants.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d94083-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><content>Through grant, contract, or interagency agreements, carrying out research and development to understand the contribution that the use of hydrogen would have on civil aviation, including hydrogen as an input for conventional jet fuel, hydrogen fuel cells as a source of electric propulsion, sustainable aviation fuel, and power to liquids or synthetic fuel, and researching ways of accelerating the introduction of hydrogen-propelled aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94084-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d94085-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reviews.</p></sidenote><content>Reviewing grant eligibility requirements, loans, loan guarantees, and other policies and requirements of the FAA and the Department of Energy to identify ways to increase the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94086-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Considering the needs of the aerospace industry, aviation suppliers, hydrogen producers, airlines, airport sponsors, fixed base operators, and other stakeholders in creating policies that enable the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94087-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>Coordinating with NASA, and obtaining input from the aerospace industry, aviation suppliers, hydrogen producers, airlines, airport sponsors, fixed base operators, academia and other stakeholders regarding—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1399">138 STAT. 1399</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94088-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94089-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/6/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>updating or modifying existing policies on such use;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9408a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/6/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>assessing barriers to, and benefits of, the introduction of hydrogen in civil aviation, including aircraft propelled by hydrogen;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9408b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/6/A/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>the operational differences between aircraft propelled by hydrogen and aircraft propelled with other types of fuels; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9408c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/6/A/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>public, economic, and noise benefits of the operation of commercial aircraft propelled by hydrogen and associated aerospace industry activity; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9408d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>other issues identified by the Secretary, the Administrator, the Secretary of Energy, or the advisory committee established under paragraph (7) that must be addressed in order to enable the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9408e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/d/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9408f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><content>Establish an advisory committee composed of representatives of NASA, the aerospace industry, aviation suppliers, hydrogen producers, airlines, airport sponsors, fixed base operators, and other stakeholders to advise the Secretary, the Administrator, and the Secretary of Energy on the activities carried out under this subsection.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d94090-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">International Leadership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary, the Administrator, and the Secretary of Energy, in the appropriate international forums, shall take actions that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94091-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>demonstrate global leadership in carrying out the activities required by subsections (a) and (b);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d94092-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>consider the needs of the aerospace industry, aviation suppliers, hydrogen producers, airlines, airport sponsors, fixed base operators, and other stakeholders identified under subsection (b);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d967a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>consider the needs of fuel cell manufacturers; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d967a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>seek to advance the competitiveness of the United States in the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d967a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 3 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, acting through the Administrator and jointly with the Secretary of Energy, shall submit to the covered committees of Congress and the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives a report detailing—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d967a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the actions of the Secretary, the Administrator, and the Secretary of Energy to exercise leadership in conducting research relating to the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d967a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d967a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Updates.</p></sidenote><content>the planned, proposed, and anticipated actions to update or modify existing policies related to the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation, based on the results of the research and development carried out under this section, including such actions identified as a result of consultation with, and feedback from, the aerospace industry, aviation suppliers, hydrogen producers, airlines, airport sponsors, fixed base operators, academia and other stakeholders identified under subsection (b); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d967a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1019/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d967aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Timeline.</p></sidenote><content>a proposed timeline for any such actions pursuant to paragraph (2).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1400">138 STAT. 1400</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61545" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1020">SEC. 1020. </num><heading>AVIATION FUEL SYSTEMS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d9dcdb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9dcdc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9dcdd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plan.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9dcde-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9dcdf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9dce0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certifications.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Coordination</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary, in coordination with the stakeholders identified in subsection (b), shall review, plan, and make recommendations with respect to coordination and implementation issues relating to aircraft powered by new aviation fuels or fuel systems, including at a minimum, the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9dce1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Research and technical assistance related to the development, certification, operation, and maintenance of aircraft powered by new aviation fuels and fuel systems, along with refueling and charging infrastructure and associated technologies critical to their deployment.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9dce2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9dce3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><content>Data sharing with respect to the installation, maintenance, and utilization of charging and refueling infrastructure at airports.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9dce4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Development and deployment of training and certification programs for the development, construction, and maintenance of aircraft, related fuel systems, and charging and refueling infrastructure.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9dce5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Any other issues that the Secretary, in consultation with the Secretary of Energy, shall deem of interest related to the validation and certification of new fuels for use or fuel systems in aircraft.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d9dce6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consultation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Secretary shall consult with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9dce7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the Department of Energy;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9dce8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>NASA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9dce9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the Department of the Air Force; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0d9dcea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>other Federal agencies, as determined by the Secretary.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d9dceb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on Duplication</inline>.—</heading><content>The Secretary shall ensure that activities conducted under this section do not duplicate other Federal programs or efforts.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d9dcec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed as granting the Environmental Protection Agency additional authority to establish alternative fuel emissions standards.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0d9dced-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1020/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9dcee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary shall provide to the covered committees of Congress a briefing on the results of the review of coordination efforts conducted under this section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61652" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1021" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1021">SEC. 1021. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0d9dcef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIR TRAFFIC SURVEILLANCE OVER UNITED STATES CONTROLLED OCEANIC AIRSPACE AND OTHER REMOTE LOCATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da0300-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1021/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Persistent Aviation Surveillance Over Oceans and Remote Locations</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of NASA and other relevant Federal agencies, shall carry out research, development, demonstration, and testing to enable civil aviation surveillance over oceans and other remote locations to improve safety.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da0301-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1021/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report on the activities carried out under this section.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da0302-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1021/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to duplicate existing efforts conducted by the Administrator, in coordination with other Federal agencies.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1401">138 STAT. 1401</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61692" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1022" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1022">SEC. 1022. </num><heading>AVIATION WEATHER TECHNOLOGY REVIEW.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da5123-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1022/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, shall conduct a review of current and planned research, modeling, and technology capabilities that have the potential to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0da5124-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1022/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>more accurately detect and predict weather impacts to aviation;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0da5125-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1022/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>inform how advanced predictive models can enhance aviation operations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0da5126-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1022/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>increase national airspace system safety and efficiency.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da5127-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1022/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Consideration</inline>.—</heading><content>The review required under subsection (a) shall include consideration of the unique impacts of weather on unmanned aircraft systems (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">section 44801 of title 49, United States Code</ref>) and advanced air mobility operations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da5128-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1022/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report containing the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da5129-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1022/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to duplicate existing efforts conducted by the Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61753" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1023" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1023">SEC. 1023. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0da512a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47101">49 USC 47101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIR TRAFFIC SURFACE OPERATIONS SAFETY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da9f4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1023/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Research</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of NASA and other appropriate Federal agencies, shall continue to carry out research and development activities relating to technologies and operations to enhance air traffic surface operations safety.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da9f4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1023/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0da9f4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the research and development under subsection (a) shall examine the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0da9f4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1023/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Methods and technologies to enhance the safety and efficiency of air traffic control operations related to air traffic surface operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0da9f4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1023/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Emerging technologies installed in aircraft cockpits to enhance ground situational awareness, including enhancements to the operational performance of runway traffic alerting and runway landing safety technologies.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0da9f50-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1023/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Safety enhancements and adjustments to air traffic surface operations to account for and enable safe operations of advanced aviation technology.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0da9f51-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1023/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report on the research and development activities carried out under this section, including regarding the transition into operational use of such activities.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61808" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1024">SEC. 1024. </num><heading>TECHNOLOGY REVIEW OF ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND MACHINE LEARNING TECHNOLOGIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0daed72-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Review</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall conduct a review of current and planned artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to improve airport efficiency and safety.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0daed73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the review required under subsection (a), the Administrator may consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0daed74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>identifying best practices and lessons learned from both domestic and international artificial intelligence and machine <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1402">138 STAT. 1402</page> learning technology applications to improve airport operations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0daed75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>coordinating with other relevant Federal agencies to identify China’s domestic application of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies relating to airport operations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0daed76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0daed77-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Summaries</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The review conducted under subsection (a) shall include examination of the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0daed78-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Jet bridges.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0daed79-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Airport service vehicles on airport movement areas.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0daed7a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Aircraft taxi.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0daed7b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Air traffic control operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0daed7c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Any other areas the Administrator determines necessary to help improve airport efficiency and safety.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0daed7d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1024/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report containing the results of the review conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61892" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1025" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1025">SEC. 1025. </num><heading>RESEARCH PLAN FOR COMMERCIAL SUPERSONIC RESEARCH.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0db148e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1025/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0db148f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0db1490-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of NASA and industry, shall provide to the covered committees of Congress a briefing on any plans to build on existing research and development activities and identify any further research and development needed to inform the development of Federal and international policies, regulations, standards, and recommended practices relating to the certification and safe and efficient operation of civil supersonic aircraft and supersonic overland flight.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0db1491-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1025/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to duplicate existing research and development efforts conducted by the Administrator, in consultation with the Administrator of NASA.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0db1492-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1025/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Supersonic Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>supersonic</term>” means flights operating at speeds in excess of Mach 1 but less than Mach 5.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61929" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1026" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1026">SEC. 1026. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0db3ba3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ELECTROMAGNETIC SPECTRUM RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0db62b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1026/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator, in consultation with the National Telecommunications and Information Administration and the Federal Communications Commission, shall conduct research, engineering, and development related to the effective and efficient use and management of radio frequency spectrum in the civil aviation domain, including for aircraft, unmanned aircraft systems, and advanced air mobility.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0db62b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1026/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The research, engineering, and development conducted under subsection (a) shall, at a minimum, address the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0db62b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1026/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>How reallocation or repurposing of radio frequency spectrum adjacent to spectrum allocated for communication, navigation, and surveillance may impact the safety of civil aviation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0db62b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1026/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The effectiveness of measures to identify risks, protect, and mitigate against spectrum interference in frequency bands used in civil aviation operations to ensure public safety.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1403">138 STAT. 1403</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0db62b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1026/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The identification of any emerging civil aviation systems and their anticipated spectrum requirements.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0db62b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1026/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The implications of paragraphs (1) through (3) on existing civil aviation systems that use radio frequency spectrum, including on the operational specifications of such systems, as it relates to existing and to future radio frequency spectrum requirements for civil aviation.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0db62ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1026/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report containing the results of the research, engineering, and development conducted under subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e61989" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1027">SEC. 1027. </num><heading>RESEARCH PLAN ON THE REMOTE TOWER PROGRAM.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dbb0db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dbb0dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a comprehensive plan for research, development, testing, and evaluation needed to further mature remote tower technologies and systems and related requirements and provide a strategic roadmap to support deployment of such technologies.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dbb0dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the plan under subsection (a), the Administrator shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dbb0de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>how remote tower systems could enhance certain air traffic services, including providing additional air traffic support to existing air traffic control tower operations and providing air traffic support at airports without a manned air traffic control tower;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dbd7ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the validation and certification timeline and structure of the FAA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dbd7f0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>existing remote tower technologies to the extent possible to inform technology maturation and improvements;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dbd7f1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>new and developing remote tower technologies and the extent to which remote tower systems enable the introduction of advanced technological capabilities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dbd7f2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>collaborating with the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers of the FAA certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dbd7f3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1027/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Savings Clause</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to limit or otherwise delay testing, validating, certifying, or deploying remote tower technologies conducted under section 47124 <ref href="/us/usc/t49">title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e62058" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1028" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1028">SEC. 1028. </num><heading>AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL TRAINING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dbff04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1028/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dbff05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Evaluation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Research</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Administrator shall carry out a research program to evaluate opportunities to modernize, enhance, and streamline on-the-job training and training time for individuals seeking to become certified professional controllers of the FAA, as required by the Administrator.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dbff06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1028/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requirements</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the research program under subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dbff07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1028/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dbff08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assess the benefits of deploying and using advanced technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, adaptive computer-based simulation, virtual reality, or augmented reality, or any other technology determined appropriate by the Administrator, to enhance air traffic controller knowledge retention and controller performance, strengthen safety, and improve the effectiveness of training time; and<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1404">138 STAT. 1404</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dbff09-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1028/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>include collaboration with labor organizations, including the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers of the FAA certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, and other stakeholders.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dbff0a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1028/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report on the findings of the research under subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dbff0b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1028/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to delay the installation of tower simulation systems by the Administrator at FAA air traffic facilities across the national airspace system.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e62123" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1029" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1029">SEC. 1029. </num><heading>REPORT ON AVIATION CYBERSECURITY DIRECTIVES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dc4d2c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1029/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report on the status of the implementation by the Administrator of the framework developed under section 2111 of the FAA Extension, Safety, and Security Act of 2016 (<ref href="/us/pl/114/190">Public Law 114–190</ref>; <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44903">49 U.S.C. 44903 note</ref>).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dc4d2d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1029/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The report, at a minimum, shall include the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dc4d2e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1029/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>A description of the progress of the Administrator in developing, implementing, and updating such framework.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dc4d2f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1029/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dc4d30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Overview.</p></sidenote><content>An overview of completed research and development projects to date and a description of remaining research and development activities prioritized for the most needed improvements, with target dates, to safeguard the national airspace system.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dc4d31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1029/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>An explanation for any delays or challenges in so implementing such section.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e62171" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1030">SEC. 1030. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dc4d32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44505">49 USC 44505 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>TURBULENCE RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dd3793-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Subject to the availability of appropriations, the Administrator, in collaboration with the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and in consultation with the Administrator of NASA, shall carry out applied research and development to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd3794-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>enhance the monitoring and understanding of severe turbulence, including clear-air turbulence; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd3795-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>inform the development of measures to mitigate safety impacts on crew and the flying public that may result from severe turbulence.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dd3796-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Research and Development Activities</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the research and development under subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd3797-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dd3798-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Processes.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dd3799-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dd379a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Data.</p></sidenote><content>establish processes and procedures for comprehensive and systematic data collection, through both instrumentation and pilot reporting, of severe turbulence, including clear-air turbulence;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd379b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>establish measures for storing and managing such data collection;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd379c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>support measures for monitoring and characterizing incidents of severe turbulence;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd379d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>consider relevant existing research and development from other entities, including Federal departments and agencies, academia, and the private sector; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd379e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><chapeau>carry out research and development—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1405">138 STAT. 1405</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd379f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/5/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>to understand the impacts of relevant factors on the nature of turbulence, including severe turbulence and clear-air turbulence;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/5/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>to enhance turbulence forecasts for flight planning and execution, seasonal predictions for schedule and route-planning, and long-term projections of severe turbulence, including clear-air turbulence; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/5/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>on other subject matters areas related to severe turbulence, as determined by the Administrator; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>support the effective transition of the results of research and development to operations, in cases in which such transition is appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duplicative Research and Development Activities</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall ensure that research and development activities under this section do not duplicate other Federal programs relating to turbulence.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Turbulence Data</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dd37a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Commercial providers</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out the research and development under subsection (a) and the activities described in subsection (b), the Administrator may enter into agreements with commercial providers for the following:</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/d/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>The purchase of turbulence data.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/d/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>The placement on aircraft of instruments relevant to understanding and monitoring turbulence.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Data access</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall make the data collected under subsection (b) widely available and accessible to the scientific research, user, and stakeholder communities, including the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, to the greatest extent practicable and in accordance with FAA data management policies.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dd37aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report on Turbulence Research</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 15 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator, in collaboration with the Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>details the activities conducted under this section, including how the requirements of subsection (b) have contributed to the goals described in paragraphs (1) and (2) of subsection (a);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dd37ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>assesses the current state of scientific understanding of the causes, occurrence rates, and past and projected future trends in occurrence rates of severe turbulence, including clear-air turbulence;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>describes the processes and procedures for collecting, storing, and managing, data in pursuant to subsection (b);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd37af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dd5ec0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><chapeau>assesses—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd5ec1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the use of commercial providers pursuant to subsection (d)(1); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd5ec2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>the need for any future Federal Government collection or procurement of data and instruments related to turbulence, including an assessment of costs;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd5ec3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>describes how such data will be made available to the scientific research, user, and stakeholder communities; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dd5ec4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1030/e/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>identifies future research and development needed to inform the development of measures to predict and mitigate the safety impacts that may result from severe turbulence, including clear-air turbulence.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1406">138 STAT. 1406</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e62373" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1031" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1031">SEC. 1031. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dd5ec5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44501">49 USC 44501 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RULE OF CONSTRUCTION REGARDING COLLABORATIONS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Nothing in this title may be construed as modifying or limiting existing collaborations, or limiting potential engagement on future collaborations, between the Administrator, stakeholders, and labor organizations, including the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers certified under <ref href="/us/usc/t5/s7111">section 7111 of title 5, United States Code</ref>, pertaining to FAA research, engineering, development, demonstration, and testing activities.</content></section> <section id="d9133e62388" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1032">SEC. 1032. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dd5ec6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">China.</p></sidenote><heading>LIMITATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3f7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibited Activities</inline>.—</heading><content>None of the funds authorized in this title may be used to conduct research, develop, design, plan, promulgate, implement, or execute a policy, program, order, or contract of any kind with the Chinese Communist Party or any entity that is domiciled in China or under the influence of China unless such activities are specifically authorized by a law enacted after the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3f8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exemption</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator is exempt from the prohibitions under subsection (a) if the prohibited activities are executed for the purposes of testing, research, evaluating, analyzing, or training related to—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3f9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><chapeau>counter-unmanned aircraft detection and mitigation systems, including activities conducted—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3fa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/b/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>under the Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems of the FAA; or</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3fb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/b/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by the test ranges designated under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44803">section 44803 of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3fc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the safe, secure, or efficient operation of the national airspace system or maintenance of public safety;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3fd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>the safe integration of advanced aviation technologies into the national airspace system, including activities carried out by the Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems of the FAA;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>in coordination with other relevant Federal agencies, determining security threats of unmanned aircraft systems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd3ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>intelligence, electronic warfare, and information warfare operations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ddd400-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Waivers</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd401-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public interest determination</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may waive any prohibitions under subsection (a) on a case-by-case basis if the Administrator determines that activities described in subsection (a) are in the public interest.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ddd402-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stA/s1032/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ddd403-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator provides a waiver under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall notify the covered committees of Congress in writing not later than 15 days after exercising such waiver.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> </subtitle> <subtitle id="d9133e62484" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB" style="-uslm-lc:I658178"><num value="B">Subtitle B—</num><heading>Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Advanced Air Mobility</heading> <section id="d9133e62489" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1041">SEC. 1041. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ddd404-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DEFINITIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0de4935-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  In this subtitle:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0de4936-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Advanced air mobility</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>advanced air mobility</term>” means a transportation system that is comprised <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1407">138 STAT. 1407</page> of urban air mobility and regional air mobility using manned or unmanned aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0de4937-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Interagency working group</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>interagency working group</term>” means the advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems interagency working group of the National Science and Technology Council established under section 1042.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0de4938-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/3" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Labor organization</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>labor organization</term>” has the meaning given the term in section 2(5) of the National Labor Relations Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t29/s152/5">29 U.S.C. 152(5)</ref>), except that such term shall also include—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0de4939-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>any organization composed of labor organizations, such as a labor union federation or a State or municipal labor body; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0de493a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>any organization which would be included in the definition for such term under such section 2(5) but for the fact that the organization represents—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0de493b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/3/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>individuals employed by the United States, any wholly owned Government corporation, any Federal Reserve Bank, or any State or political subdivision thereof;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0de493c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/3/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>individuals employed by persons subject to the Railway Labor Act (<ref href="/us/usc/t45/s151/etseq">45 U.S.C. 151 et seq.</ref>); or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0de493d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/3/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>individuals employed as agricultural laborers.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0de493e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/4" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">National laboratory</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>National Laboratory</term>” has the meaning given such term in section 2 of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s15801">42 U.S.C. 15801</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0de493f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/5" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Technical standard</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>technical standard</term>” has the meaning given such term in section 12(d)(5) of the National Technology Transfer and Advancement Act of 1995 (<ref href="/us/usc/t15/s272">15 U.S.C. 272 note</ref>).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0de4940-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1041/6" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Unmanned aircraft system</inline>.—</heading><content>The term “<term>unmanned aircraft system</term>” has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">section 44801 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e62605" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1042">SEC. 1042. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0de4941-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>INTERAGENCY WORKING GROUP.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dee582-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Designation</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee583-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dee584-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Establishment.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The National Science and Technology Council shall establish or designate an interagency working group on advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems to coordinate Federal research, development, deployment, testing, and education activities to enable advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee585-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Membership</inline>.—</heading><content>The interagency working group shall be comprised of senior representatives from NASA, the Department of Transportation, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the National Science Foundation, the National Institute of Standards and Technology, Department of Homeland Security, and such other Federal agencies as appropriate.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dee586-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The interagency working group shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee587-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>develop a strategic research plan to guide Federal research to enable advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems and oversee implementation of the plan;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee588-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>oversee the development of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee589-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>an assessment of the current state of United States competitiveness and leadership in advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems, including the scope and <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1408">138 STAT. 1408</page> scale of United States investments in relevant research and development; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee58a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>strategies to strengthen and secure the domestic supply chain for advanced air mobility systems and unmanned aircraft systems;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee58b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>facilitate communication and outreach opportunities with academia, industry, professional societies, State, local, Tribal, and Federal governments, and other stakeholders;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee58c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>facilitate partnerships to leverage knowledge and resources from industry, State, local, Tribal, and Federal governments, National Laboratories, unmanned aircraft systems test range (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">section 44801 of title 49, United States Code</ref>), academic institutions, and others;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee58d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>coordinate with the advanced air mobility working group established under section 2 of the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/203">Public Law 117–203</ref>) and heads of other Federal departments and agencies to avoid duplication of research and other activities to ensure that the activities carried out by the interagency working group are complementary to those being undertaken by other interagency efforts; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dee58e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>coordinate with the National Security Council and other authorized agency coordinating bodies on the assessment of risks affecting the existing Federal unmanned aircraft systems fleet and outlining potential steps to mitigate such risks.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dee58f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dee590-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dee591-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Termination date.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dee592-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Summary.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dee593-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Budget.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, and every 2 years thereafter until December 31, 2028, the interagency working group shall transmit to the covered committees of Congress a report that includes a summary of federally funded advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems research, development, deployment, and testing activities, including the budget for each of the activities described in this paragraph.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dee594-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1042/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>The interagency working group shall not be construed to conflict with or duplicate the work of the interagency working group established under the advanced air mobility working group established by the Advanced Air Mobility Coordination and Leadership Act (<ref href="/us/pl/117/203">Public Law 117–203</ref>).</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e62737" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1043">SEC. 1043. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dee595-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dee596-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time periods.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dee597-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>STRATEGIC RESEARCH PLAN.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dff708-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff709-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the interagency working group shall develop and periodically update, as appropriate, a strategic plan for Federal research, development, deployment, and testing of advanced air mobility systems and unmanned aircraft systems.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dff70a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the plan required under subsection (a), the interagency working group shall consider and use—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff70b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>information, reports, and studies on advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems that have identified research, development, deployment, and testing needed;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff70c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>information set forth in the national aviation research plan developed under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44501/c">section 44501(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff70d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>recommendations made by the National Academies in the review of the plan under subsection (d).<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1409">138 STAT. 1409</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dff70e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents of the Plan</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the plan required under subsection (a), the interagency working group shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff70f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff710-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><content>determine and prioritize areas of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems research, development, demonstration, and testing requiring Federal Government leadership and investment;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff711-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>establish, for the 10-year period beginning in the calendar year the plan is submitted, the goals and priorities for Federal research, development, and testing which will—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff712-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>support the development of advanced air mobility technologies and the development of an advanced air mobility research, innovation, and manufacturing ecosystem;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff713-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>take into account sustained, consistent, and coordinated support for advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems research, development, and demonstration, including through grants, cooperative agreements, testbeds, and testing facilities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff714-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>apply lessons learned from unmanned aircraft systems research, development, demonstration, and testing to advanced air mobility systems;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff715-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>inform the development of voluntary consensus technical standards and best practices for the development and use of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff716-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2/E" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">(E) </num><content>support education and training activities at all levels to prepare the United States workforce to use and interact with advanced air mobility systems and unmanned aircraft systems;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff717-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2/F" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">(F) </num><content>support partnerships to leverage knowledge and resources from industry, State, local, Tribal, and Federal governments, the National Laboratories, Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Research of the FAA, unmanned aircraft systems test ranges (as defined in <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44801">section 44801 of title 49, United States Code</ref>), academic institutions, labor organizations, and others to advance research activities;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff718-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2/G" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">(G) </num><content>leverage existing Federal investments; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff719-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/2/H" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">(H) </num><content>promote hardware interoperability and open-source systems;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff71a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>support research and other activities on the impacts of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems on national security, safety, economic, legal, workforce, and other appropriate societal issues;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff71b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>reduce barriers to transferring research findings, capabilities, and new technologies related to advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems into operation for the benefit of society and United States competitiveness;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff71c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>in consultation with the Council of Economic Advisers, measure and track the contributions of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility to United States economic growth and other societal indicators; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff71d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff71e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff71f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><content>identify relevant research and development programs and make recommendations for the coordination of relevant activities of the Federal agencies and set forth the role of each Federal agency in implementing the plan.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1410">138 STAT. 1410</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dff720-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Evaluation</inline>.—</heading><content><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff721-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff722-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote>The Administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with the National Academies to review the plan every 5 years.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dff723-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff724-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Consultation.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Public Participation</inline>.—</heading><content>In developing the plan under subsection (a), the interagency working group shall consult with representatives of stakeholder groups, which may include academia, research institutions, and State, industry, and labor organizations. Not<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff725-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff726-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Federal Register, publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff727-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public comment.</p></sidenote> later than 90 days before the plan, or any revision thereof, is submitted to Congress, the plan shall be published in the Federal Register for a public comment period of not less than 60 days.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0dff728-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reports to Congress on the Strategic Research Plan</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff729-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Progress report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the interagency working group described in section 1042 of this Act shall transmit to the covered committees of Congress a report that describes the progress in developing the plan required under this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff72a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Initial report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the interagency working group shall transmit to the covered committees of Congress the strategic research plan developed under this section.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0dff72b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1043/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff72c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Analysis.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Biennial report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the transmission of the initial report under paragraph (2) and every 2 years thereafter until December 31, 2033, the interagency working group shall transmit to the covered committees of Congress a report that includes an analysis of the progress made towards achieving the goals and priorities for the strategic research plan.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e62965" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1044">SEC. 1044. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0dff72d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM AND ADVANCED AIR MOBILITY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e0e18e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Consistent with the research plan in section 1043, the Administrator, in coordination with the Administrator of NASA and other Federal agencies, shall carry out and support research, development, testing, and demonstration activities and technology transfer, and activities to facilitate the transition of such technologies into application to enable advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems and to facilitate the safe integration of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system, in areas including—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e18f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>beyond visual-line-of-sight operations;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e190-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>command and control link technologies;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e191-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>development and integration of unmanned aircraft system traffic management into the national airspace system;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e192-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>noise and other societal and environmental impacts;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e193-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>informing the development of an industry consensus vehicle-to-vehicle standard;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e194-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/a/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>safety, including collisions between advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems of various sizes, traveling at various speeds, and various other crewed aircraft or various parts of other crewed aircraft of various sizes and traveling at various speeds; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e195-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/a/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>detect-and-avoid capabilities.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e0e196-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Duplicative Research and Development Activities</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall ensure that research and development and other activities conducted under this section do not duplicate <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1411">138 STAT. 1411</page> other Federal activities related to the integration of unmanned aviation systems or advanced air mobility.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e0e197-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Lessons Learned</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall apply lessons learned from unmanned aircraft systems research, development, demonstration, and testing to advanced air mobility systems.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e0e198-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Research on Approaches to Evaluating Risk</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall conduct research on approaches to evaluating risk in emerging vehicles, technologies, and operations for unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility systems. Such research shall include—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e199-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/d/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>defining quantitative metrics, including metrics that may support the Administrator in making determinations, and research to inform the development of requirements, as practicable, for the operations of certain unmanned aircraft systems, as described under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">section 44807 of title 49, United States Code</ref>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e19a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/d/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e0e19b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Processes.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e0e19c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Criteria.</p></sidenote><content>developing risk-based processes and criteria to inform the development of regulations and certification of complex operations, to include autonomous beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations, of unmanned aircraft systems of various sizes and weights, and advanced air mobility systems; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e19d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/d/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>considering the utility of performance standards to make determinations under <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">section 44807 of title 49, United States Code</ref>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e0e19e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/e" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e0e19f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plans.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 9 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall submit to the covered committees of Congress a report on the actions taken by the Administrator to implement provisions under this section that includes—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e1a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e0e1a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Summary.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e0e1a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Costs.</p></sidenote><content>a summary of the costs and results of research under subsection (a)(6);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e0e1a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>a description of plans for and progress toward the implementation of research and development under subsection (d);</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e108b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/e/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>a description of the progress of the FAA in using research and development to inform FAA certification guidance and regulations of—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e108b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/e/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>large unmanned aircraft systems, including those weighing more than 55 pounds; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e108b6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/e/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>extended autonomous and remotely piloted operations beyond visual line of sight in controlled and uncontrolled airspace; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e108b7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/e/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>a current plan for full operational capability of unmanned aircraft systems traffic management, as described in section 376 the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44802">49 U.S.C. 44802 note</ref>).</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e108b8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Parallel Efforts</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e108b9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/f/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Research and development activities under this section may be conducted concurrently with the deployment of technologies outlined in (a) and in carrying out the this title and title IX.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e108ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/f/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to delay appropriate actions to deploy the technologies outlined in subsection (a), including the deployment of beyond visual-line-of-sight operations of unmanned aircraft systems, or delay the Administrator in carrying out this title and title IX, or limit FAA use of existing risk methodologies <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1412">138 STAT. 1412</page> to make determinations pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44807">section 44807 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, prior to completion of relevant research and development activities.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e108bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1044/f/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e108bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Practices and regulations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall, to the maximum extent practicable, use the results of research and development activities conducted under this section to inform decisions on whether and how to maintain or update existing regulations and practices, or whether to establish new practices or regulations.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e63177" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1045">SEC. 1045. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e108bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PARTNERSHIPS FOR RESEARCH, DEVELOPMENT, DEMONSTRATION, AND TESTING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e17dee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e17def-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Contracts.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e17df0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Study</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall seek to enter into an arrangement with the National Academy of Public Administration to examine research, development, demonstration, and testing partnerships of the FAA to advance unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility and to facilitate the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e17df1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall ensure that the entity carrying out the study in subsection (a) shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17df2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>identify existing FAA partnerships with external entities, including academia and Centers of Excellence, industry, and nonprofit organizations, and the types of such partnership arrangements;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17df3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e17df4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Examination.</p></sidenote><content>examine the partnerships in paragraph (1), including the scope and areas of research, development, demonstration, and testing carried out, and associated arrangements for performing research and development activities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17df5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e17df6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review the extent to which the FAA uses the results and outcomes of each partnership to advance the research and development in unmanned aircraft systems;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17df7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>identify additional research and development areas, if any, that may benefit from partnership arrangements, and whether such research and development would require new partnerships;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17df8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>identify any duplication of ongoing or planned research, development, demonstration, or testing activities;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17df9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>identify effective and appropriate means for publication and dissemination of the results and sharing with the public, commercial, and research communities related data from such research, development, demonstration, and testing conducted under such partnerships;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17dfa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>identify effective mechanisms, either new or already existing, to facilitate coordination, evaluation, and information-sharing among and between such partnerships;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17dfb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>identify effective and appropriate means for facilitating technology transfer activities within such partnerships;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17dfc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><content>identify the extent to which such partnerships broaden participation from groups historically underrepresented in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, including computer science and cybersecurity, and include participation by industry, workforce, and labor organizations; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e17dfd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/b/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e17dfe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review options for funding models best suited for such partnerships, which may include cost-sharing and public-private partnership models with industry.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e17dff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tX/stB/s1045/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e17e00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Transmittal</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator shall transmit to the <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1413">138 STAT. 1413</page> covered committees of Congress the study described in subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> </subtitle> <num value="XI">TITLE XI—</num><heading>MISCELLANEOUS</heading> <section id="d9133e63293" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1101">SEC. 1101. </num><heading>TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e304a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Title 49 Analysis</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49">title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e304a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e304a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to subtitle IX and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658260"> <designator>“IX. </designator> <label>MULTIMODAL FREIGHT TRANSPORTATION</label> <target leaderAlign="left" leaderChar="." style="-uslm-lc:I658252">70101”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></target> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bb4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Subtitle I Analysis</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/stI">subtitle I of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e32bb5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e32bb6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to chapter 7.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bb7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Subtitle VII Analysis</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/stVII">subtitle VII of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e32bb8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e32bb9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 40101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to chapter 448 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658260"> <designator>“448. </designator> <label>Unmanned Aircraft Systems</label> <target leaderAlign="left" leaderChar="." style="-uslm-lc:I658252">44801”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></target> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority To Exempt</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40109/b">Section 40109(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>sections 40103(b)(1) and (2) of this title</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>paragraphs (1) and (2) of section 40103(b)</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bbb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/e" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Disposal of Property</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40110/c/4">Section 40110(c)(4) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a)(2)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a)(3)</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bbc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/f" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">General Procurement Authority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40110/d/3">Section 40110(d)(3) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e32bbd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/f/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subparagraph (B) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>, as in effect on October 9, 1996</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>Policy Act</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e32bbe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/f/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subparagraph (C) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>division B of subtitle I of title 41</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e32bbf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/f/3" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>in subparagraph (D) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 27(e)(3)(A)(iv) of the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 2105(c)(1)(D) of title 41</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/g" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Government-Financed Air Transportation</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40118/g/1">Section 40118(g)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>detection and reporting of potential human trafficking (as described in paragraphs (9) and (10)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>detection and reporting of potential severe forms of trafficking in persons and sex trafficking (as such terms are defined in paragraphs (11) and (12)</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/h" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">FAA Authority To Conduct Criminal History Record Checks</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40130/a/1/A">Section 40130(a)(1)(A) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s14616">42 U.S.C. 14616</ref>)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(<ref href="/us/usc/t34/s40316">34 U.S.C. 40316</ref>)</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/i" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Submissions of Plans</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41313/c/16">Section 41313(c)(16) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>will consult</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the foreign air carrier shall consult</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/j" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="j">(j) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plans and Policy</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44501/c">Section 44501(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/j/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in paragraph (2)(B)(i), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>40119,</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/j/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in paragraph (3) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Subject to section 40119(b) of this title and regulations prescribed under section 40119(b),</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Subject to section 44912(d)(2) and regulations prescribed under such section,</quotedText>”.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1414">138 STAT. 1414</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/k" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="k">(k) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Civil Penalty</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44704/f">Section 44704(f) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (a)(6)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (d)(3)</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/l" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="l">(l) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use and Limitation of Amounts</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44508">Section 44508 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>40119,</quotedText>” each place it appears.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e32bc8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/m" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="m">(m) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Structures Interfering With Air Commerce or National Security</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44718/h">Section 44718(h) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the terms ‘adverse impact on military operations and readiness’ and ‘unacceptable risk to the national security of the United States’ have the meaning given those terms in section 183a(h) of title 10.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/n" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="n">(n) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Meteorological Services</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44720/b/2">Section 44720(b)(2) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e351db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/n/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Administrator to persons</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Administrator, to persons</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e351dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/n/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Administrator and to</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the Administrator, and to</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/o" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="o">(o) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aeronautical Charts</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44721/c/1">Section 44721(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>1947,</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>1947</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/p" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="p">(p) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Flight Attendant Certification</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44728/c">Section 44728(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Regulation,</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Regulations,</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351df-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/q" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="q">(q) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Manual Surcharge</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch453">chapter 453 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e351e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e351e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 45301.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“45306. </designator> <label>Manual surcharge.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/r" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="r">(r) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Schedule of Fees</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s45301/a">Section 45301(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Administrator shall establish</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration shall establish</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/s" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="s">(s) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Judicial Review</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46110/a">Section 46110(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (l) or (s) of section 114</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>subsection (l) or (r) of section 114</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/t" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="t">(t) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Civil Penalties</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s46301/a">Section 46301(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e351e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/t/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the heading for paragraph (6), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Failure to collect airport security badges</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Failure to collect airport security badges</headingText></quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e351e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/t/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in paragraph (7), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Penalties relating to harm to passengers with disabilities</headingText></quotedText>” in the paragraph heading and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Penalties relating to harm to passengers with disabilities</headingText></quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/u" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="u">(u) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Payments Under Project Grant Agreements</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47111/e">Section 47111(e) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>fee</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>charge</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351e8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/v" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Agreements for State and Local Operation of Airport Facilities</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47124/b/1/B/ii">Section 47124(b)(1)(B)(ii) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the second period at the end.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351e9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/w" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="w">(w) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of Funds for Repairs for Runway Safety Repairs</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s47144/b/4">Section 47144(b)(4) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4121/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4121 et seq.</ref>)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s5121/etseq">42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.</ref>)</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351ea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/x" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="x">(x) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s49106">Section 49106 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1415">138 STAT. 1415</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e351eb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/x/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a)(1)(B) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and section 49108 of this title</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e351ec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/x/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (c)(6)(C) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>jurisdiction</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e351ed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/y" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="y">(y) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Separability and Effect of Judicial Order</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s49112/b">Section 49112(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e351ee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/y/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> paragraph (1); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e351ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1101/y/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(2) Any action</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Any action</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64017" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1102">SEC. 1102. </num><heading>TRANSPORTATION OF ORGANS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee30-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e3ee31-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 90 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary, in consultation with the Administrator, shall convene a working group (in this section referred to as the “working group”) to assist in developing best practices for transportation of an organ in the cabin of an aircraft operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and to identify regulations that hinder such transportation, if applicable.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee32-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Composition</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The working group shall be comprised of representatives from the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee33-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>Air carriers operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee34-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>Organ procurement organizations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee35-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>Organ transplant hospitals.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee36-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>Flight attendants.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee37-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>Other relevant Federal agencies involved in organ transportation or air travel.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee38-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In establishing the best practices described in subsection (a), the working group shall consider—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee39-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>a safe, standardized process for acceptance, handling, management, and transportation of an organ in the cabin of such aircraft; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee3a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>protocols to ensure the safe and timely transport of an organ in the cabin of such aircraft, including through connecting flights.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee3b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e3ee3c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recommendations</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the convening of the working group, such working group shall submit to the Secretary a report containing recommendations for the best practices described in subsection (a).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee3d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/e" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definition of Organ</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section, the term “<term>organ</term>”—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee3e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>has the meaning given such term in <ref href="/us/cfr/t42/s121.2">section 121.2 of title 42, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee3f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>includes—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee40-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/e/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>organ-related tissue;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee41-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/e/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>bone marrow; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e3ee42-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1102/e/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>human cells, tissues, or cellular or tissue-based products (as such term is defined in <ref href="/us/cfr/t21/s1271.3/d">section 1271.3(d) of title 21, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64150" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1103" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1103">SEC. 1103. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e3ee43-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ACCEPTANCE OF DIGITAL DRIVER’S LICENSE AND IDENTIFICATION CARDS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  The Administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to accept, in any instance where an individual is required to submit government-issued identification to the Administrator, a digital or mobile driver’s license or identification card issued to such individual by a State.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1416">138 STAT. 1416</page></content></section> <section id="d9133e64164" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1104" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1104">SEC. 1104. </num><heading>QUASQUICENTENNIAL OF AVIATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e43c64-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1104/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Findings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Congress finds the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e43c65-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1104/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>December 17, 2028, is the 125th anniversary of the first successful manned, free, controlled, and sustained flight by an aircraft.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e43c66-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1104/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>The first flight by Orville and Wilbur Wright in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, is a defining moment in the history of the United States and the world.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e43c67-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1104/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>The Wright brothers’ achievement is a testament to their ingenuity, perseverance, and commitment to innovation, which has inspired generations of aviators and scientists alike.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e43c68-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1104/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The advent of aviation and the air transportation industry has fundamentally transformed the United States and the world for the better.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e43c69-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1104/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>The 125th anniversary of the Wright brothers’ first flight is worthy of recognition and celebration to honor their legacy and to inspire a new generation of Americans as aviation reaches an inflection point of innovation and change.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e43c6a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1104/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Sense of Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>It is the sense of Congress that the Secretary, the Administrator, and the heads of other appropriate Federal agencies should facilitate and participate in local, national, and international observances and activities that commemorate and celebrate the 125th anniversary of powered flight.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64214" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1105">SEC. 1105. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e43c6b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Effective dates.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e43c6c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44714">49 USC 44714 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>LIMITATIONS FOR CERTAIN CARGO AIRCRAFT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e4b19d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e4b19e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The standards adopted by the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency in <ref href="/us/cfr/t40/pt1030">part 1030 of title 40, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and the requirements in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt38">part 38 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, that were finalized by the Administrator of the FAA under the final rule titled “Airplane Fuel Efficiency Certification”, and published on February 16, 2024 (<ref href="/us/fr/89/12634">89 Fed. Reg. 12634</ref>) in <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt38">part 38 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, shall not apply to any covered airplane before the date that is 5 years after January 1, 2028.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e4b19f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Operational Limitation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator shall limit to domestic use or international operations, consistent with relevant international agreements and standards, the operation of any covered airplane that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>does not meet the standards and requirements described in subsection (a); and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>received an original certificate of airworthiness issued by the Administrator on or after January 1, 2028.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this section:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/c/1" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Covered airplane</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>covered airplane</term>” means an airplane that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/c/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>is a subsonic jet that is a purpose-built freighter;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/c/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>has a maximum takeoff mass greater than 180,000 kilograms but not greater than 240,000 kilograms; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/c/1/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>has a type design certificated prior to January 1, 2023.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/c/2" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Purpose-built freighter</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The term “<term>purpose-built freighter</term>” means any airplane that—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/c/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>was configured to carry cargo rather than passengers prior to receiving an original certificate of airworthiness; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4b1a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1105/c/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>is configured to carry cargo rather than passengers.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1417">138 STAT. 1417</page></content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64325" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1106" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1106">SEC. 1106. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e4b1aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s106">49 USC 106 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>PROHIBITION ON MANDATES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e4ffcb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1106/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on Mandates</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator may not require any contractor to mandate that employees of such contractor obtain a COVID–19 vaccine or enforce any condition regarding the COVID–19 vaccination status of employees of a contractor.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e4ffcc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1106/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Prohibition on Implementation</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Administrator may not implement or enforce any requirement that—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4ffcd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1106/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>employees of air carriers be vaccinated against COVID–19;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4ffce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1106/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>employees of the FAA be vaccinated against COVID–19; or</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e4ffcf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1106/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>passengers of air carriers be vaccinated against COVID–19 or wear a mask as a result of a COVID–19 related public health measure.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64368" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1107" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1107">SEC. 1107. </num><heading>COVID–19 VACCINATION STATUS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e526e0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1107/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch417">Chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0e526e1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658165"><num class="fontsize12" value="41729">“§ 41729.</num><heading class="fontsize12"><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e526e2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41729">49 USC 41729</ref>.</p></sidenote> COVID–19 vaccination status</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e526e3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>An air carrier (as such term is defined in section 40102) may not deny service to any individual solely based on the vaccination status of the individual with respect to COVID–19.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e526e4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section shall be construed to apply to the regulation of intrastate travel, transportation, or movement, including the intrastate transportation of passengers.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e526e5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1107/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch417">chapter 417 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e526e6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e526e7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 41701.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 41728 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“41729. </designator> <label>COVID–19 vaccination status.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e54df8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1107/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e54df9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s41729">49 USC 41729 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of Construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in this section, or the amendment made by this section, shall be construed to permit or otherwise authorize an executive agency to enact or otherwise impose a COVID–19 vaccine mandate.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64466" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1108" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1108">SEC. 1108. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e54dfa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e54dfb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Federal Register, publication.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e54dfc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Notice.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e54dfd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e54dfe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 USC 40103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>RULEMAKING RELATED TO OPERATING HIGH-SPEED FLIGHTS IN HIGH ALTITUDE CLASS E AIRSPACE.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0e5750f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 2 years after the date on which the Administrator identifies the minimum altitude pursuant to section 1011, the Administrator shall publish in the Federal Register a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend sections 91.817 and 91.818 of <ref href="/us/cfr/t14">title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, and such other regulations as appropriate, to permit flight operations with speeds above Mach 1 at or above the minimum altitude identified under section 1011 without specific authorization, provided that such flight operations—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e57510-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1108/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>show compliance with airworthiness requirements;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e57511-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1108/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>do not produce appreciable sonic boom overpressures that reach the surface under prevailing atmospheric conditions;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e57512-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1108/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>have ordinary instrument flight rules clearances necessary to operate in controlled airspace; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e57513-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1108/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>comply with applicable environmental requirements.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1418">138 STAT. 1418</page></content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e64512" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1109">SEC. 1109. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e57514-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s44504">49 USC 44504 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>FAA LEADERSHIP IN HYDROGEN AVIATION.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e5c335-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>The Administrator shall exercise leadership in the development of Federal regulations, standards, best practices, and guidance relating to the safe and efficient certification of the use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including the certification of hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e5c336-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exercise of Leadership</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In carrying out subsection (a), the Administrator shall—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e5c337-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e5c338-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Certification.</p></sidenote><content>develop a viable path for the certification of the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including hydrogen-powered aircraft, that considers existing frameworks, modifying an existing framework, or developing new standards, best practices, or guidance to complement the existing frameworks, as appropriate;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e5c339-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e5c33a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Review.</p></sidenote><content>review certification regulations, guidance, and other requirements of the FAA to identify ways to safely and efficiently certify hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e5c33b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>consider the needs of the aerospace industry, aviation suppliers, hydrogen producers, airlines, airport sponsors, fixed base operators, and other stakeholders when developing regulations and standards that enable the safe certification and deployment of the use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft, in the national airspace system; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e5ea4c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>obtain the input of the aerospace industry, aviation suppliers, hydrogen producers, airlines, airport sponsors, fixed base operators, academia, research institutions, and other stakeholders regarding—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e5ea4d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/b/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>an appropriate regulatory framework and timeline for permitting the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including the deployment and operation of hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft in the United States, which may include updating or modifying existing regulations;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e5ea4e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/b/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>how to accelerate the resolution of issues related to data, standards development, and related regulations necessary to facilitate the safe and efficient certification of the use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e5ea4f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1109/b/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>other issues identified and determined appropriate by the Administrator or the advisory committee established under section 1019(d)(7) to be addressed to enable the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation, including the deployment and operation of hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64581" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1110" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1110">SEC. 1110. </num><heading>ADVANCING GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ON CIVIL SUPERSONIC AIRCRAFT.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0e61160-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 181 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 U.S.C. 40101 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e61161-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1110/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>regulations, and standards</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>regulations, standards, and recommended practices</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e61162-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1110/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following new subsection:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e63873-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional Reports</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e63874-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Initial progress report</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this subsection, the Administrator <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1419">138 STAT. 1419</page> shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report describing—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e63875-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the progress of the actions described in subsection (d)(1);</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e63876-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>any planned, proposed, or anticipated action to update or modify existing policies and regulations related to civil supersonic aircraft, including such actions identified as a result of stakeholder consultation and feedback (such as landing and takeoff noise); and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e63877-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>any other information determined appropriate by the Administrator.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e63878-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e63879-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Update.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Subsequent report</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date on which the Administrator submits the initial progress report under paragraph (1), the Administrator shall update the report described in paragraph (1) and submit to the appropriate committees of Congress such report.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e64666" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1111" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1111">SEC. 1111. </num><heading>LEARNING PERIOD.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t51/s50905/c/9">Section 50905(c)(9) of title 51, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 11, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>January 1, 2025</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e64685" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1112" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1112">SEC. 1112. </num><heading>COUNTER-UAS AUTHORITIES.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Section 210G(i) of the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (<ref href="/us/usc/t6/s124n/i">6 U.S.C. 124n(i)</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 11, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>October 1, 2024</quotedText>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e64704" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1113">SEC. 1113. </num><heading>STUDY ON AIR CARGO OPERATIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall initiate a study on the economic sustainability of air cargo operations.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the study required under subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall address the following:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Strategies.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Plans.</p></sidenote><content>Airport and cargo development strategies, including the pursuit of new air carriers and plans for physical expansion.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Statistics.</p></sidenote><content>Key historical statistics for passenger, cargo volumes, including freight, express, and mail cargo, and operations, including statistics distinguishing between passenger and freight operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>A description of air cargo facilities, including the age and condition of such facilities and the square footage and configuration of the landside and airside infrastructure of such facilities, and cargo buildings.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4c3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>The projected square footage deficit of the cargo facilities and infrastructure described in paragraph (3).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4c4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4c5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirements.</p></sidenote><content>The projected requirements and square footage deficit for air cargo support facilities.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><content>The general physical and operating issues and constraints associated with air cargo operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4c7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><content>A description of delays in truck bays associated with the infrastructure and critical landside issues, including truck maneuvering and queuing and parking for employees and customers.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4c8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4c9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Cost estimates.</p></sidenote><content>The estimated cost of developing new cargo facilities and infrastructure, including the identification of percentages for development with a return on investment and without a return on investment.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1420">138 STAT. 1420</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4ca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/9" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="9">(9) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4cb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Cost projections.</p></sidenote><content>The projected leasing costs to tenants per square foot with and without Federal funding of the non-return on investment allocation.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4cc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/10" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="10">(10) </num><content>A description of customs and general staffing issues associated with air cargo operations and the impacts of such issues on service.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4cd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/11" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="11">(11) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4ce-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p></sidenote><content>An assessment of the impact, cost, and estimated cost savings of using modern comprehensive communications and technology systems in air cargo operations.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4cf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/b/12" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="12">(12) </num><content>A description of the impact of Federal regulations and local enforcement of interdiction and facilitation policies on throughput.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e6d4d0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1113/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report</inline>.—</heading><content>The Comptroller General shall submit to the appropriate committees of Congress the results of the study carried out under this section.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64824" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1114">SEC. 1114. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4d1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e6d4d2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40101">49 USC 40101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>WING-IN-GROUND-EFFECT CRAFT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e74a03-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Memorandum of Understanding</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e74a04-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Commandant of the Coast Guard shall execute a memorandum of understanding governing the specific roles, authorities, delineations of responsibilities, resources, and commitments of the FAA and the Coast Guard, respectively, pertaining to wing-in-ground-effect craft that are—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e74a05-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>only capable of operating either in water or in ground effect over water; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e74a06-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>operated exclusively over waters subject to the jurisdiction of the United States.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e74a07-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The memorandum of understanding described in paragraph (1) shall—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e74a08-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>cover, at a minimum, the processes of the FAA and the Coast Guard will follow to promote communications, efficiency, and nonduplication of effort in carrying out such memorandum of understanding; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e77119-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e7711a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><chapeau>provide procedures for, at a minimum—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7711b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/2/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>the approval of wing-in-ground-effect craft designs;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7711c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/2/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>the operation of wing-in-ground-effect craft, including training and certification of persons responsible for operating such craft;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7711d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/2/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>pilotage of wing-in-ground-effect craft;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7711e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/2/B/iv" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iv">(iv) </num><content>the inspection, including pre-delivery and service, of wing-in-ground-effect craft; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7711f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/a/2/B/v" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="v">(v) </num><content>the maintenance of wing-in-ground-effect craft.</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e77120-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e77121-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Recommenda-</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e77122-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">tions.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Status Briefing</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Administrator and the Commandant shall brief the appropriate committees of Congress on the status of the memorandum of understanding described in subsection (a) as well as provide any recommendations for legislative action to improve efficacy or efficiency of wing-in-ground-effect craft governance.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e77123-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1114/c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Wing-in-ground-effect Craft Defined</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the term “<term>wing-in-ground-effect craft</term>” means a craft that is capable of operating completely above the surface of the water on a dynamic air cushion created by aerodynamic lift due to the ground effect between the craft and the surface of the water.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1421">138 STAT. 1421</page></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e64937" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1115">SEC. 1115. </num><heading>CERTIFICATES OF AUTHORIZATION OR WAIVER.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e7bf44-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e7bf45-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 USC 40103 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Required Coordination</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7bf46-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e7bf47-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>On an annual basis, the Administrator shall convene a meeting with representatives of FAA-approved air shows, the general aviation community, stadiums and other large outdoor events and venues or organizations that run such events, the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Justice—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7bf48-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/a/1/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><chapeau>to identify scheduling conflicts between FAA-approved air shows and large outdoor events and venues where—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7bf49-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/a/1/A/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>flight restrictions will be imposed pursuant to section 521 of division F of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2004 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 U.S.C. 40103 note</ref>); or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7bf4a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/a/1/A/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>any other restriction will be imposed pursuant to FAA Flight Data Center Notice to Airmen 4/3621 (or any successor notice to airmen); and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7bf4b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/a/1/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e7e65c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Procedures.</p></sidenote><content>in instances where a scheduling conflict between events is identified or is found to be likely to occur, develop appropriate operational and communication procedures to ensure for the safety and security of both events.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7e65d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Scheduling conflict</inline>.—</heading><content>If the Administrator or any other stakeholder party to the required annual coordination required in paragraph (1) identifies a scheduling conflict outside of the annual meeting at any point prior to the scheduling conflict, the Administrator shall work with impacted stakeholders to develop appropriate operational and communication procedures to ensure for the safety and security of both events.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e7e65e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Operational Purposes</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 521(a)(2)(B) of division F of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2004 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s40103">49 U.S.C. 40103 note</ref>) <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7e65f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in clause (ii) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>(or attendees approved by)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>guests of</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7e660-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in clause (iv) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and</quotedText>” at the end; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e7e661-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1115/b/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><clause class="indentUp2 fontsize10" id="yb0e7e662-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="vi">“(vi) </num><content>to permit the safe operation of an aircraft that is operated by an airshow performer in connection with an airshow, provided such aircraft is not permitted to operate directly over the stadium (or adjacent parking facilities) during the sporting event; and”</content></clause> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e65053" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1116" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1116">SEC. 1116. </num><heading>DESIGNATION OF ADDITIONAL PORT OF ENTRY FOR THE IMPORTATION AND EXPORTATION OF WILDLIFE AND WILDLIFE PRODUCTS BY THE UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e80d73-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1116/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Subject to the availability of funding and in accordance with subsection (b), the Director of the United States Fish and Wildlife Service shall designate 1 additional port as a “port of entry designated for the importation and exportation of wildlife and wildlife products” under <ref href="/us/cfr/t50/s14.12">section 14.12 of title 50, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e80d74-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1116/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Criteria for Selecting Additional Designated Port</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director shall select the additional port to be designated pursuant to subsection (a) from among the United States airports that handled more than 8,000,000,000 pounds of cargo during 2022, as reported by the Federal Aviation Administration Air Carrier Activity Information System, and based upon the analysis submitted <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1422">138 STAT. 1422</page> to Congress by the Director pursuant to the Wildlife Trafficking reporting directive under title I of Senate Report 114–281.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e80d75-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXI/s1116/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authority to Accept Donations</inline>.—</heading><content>The Director may accept donations from private entities and, notwithstanding <ref href="/us/usc/t31/s3302">section 3302 of title 31, United States Code</ref>, may use those donations to fund the designation of the additional port pursuant to subsection (a).</content></subsection> </section> <num value="XII">TITLE XII—</num><heading><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e80d76-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">National Transportation Safety Board Amendments Act of 2024.</p></sidenote>NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD</heading> <section id="d9133e65107" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1201" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1201">SEC. 1201. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e80d77-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1101">49 USC 1101 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>SHORT TITLE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  This title may be cited as the “<shortTitle role="title">National Transportation Safety Board Amendments Act of 2024</shortTitle>”.</content></section> <section id="d9133e65122" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1202" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1202">SEC. 1202. </num><heading>AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0e83488-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1118/a">Section 1118(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e85b99-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e85b9a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Authorizations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>There is authorized to be appropriated for purposes of this chapter—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e85b9b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>$140,000,000 for fiscal year 2024;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e85b9c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>$145,000,000 for fiscal year 2025;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e85b9d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>$148,000,000 for fiscal year 2026;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e85b9e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>$151,000,000 for fiscal year 2027; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e85b9f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>$154,000,000 for fiscal year 2028.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e85ba0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Availability</inline>.—</heading><content>Amounts authorized under paragraph (1) shall remain available until expended.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e65190" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1203" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1203">SEC. 1203. </num><heading>CLARIFICATION OF TREATMENT OF TERRITORIES.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0e882b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1101">Section 1101 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><section class="centered fontsize12" id="yb0e882b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658164"><num class="fontsize12" value="1101">“§ 1101.</num><heading class="fontsize12"> Definitions</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e882b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">“(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In this chapter:</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e882b4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Accident</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>accident</term>’ includes damage to or destruction of vehicles in surface or air transportation or pipelines, regardless of whether the initiating event is accidental or otherwise.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e882b5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">State</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>State</term>’ means a State of the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, the Virgin Islands, American Samoa, the Northern Mariana Islands, and Guam.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e8a9c6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">“(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Applicability of Other Definitions</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 2101(23) of title 46 and section 40102(a) of this title shall apply to this chapter.”</content></subsection> </section> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e65248" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1204" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1204">SEC. 1204. </num><heading>ADDITIONAL WORKFORCE TRAINING.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e8d0d7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1204/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Training on Emerging Transportation Technologies</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1113/b/1">Section 1113(b)(1) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e8d0d8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1204/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in subparagraph (I) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> a semicolon;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e8d0d9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1204/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subparagraph (J) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the period and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>; and</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e8d0da-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1204/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1423">138 STAT. 1423</page> <quotedContent><subparagraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0e8d0db-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="K">“(K) </num><chapeau>notwithstanding section 3301 of title 41, acquire training on emerging transportation technologies if such training—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e8d0dc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>is required for an ongoing investigation; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0e8d0dd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>meets the criteria under section 3304(a)(7)(A) of title 41.”</content></clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e8d0de-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1204/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Additional Training Needs</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1115/d">Section 1115(d) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>and in those subjects furthering the personnel and workforce development needs set forth in the strategic workforce plan of the Board as required under section 1113(h)</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>of accident investigation</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e65340" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1205" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1205">SEC. 1205. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e8f7ef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeal.</p></sidenote><heading>OVERTIME ANNUAL REPORT TERMINATION.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">   <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1113/g/5">Section 1113(g)(5) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e65356" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1206" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1206">SEC. 1206. </num><heading>STRATEGIC WORKFORCE PLAN.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0e91f00-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1113">Section 1113 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e96d21-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="h">“(h) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Strategic Workforce Plan</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e96d22-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Board shall develop a strategic workforce plan that addresses the immediate and long-term workforce needs of the Board with respect to carrying out the authorities and duties of the Board under this chapter.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e96d23-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aligning the workforce to strategic goals</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In developing the strategic workforce plan under paragraph (1), the Board shall take into consideration—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e96d24-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>the current state and capabilities of the Board, including a high-level review of mission requirements, structure, workforce, and performance of the Board;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e96d25-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>the significant workforce trends, needs, issues, and challenges with respect to the Board and the transportation industry;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e96d26-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><content>with respect to employees involved in transportation safety work, the needs, issues, and challenges, including accident severity and risk, posed by each mode of transportation, and how the Board’s staffing for each transportation mode reflects these aspects;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e96d27-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><content>the workforce policies, strategies, performance measures, and interventions to mitigate succession risks that guide the workforce investment decisions of the Board;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e96d28-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="E">“(E) </num><content>a workforce planning strategy that identifies workforce needs, including the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to recruit and retain skilled employees at the Board;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e99439-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="F">“(F) </num><content>a workforce management strategy that is aligned with the mission of the Board, including plans for continuity of leadership and knowledge sharing;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e9943a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="G">“(G) </num><content>an implementation system that addresses workforce competency gaps, particularly in mission-critical occupations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e9943b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="H">“(H) </num><content>a system for analyzing and evaluating the performance of the Board’s workforce management policies, programs, and activities.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e9943c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Planning period</inline>.—</heading><content>The strategic workforce plan developed under paragraph (1) shall address a 5-year forecast period, but may include planning for longer periods based on information about emerging technologies or safety trends in transportation.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1424">138 STAT. 1424</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e9943d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e9943e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plan updates</inline>.—</heading><content>The Board shall update the strategic workforce plan developed under paragraph (1) not less than once every 5 years.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e9943f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Relationship to strategic plan</inline>.—</heading><content>The strategic workforce plan developed under paragraph (1) may be developed separately from, or incorporated into, the strategic plan required under section 306 of title 5.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e99440-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">“(6) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Availability</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The strategic workforce plan under paragraph (1) and the strategic plan required under section 306 of title 5 shall be—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e99441-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>submitted to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e99442-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e99443-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Public information.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e99444-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>made available to the public on a website of the Board.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e65500" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1207" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1207">SEC. 1207. </num><heading>TRAVEL BUDGETS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e9bb55-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1207/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1113">Section 1113 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, is further amended by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e9bb56-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Non-accident-related Travel Budget</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e9bb57-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>The Board shall establish annual fiscal year budgets for non-accident-related travel expenditures for each Board member.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0e9bb58-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e9bb59-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notification</inline>.—</heading><content>The Board shall notify the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate of any non-accident-related travel budget overrun for any Board member not later than 30 days of such overrun becoming known to the Board.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0e9bb5a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1207/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0e9bb5b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeal.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 9 of the National Transportation Safety Board Amendments Act of 2000 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1113">49 U.S.C. 1113 note</ref>) is <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e65570" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1208" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1208">SEC. 1208. </num><heading>NOTIFICATION REQUIREMENT.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ea097c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1208/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1114/b">Section 1114(b) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea097d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1208/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the subsection heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Trade Secrets</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">Certain Confidential Information</headingText></quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea097e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1208/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (1)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea097f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1208/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>The Board</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">In general.—</headingText>The Board</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea0980-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1208/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>information related to a trade secret referred to in section 1905 of title 18</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>confidential information described in section 1905 of title 18, including trade secrets,</quotedText>”.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ea0981-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1208/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aviation Enforcement</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1151">Section 1151 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ea3092-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Notification to Congress</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>If the Board or Attorney General carry out such civil actions described in subsection (a) or (b) of this section against an airman employed at the time of the accident or incident by an air carrier operating under <ref href="/us/cfr/t14/pt121">part 121 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, the Board shall immediately notify the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate of such civil actions, including—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1425">138 STAT. 1425</page></chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea3093-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>the labor union representing the airman involved, if applicable;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea3094-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>the air carrier at which the airman is employed;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea3095-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>the docket information of the incident or accident in which the airman was involved;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea57a6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><content>the date of such civil actions taken by the Board or Attorney General; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea57a7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">“(5) </num><content>a description of why such civil actions were taken by the Board or Attorney General.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ea57a8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">“(e) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ea57a9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ea57aa-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Briefing.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ea57ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Compliance.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Subsequent Notification to Congress</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 15 days after the notification described in subsection (d), the Board shall submit a report to or brief the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate describing the status of compliance with the civil actions taken.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e65717" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1209" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1209">SEC. 1209. </num><heading>BOARD JUSTIFICATION OF CLOSED UNACCEPTABLE RECOMMENDATIONS.</heading><chapeau class="indentUp0 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0ea57ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1116/c">Section 1116(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea57ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1209/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="redesignate">redesignating</amendingAction> paragraphs (3) through (6) as paragraphs (4) through (7), respectively; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea57ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1209/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after paragraph (2) the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentUp0 fontsize10" id="yb0ea7ebf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ea7ec0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">List.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ea7ec1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote><chapeau>a list of each recommendation made by the Board to the Secretary of Transportation or the Commandant of the Coast Guard that was closed in an unacceptable status in the preceding 12 months, including—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea7ec2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><content>any explanation the Board received from the Secretary or Commandant; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ea7ec3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><content>any explanation from the Board as to why the recommendation was closed in an unacceptable status, including a discussion of why alternate means, if any, taken by the Secretary or Commandant to address the Board’s recommendation were inadequate;”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></paragraph> </section> <section id="d9133e65770" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1210" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1210">SEC. 1210. </num><heading>MISCELLANEOUS INVESTIGATIVE AUTHORITIES.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0eaa4d4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1210/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Highway Investigations</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1131/a/1/B">Section 1131(a)(1)(B) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>selects in cooperation with a State</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>selects, concurrent with any State investigation, in which case the Board and the relevant State agencies shall coordinate to ensure both the Board and State agencies have timely access to the information needed to conduct each such investigation, including any criminal and enforcement activities conducted by the relevant State agency</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0eaa4d5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1210/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rail Investigations</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1131/a/1/C">Section 1131(a)(1)(C) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> to read as follows:<quotedContent><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eacbe6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><chapeau>a railroad—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0eacbe7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><chapeau>accident in which there is a fatality or substantial property damage, except—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0eacbe8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>a grade crossing accident or incident, unless selected by the Board; or</content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0eacbe9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>an accident or incident involving a trespasser, unless selected by the Board; or</content></subclause> </clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0eacbea-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><chapeau>accident or incident that involves a passenger train, except in any case in which such accident or incident resulted in no fatalities or serious injuries to the passengers or crewmembers of such train, and—</chapeau><subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0eacbeb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="I">“(I) </num><content>was a grade crossing accident or incident, unless selected by the Board; or<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1426">138 STAT. 1426</page></content></subclause> <subclause class="fontsize10" id="yb0eacbec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="II">“(II) </num><content>such accident or incident involved a trespasser, unless selected by the Board;”</content></subclause> </clause> </subparagraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e65852" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1211" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1211">SEC. 1211. </num><heading>PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF ACCIDENT REPORTS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0eacbed-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1131/e">Section 1131(e) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>public at reasonable cost.</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following: <quotedContent>“public—<paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eaf2fe-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0eaf2ff-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>in electronic form at no cost in a publicly accessible database on a website of the Board; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eaf300-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>if the electronic form required in paragraph (1) is not printable, in printed form upon a reasonable request at a reasonable cost.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e65888" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1212" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1212">SEC. 1212. </num><heading>ENSURING ACCOUNTABILITY FOR TIMELINESS OF REPORTS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0eaf301-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1131">Section 1131 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0eb1a12-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">“(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Timeliness of Reports</inline>.—</heading><content>If any accident report under subsection (e) is not completed within 2 years from the date of the accident, the Board shall submit to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure of the House of Representatives and the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation of the Senate a report identifying such accident report and the reasons for which such report has not been completed.<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0eb1a13-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Time period.</p></sidenote> The Board shall report progress toward completion of the accident report to each such Committees every 90 days thereafter, until such time as the accident report is completed.”</content></subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e65921" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1213" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1213">SEC. 1213. </num><heading>ENSURING ACCESS TO DATA.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0eb1a14-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1134">Section 1134 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0eb4125-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="g">“(g) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0eb4126-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Requirement.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0eb4127-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determinations.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Recorders and Data</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In investigating an accident under this chapter, the Board may require from a transportation operator or equipment manufacturer or the vendors, suppliers, subsidiaries, or parent companies of such manufacturer, or operator of a product or service which is subject to an investigation by the Board—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eb4128-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><content>any recorder or recorded information pertinent to the accident;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eb4129-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>without undue delay, information the Board determines necessary to enable the Board to read and interpret any recording device or recorded information pertinent to the accident; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eb412a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><content>design specifications or data related to the operation and performance of the equipment the Board determines necessary to enable the Board to perform independent physics-based simulations and analyses of the accident situation.”</content></paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>.</content></section> <section id="d9133e65969" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1214" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1214">SEC. 1214. </num><heading>PUBLIC AVAILABILITY OF SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS.</heading><content class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="xb0eb412b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1135/c">Section 1135(c) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>public at reasonable cost.</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following: <quotedContent>“public—<paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eb683c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0eb683d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><content>in electronic form at no cost in a publicly accessible database on a website of the Board; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eb683e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><content>if the electronic form required in paragraph (1) is not printable, in printed form upon a reasonable request at a reasonable cost.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1427">138 STAT. 1427</page></content></section> <section id="d9133e66007" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1215">SEC. 1215. </num><heading>IMPROVING DELIVERY OF FAMILY ASSISTANCE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ed640f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Aircraft Accidents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1136">Section 1136 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6410-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>to families of passengers involved in aircraft accidents</b></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>to passengers involved in aircraft accidents and families of such passengers</b></quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6411-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6412-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>within United States airspace or airspace delegated to the United States</quotedText>” after “<quotedText>aircraft accident</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6413-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>National Transportation Safety Board shall</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Board shall</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6414-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (2)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6415-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/2/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>emotional care and support</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>emotional care, psychological care, and family support services</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6416-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/2/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families of passengers involved in the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers</quotedText>”;</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6417-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6418-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the matter preceding paragraph (1), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families of passengers involved in the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed6419-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>mental health and counseling services</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>emotional care, psychological care, and family support services</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed641a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/3/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed641b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/3/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families who have traveled to the location of the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers who have traveled to the location of the accident</quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed641c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/3/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers and</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>affected families</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed641d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/3/C/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>periodically</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>regularly</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed641e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/3/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>in paragraph (4), by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers and</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>families</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ed641f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="amend">amending</amendingAction> subsection (d) to read as follows:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0edb240-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passenger Lists</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb241-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requests for passenger lists by the director of family services</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb242-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requests by director of family support services</inline>.—</heading><content>It shall be the responsibility of the director of family support services designated for an accident under subsection (a)(1) to request, as soon as practicable, from the air carrier or foreign air carrier involved in the accident a passenger list, which is based on the best available information at the time of the request.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb243-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The director of family support services may not release to any person information on a list obtained under subparagraph (A), except that the director may, to the extent the director considers appropriate, provide information on the list about a passenger to—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1428">138 STAT. 1428</page></chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb244-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>the family of the passenger; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb245-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>a local, Tribal, State, or Federal agency responsible for determining the whereabouts or welfare of a passenger.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb246-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>A local, Tribal, State, or Federal agency may not release to any person any information obtained under subparagraph (B)(ii), except if given express authority from the director of family support services.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb247-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in subparagraph (C) shall be construed to preclude a local, Tribal, State, or Federal agency from releasing information that is lawfully obtained through other means independent of releases made by the director of family support services under subparagraph (B).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb248-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requests for passenger lists by designated organization</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb249-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requests by designated organization</inline>.—</heading><content>The organization designated for an accident under subsection (a)(2) may request from the air carrier or foreign air carrier involved in the accident a passenger list.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb24a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of information</inline>.—</heading><content>The designated organization may not release to any person information on a passenger list but may provide information on the list about a passenger to the family of the passenger to the extent the organization considers appropriate.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb24b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>in subsection (g)(1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families of passengers involved in the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb24c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>in subsection (g)(3)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb24d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the paragraph heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">prevent mental health and counseling</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">prevent certain care and support</headingText></quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb24e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>providing mental health and counseling services</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>providing emotional care, psychological care, and family support services</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb24f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/6/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers and</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>families</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb250-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><chapeau>in subsection (h)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb251-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/7/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>National Transportation Safety</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb252-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/7/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0edb253-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">“(3) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0edb254-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definition.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passenger list</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>passenger list</term>’ means a list based on the best available information at the time of a request, of the name of each passenger aboard the aircraft involved in the accident.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>; and</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb255-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/a/8" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="8">(8) </num><content>in subsection (i) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families of passengers involved in an aircraft accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the aircraft accident and the families of such passengers</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0edb256-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch11">chapter 11 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0edb257-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0edb258-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 1101.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 1136 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“1136. </designator> <label>Assistance to passengers involved in aircraft accidents and families of such passengers.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0edb259-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rail Accidents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1139">Section 1139 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb25a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>to families of passengers involved in rail passenger accidents</b></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>to </b><page identifier="/us/stat/138/1429">138 STAT. 1429</page> passengers involved in rail passenger accidents and families of such passengers</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb25b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (a) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>National Transportation Safety Board shall</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>Board shall</quotedText>”;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb25c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/3" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><chapeau>in subsection (a)(2)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb25d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/3/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>emotional care and support</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>emotional care, psychological care, and family support services</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb25e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/3/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families of passengers involved in the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb25f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/4" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">(4) </num><chapeau>in subsection (c)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb260-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/4/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in the matter preceding paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families of passengers involved in the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edb261-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/4/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>mental health and counseling services</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>emotional care, psychological care, and family support services</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edd972-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/4/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0edd973-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/4/C/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families who have traveled to the location of the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers who have traveled to the location of the accident</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0edd974-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/4/C/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers and</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>affected families</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edd975-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/4/D" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">(D) </num><content>in paragraph (4) by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers and</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>families</quotedText>”;</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0edd976-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/5" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="5">(5) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="amend">amending</amendingAction> subsection (d) to read as follows:<quotedContent><subsection class="indentDown1 firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee0087-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">“(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passenger Lists</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0088-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">“(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requests for passenger lists by the director of family services</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0089-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requests by director of family support services</inline>.—</heading><content>It shall be the responsibility of the director of family support services designated for an accident under subsection (a)(1) to request, as soon as practicable, from the rail passenger carrier involved in the accident a passenger list, which is based on the best available information at the time of the request.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee008a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of information</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The director of family support services may not release to any person information on a list obtained under subparagraph (A), except that the director may, to the extent the director considers appropriate, provide information on the list about a passenger to—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee008b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">“(i) </num><content>the family of the passenger; or</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee008c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">“(ii) </num><content>a local, Tribal, State, or Federal agency responsible for determining the whereabouts or welfare of a passenger.</content></clause> </subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee008d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">“(C) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Limitation</inline>.—</heading><content>A local, Tribal, State, or Federal agency may not release to any person any information obtained under subparagraph (B)(ii), except if given express authority from the director of family support services.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee008e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="D">“(D) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Rule of construction</inline>.—</heading><content>Nothing in subparagraph (C) shall be construed to preclude a local, Tribal, State, or Federal agency from releasing information that <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1430">138 STAT. 1430</page> is lawfully obtained through other means independent of releases made by the director of family support services under subparagraph (B).</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee008f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">“(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requests for passenger lists by designated organization</inline>.—</heading><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0090-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">“(A) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Requests by designated organization</inline>.—</heading><content>The organization designated for an accident under subsection (a)(2) may request from the rail passenger carrier involved in the accident a passenger list.</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0091-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">“(B) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Use of information</inline>.—</heading><content>The designated organization may not release to any person information on a passenger list but may provide information on the list about a passenger to the family of the passenger to the extent the organization considers appropriate.”</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </quotedContent>;</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0092-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/6" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="6">(6) </num><chapeau>in subsection (g)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0093-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/6/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>in paragraph (1) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families of passengers involved in the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0094-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/6/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><chapeau>in paragraph (3)—</chapeau><clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0095-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/6/B/i" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="i">(i) </num><content>in the paragraph heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">prevent mental health and counseling</headingText></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><headingText class="smallCaps">prevent certain care and support</headingText></quotedText>”;</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0096-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/6/B/ii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="ii">(ii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>providing mental health and counseling services</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>providing emotional care, psychological care, and family support services</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> <clause class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0097-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/6/B/iii" style="-uslm-lc:I658126"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="iii">(iii) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>passengers and</quotedText>” before “<quotedText>families</quotedText>”; and</content></clause> </subparagraph> </paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0098-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/7" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="7">(7) </num><chapeau>in subsection (h)—</chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee0099-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/7/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>National Transportation Safety</quotedText>”; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee009a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/c/7/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="add">adding</amendingAction> at the end the following:<quotedContent><paragraph class="indentDown1 fontsize10" id="yb0ee27ab-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" role="definitions" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="4">“(4) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee27ac-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Definition.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Passenger list</inline>.—</heading><content>The term ‘<term>passenger list</term>’ means a list based on the best available information at the time of the request, of the name of each passenger aboard the rail passenger carrier’s train involved in the accident. A rail passenger carrier shall use reasonable efforts, with respect to its unreserved trains, and passengers not holding reservations on its other trains, to ascertain the names of passengers aboard a train involved in an accident.”</content></paragraph> </quotedContent>.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee27ad-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/d" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Plans To Address Needs of Families of Passengers Involved in Rail Passenger Accidents</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s24316/a">Section 24316(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>a major</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>any</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee27ae-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/e" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="e">(e) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Information for Families of Individuals Involved in Accidents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1140">Section 1140 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee27af-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/e/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>for families of individuals involved in accidents</b></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>individuals involved in accidents and families of such individuals</b></quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee27b0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/e/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>the families of individuals involved in the accident</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>individuals involved in accidents and the families of such individuals</quotedText>”.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1431">138 STAT. 1431</page></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee27b1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1215/f" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="f">(f) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch11">chapter 11 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee27b2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee27b3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 1101.</p></sidenote> is further amended by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 1139 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“1139. </designator> <label>Assistance to passengers involved in rail passenger accidents and families of such passengers.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e66859" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1216" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1216">SEC. 1216. </num><heading>UPDATING CIVIL PENALTY AUTHORITY.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee4ec4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1216/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1155">Section 1155 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee4ec5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1216/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the heading by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>Aviation penalties</b></quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText><b>Penalties</b></quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee4ec6-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1216/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subsection (a), by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or section 1136(g) (related to an aircraft accident)</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>section 1136(g), or section 1139(g)</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee4ec7-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1216/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Clerical Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch11">chapter 11 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee4ec8-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee4ec9-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 1101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the item relating to section 1155 and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“1155. </designator> <label>Penalties.”.</label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e66946" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1217" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1217">SEC. 1217. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee4eca-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1114">49 USC 1114 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>ELECTRONIC AVAILABILITY OF PUBLIC DOCKET RECORDS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee9ceb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1217/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee9cec-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee9ced-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Web posting.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 24 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Transportation Safety Board shall make all records included in the public docket of an accident or incident investigation conducted by the Board (or the public docket of a study, report, or other product issued by the Board) electronically available in a publicly accessible database on a website of the Board, regardless of the date on which such public docket or record was created.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee9cee-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1217/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Database</inline>.—</heading><content>In carrying out subsection (a), the Board may utilize the multimodal accident database management system established pursuant to section 1108 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1119">49 U.S.C. 1119 note</ref>) or such other publicly available database as the Board determines appropriate.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee9cef-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1217/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Briefings</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The Board shall provide the appropriate committees of Congress an annual briefing on the implementation of this section until requirements of subsection (a) are fulfilled. Such briefings shall include—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee9cf0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1217/c/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the number of public dockets that have been made electronically available pursuant to this section; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ee9cf1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1217/c/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the number of public dockets that were unable to be made electronically available, including all reasons for such inability.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ee9cf2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1217/d" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="d">(d) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Definitions</inline>.—</heading><content>In this section, the terms “public docket” and “record” have the same meanings given such terms in <ref href="/us/cfr/t49/s801.3">section 801.3 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>, as in effect on the date of enactment of this Act.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e67015" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1218" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1218">SEC. 1218. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee9cf3-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee9cf4-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Applicability.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ee9cf5-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1111">49 USC 1111 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Transportation Safety Board shall implement a drug testing program applicable to Board employees, including employees in safety or security sensitive positions, in accordance with Executive Order No. 12564 (<ref href="/us/fr/51/32889">51 Fed. Reg. 32889</ref>).</content></section> <section id="d9133e67034" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1219" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1219">SEC. 1219. </num><heading>ACCESSIBILITY IN WORKPLACE.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0eeeb16-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1219/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0eeeb17-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadline.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0eeeb18-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Assessment.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0eeeb19-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Determination.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 12 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the National Transportation Safety Board <page identifier="/us/stat/138/1432">138 STAT. 1432</page> shall conduct an assessment of the headquarters and regional offices of the Board to determine barriers to accessibility to facilities.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0eeeb1a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1219/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Contents</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In conducting the assessment under subsection (a), the Board shall consider compliance with—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eeeb1b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1219/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s4151/etseq">42 U.S.C. 4151 et seq.</ref>) and the corresponding accessibility guidelines established under <ref href="/us/cfr/t36/pt1191">part 1191 of title 36, Code of Federal Regulations</ref>; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0eeeb1c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1219/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (<ref href="/us/usc/t42/s12101/etseq">42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.</ref>).</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e67089" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1220" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1220">SEC. 1220. </num><heading>MOST WANTED LIST.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0eeeb1d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1220/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Reporting Requirements</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1135">Section 1135 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> subsection (e).</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ef122e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1220/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef122f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Repeals.</p></sidenote><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Report on Most Wanted List Methodology</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 1106 of the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 (<ref href="/us/pl/115/254">Public Law 115–254</ref>) and the item relating to such section in the table of contents under section 1(b)<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef1230-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/stat/132/3431">132 Stat. 3431</ref>, 3192.</p></sidenote> of such Act are <amendingAction type="repeal">repealed</amendingAction>.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e67137" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1221" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1221">SEC. 1221. </num><heading>TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ef3941-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1221/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Evaluation and Audit of National Transportation Safety Board</inline>.—</heading><content><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1138/a">Section 1138(a) of title 49, United States Code</ref>, <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>expenditures of the National Transportation Safety</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>expenditures of the</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ef3942-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1221/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Organization and Administrative</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/ch11">chapter 11 of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef3943-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef3944-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 1101.</p></sidenote> is further amended—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ef3945-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1221/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the items relating to sections 117 and 1117; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ef3946-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1221/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to section 1116 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658242"> <designator>“1117. </designator> <label>Methodology.”.<?GPOvSpace 04?></label> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ef3947-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1221/c" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Surface Transportation Board</inline>.—</heading><content>The analysis for <ref href="/us/usc/t49/stII">subtitle II of title 49, United States Code</ref>,<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef3948-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">49 USC</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef3949-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">prec. 1101.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> after the item relating to chapter 11 the following:<quotedContent><toc> <referenceItem role="section" style="-uslm-lc:I658260"> <designator>“13. </designator> <label>Surface Transportation Board</label> <target leaderAlign="left" leaderChar="." style="-uslm-lc:I658252">1301”.</target> </referenceItem></toc> </quotedContent></content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e67248" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1222" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1222">SEC. 1222. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef605a-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Deadlines.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef605b-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Revisions.</p><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef605c-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1131">49 USC 1131 note</ref>.</p></sidenote><heading>AIR SAFETY INVESTIGATORS.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ef876d-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1222/a" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Removal of FAA Medical Certificate Requirement</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 60 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director of the Office of Personnel Management, in consultation with the Administrator and the Chairman of the National Transportation Safety Board, shall take such actions as may be necessary to revise the eligibility requirements for the Air Safety Investigating Series 1815 occupational series (and any similar occupational series relating to transportation accident investigating) to remove any requirement that an individual hold a current medical certificate issued by the Administrator.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0ef876e-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1222/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Updates to Other Requirements</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ef876f-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1222/b/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In general</inline>.—</heading><content>Not later than 2 years after the date of enactment of this Act, the Director, in coordination with the Administrator and Chairman, shall take such actions as may be necessary to update and revise experiential, educational, and other eligibility requirements for the Air Safety Investigating Series 1815 occupational series (and any similar occupational series relating to transportation accident investigating).</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ef8770-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1222/b/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Considerations</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>In updating the requirements under paragraph (1), the Director shall consider—<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1433">138 STAT. 1433</page></chapeau><subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ef8771-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1222/b/2/A" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="A">(A) </num><content>the direct relationship between any requirement and the duties expected to be performed by the position;</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ef8772-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1222/b/2/B" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="B">(B) </num><content>changes in the skills and tools necessary to perform transportation accident investigations; and</content></subparagraph> <subparagraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0ef8773-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1222/b/2/C" style="-uslm-lc:I658124"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="C">(C) </num><content>such other considerations as the Director, Administrator, or Chairman determines appropriate.</content></subparagraph> </paragraph> </subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e67316" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXII/s1223" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1223">SEC. 1223. </num><sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0ef8774-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180">Reports.</p></sidenote><heading>REVIEW OF NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD PROCUREMENTS.</heading><content style="-uslm-lc:I658120">  Not later than 18 months after the date of enactment of this Act, the Comptroller General shall, pursuant to <ref href="/us/usc/t49/s1138">section 1138 of title 49, United States Code</ref>, submit to the appropriate committees of Congress a report regarding the procurement and contracting planning, practices, and policies of the National Transportation Safety Board, including such planning, practices, and policies regarding sole-source contracts.</content></section> <num value="XIII">TITLE XIII—</num><heading>REVENUE PROVISIONS</heading> <section id="d9133e67335" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1301" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1301">SEC. 1301. </num><heading>EXPENDITURE AUTHORITY FROM AIRPORT AND AIRWAY TRUST FUND.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0efd595-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1301/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">In General</inline>.—</heading><chapeau>Section 9502(d)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0efd596-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t26/s9502">26 USC 9502</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction>—</chapeau><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0efd597-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1301/a/1" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><content>in the matter preceding subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 11, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>October 1, 2028</quotedText>”; and</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0efd598-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1301/a/2" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><content>in subparagraph (A) by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> the semicolon at the end and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>or the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024;</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0efd599-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1301/b" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Conforming Amendment</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 9502(e)(2) of such Code <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 11, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>October 1, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> </section> <section id="d9133e67402" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302" style="-uslm-lc:I658144"><num class="bold" value="1302">SEC. 1302. </num><heading>EXTENSION OF TAXES FUNDING AIRPORT AND AIRWAY TRUST FUND.</heading><subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0f023ba-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302/a" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="a">(a) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Fuel Taxes</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 4081(d)(2)(B) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0f023bb-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302/b" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="b">(b) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Ticket Taxes</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0f023bc-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302/b/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Persons</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 4261(k)(1)(A)(ii) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0f023bd-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302/b/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Property</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 4271(d)(1)(A)(ii) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> <subsection class="firstIndent0 fontsize10" id="yb0f023be-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302/c" style="-uslm-lc:I658120"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="c">(c) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Fractional Ownership Programs</inline>.—</heading><paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0f023bf-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302/c/1" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="1">(1) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Fuel tax</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 4043(d) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0f023c0-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302/c/2" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="2">(2) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Treatment as noncommercial aviation</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 4083(b) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 11, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>October 1, 2028</quotedText>”.<page identifier="/us/stat/138/1434">138 STAT. 1434</page></content></paragraph> <paragraph class="fontsize10" id="yb0f023c1-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" identifier="/us/pl/118/63/tXIII/s1302/c/3" role="instruction" style="-uslm-lc:I658122"><num class="fontsize10" style="-uslm-lc:emspace2" value="3">(3) </num><heading class="fontsize10"><inline class="smallCaps">Exemption from ticket tax</inline>.—</heading><content>Section 4261(j) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986<sidenote><p class="leftAlign firstIndent0 fontsize8" id="xb0f023c2-e80a-11f0-bc57-ad3ac4b1618c" style="-uslm-lc:I658180"><ref href="/us/usc/t26/s4261">26 USC 4261</ref>.</p></sidenote> <amendingAction type="amend">is amended</amendingAction> by <amendingAction type="delete">striking</amendingAction> “<quotedText>May 10, 2024</quotedText>” and <amendingAction type="insert">inserting</amendingAction> “<quotedText>September 30, 2028</quotedText>”.</content></paragraph> </subsection> </section> Approved May 16, 2024.
LEGISLATIVE HISTORY—H.R. 3935: HOUSE REPORTS: ┐No. 118–138 (Comm. on Transportation and Infrastructure). CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Vol. 169 (2023):

July 19, 20, considered and passed House.

Sept. 28–30, considered in Senate.

Vol. 170 (2024):

May 2, 7–9, considered and passed Senate, amended.

May 14, 15, House considered and concurred in Senate amendment.

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