,in the ,senate of the ,united ,states1 ,april #ai1 #bjaf4 ,amendments3 ,that the bill from the ,house of ,representatives 7,h4,r4 #fcf7 entitled ,an ,act to amend the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf to permanently extend increased expensing limitations1 and for other purposes41 do pass with the following ,strike all after the enacting clause and insert the following3 #a4 ,short title2 table of contents 7a7 ,short title ,this ,act may be cited as the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents of this ,act is as follows3 ,sec4 #a4 ,short title2 table of contents4,sec4 #b4 ,references to title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4,sec4 #c4 ,definition of appropriate committees of ,congress4,sec4 #d4 ,effective date4,,title ,i--,authorizations,subtitle ,a--,funding of ,,faa programs,sec4 #ajja4 ,airport planning and development and noise compatibility planning and programs4,sec4 #ajjb4 ,air navigation facilities and equipment4,sec4 #ajjc4 ,,faa operations4,sec4 #ajjd4 ,,faa research and development4,sec4 #ajje4 ,funding for aviation programs4,sec4 #ajjf4 ,extension of expiring authorities4,subtitle ,b--,airport ,improvement ,program modifications,sec4 #abja4 ,small airport regulation relief4,sec4 #abjb4 ,priority review of construction projects in cold weather ,states4,sec4 #abjc4 ,state block grants updates4,sec4 #abjd4 ,contract ,tower ,program updates4,sec4 #abje4 ,approval of certain applications for the contract tower program4,sec4 #abjf4 ,remote towers4,sec4 #abjg4 ,midway ,island airport4,sec4 #abjh4 ,airport road funding4,sec4 #abji4 ,repeal of inherently low-emission airport vehicle pilot program4,sec4 #abaj4 ,modification of zero-emission airport vehicles and infrastructure pilot program4,sec4 #abaa4 ,repeal of airport ground support equipment emissions retrofit pilot program4,sec4 #abab4 ,funding eligibility for airport energy efficiency assessments4,sec4 #abac4 ,recycling plans2 safety projects at unclassified airports4,sec4 #abad4 ,transfers of instrument landing systems4,sec4 #abae4 ,non-movement area surveillance pilot program4,sec4 #abaf4 ,amendments to definitions4,sec4 #abag4 ,clarification of noise exposure map updates4,sec4 #abah4 ,provision of facilities4,sec4 #abai4 ,contract weather observers4,sec4 #abbj4 ,federal share adjustment4,sec4 #abba4 ,miscellaneous technical amendments4,sec4 #abbb4 ,mothers' rooms at airports4,sec4 #abbc4 ,eligibility for airport development grants at airports that enter into certain leases with components of the ,armed ,forces4,sec4 #abbd4 ,clarification of definition of aviation-related activity for hangar use4,sec4 #abbe4 ,use of airport improvement program funds for runway safety repairs4,sec4 #abbf4 ,definition of small business concern4,subtitle ,c--,passenger facility charges,sec4 #acja4 ,,pfc streamlining4,sec4 #acjb4 ,intermodal access projects4,sec4 #acjc4 ,use of revenue at a previously associated airport4,sec4 #acjd4 ,future aviation infrastructure and financing study4,,title ,,ii--,safety,subtitle ,a--,unmanned aircraft systems reform,sec4 #bjja4 ,definitions4,,part ,i--,privacy and transparency,sec4 #baja4 ,unmanned aircraft systems privacy policy4,sec4 #bajb4 ,sense of ,congress4,sec4 #bajc4 ,federal ,trade ,commission authority4,sec4 #bajd4 ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration multi-stakeholder process4,sec4 #baje4 ,identification standards4,sec4 #bajf4 ,commercial and governmental operators4,sec4 #bajg4 ,analysis of current remedies under ,federal1 ,state1 and local jurisdictions4,,part ,,ii--,unmanned aircraft systems,sec4 #baba4 ,definitions4,sec4 #babb4 ,utilization of unmanned aircraft system test sites4,sec4 #babc4 ,additional research1 development1 and testing4,sec4 #babd4 ,safety standards4,sec4 #babe4 ,unmanned aircraft systems in the ,arctic4,sec4 #babf4 ,special authority for certain unmanned aircraft systems4,sec4 #babg4 ,additional rulemaking authority4,sec4 #babh4 ,governmental unmanned aircraft systems4,sec4 #babi4 ,special rules for model aircraft4,sec4 #bacj4 ,unmanned aircraft systems aeronautical knowledge and safety4,sec4 #baca4 ,safety statements4,sec4 #bacb4 ,treatment of unmanned aircraft operating underground4,sec4 #bacc4 ,enforcement4,sec4 #bacd4 ,aviation emergency safety public services disruption4,sec4 #bace4 ,pilot project for airport safety and airspace hazard mitigation4,sec4 #bacf4 ,contribution to financing of regulatory functions4,sec4 #bacg4 ,sense of ,congress regarding small ,,uas rulemaking4,sec4 #bach4 ,unmanned aircraft systems traffic management4,sec4 #baci4 ,emergency exemption process4,sec4 #badj4 ,public ,,uas operations by tribal governments4,sec4 #bada4 ,carriage of property by small unmanned aircraft systems for compensation or hire4,sec4 #badb4 ,collegiate ,training ,initiative program for unmanned aircraft systems4,sec4 #badc4 ,incorporation of ,federal ,aviation ,administration occupations relating to unmanned aircraft into veterans employment programs of the ,administration4,,part ,,iii--,transition and savings provisions,sec4 #baea4 ,senior advisor for unmanned aircraft systems integration4,sec4 #baeb4 ,effect on other laws4,sec4 #baec4 ,spectrum4,sec4 #baed4 ,applications for designation4,sec4 #baee4 ,use of unmanned aircraft systems at institutions of higher education4,sec4 #baef4 ,transition language4,,part ,,iv--,operator safety,sec4 #bafa4 ,short title4,sec4 #bafb4 ,findings2 sense of ,congress4,sec4 #bafc4 ,unsafe operation of unmanned aircraft4,subtitle ,b--,,faa safety certification reform,p,a,r,t ,i--,general provisions,sec4 #bbaa4 ,definitions4,sec4 #bbab4 ,safety oversight and certification advisory committee4,,part ,,ii--,aircraft certification reform,sec4 #bbba4 ,aircraft certification performance objectives and metrics4,sec4 #bbbb4 ,organization designation authorizations4,sec4 #bbbc4 ,,oda review4,sec4 #bbbd4 ,type certification resolution process4,sec4 #bbbe4 ,safety enhancing technologies for small general aviation airplanes4,sec4 #bbbf4 ,streamlining certification of small general aviation airplanes4,,part ,,iii--,flight standards reform,sec4 #bbca4 ,flight standards performance objectives and metrics4,sec4 #bbcb4 ,,faa task force on flight standards reform4,sec4 #bbcc4 ,centralized safety guidance database4,sec4 #bbcd4 ,regulatory ,consistency ,communications ,board4,sec4 #bbce4 ,flight standards service realignment feasibility report4,sec4 #bbcf4 ,additional certification resources4,,part ,,iv--,safety workforce,sec4 #bbda4 ,safety workforce training strategy4,sec4 #bbdb4 ,workforce study4,,part ,v--,international aviation,sec4 #bbea4 ,promotion of ,united ,states aerospace standards1 products1 and services abroad4,sec4 #bbeb4 ,bilateral exchanges of safety oversight responsibilities4,sec4 #bbec4 ,,faa leadership abroad4,sec4 #bbed4 ,registration1 certification1 and related fees4,subtitle ,c--,airline passenger safety and protections,sec4 #bcja4 ,pilot records database deadline4,sec4 #bcjb4 ,access to air carrier flight decks4,sec4 #bcjc4 ,aircraft tracking and flight data4,sec4 #bcjd4 ,automation reliance improvements4,sec4 #bcje4 ,enhanced mental health screening for pilots4,sec4 #bcjf4 ,flight attendant duty period limitations and rest requirements4,sec4 #bcjg4 ,training to combat human trafficking for certain air carrier employees4,sec4 #bcjh4 ,report on obsolete test equipment4,sec4 #bcji4 ,plan for systems to provide direct warnings of potential runway incursions4,sec4 #bcaj4 ,laser pointer incidents4,sec4 #bcaa4 ,helicopter air ambulance operations data and reports4,sec4 #bcab4 ,part #ace accident and incident data4,sec4 #bcac4 ,definition of human factors4,sec4 #bcad4 ,sense of ,congress2 pilot in command authority4,sec4 #bcae4 ,enhancing ,,asias4,sec4 #bcaf4 ,improving runway safety4,sec4 #bcag4 ,safe air transportation of lithium cells and batteries4,sec4 #bcah4 ,prohibition on implementation of policy change to permit small1 non-locking knives on aircraft4,sec4 #bcai4 ,aircraft cabin evacuation procedures4,sec4 #bcbj4 ,,gao study of universal deployment of advanced imaging technologies4,subtitle ,d--,general aviation safety,sec4 #bdja4 ,automated weather observing systems policy4,sec4 #bdjb4 ,tower marking4,sec4 #bdjc4 ,crash-resistant fuel systems4,sec4 #bdjd4 ,requirement to consult with stakeholders in defining scope and requirements for ,future ,flight ,service ,program4,sec4 #bdje4 ,heads-up guidance system technologies4,subtitle ,e--,general provisions,sec4 #beja4 ,designated agency safety and health officer4,sec4 #bejb4 ,repair stations located outside ,united ,states4,sec4 #bejc4 ,,faa technical training4,sec4 #bejd4 ,safety critical staffing4,sec4 #beje4 ,approach control radar in all air traffic control towers4,sec4 #bejf4 ,airspace management advisory committee4,subtitle ,f--,third class medical reform and general aviation pilot protections,sec4 #bfja4 ,short title4,sec4 #bfjb4 ,medical certification of certain small aircraft pilots4,sec4 #bfjc4 ,expansion of pilot's bill of rights4,sec4 #bfjd4 ,limitations on reexamination of certificate holders4,sec4 #bfje4 ,expediting updates to ,,notam program4,sec4 #bfjf4 ,accessibility of certain flight data4,sec4 #bfjg4 ,authority for legal counsel to issue certain notices4,,title ,,iii--,air service improvements,sec4 #cjja4 ,definitions4,subtitle ,a--,passenger air service improvements,sec4 #caja4 ,causes of airline delays or cancellations4,sec4 #cajb4 ,involuntary changes to itineraries4,sec4 #cajc4 ,additional consumer protections4,sec4 #cajd4 ,addressing the needs of families of passengers involved in aircraft accidents4,sec4 #caje4 ,emergency medical kits4,sec4 #cajf4 ,travelers with disabilities4,sec4 #cajg4 ,extension of ,advisory ,committee for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection4,sec4 #cajh4 ,extension of competitive access reports4,sec4 #caji4 ,refunds for delayed baggage4,sec4 #caaj4 ,refunds for other fees that are not honored by a covered air carrier4,sec4 #caaa4 ,disclosure of fees to consumers4,sec4 #caab4 ,seat assignments4,sec4 #caac4 ,lasting improvements to family travel4,sec4 #caad4 ,consumer complaint process improvement4,sec4 #caae4 ,online access to aviation consumer protection information4,sec4 #caaf4 ,study on in cabin wheelchair restraint systems4,sec4 #caag4 ,training policies regarding assistance for persons with disabilities4,sec4 #caah4 ,advisory committee on the air travel needs of passengers with disabilities4,sec4 #caai4 ,report on covered air carrier change1 cancellation1 and baggage fees4,sec4 #cabj4 ,enforcement of aviation consumer protection rules4,sec4 #caba4 ,dimensions for passenger seats4,sec4 #cabb4 ,cell phone voice communications4,sec4 #cabc4 ,availability of slots for new entrant air carriers at ,newark ,liberty ,international ,airport4,subtitle ,b--,essential air service,sec4 #cbja4 ,essential air service4,sec4 #cbjb4 ,small community air service development program4,sec4 #cbjc4 ,small community program amendments4,sec4 #cbjd4 ,waivers4,sec4 #cbje4 ,working group on improving air service to small communities4,,title ,,iv--,next,gen and ,,faa organization,sec4 #djja4 ,definitions4,subtitle ,a--,next ,generation ,air ,transportation ,system,sec4 #daja4 ,return on investment assessment4,sec4 #dajb4 ,ensuring ,,faa readiness to use new technology4,sec4 #dajc4 ,next,gen annual performance goals4,sec4 #dajd4 ,facility outage contingency plans4,sec4 #daje4 ,,ads-,b mandate assessment4,sec4 #dajf4 ,nextgen interoperability4,sec4 #dajg4 ,next,gen transition management4,sec4 #dajh4 ,implementation of ,next,gen operational improvements4,sec4 #daji4 ,cybersecurity4,sec4 #daaj4 ,securing aircraft avionics systems4,sec4 #daaa4 ,defining ,next,gen4,sec4 #daab4 ,human factors4,sec4 #daac4 ,major acquisition reports4,sec4 #daad4 ,equipage mandates4,sec4 #daae4 ,workforce4,sec4 #daaf4 ,architectural leadership4,sec4 #daag4 ,programmatic risk management4,sec4 #daah4 ,next,gen prioritization4,subtitle ,b--,administration organization and employees,sec4 #dbja4 ,cost-saving initiatives4,sec4 #dbjb4 ,treatment of essential employees during furloughs4,sec4 #dbjc4 ,controller candidate interviews4,sec4 #dbjd4 ,hiring of air traffic controllers4,sec4 #dbje4 ,computation of basic annuity for certain air traffic controllers4,sec4 #dbjf4 ,air traffic services at aviation events4,sec4 #dbjg4 ,full annuity supplement for certain air traffic controllers4,sec4 #dbjh4 ,inclusion of disabled veteran leave in ,federal ,aviation ,administration personnel management system4,,title ,v--,miscellaneous,sec4 #ejja4 ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board investigative officers4,sec4 #ejjb4 ,performance-,based ,navigation4,sec4 #ejjc4 ,overflights of national parks4,sec4 #ejjd4 ,navigable airspace analysis for commercial space launch site runways4,sec4 #ejje4 ,survey and report on spaceport development4,sec4 #ejjf4 ,aviation fuel4,sec4 #ejjg4 ,comprehensive ,aviation ,preparedness ,plan4,sec4 #ejjh4 ,advanced ,materials ,center of ,excellence4,sec4 #ejji4 ,interference with airline employees4,sec4 #ejaj4 ,secondary cockpit barriers4,sec4 #ejaa4 ,,gao evaluation and audit4,sec4 #ejab4 ,federal ,aviation ,administration performance measures and targets4,sec4 #ejac4 ,staffing of certain air traffic control towers4,sec4 #ejad4 ,critical airfield markings4,sec4 #ejae4 ,research and deployment of certain airfield pavement technologies4,sec4 #ejaf4 ,report on general aviation flight sharing4,sec4 #ejag4 ,increase in duration of general aviation aircraft registration4,sec4 #ejah4 ,modification of limitation of liability relating to aircraft4,sec4 #ejai4 ,government ,accountability ,office study of illegal drugs seized at international airports in the ,united ,states4,sec4 #ejbj4 ,sense of ,congress on preventing the transportation of disease-carrying mosquitoes and other insects on commercial aircraft4,sec4 #ejba4 ,work plan for the ,new ,york_/,new ,jersey_/,philadelphia metroplex program4,sec4 #ejbb4 ,report on plans for air traffic control facilities in the ,new ,york ,city and ,newark region4,sec4 #ejbc4 ,,gao study of international airline alliances4,sec4 #ejbd4 ,treatment of multi-year lessees of large and turbine-powered multiengine aircraft4,sec4 #ejbe4 ,evaluation of emerging technologies4,sec4 #ejbf4 ,student outreach report4,sec4 #ejbg4 ,right to privacy when using air traffic control system4,sec4 #ejbh4 ,conduct of security screening by the ,transportation ,security ,administration at certain airports4,sec4 #ejbi4 ,aviation cybersecurity4,sec4 #ejcj4 ,prohibitions against smoking on passenger flights4,sec4 #ejca4 ,national multimodal freight advisory committee4,sec4 #ejcb4 ,technical and conforming amendments4,sec4 #ejcc4 ,visible ,deterrent4,sec4 #ejcd4 ,law enforcement training for mass casualty and active shooter incidents4,sec4 #ejce4 ,assistance to airports and surface transportation systems4,sec4 #ejcf4 ,authorization of certain flights by ,stage #b airplanes4,,title ,,vi--,transportation security and terrorism prevention,subtitle ,a--,airport ,security ,enhancement and ,oversight ,act,sec4 #faja4 ,short title4,sec4 #fajb4 ,findings4,sec4 #fajc4 ,definitions4,sec4 #fajd4 ,threat assessment4,sec4 #faje4 ,oversight4,sec4 #fajf4 ,credentials4,sec4 #fajg4 ,vetting4,sec4 #fajh4 ,metrics4,sec4 #faji4 ,inspections and assessments4,sec4 #faaj4 ,covert testing4,sec4 #faaa4 ,security directives4,sec4 #faab4 ,implementation report4,sec4 #faac4 ,miscellaneous amendments4,subtitle ,b--,,tsa ,pre,check ,expansion ,act,sec4 #fbja4 ,short title4,sec4 #fbjb4 ,definitions4,sec4 #fbjc4 ,pre,check ,program authorization4,sec4 #fbjd4 ,pre,check ,program enrollment expansion4,subtitle ,c--,securing ,aviation from ,foreign ,entry ,points and ,guarding ,airports ,through ,enhanced ,security ,act of #bjaf,sec4 #fcja4 ,short title4,sec4 #fcjb4 ,last point of departure airport security assessment4,sec4 #fcjc4 ,security coordination enhancement plan4,sec4 #fcjd4 ,workforce assessment4,sec4 #fcje4 ,donation of screening equipment to protect the ,united ,states4,sec4 #fcjf4 ,national cargo security program4,subtitle ,d--,miscellaneous,sec4 #fdja4 ,international training and capacity development4,sec4 #fdjb4 ,checkpoints of the future4,,title ,,vii--,airport and airway trust fund provisions and related taxes,sec4 #gaja4 ,expenditure authority from ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund4,sec4 #gajb4 ,extension of taxes funding ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund4 #b4 ,references to title #di1 ,united ,states ,code ,except as otherwise expressly provided1 wherever in this ,act an amendment or repeal is expressed in terms of an amendment to1 or repeal of1 a section or other provision1 the reference shall be considered to be made to a section or other provision of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #c4 ,definition of appropriate committees of ,congress ,in this ,act1 unless expressly provided otherwise1 the term appropriate committees of ,congress means the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives4 #d4 ,effective date ,except as otherwise expressly provided1 this ,act and the amendments made by this ,act shall take effect on the date of enactment of this ,act4 ,i ,authorizations ,a ,funding of ,,faa programs #ajja4 ,airport planning and development and noise compatibility planning and programs 7a7 ,authorization ,section #dhajc7;a7 is amended by striking section #dgeje7;a77#b71 and carrying out noise compatibility programs under section #dgejd7;c7 #c1cej1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjab through #bjae and #b1feb1jhc1ccc for the period beginning on ,october #a1 #bjae1 and ending on ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting section #dgeje7;a77#b71 carrying out noise compatibility programs under section #dgejd7;c71 for an airport cooperative research program under section #ddeaa1 for ,airports ,technology-,safety research1 and ,airports ,technology-,efficiency research1 #c1cej1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjaf and #c1gej1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjag4 7b7 ,obligational authority ,section #dgajd7;c7 is amended in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7 by striking ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjag4 #ajjb4 ,air navigation facilities and equipment ,section #dhaja7;a7 is amended by striking paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#e7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 #b1hee1bda1jbe for fiscal year #bjaf4 7#b7 #b1hfb1jbj1ebd for fiscal year #bjag4 4 #ajjc4 ,,faa operations 7a7 ,in general ,section #ajf7k77#a7 is amended by striking subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,e7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 #i1iaj1jji1cad for fiscal year #bjaf2 and 7,b7 #aj1jbe1cfa1aaa for fiscal year #bjag4 4 7b7 ,authorized expenditures ,section #ajf7k77#b7 is amended by striking for fiscal years #bjab through #bjae each place it appears and inserting for fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag4 7c7 ,authority ,to transfer funds ,section #ajf7k77#c7 is amended by striking #bjab through #bjae and for the period beginning on ,october #a1 #bjae1 and ending on ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting #bjaf through #bjag4 #ajjd4 ,,faa research and development ,section #dhajb is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 by striking #ddeaa-ddeac and inserting #ddeab-ddeac2 and 7ii7 by striking and1 for each of fiscal years #bjab through #bjae1 under subsection 7g72 7,b7 in paragraph 7#h71 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 and 7,c7 by striking paragraph 7#i7 and inserting the following3 7#i7 #aff1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjaf2 and 7#aj7 #afi1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjag4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7b71 by striking paragraph 7#c74 #ajje4 ,funding for aviation programs 7a7 ,airport and airway trust fund guarantee ,section #dhaad7;a77#a77;,a7 is amended to read as follows3 7,a7 ,in general ,the total budget resources made available from the ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund each fiscal year under sections #dhaja1 #dhajb1 #dhajc1 and #ajf7k7-- 7i7 shall in each of fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag1 be equal to the sum of-- 7,i7 #ij percent of the estimated level of receipts plus interest credited to the ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund for that fiscal year2 and 7,,ii7 the actual level of receipts plus interest credited to the ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund for the second preceding fiscal year minus the total amount made available for obligation from the ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund for the second preceding fiscal year2 and 7ii7 may be used only for the aviation investment programs listed in subsection 7b77#a74 4 7b7 ,enforcement of guarantees ,section #dhaad7;c77#b7 is amended by striking #bjaf and inserting #bjag4 #ajjf4 ,extension of expiring authorities 7a7 ,marshall ,islands1 ,micronesia1 and ,palau ,section #dgaae7;j7 is amended by striking #bjae and for the period beginning on ,october #a1 #bjae1 and ending on ,july #ae1 #bjaf1 and inserting #bjag4 7b7 ,extension of compatible land use planning and projects by ,state and local governments ,section #dgada7;f7 is amended by striking ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjag4 7c7 ,inspector ,general ,report on ,participation in ,,faa ,programs by ,disadvantaged ,small ,business ,concerns 7#a7 ,in general ,for each of fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag1 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation shall submit to ,congress a report on the number of new small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals1 including those owned by veterans1 that participated in the programs and activities funded using the amounts made available under this ,act4 7#b7 ,new small business concerns ,for purposes of paragraph 7#a71 a new small business concern is a small business concern that did not participate in the programs and activities described in paragraph 7#a7 in a previous fiscal year4 7#c7 ,contents ,the report shall include-- 7,a7 a list of the top #be and bottom #be large and medium hub airports in terms of providing opportunities for small business concerns owned and controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals to participate in the programs and activities funded using the amounts made available under this ,act2 7,b7 the results of an assessment1 to be conducted by the ,inspector ,general1 on the reasons why the top airports have been successful in providing such opportunities2 and 7,c7 recommendations to the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and ,congress on methods for other airports to achieve results similar to those of the top airports4 7d7 ,extension of ,pilot ,program for ,redevelopment of ,airport ,properties ,section #hbb7k7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgada note7 is amended by striking ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjag4 ,b ,airport ,improvement ,program modifications #abja4 ,small airport regulation relief ,section #dgaad7;c77#a77;,f7 is amended to read as follows3 7,f7 ,special rule for fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag ,notwithstanding subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall apportion to a sponsor of an airport under that subparagraph for each of fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag an amount based on the number of passenger boardings at the airport during calendar year #bjab if the airport-- 7i7 had #aj1jjj or more passenger boardings during calendar year #bjab2 7ii7 had fewer than #aj1jjj passenger boardings during the calendar year used to calculate the apportionment for fiscal year #bjaf or #bjag under subparagraph 7,a72 and 7iii7 had scheduled air service in the calendar year used to calculate the apportionment4 4 #abjb4 ,priority review of construction projects in cold weather ,states 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 to the extent practicable1 shall schedule the ,administrator's review of construction projects so that projects to be carried out in the ,states in which the weather during a typical calendar year prevents major construction projects from being carried out before ,may #a are reviewed as early as possible4 7b7 ,report ,the ,administrator shall update the appropriate committees of ,congress annually on the effectiveness of the review and prioritization4 #abjc4 ,state block grants updates ,section #dgabh7;a7 is amended by striking #i qualified ,states for fiscal years #bjjj and #bjja and #aj qualified ,states for each fiscal year thereafter and inserting #ae qualified ,states for fiscal year #bjaf and each fiscal year thereafter4 #abjd4 ,contract ,tower ,program updates 7a7 ,special rule ,section #dgabd7;b77#a77;,b7 is amended by striking after such determination is made and inserting after the end of the period described in subsection 7d77#f77;,c74 7b7 ,contract ,air ,traffic ,control ,tower ,cost-,share ,program2 funding ,section #dgabd7;b77#c77;,e7 is amended to read as follows3 7,e7 ,funding ,of the amounts appropriated under section #ajf7k77#a71 such sums as may be necessary may be used to carry out this paragraph4 4 7c7 ,cap on ,federal share of cost of construction ,section #dgabd7;b77#d77;,c7 is amended by striking #b1jjj1jjj and inserting #d1jjj1jjj4 7d7 ,cost benefit ratio revision ,section #dgabd is amended by adding at the end the following3 7d7 ,cost benefit ratios 7#a7 ,contract air traffic control tower program at cost-share airports ,beginning on the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 if an air traffic control tower is operating under the ,cost-share ,program1 the ,secretary shall annually calculate a new benefit-to-cost ratio for the tower4 7#b7 ,contract tower program at non-cost-share airports ,beginning on the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 if a tower is operating under the ,contract ,tower ,program and continued under subsection 7b77#a71 the ,secretary shall not calculate a new benefit-to-cost ratio for the tower unless the annual aircraft traffic at the airport where the tower is located decreases by more than #be percent from the previous year or by more than #fj percent over a #c-year period4 7#c7 ,considerations ,in establishing a benefit-to-cost ratio under paragraph 7#a7 or paragraph 7#b71 the ,secretary may consider only the following costs3 7,a7 ,the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's actual cost of wages and benefits of personnel working at the tower4 7,b7 ,the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's actual telecommunications costs of the tower4 7,c7 ,relocation and replacement costs of equipment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration associated with the tower1 if paid for by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7,d7 ,logistics1 such as direct costs associated with establishing or updating the tower's interface with other systems and equipment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 if paid for by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#d7 ,exclusions ,in establishing a benefit-to-cost ratio under paragraph 7#a7 or paragraph 7#b71 the ,secretary may not consider the following costs3 7,a7 ,airway facilities costs1 including labor and other costs associated with maintaining and repairing the systems and equipment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7,b7 ,costs for depreciating the building and equipment owned by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7,c7 ,indirect overhead costs of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7,d7 ,costs for utilities1 janitorial1 and other services paid for or provided by the airport or the ,state or political subdivision of a ,state having jurisdiction over the airport where the tower is located4 7,e7 ,the cost of new or replacement equipment1 or construction of a new or replacement tower1 if the costs incurred were incurred by the airport or the ,state or political subdivision of a ,state having jurisdiction over the airport where the tower is or will be located4 7,f7 ,other expenses of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration not directly associated with the actual operation of the tower4 7#e7 ,margin of error ,the ,secretary shall add a #e percent margin of error to a benefit-to-cost ratio determination to acknowledge and account for any direct or indirect factors that are not included in the criteria the ,secretary used in calculating the benefit-to-cost ratio4 7#f7 ,procedures ,the ,secretary shall establish procedures-- 7,a7 to allow an airport or the ,state or political subdivision of a ,state having jurisdiction over the airport where the tower is located not less than #ij days following the receipt of an initial benefit-to-cost ratio determination from the ,secretary-- 7i7 to request the ,secretary reconsider that determination2 and 7ii7 to submit updated or additional data to the ,secretary in support of the reconsideration2 7,b7 to allow the ,secretary not more than #ij days to review the data submitted under subparagraph 7,a77ii7 and respond to the request under subparagraph 7,a77i72 7,c7 to allow the airport1 ,state1 or political subdivision of a ,state1 as applicable1 #cj days following the date of the response under subparagraph 7,b7 to review the response before any action is taken based on a benefit-to-cost determination2 and 7,d7 to provide1 after the end of the period described in subparagraph 7,c71 an #ah-month grace period before cost-share payments are due from the airport1 ,state1 or political subdivision of a ,state if as a result of the benefit-to-cost ratio determination the airport1 ,state1 or political subdivision1 as applicable1 is required to transition to the ,cost-share ,program4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,contract ,tower ,program ,the term ,contract ,tower ,program means the level ,i air traffic control tower contract program established under subsection 7a7 and continued under subsection 7b77#a74 7#b7 ,cost-share ,program ,the term ,cost-share ,program means the cost-share program established under subsection 7b77#c74 4 7e7 ,conforming amendments ,section #dgabd7;b7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a77;,c71 by striking the program established under paragraph 7#c7 and inserting the ,cost-share ,program2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in the heading1 by striking ,contract air traffic control tower program and inserting ,cost-share program2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,a71 by striking contract tower program established under subsection 7a7 and continued under paragraph 7#a7 7in this paragraph referred to as the ,contract ,tower ,program7 and inserting ,contract ,tower ,program2 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,b71 by striking ,in carrying out the program and inserting ,in carrying out the ,cost-share ,program2 7,d7 in subparagraph 7,c71 by striking participate in the program and inserting participate in the ,cost-share ,program2 7,e7 in subparagraph 7,d71 by striking under the program and inserting under the ,cost-share ,program2 and 7,f7 in subparagraph 7,f71 by striking the program continued under paragraph 7#a7 and inserting the ,contract ,tower ,program2 and 7#c7 in paragraph 7#d77;,b77i77,i71 by striking contract tower program established under subsection 7a7 and continued under paragraph 7#a7 or the pilot program established under paragraph 7#c7 and inserting ,contract ,tower ,program or the ,cost-share ,program4 7f7 ,exemption ,section #dgabd7;b77#c77;,d7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 ,airports with both ,part #aba air service and more than #be1jjj passenger enplanements in calendar year #bjad shall be exempt from any cost share requirement under the ,cost-share ,program44 7g7 ,savings provision ,notwithstanding the amendments made by this section1 the towers for which assistance is being provided under section #dagbd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 on the day before the date of enactment of this ,act may continue to be provided such assistance under the terms of that section as in effect on that day4 #abje4 ,approval of certain applications for the contract tower program 7a7 ,in general ,if the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration has not implemented a revised cost-benefit methodology for purposes of determining eligibility for the ,contract ,tower ,program before the date that is #cj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 any air traffic control tower with an application for participation in the ,contract ,tower ,program pending as of ,january #a1 #bjaf1 shall be approved for participation in the ,contract ,tower ,program if the ,administrator determines the tower is eligible under the criteria set forth in the ,federal ,aviation ,administration report1 ,establishment and ,discontinuance ,criteria for ,airport ,traffic ,control ,towers1 dated ,august #aiij 7,,faa-,,apo-#ij-g74 7b7 ,requests for additional authority ,the ,administrator shall respond not later than #cj days after the date the ,administrator receives a formal request from an airport and air traffic control contractor for additional authority to expand contract tower operational hours and staff to accommodate flight traffic outside of current tower operational hours4 7c7 ,definition of ,contract ,tower ,program ,in this section1 the term ,contract ,tower ,program has the meaning given the term in section #dgabd7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #abjf4 ,remote towers 7a7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,establishment ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish-- 7,a7 in consultation with airport operators and general aviation users1 a pilot program at public-use airports to construct and operate remote towers2 and 7,b7 a selection process for participation in the pilot program4 7#b7 ,safety considerations ,in establishing the pilot program1 the ,administrator shall consult with operators of remote towers in foreign countries to design the pilot program in a manner that leverages as many safety and airspace efficiency benefits as possible4 7#c7 ,requirements ,in selecting the airports for participation in the pilot program1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 to the extent practicable1 ensure that at least #b different vendors of remote tower systems participate2 7,b7 include at least #a airport currently in the ,contract ,tower ,program and at least #a airport that does not have an air traffic control tower2 and 7,c7 clearly identify the research questions that will be addressed at each airport4 7#d7 ,research ,in selecting an airport for participation in the pilot program1 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7,a7 how inclusion of that airport will add research value to assist the ,administrator in evaluating the feasibility1 safety1 and cost-benefits of remote towers2 7,b7 the amount and variety of air traffic at an airport2 and 7,c7 the costs and benefits of including that airport4 7#e7 ,data ,the ,administrator shall clearly identify and collect air traffic control information and data from participating airports that will assist the ,administrator in evaluating the feasibility1 safety1 and cost-benefits of remote towers4 7#f7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date the first remote tower is operational1 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report-- 7,a7 detailing any benefits1 costs1 or safety improvements associated with the use of the remote towers2 and 7,b7 evaluating the feasibility of using remote towers1 particularly in the ,contract ,tower ,program and for airports without any air traffic control tower1 or to improve safety at airports with towers4 7#g7 ,deadline ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall select airports for participation in the pilot program4 7#h7 ,definitions ,in this subsection3 7,a7 ,contract ,tower ,program ,the term ,contract ,tower ,program has the meaning given the term in section #dgabd7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7,b7 ,remote tower ,the term remote tower means a system whereby air traffic services are provided to operators at an airport from a location that may not be on or near the airport4 7b7 ,,aip funding eligibility ,for purposes of the pilot program under subsection 7a71 and after certificated systems are available1 constructing a remote tower or acquiring and installing air traffic control1 communications1 or related equipment for a remote tower shall be considered airport development 7as defined in section #dgajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 for purposes of subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of that title if components are installed and used at the airport1 except for off-airport sensors installed on leased towers1 as needed4 #abjg4 ,midway ,island airport ,section #ahf7;d7 of the ,vision #ajj--;,century of ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act 7,public ,law #ajh-agf2 #aag ,stat4 #beah7 is amended by striking 8and for the period beginning on ,october #a1 #bjae1 and ending on ,july #ae1 #bjaf10 and inserting 8and for fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag04 #abjh4 ,airport road funding 7a7 ,airport development grant assurances ,section #dgajg7;b7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 ,this subsection does not prevent the use of airport revenue for the maintenance and improvement of the on-airport portion of a surface transportation facility providing access to an airport and non-airport locations if the surface transportation facility is owned or operated by the airport owner or operator and the use of airport revenue is prorated to airport use and limited to portions of the facility located on the airport4 ,the ,secretary shall determine the maximum percentage contribution of airport revenue toward surface transportation facility maintenance or improvement1 taking into consideration the current and projected use of the surface transportation facility located on the airport for airport and non-airport purposes4 ,the de minimus use1 as determined by the ,secretary1 of a surface transportation facility for non-airport purposes shall not require prorating4 4 7b7 ,restrictions on the use of airport revenue ,section #dgacc7;c7 is amended-- 7#a7 by inserting 7#a7 before ,nothing and indenting appropriately2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#b7 ,nothing in this section may be construed to prevent the use of airport revenue for the prorated maintenance and improvement costs of the on-airport portion of the surface transportation facility1 subject to the provisions of section #dgajg7;b77#d74 4 #abji4 ,repeal of inherently low-emission airport vehicle pilot program 7a7 ,repeal ,section #dgacf is repealed4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments ,the table of contents for chapter #dga is amended by striking the item relating to section #dgacf and inserting the following3 #dgacf4 ,reserved4 4 #abaj4 ,modification of zero-emission airport vehicles and infrastructure pilot program ,section #dgacf;a is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a71 by striking 1 including and inserting used exclusively for transporting passengers on-airport or for employee shuttle buses within the airport1 including2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7f71 by inserting 1 as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 after section #dgacf4 #abaa4 ,repeal of airport ground support equipment emissions retrofit pilot program 7a7 ,repeal ,section #dgadj is repealed4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments ,the table of contents for chapter #dga is amended by striking the item relating to section #dgadj and inserting the following3 #dgadj4 ,reserved4 4 #abab4 ,funding eligibility for airport energy efficiency assessments 7a7 ,cost reimbursements ,section #dgadj;a7a7 is amended by striking airport4 and inserting airport1 and to reimburse the airport sponsor for the costs incurred in conducting the assessment44 7b7 ,safety priority ,section #dgadj;a7b77#b7 is amended by inserting 1 including a certification that no safety projects would be deferred by prioritizing a grant under this section1 after an application4 #abac4 ,recycling plans2 safety projects at unclassified airports ,section #dgajf7;a7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#e71 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#f7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a71 by striking for an airport that has an airport master plan1 the master plan addresses and inserting a master plan project1 it will address2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,e71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#g7 if the project is at an unclassified airport1 the project will be funded with an amount apportioned under subsection #dgaad7;d77#c77;,b7 and is-- 7,a7 for maintenance of the pavement of the primary runway2 7,b7 for obstruction removal for the primary runway2 7,c7 for the rehabilitation of the primary runway2 or 7,d7 a project that the ,secretary considers necessary for the safe operation of the airport4 4 #abad4 ,transfers of instrument landing systems ,section #ddejb7;e7 is amended by striking the first sentence and inserting ,an airport may transfer1 without consideration1 to the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration an instrument landing system consisting of a glide slope and localizer that conforms to performance specifications of the ,administrator if an airport improvement project grant was used to assist in purchasing the system1 and if the ,federal ,aviation ,administration has determined that a satellite navigation system cannot provide a suitable approach44 #abae4 ,non-movement area surveillance pilot program 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dga is amended by adding at the end the following3 #dgadc4 ,non-movement area surveillance surface display systems pilot program 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration may carry out a pilot program to support non-,federal acquisition and installation of qualifying non-movement area surveillance surface display systems and sensors if-- 7#a7 the ,administrator determines that acquisition and installation of qualifying non-movement area surveillance surface display systems and sensors improve safety or capacity in the ,national ,airspace ,system2 and 7#b7 the non-movement area surveillance surface display systems and sensors are supplemental to existing movement area systems and sensors at the selected airports established under other programs administered by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,project grants 7#a7 ,in general ,for purposes of carrying out the pilot program1 the ,administrator may make a project grant out of funds apportioned under paragraph 7#a7 or paragraph 7#b7 of section #dgaad7;c7 to not more than #e eligible sponsors to acquire and install qualifying non-movement area surveillance surface display systems and sensors4 ,the ,administrator may distribute not more than #b1jjj1jjj per sponsor from the discretionary fund4 ,the airports selected to participate in the pilot program shall have existing ,federal ,aviation ,administration movement area systems and airlines that are participants in ,federal ,aviation ,administration's ,airport ,collaborative ,decision ,making process4 7#b7 ,procedures ,in accordance with the authority under section #ajf1 the ,administrator may establish procurement procedures applicable to grants issued under this subsection4 ,the procedures may permit the sponsor to carry out the project with vendors that have been accepted in the procurement procedure or using ,federal ,aviation ,administration contracts4 ,the procedures may provide for the direct reimbursement 7including administrative costs7 of the ,administrator by the sponsor using grant funds under this subsection1 for the ordering of system-related equipment and its installation1 or for the direct ordering of system-related equipment and its installation by the sponsor1 using such grant funds1 from the suppliers with which the ,administrator has contracted4 7#c7 ,data exchange processes ,the ,administrator may establish data exchange processes to allow airport participation in the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's ,airport ,collaborative ,decision ,making process and fusion of the non-movement surveillance data with the ,administration's movement area systems4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,non-movement area ,the term non-movement area is the portion of the airfield surface that is not under the control of air traffic control4 7#b7 ,non-movement area surveillance surface display system and sensors ,the term non-movement area surveillance surface display system and sensors is a non-,federal surveillance system that uses on-airport sensors that track vehicles or aircraft that are equipped with transponders in the non-movement area4 7#c7 ,qualifying non-movement area surveillance surface display system and sensors ,the term qualifying non-movement area surveillance surface display system and sensors is a non-movement area surveillance surface display system that-- 7,a7 provides the required transmit and receive data formats consistent with the ,national ,airspace ,system architecture at the appropriate service delivery point2 7,b7 is on-airport2 and 7,c7 is airport operated4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments ,the table of contents of chapter #dga is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dgadb the following3 #dgadc4 ,non-movement area surveillance surface display systems pilot program4 4 #abaf4 ,amendments to definitions ,section #dgajb is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#aj7 through 7#bh7 as paragraphs 7#ab7 through 7#cj71 respectively2 7#b7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#g7 through 7#i7 as paragraphs 7#h7 through 7#aj71 respectively2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,b7-- 7i7 by redesignating clauses 7iii7 through 7x7 as clauses 7iv7 through 7xi71 respectively2 and 7ii7 by striking clause 7ii7 and inserting the following3 7,,ii7 security equipment owned and operated by the airport1 including explosive detection devices1 universal access control systems1 perimeter fencing1 and emergency call boxes1 which the ,secretary may require by regulation for1 or approve as contributing significantly to1 the security of individuals and property at the airport2 7,,iii7 safety apparatus owned and operated by the airport1 which the ,secretary may require by regulation for1 or approve as contributing significantly to1 the safety of individuals and property at the airport1 and integrated in-pavement lighting systems for runways and taxiways and other runway and taxiway incursion prevention devices2 2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,k71 by striking such project will result in an airport receiving appropriate and inserting the airport would be able to receive2 and 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,l7-- 7i7 by striking or conversion of vehicles and and inserting of vehicles used exclusively for transporting passengers on-airport1 employee shuttle buses within the airport1 or2 7ii7 by striking airport1 to and inserting airport and equipped with2 and 7iii7 by striking #geje;a7 and if such project will result in an airport receiving appropriate and inserting #geje;a77 and if the airport would be able to receive2 7#d7 in paragraph 7#e71 by striking regulations and inserting requirements2 7#e7 by inserting after paragraph 7#f7 the following3 7#g7 categorized airport means a nonprimary airport that has an identified role in the ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems4 2 7#f7 in paragraph 7#i71 as redesignated1 by striking public and inserting public-use2 7#g7 by inserting after paragraph 7#aj71 as redesignated1 the following3 7#aa7 joint use airport means an airport owned by the ,department of ,defense1 at which both military and civilian aircraft make shared use of the airfield4 2 7#h7 in paragraph 7#bd71 as redesignated1 by amending subparagraph 7,b77i7 to read as follows3 7i7 determined by the ,secretary to have at least-- 7,i7 #ajj based aircraft that are currently registered with the ,federal ,aviation ,administration under chapter #dde of this title2 and 7,,ii7 #a based jet aircraft that is currently registered with the ,federal ,aviation ,administration where1 for the purposes of this clause1 based means the aircraft or jet aircraft overnights at the airport for the greater part of the year2 or 2 and 7#i7 by adding at the end the following3 7#ca7 unclassified airport means a nonprimary airport that is included in the ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems that is not categorized by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration in the most current report entitled ,general ,aviation ,airports3 ,a ,national ,asset4 4 #abag4 ,clarification of noise exposure map updates ,section #dgejc7;b7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking a change in the operation of the airport would establish and inserting there is a change in the operation of the airport that would establish2 and 7#b7 by inserting after reduction the following3 if the change has occurred during the longer of-- 7#a7 the noise exposure map period forecast by the airport operator under subsection 7a72 or 7#b7 the implementation timeframe of the operator's noise compatibility program 4 #abah4 ,provision of facilities ,section #ddejb is amended by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,airport space 7#a7 ,restriction ,the ,administrator may not require an airport owner or sponsor 7as defined in section #dgajb7 to provide to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration without cost any of the following3 7,a7 ,building construction1 maintenance1 utilities1 or expenses for services relating to air traffic control1 air navigation1 or weather reporting4 7,b7 ,space in a facility owned by the airport owner or sponsor for services relating to air traffic control1 air navigation1 or weather reporting4 7#b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection may be construed to affect-- 7,a7 any agreement the ,secretary may have or make with an airport owner or sponsor for the airport owner or sponsor to provide any of the items described in subparagraph 7,a7 or subparagraph 7,b7 of paragraph 7#a7 at below-market rates2 or 7,b7 any grant assurance that requires an airport owner or sponsor to provide land to the ,administration without cost for an air traffic control facility4 4 #abai4 ,contract weather observers 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report-- 7#a7 which includes public and stakeholder input1 and examines all safety risks1 hazard effects1 efficiency and operational effects on airports1 airlines1 and other stakeholders that could result from loss of contract weather observer service at the #eg airports targeted for the loss of this service2 7#b7 detailing how the ,federal ,aviation ,administration will accurately report rapidly changing severe weather conditions at these airports1 including thunderstorms1 lightning1 fog1 visibility1 smoke1 dust1 haze1 cloud layers and ceilings1 ice pellets1 and freezing rain or drizzle without contract weather observers2 7#c7 indicating how airports can comply with applicable ,federal ,aviation ,administration orders governing weather observations given the current documented limitations of automated surface observing systems2 and 7#d7 identifying the process through which the ,federal ,aviation ,administration analyzed the safety hazards associated with the elimination of the contract weather observer program4 7b7 ,continued use of contract weather observers ,the ,administrator may not discontinue the contract weather observer program at any airport until ,october #a1 #bjag4 7c7 ,report on golden triangle initiative of ,,noaa 7#a7 ,report required ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration and the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall jointly submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the ,golden ,triangle ,initiative of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration4 7#b7 ,elements ,the report shall include the following3 7,a7 ,an assessment of the impacts of enhanced aviation forecast services provided as part of the ,golden ,triangle ,initiative on weather-related air traffic delays4 7,b7 ,a description of the costs of providing such enhanced aviation forecast services4 7,c7 ,a description of potential alternative mechanisms to provide enhanced aviation forecast services comparable to such enhanced aviation forecast services for airports in rural or low population density areas4 #abbj4 ,federal share adjustment ,section #dgaji7;a77#e7 is amended to read as follows3 7#e7 #ie percent for a project at an airport for which the ,united ,states ,government's share would otherwise be capped at #ij percent under paragraph 7#b7 or paragraph 7#c7 if the ,administrator determines that the project is a successive phase of a multi-phased construction project for which the sponsor received a grant in fiscal year #bjaa or earlier4 4 #abba4 ,miscellaneous technical amendments 7a7 ,airport security program ,section #dgacg is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a71 by striking ,transportation and inserting ,homeland ,security2 7#b7 in subsection 7e71 by striking ,homeland ,security and inserting ,transportation2 and 7#c7 in subsection 7g71 by inserting 8of ,transportation0 after ,secretary the first place it appears4 7b7 ,section #eaf property conveyance releases ,section #hag7;a7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgabe note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking or section #bc and inserting 1 section #bc2 and 7#b7 by inserting before the period at the end the following3 1 or section #dgabe of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #abbb4 ,mothers' rooms at airports 7a7 ,lactation area defined ,section #dgajb1 as amended by section #abaf of this ,act1 is further amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#ab7 through 7#ca7 as paragraphs 7#ac7 through 7#cb71 respectively2 and 7#b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#aa7 the following3 7#ab7 lactation area means a room or other location in a commercial service airport that-- 7,a7 provides a location for members of the public to express breast milk that is shielded from view and free from intrusion from the public2 7,b7 has a door that can be locked2 7,c7 includes a place to sit1 a table or other flat surface1 and an electrical outlet2 7,d7 is readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities1 including individuals who use wheelchairs2 and 7,e7 is not located in a restroom4 4 7b7 ,project grants written assurances for large and medium hub airports 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dgajg7;a7 is amended-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#bj71 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#ba71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#bb7 with respect to a medium or large hub airport1 the airport owner or operator will maintain a lactation area in each passenger terminal building of the airport in the sterile area 7as defined in section #aedj4e of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 of the building4 4 7#b7 ,applicability 7,a7 ,in general ,the amendment made by paragraph 7#a7 shall apply to a project grant application submitted for a fiscal year beginning on or after the date that is #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7,b7 ,special rule ,the requirement in the amendments made by paragraph 7#a7 that a lactation area be located in the sterile area of a passenger terminal building shall not apply with respect to a project grant application for a period of time1 determined by the ,secretary of ,transportation1 if the ,secretary determines that construction or maintenance activities make it impracticable or unsafe for the lactation area to be located in the sterile area of the building4 7c7 ,terminal development costs ,section #dgaai7;a7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 ,lactation areas ,in addition to the projects described in paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary may approve a project for terminal development for the construction or installation of a lactation area at a commercial service airport4 4 7d7 ,pre-existing facilities ,on application by an airport sponsor1 the ,secretary of ,transportation may determine that a lactation area in existence on the date of enactment of this ,act complies with the requirement of paragraph 7#bb7 of section #dgajg7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by subsection 7b71 notwithstanding the absence of one of the facilities or characteristics referred to in the definition of the term lactation area in paragraph 7#ab7 of section #dgajb of such title1 as added by subsection 7a74 #abbc4 ,eligibility for airport development grants at airports that enter into certain leases with components of the ,armed ,forces ,section #dgajg1 as amended by section #abjh of this ,act1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7t7 ,airports that enter into certain leases with the ,armed ,forces ,the ,secretary of ,transportation may not disapprove a project grant application under this subchapter for an airport development project at an airport solely because the airport renews a lease for the use1 at a nominal rate1 of airport property by a regular or reserve component of the ,armed ,forces1 including the ,national ,guard1 without regard to whether that component operates aircraft at the airport4 4 #abbd4 ,clarification of definition of aviation-related activity for hangar use ,section #dgajg1 as amended by section #abbc of this ,act1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7u7 ,construction of recreational aircraft 7#a7 ,in general ,the construction of a covered aircraft shall be treated as an aeronautical activity for purposes of-- 7,a7 determining an airport's compliance with a grant assurance made under this section or any other provision of law2 and 7,b7 the receipt of ,federal financial assistance for airport development4 7#b7 ,covered aircraft defined ,in this subsection1 the term covered aircraft means an aircraft-- 7,a7 used or intended to be used exclusively for recreational purposes2 and 7,b7 constructed or under construction1 repair1 or restoration by a private individual at a general aviation airport4 4 #abbe4 ,use of airport improvement program funds for runway safety repairs 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dga1 as amended by this subtitle1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #dgadd4 ,use of funds for repairs for runway safety repairs 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,transportation may make project grants under this subchapter to an airport described in subsection 7b7 from funds under section #dgaad apportioned to that airport or funds available for discretionary grants to that airport under section #dgaae to conduct airport development to repair the runway safety area of the airport damaged as a result of a natural disaster in order to maintain compliance with the regulations of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration relating to runway safety areas1 without regard to whether construction of the runway safety area damaged was carried out using amounts the airport received under this subchapter4 7b7 ,airports described ,an airport is described in this subsection if-- 7#a7 the airport is a public-use airport2 7#b7 the airport is listed in the ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 7#c7 the runway safety area of the airport was damaged as a result of a natural disaster2 7#d7 the airport was denied funding under the ,robert ,t4 ,stafford ,disaster ,relief and ,emergency ,assistance ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daba et seq47 with respect to the disaster2 7#e7 the operator of the airport has exhausted all legal remedies1 including legal action against any parties 7or insurers thereof7 whose action or inaction may have contributed to the need for the repair of the runway safety area2 7#f7 there is still a demonstrated need for the runway safety area to accommodate current or imminent aeronautical demand2 and 7#g7 the cost of repairing or replacing the runway safety area is reasonable in relation to the anticipated operational benefit of repairing the runway safety area1 as determined by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,the table of contents for chapter #dga1 as amended by this subtitle1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dgadc the following3 #dgadd4 ,use of funds for repairs for runway safety repairs4 4 #abbf4 ,definition of small business concern ,section #dgaac7;a77#a7 is amended to read as follows3 7#a7 small business concern-- 7,a7 except as provided in subparagraph 7,b71 has the same meaning given that term in section #c of the ,small ,business ,act 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #fcb72 and 7,b7 in the case of a concern in the construction industry1 a concern shall be considered a small business concern if the concern meets the size standard for the ,north ,american ,industry ,classification ,system ,code #bcgcaj1 as adjusted by the ,small ,business ,administration2 4 ,c ,passenger facility charges #acja4 ,,pfc streamlining 7a7 ,passenger facility charges2 general authority ,section #djaag7;b77#d7 is amended-- 7#a7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a71 by striking 1 if the ,secretary finds-- and inserting a period2 and 7#b7 by striking subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b74 7b7 ,pilot program for passenger facility charge authorizations at nonhub airports ,section #djaag7l7 is amended-- 7#a7 in the heading by striking nonhub and inserting certain2 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking #8#8nonhub'' and inserting #8#8nonhub1 small hub1 medium hub1 and large hub''4 #acjb4 ,intermodal access projects ,section #djaag is amended by adding at the end the following3 7n7 ,,pfc eligibility for intermodal ground access projects 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may authorize a passenger facility charge imposed under subsection 7b77#a7 to be used to finance the eligible capital costs of an intermodal ground access project4 7#b7 ,definition of intermodal ground access project ,in this subsection1 the term intermodal ground access project means a project for constructing a local facility owned or operated by an eligible agency that-- 7,a7 is located on airport property2 and 7,b7 is directly and substantially related to the movement of passengers or property traveling in air transportation4 7#c7 ,eligible capital costs ,the eligible capital costs of an intermodal ground access project shall be the lesser of-- 7,a7 the total capital cost of the project multiplied by the ratio that the number of individuals projected to use the project to gain access to or depart from the airport bears to the total number of individuals projected to use the local facility2 or 7,b7 the total cost of the capital improvements that are located on airport property4 7#d7 ,determinations ,the ,secretary shall determine the projected use and cost of a project for purposes of paragraph 7#c7 at the time the project is approved under this subsection1 except that1 in the case of a project to be financed in part using funds administered by the ,federal ,transit ,administration1 the ,secretary shall use the travel forecasting model for the project at the time the project is approved by the ,federal ,transit ,administration to enter preliminary engineering to determine the projected use and cost of the project for purposes of paragraph 7#c74 7#e7 ,nonattainment areas ,for airport property1 any area of which is located in a nonattainment area 7as defined under section #aga of the ,clean ,air ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #geja77 for #a or more criteria pollutant1 the airport emissions reductions from less airport surface transportation and parking as a direct result of the development of an intermodal project on the airport property would be eligible for air quality emissions credits4 4 #acjc4 ,use of revenue at a previously associated airport ,section #djaag1 as amended by section #acjb of this ,act1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7o7 ,use of revenues at a previously associated airport ,notwithstanding the requirements relating to airport control under subsection 7b77#a71 the ,secretary may authorize use of a passenger facility charge under subsection 7b7 to finance an eligible airport-related project if-- 7#a7 the eligible agency seeking to impose the new charge controls an airport where a #b4jj passenger facility charge became effective on ,january #a1 #bjac2 and 7#b7 the location of the project to be financed by the new charge is at an airport that was under the control of the same eligible agency that had controlled the airport described in paragraph 7#a74 4 #acjd4 ,future aviation infrastructure and financing study 7a7 ,future aviation infrastructure and financing study ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall enter into an agreement with the ,transportation ,research ,board of the ,national ,academies to conduct a study and make recommendations on the actions needed to upgrade and restore the national aviation infrastructure system to its role as a premier system that meets the growing and shifting demands of the #bast century1 including airport infrastructure needs and existing financial resources for commercial service airports4 7b7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the study1 the ,transportation ,research ,board shall convene and consult with a panel of national experts1 including-- 7#a7 nonhub airports2 7#b7 small hub airports2 7#c7 medium hub airports2 7#d7 large hub airports2 7#e7 airports with international service2 7#f7 non-primary airports2 7#g7 local elected officials2 7#h7 relevant labor organizations2 7#i7 passengers2 7#aj7 air carriers2 and 7#aa7 representatives of the tourism industry4 7c7 ,considerations ,in carrying out the study1 the ,transportation ,research ,board shall consider-- 7#a7 the ability of airport infrastructure to meet current and projected passenger volumes2 7#b7 the available financial tools and resources for airports of different sizes2 7#c7 the current debt held by airports1 and its impact on future construction and capacity needs2 7#d7 the impact of capacity constraints on passengers and ticket prices2 7#e7 the purchasing power of the passenger facility charge from the last increase in #bjjj to the year of enactment of this ,act2 7#f7 the impact to passengers and airports of indexing the passenger facility charge for inflation2 7#g7 how long airports are constrained with current passenger facility charge collections2 7#h7 the impact of passenger facility charges to promote competition2 7#i7 the additional resources or options to fund terminal construction projects2 7#aj7 the resources eligible for use toward noise reduction and emission reduction projects2 7#aa7 the gap between ,,aip-eligible projects and the annual ,federal funding provided2 7#ab7 the impact of regulatory requirements on airport infrastructure financing needs2 7#ac7 airline competition2 7#ad7 airline ancillary fees and their impact on ticket pricing and taxable revenue2 and 7#ae7 the ability of airports to finance necessary safety1 security1 capacity1 and environmental projects identified in capital improvement plans4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #ae months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,transportation ,research ,board shall submit to the ,secretary and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on its findings and recommendations4 7e7 ,funding ,the ,secretary is authorized to use such sums as are necessary to carry out the requirements of this section4 ,,ii ,safety ,a ,unmanned aircraft systems reform #bjja4 ,definitions 7a7 ,in general ,unless expressly provided otherwise1 the terms used in this subtitle have the meanings given the terms in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by section #baba of this ,act4 7b7 ,definition of civil aircraft ,the term civil aircraft has the meaning given the term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 ,i ,privacy and transparency #baja4 ,unmanned aircraft systems privacy policy ,it is the policy of the ,united ,states that the operation of any unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system shall be carried out in a manner that respects and protects personal privacy consistent with the ,united ,states ,constitution and ,federal1 ,state1 and local law4 #bajb4 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 each person that uses an unmanned aircraft system for compensation or hire1 or in the furtherance of a business enterprise1 except for news gathering1 should have a written privacy policy consistent with section #baja that is appropriate to the nature and scope of the activities regarding the collection1 use1 retention1 dissemination1 and deletion of any data collected during the operation of an unmanned aircraft system2 7#b7 each privacy policy described in paragraph 7#a7 should be periodically reviewed and updated as necessary2 and 7#c7 each privacy policy described in paragraph 7#a7 should be publicly available4 #bajc4 ,federal ,trade ,commission authority ,a violation of a privacy policy by a person that uses an unmanned aircraft system for compensation or hire1 or in the furtherance of a business enterprise1 in the national airspace system shall be an unfair and deceptive practice in violation of section #e7;a7 of the ,federal ,trade ,commission ,act 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #de7;a774 #bajd4 ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration multi-stakeholder process ,not later than ,july #ca1 #bjaf1 the ,administrator of the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the industry privacy best practices developed through the multi-stakeholder engagement process 7established under ,presidential ,memorandum of ,february #ae1 #bjae 7#hj ,fed4 ,reg4 #icee77 on unmanned aircraft systems transparency and accountability4 ,in addition to the agreed upon best practices1 this report shall include relevant stakeholder recommendations for legislative or regulatory action regarding privacy1 accountability1 and transparency1 including ways to encourage the adoption of privacy policies by companies that use unmanned aircraft systems for compensation or hire1 or in the furtherance of a business enterprise4 ,the report shall take into account existing rights protected under the ,first ,amendment to the ,united ,states ,constitution in public spaces and the ,first ,amendment rights of journalists to control their archives4 #baje4 ,identification standards 7a7 ,in general ,the ,director of the ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology1 in collaboration with the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 and in consultation with the ,secretary of ,transportation1 the ,president of ,,rtca1 ,inc41 and the ,administrator of the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration1 shall convene industry stakeholders to facilitate the development of consensus standards for remotely identifying operators and owners of unmanned aircraft systems and associated unmanned aircraft4 7b7 ,considerations ,as part of the standards developed under subsection 7a71 the ,director shall consider-- 7#a7 requirements for remote identification of unmanned aircraft systems2 7#b7 appropriate requirements for different classifications of unmanned aircraft systems operations1 including public and civil2 7#c7 the role of manufacturers1 the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 and the owners of the systems described in paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 in reporting and verifying identification data2 and 7#d7 the feasibility of the development and operation of a publicly searchable online database to further enable the immediate remote identification of any unmanned aircraft and its operator by the general public and potential exceptions to inclusion in the online database4 7c7 ,deadline ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,director shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the consensus identification standards4 7d7 ,guidance ,not later than #a year after the date that the ,director submits the report on the consensus identification standards under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall issue regulatory guidance based on the consensus identification standards4 #bajf4 ,commercial and governmental operators 7a7 ,in general ,except for model aircraft under section #ddhjh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 in authorizing the operation of any public unmanned aircraft system or the operation of any unmanned aircraft system by a person conducting civil aircraft operations1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 to the extent practicable and consistent with applicable law and without compromising national security1 homeland defense1 or law enforcement1 shall make the identifying information in subsection 7b7 available to the public via an easily searchable online database4 ,the ,administrator shall place a clear and conspicuous link to the database on the home page of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's website4 7b7 ,contents ,the database described in subsection 7a7 shall contain the following3 7#a7 ,the name of each individual1 or agency1 as applicable1 authorized to conduct civil or public unmanned aircraft systems operations described in subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,the name of each owner of an unmanned aircraft system described in paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,the expiration date of any authorization related to a person identified in paragraph 7#a7 or paragraph 7#b74 7#d7 ,the contact information for each person identified in paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b71 including a telephone number and an electronic mail address1 in accordance with applicable privacy laws4 7#e7 ,the tail number or specific identification number of all unmanned aircraft authorized for use that links each unmanned aircraft to the owner of that aircraft4 7#f7 ,for any unmanned aircraft system that will collect personally identifiable information about individuals1 including the use of facial recognition-- 7,a7 the circumstance under which the system will be used2 7,b7 the specific kinds of personally identifiable information that the system will collect about individuals2 and 7,c7 how the information referred to in subparagraph 7,b71 and the conclusions drawn from such information1 will be used1 disclosed1 and otherwise handled1 including-- 7i7 how the collection or retention of such information that is unrelated to the specific use will be minimized2 7ii7 under what circumstances such information might be sold1 leased1 or otherwise provided to third parties2 7iii7 the period during which such information will be retained2 7iv7 when and how such information1 including information no longer relevant to the specified use1 will be destroyed2 and 7v7 steps that will be used to protect against the unauthorized disclosure of any information or data1 such as the use of encryption methods and other security features4 7#g7 ,with respect to public unmanned aircraft systems-- 7,a7 the locations where the unmanned aircraft system will operate2 7,b7 the time during which the unmanned aircraft system will operate2 7,c7 the general purpose of the flight2 and 7,d7 the technical capabilities that the unmanned aircraft system possesses4 7c7 ,records ,each person described in subsection 7b77#a71 to the extent practicable without compromising national security1 homeland defense1 or law enforcement shall maintain and make available to the ,administrator for not less than #a year a record of the name and contact information of each person on whose behalf the unmanned aircraft system has been operated4 7d7 ,deadline ,the ,administrator shall make the database available not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7e7 ,termination ,the ,administrator may cease the operation of such database on ,september #cj1 #bjag4 #bajg4 ,analysis of current remedies under ,federal1 ,state1 and local jurisdictions ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall conduct and submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a review of the privacy issues and concerns associated with the operation of unmanned aircraft systems in the national airspace system that-- 7#a7 examines and identifies the existing ,federal1 ,state1 or local laws1 including constitutional law1 that address an individual's personal privacy2 7#b7 identifies specific issues and concerns that may limit the availability of existing civil or criminal legal remedies regarding inappropriate operation of unmanned aircraft systems in the national airspace system2 7#c7 identifies any deficiencies in current ,federal1 ,state1 or local privacy protections2 and 7#d7 recommends legislative or other actions to address the limitations and deficiencies identified in paragraphs 7#b7 and 7#c74 ,,ii ,unmanned aircraft systems #baba4 ,definitions 7a7 ,in general ,part ,a of subtitle ,,vii is amended by inserting after chapter #ddg the following3 #ddh ,unmanned aircraft systems ,sec4#ddhja4 ,definitions4 #ddhja4 ,definitions ,in this chapter-- 7#a7 appropriate committees of ,congress means the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives4 7#b7 ,arctic means the ,united ,states zone of the ,chukchi ,sea1 ,beaufort ,sea1 and ,bering ,sea north of the ,aleutian chain4 7#c7 certificate of waiver and certificate of authorization mean a ,federal ,aviation ,administration grant of approval for a specific flight operation4 7#d7 permanent areas means areas on land or water that provide for launch1 recovery1 and operation of small unmanned aircraft4 7#e7 public unmanned aircraft system means an unmanned aircraft system that meets the qualifications and conditions required for operation of a public aircraft 7as defined in section #djajb7;a774 7#f7 sense and avoid capability means the capability of an unmanned aircraft to remain a safe distance from and to avoid collisions with other airborne aircraft4 7#g7 small unmanned aircraft means an unmanned aircraft weighing less than #ee pounds1 including the weight of anything attached to or carried by the aircraft4 7#h7 test range means a defined geographic area where research and development are conducted as authorized by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#i7 test site means any of the #f test ranges established by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration under section #ccb7;c7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note71 as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 and any public entity authorized by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration as an unmanned aircraft system flight test center before ,january #a1 #bjji4 7#aj7 unmanned aircraft means an aircraft that is operated without the possibility of direct human intervention from within or on the aircraft4 7#aa7 unmanned aircraft system means an unmanned aircraft and associated elements 7including communication links and the components that control the unmanned aircraft7 that are required for the operator to operate safely and efficiently in the national airspace system4 4 7b7 ,table of chapters ,the table of chapters for subtitle ,,vii is amended by inserting after the item relating to chapter #ddg the following3 #ddh4,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems#ddhja 4 #babb4 ,utilization of unmanned aircraft system test sites 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as designated by section #baba of this ,act1 is amended by inserting after section #ddhja the following3 #ddhjb4 ,unmanned aircraft system test sites 7a7 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish and update1 as appropriate1 a program for the use of the #f test sites established under section #ccb7;c7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note71 and any public entity authorized by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration as an unmanned aircraft system flight test center before ,january #a1 #bjji1 to facilitate the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,termination ,the program shall terminate on ,september #cj1 #bjbb4 7b7 ,program requirements ,in establishing the program under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 designate airspace for safely testing the integration of unmanned flight operations in the national airspace system2 7#b7 develop operational standards and air traffic requirements for unmanned flight operations at test sites1 including test ranges2 7#c7 coordinate with and leverage the resources of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration and the ,department of ,defense2 7#d7 address both civil and public unmanned aircraft systems2 7#e7 ensure that the program is coordinated with relevant aspects of the ,next ,generation ,air ,transportation ,system2 7#f7 provide for verification of the safety of unmanned aircraft systems and related navigation procedures as it relates to continued development of standards for integration into the national airspace system2 7#g7 engage each test site operator in projects for research1 development1 testing1 and evaluation of unmanned aircraft systems to facilitate the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's development of standards for the safe integration of unmanned aircraft into the national airspace system1 which may include solutions for-- 7,a7 developing and enforcing geographic and altitude limitations2 7,b7 classifications of airspace where manufacturers must prevent flight of an unmanned aircraft system2 7,c7 classifications of airspace where manufacturers of unmanned aircraft systems must alert the operator to hazards or limitations on flight2 7,d7 sense and avoid capabilities2 7,e7 beyond-line-of-sight1 nighttime operations and unmanned traffic management1 or other critical research priorities2 and 7,f7 improving privacy protections through the use of advances in unmanned aircraft systems technology2 7#h7 coordinate periodically with all test site operators to ensure test site operators know which data should be collected1 what procedures should be followed1 and what research would advance efforts to safely integrate unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system2 7#i7 allow a test site to develop multiple test ranges within the test site2 7#aj7 streamline the approval process for test sites when processing unmanned aircraft certificates of waiver or authorization for operations at the test sites2 7#aa7 require each test site operator to protect proprietary technology1 sensitive data1 or sensitive research of any civil or private entity when using that test site without the need to obtain an experimental or special airworthiness certificate2 7#ab7 evaluate options for the operation of #a or more small unmanned aircraft systems beyond the visual line of sight of the operator for testing under controlled conditions that ensure the safety of persons and property1 including on the ground2 and 7#ac7 allow test site operators to receive ,federal funding1 other than from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 including in-kind contributions1 from test site participants in the furtherance of research1 development1 and testing objectives4 7c7 ,test site locations ,in determining the location of a test site under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 take into consideration geographic and climatic diversity2 7#b7 take into consideration the location of ground infrastructure and research needs2 and 7#c7 consult with the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration and the ,secretary of ,defense4 7d7 ,report to ,congress 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the establishment and implementation of the program under subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,briefings ,beginning #ahj days after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 and every #ahj days thereafter until ,september #cj1 #bjag1 the ,administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing that includes-- 7,a7 a current summary of unmanned aircraft systems operations at the test sites since the last briefing to ,congress2 7,b7 a description of all of the data generated from the operations described in subparagraph 7,a71 and shared with the ,federal ,aviation ,administration through a cooperative research and development agreement authorized in section #babc of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 that relate to unmanned aircraft systems research priorities1 including beyond-line-of-sight1 unmanned traffic management1 nighttime operations1 and sense and avoid technology2 7,c7 a description of how the data described in subparagraph 7,b7 will be or is used-- 7i7 to advance ,federal ,aviation ,administration priorities2 7ii7 to validate the safety of unmanned aircraft systems and related technology2 and 7iii7 to inform future rulemaking related to the integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace2 7,d7 an evaluation of the activities and specific outcomes from activities at the test sites that support the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems under this chapter2 and 7,e7 recommendations for future ,federal ,aviation ,administration test site operations that would generate data necessary to inform future rulemaking related to unmanned aircraft systems4 7e7 ,review of operations by test site operators ,the operator of each test site under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 review the operations of unmanned aircraft systems conducted at the test site1 including-- 7,a7 ongoing or completed research2 and 7,b7 data regarding operations by private and public operators2 and 7#b7 submit to the ,administrator1 in such form and manner as specified by the ,administrator1 the results of the review1 including recommendations to further enable private research and development operations at the test sites that contribute to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system1 on a quarterly basis until the program terminates4 7f7 ,testing ,the ,secretary may authorize an operator of a test site described in subsection 7a7 to administer testing requirements established by the ,administrator for unmanned aircraft systems operations4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments 7#a7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as added by section #baba of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhja the following3 #ddhjb4 ,unmanned aircraft system test sites4 4 7#b7 ,pilot projects ,section #ccb of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended by striking subsection 7c74 #babc4 ,additional research1 development1 and testing 7a7 ,research plan ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and the ,united ,states ,unmanned ,aircraft ,system ,executive ,committee1 jointly1 and in coordination with industry1 users1 the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems1 and test site operators1 shall develop a research plan to identify ongoing research into the broad range of technical1 procedural1 and policy concerns arising from the integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system1 and research needs regarding those concerns4 ,in developing the plan1 the ,administrator shall determine and engage the appropriate entities to meet the research needs identified in the plan4 7b7 ,collaborative research and development agreements ,the ,administrator may use the other transaction authority under section #ajf7l77#f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and enter into collaborative research and development agreements1 to direct research related to unmanned aircraft systems1 including at any test site under section #ddhjb7;a7 of that title1 and in coordination with the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems4 7c7 ,use of ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,the ,administrator1 in carrying out research necessary to establish the consensus safety standards and certification requirements in section #ddhjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by section #babd1 shall1 to the maximum extent practicable1 leverage the research and testing capacity and capabilities of the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems and the test sites 7as defined in #ddhja of such title1 as added by section #baba74 #babd4 ,safety standards 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babb of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhjb the following3 #ddhjc4 ,aircraft safety standards 7a7 ,consensus aircraft safety standards ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,director of the ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology and the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in consultation with government and industry stakeholders and appropriate standards-setting organizations1 shall initiate a collaborative process to develop risk-based1 consensus industry airworthiness standards related to the safe integration of small unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7b7 ,considerations ,in developing the consensus aircraft safety standards1 the ,director and ,administrator shall consider the following3 7#a7 ,technologies or standards related to geographic limitations1 altitude limitations1 and sense and avoid capabilities4 7#b7 ,using performance-based standards4 7#c7 ,predetermined action to maintain safety in the event that a communications link between a small unmanned aircraft and its operator is lost or compromised4 7#d7 ,detectability and identifiability to pilots1 the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 and air traffic controllers1 as appropriate4 7#e7 ,means to prevent tampering with or modification of any system1 limitation1 or other safety mechanism or standard under this section or any other provision of law1 including a means to identify any tampering or modification that has been made4 7#f7 ,consensus identification standards under section #baje4 7#g7 ,how to update or modify a small unmanned aircraft system that was commercially distributed prior to the development of the consensus aircraft safety standards so that1 to the greatest extent practicable1 such systems meet the consensus aircraft safety standards4 7#h7 ,any technology or standard related to small unmanned aircraft systems that promotes aviation safety4 7c7 ,consultation ,in developing the consensus aircraft safety standards under subsection 7a71 the ,director and ,administrator shall consult with-- 7#a7 the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration2 7#b7 the ,president of ,,rtca1 ,inc42 7#c7 the ,secretary of ,defense2 7#d7 each operator of a test site under section #ddhjb2 7#e7 the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems2 7#f7 unmanned aircraft systems stakeholders2 and 7#g7 community-based aviation organizations4 7d7 ,,faa approval ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish a process for the approval of small unmanned aircraft systems make and models based upon the consensus aircraft safety standards developed under subsection 7a74 ,the consensus aircraft safety standards developed under subsection 7a7 shall allow the ,administrator to approve small unmanned aircraft systems for operation within the national airspace system without requiring the type certification process in parts #ba and #bc of the ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7e7 ,eligibility ,the consensus aircraft safety standards for approval of small unmanned aircraft systems developed under this section shall set eligibility requirements for an airworthiness approval of a small unmanned aircraft system which shall include the following3 7#a7 ,an applicant must provide the ,federal ,aviation ,administration with-- 7,a7 the aircraft's operating instructions2 and 7,b7 the manufacturer's statement of compliance as described in subsection 7f7 of this section4 7#b7 ,a sample aircraft must be inspected by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and found to be in a condition for safe operation and in compliance with the consensus aircraft safety standards required by the ,administrator in subsection 7d74 7f7 ,manufacturer's statement of compliance for small ,,uas ,the manufacturer's statement of compliance shall-- 7#a7 identify the aircraft make and model1 and consensus aircraft safety standard used2 7#b7 state that the aircraft make and model meets the provisions of the standard identified in paragraph 7#a72 7#c7 state that the aircraft make and model conforms to the manufacturer's design data1 using the manufacturer's quality assurance system that meets the identified consensus standard adopted by the ,administrator in subsection 7d71 and is manufactured in way that ensures consistency in the production process so that every unit produced meets the applicable consensus aircraft safety standards2 7#d7 state that the manufacturer will make available to any interested person-- 7,a7 the aircraft's operating instructions1 that meet the standard identified in paragraph 7#a72 and 7,b7 the aircraft's maintenance and inspection procedures1 that meet the standard identified in paragraph 7#a72 7#e7 state that the manufacturer will monitor and correct safety-of-flight issues through a continued airworthiness system that meets the standard identified in paragraph 7#a72 7#f7 state that at the request of the ,administration1 the manufacturer will provide access by the ,administration to its facilities2 and 7#g7 state that the manufacturer1 in accordance with a production acceptance test procedure that meets an applicable consensus aircraft safety standard has-- 7,a7 ground and flight tested random samples of the aircraft2 7,b7 found the sample aircraft performance acceptable2 and 7,c7 determined that the make and model of aircraft is suitable for safe operation4 7g7 ,prohibition ,it shall be unlawful for any person to introduce or deliver for introduction into interstate commerce any unmanned aircraft manufactured after the date that the ,administrator adopts consensus aircraft safety standards under this section1 unless the manufacturer has received approval under subsection 7d7 for each make and model4 4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babb of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhjb the following3 #ddhjc4 ,aircraft safety standards4 4 #babe4 ,unmanned aircraft systems in the ,arctic 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babd of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhjc the following3 #ddhjd4 ,unmanned aircraft systems in the ,arctic 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall develop a plan and initiate a process to work with relevant ,federal agencies and national and international communities to designate permanent areas in the ,arctic where small unmanned aircraft may operate #bd hours per day for research and commercial purposes4 7b7 ,plan contents ,the plan under subsection 7a7 shall include the development of processes to facilitate the safe operation of unmanned aircraft beyond line of sight4 7c7 ,requirements ,each permanent area designated under subsection 7a7 shall enable over-water flights from the surface to at least #b1jjj feet in altitude1 with ingress and egress routes from selected coastal launch sites4 7d7 ,agreements ,to implement the plan under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary may enter into an agreement with relevant national and international communities4 7e7 ,aircraft approval ,not later than #a year after the entry into force of an agreement necessary to effectuate the purposes of this section1 the ,secretary shall work with relevant national and international communities to establish and implement a process1 or may apply an applicable process already established1 for approving the use of unmanned aircraft in the designated permanent areas in the ,arctic without regard to whether an unmanned aircraft is used as a public aircraft1 a civil aircraft1 or a model aircraft4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments 7#a7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babd of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhjc the following3 #ddhjd4 ,unmanned aircraft systems in the ,arctic4 4 7#b7 ,expanding use of unmanned aircraft systems in ,arctic ,section #ccb of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended by striking subsection 7d74 #babf4 ,special authority for certain unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babe of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhjd the following3 #ddhje4 ,special authority for certain unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other requirement of this chapter1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall use a risk-based approach to determine if certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national airspace system notwithstanding completion of the comprehensive plan and rulemaking required by section #ccb of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 or the guidance required by section #ddhjg4 7b7 ,assessment of ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,in making the determination under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall determine1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 which types of unmanned aircraft systems1 if any1 as a result of their size1 weight1 speed1 operational capability1 proximity to airports and populated areas1 and operation within or beyond visual line of sight1 or operation during the day or night1 do not create a hazard to users of the national airspace system or the public2 and 7#b7 whether a certificate under section #ddgjc or section #ddgjd of this title1 or a certificate of waiver or certificate of authorization1 is required for the operation of unmanned aircraft systems identified under paragraph 7#a7 of this subsection4 7c7 ,requirements for safe operation ,if the ,secretary determines under this section that certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national airspace system1 the ,secretary shall establish requirements for the safe operation of such aircraft systems in the national airspace system1 including operation related to research1 development1 and testing of proprietary systems4 7d7 ,pilot certification exemption ,if the ,secretary proposes1 under this section1 to require an operator of an unmanned aircraft system to hold an airman certificate1 a medical certificate1 or to have a minimum number of hours operating a manned aircraft1 the ,secretary shall set forth the reasoning for such proposal and seek public notice and comment before imposing any such requirements4 7e7 ,sunset ,the authority under this section for the ,secretary to determine if certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in the national airspace system terminates effective ,september #cj1 #bjag4 7f7 ,operation by owners and operators of critical infrastructure 7#a7 ,in general ,any application process established under subsection 7a7 shall allow for a covered person to apply to the ,administrator to operate an unmanned aircraft system to conduct activities described in paragraph 7#b7-- 7,a7 beyond the visual line of sight of the individual operating the unmanned aircraft system2 and 7,b7 operation during the day or at night4 7#b7 ,activities described ,the activities described in this paragraph that a covered person may use an unmanned aircraft system to conduct are the following3 7,a7 ,activities for which compliance with current law or regulation can be accomplished by the use of manned aircraft1 including-- 7i7 conducting activities to ensure compliance with ,federal or ,state regulatory1 permit1 or other requirements1 including to conduct surveys associated with applications for permits for new pipeline or pipeline systems construction or maintenance or rehabilitation of existing pipelines or pipeline systems2 or 7ii7 conducting activities relating to ensuring compliance with-- 7,i7 the requirements of part #aib or #aie of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 or 7,,ii7 any ,federal1 ,state1 or local governmental or regulatory body or industry best practice pertaining to the construction1 ownership1 operation1 maintenance1 repair1 or replacement of covered facilities4 7,b7 ,activities to inspect1 repair1 construct1 maintain1 or protect covered facilities1 including to respond to a pipeline1 pipeline system1 or electric energy infrastructure incident1 or in response to or in preparation for a natural disaster1 man-made disaster1 severe weather event1 or other incident beyond the control of the covered person that may cause material damage to a covered facility4 7#c7 ,definitions ,in this subsection3 7,a7 ,covered facility ,the term covered facility means a pipeline1 pipeline system1 electric energy generation1 transmission1 or distribution facility 7including renewable electric energy71 oil or gas production1 refining1 or processing facility1 or other critical infrastructure4 7,b7 ,covered person ,the term covered person means a person that-- 7i7 owns or operates a covered facility2 7ii7 is the sponsor of a covered facility project2 7iii7 is an association of persons described by clause 7i7 or 7ii7 and is seeking programmatic approval for an activity in accordance with this subsection2 or 7iv7 is an agent of any person described in clause 7i71 7ii71 or 7iii74 7,c7 ,critical infrastructure ,the term critical infrastructure has the meaning given that term in section #bcci;,d of title #ah4 7#d7 ,deadline ,within #ij days from the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization of #bjaf the ,administrator must certify to the appropriate committees of ,congress that a process has been established to facilitate applications for operations provided for under this subsection4 ,if the ,administrator cannot provide this certification1 the ,administrator1 within #ahj days of from the due date of that certification1 shall update the process under 7a7 to provide for such applications4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments 7#a7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babe of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhjd the following3 #ddhje4 ,special rules for certain unmanned aircraft systems4 4 7#b7 ,special rules for certain unmanned aircraft systems ,section #ccc of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 and the item relating to that section in the table of contents under section #a7;b7 of that ,act 7#abf ,stat4 #ac7 are repealed4 #babg4 ,additional rulemaking authority 7a7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 beyond visual line of sight and nighttime operations of unmanned aircraft systems have tremendous potential-- 7,a7 to enhance research and development both commercially and in academics2 7,b7 to spur economic growth and development through innovative applications of this emerging technology2 and 7,c7 to improve emergency response efforts as it relates to assessing damage to critical infrastructure such as roads1 bridges1 and utilities1 including water and power1 ultimately speeding response time2 7#b7 advancements in miniaturization of safety technologies1 including for aircraft weighing under #d4d pounds1 have increased economic opportunities for using unmanned aircraft systems while reducing kinetic energy and risk compared to unmanned aircraft that may weigh as much as #ee pounds2 7#c7 advancements in unmanned technology will have the capacity to ultimately improve manned aircraft safety2 and 7#d7 integrating unmanned aircraft systems safely into the national airspace1 including beyond visual line of sight and nighttime operations on a routine basis should remain a top priority for the ,federal ,aviation ,administration as it pursues additional rulemakings under the amendments made by this section4 7b7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babf of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhje the following3 #ddhjf4 ,additional rulemaking authority 7a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding the rulemaking required by section #ccb of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 or the guidance required by section #ddhjg of this title and subject to subsection 7b77#b7 of this section and section #ddhjh1 the ,administrator may issue regulations under which a person may operate certain unmanned aircraft systems 7as determined by the ,administrator7 in the ,united ,states-- 7#a7 without an airman certificate2 7#b7 without an airworthiness certificate for the associated unmanned aircraft2 or 7#c7 that are not registered with the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7b7 ,micro unmanned aircraft systems operational rules 7#a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding the rulemaking required by section #ccb of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note71 the ,administrator shall issue regulations not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf under which any person may operate a micro unmanned aircraft system classification of unmanned aircraft systems1 the aircraft component of which weighs #d4d pounds or less1 including payload1 without the person operating the system being required to pass any airman certification requirement1 including any requirements under section #ddgjc of this title1 part #fa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or any other rule or regulation relating to airman certification4 7#b7 ,operational rules ,the rulemaking required by paragraph 7#a7 relating to micro unmanned aircraft systems shall consider the following rules1 or any appropriate modifications thereof concerning altitude1 airspeed1 geographic location1 and time of day as the ,administrator considers appropriate1 for operation of such systems3 7,a7 ,operation an altitude of less than #djj feet above ground level4 7,b7 ,operation with an airspeed of not greater than #dj knots4 7,c7 ,operation within the visual line of sight of the operator4 7,d7 ,operation during the hours between sunrise and sunset4 7,e7 ,operation not less than #e statute miles from the geographic center of an airport with an operational air traffic control tower or an airport denoted on a current aeronautical chart published by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 except that a micro unmanned aircraft system may be operated within #e statute miles of such an airport if the operator of the system-- 7i7 provides notice to the airport operator2 and 7ii7 in the case of an airport with an operational air traffic control tower1 receives approval from the air traffic control tower4 7c7 ,scope of regulations 7#a7 ,in general ,in determining whether a person may operate an unmanned aircraft system under #a or more of the circumstances described under paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 of subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall use a risk-based approach and consider1 at a minimum1 the physical and functional characteristics of the unmanned aircraft system4 7#b7 ,limitation ,the ,administrator may only issue regulations under this section for unmanned aircraft systems that the ,administrator determines may be operated safely in the national airspace system4 7d7 ,rules of construction ,nothing in this section may be construed-- 7#a7 to prohibit a person from operating an unmanned aircraft system under a circumstance described under paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 of subsection 7a7 if-- 7,a7 the circumstance is allowed by regulations issued under this section2 and 7,b7 the person operates the unmanned aircraft system in a manner prescribed by the regulations2 and 7#b7 to limit or affect in any way the ,administrator's authority to conduct a rulemaking1 make a determination1 or carry out any activity related to unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft systems under any other provision of law4 4 7c7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babf of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhje the following3 #ddhjf4 ,additional rulemaking authority4 4 #babh4 ,governmental unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babg of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhjf the following3 #ddhjg4 ,public unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,guidance ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall issue guidance regarding the operation of a public unmanned aircraft system-- 7#a7 to streamline the process for the issuance of a certificate of authorization or a certificate of waiver2 7#b7 to provide for a collaborative process with public agencies to allow for an incremental expansion of access to the national airspace system as technology matures and the necessary safety analyses and data become available1 and until standards are completed and technology issues are resolved2 7#c7 to facilitate the capability of public agencies to develop and use test ranges1 subject to operating restrictions required by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 to test and operate public unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7#d7 to provide guidance on a public agency's responsibilities when operating an unmanned aircraft without a civil airworthiness certificate issued by the ,administration4 7b7 ,standards for operation and certification ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall develop and implement operational and certification requirements for the operation of a public unmanned aircraft system in the national airspace system4 7c7 ,agreements with government agencies 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall enter into an agreement with each appropriate public agency to simplify the process for issuing a certificate of waiver or a certificate of authorization with respect to an application for authorization to operate a public unmanned aircraft system in the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,contents ,an agreement under paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 with respect to an application described in paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 provide for an expedited review of the application2 7ii7 require a decision by the ,administrator on approval or disapproval not later than #fj business days after the date of submission of the application2 7iii7 allow for an expedited appeal if the application is disapproved2 and 7iv7 if applicable1 include verification of the data minimization policy required under subsection 7d72 7,b7 allow for a one-time approval of similar operations carried out during a fixed period of time2 and 7,c7 allow a government public safety agency to operate an unmanned aircraft weighing #be pounds or less if that unmanned aircraft is operated-- 7i7 within or beyond the line of sight of the operator2 7ii7 less than #djj feet above the ground2 7iii7 during daylight conditions2 7iv7 within ,class ,g airspace2 and 7v7 outside of #e statute miles from any airport1 heliport1 seaplane base1 spaceport1 or other location with aviation activities4 7d7 ,data minimization for certain public unmanned aircraft system operators ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf each ,federal agency authorized by the ,secretary to operate an unmanned aircraft system shall develop and update a data minimization policy that requires1 at a minimum1 that-- 7#a7 prior to the deployment of any new unmanned aircraft system technology1 and at least every #c years1 existing policies and procedures relating to the collection1 use1 retention1 and dissemination of information obtained by an unmanned aircraft system must be examined to ensure that privacy1 civil rights1 and civil liberties are protected2 7#b7 if the unmanned aircraft system is the platform for information collection1 information must be collected1 used1 retained1 and disseminated consistent with the ,constitution1 ,federal law1 and other applicable regulations and policies1 such as the ,privacy ,act of #aigd 7#e ,u4,s4,c4 #eeb;a72 7#c7 the ,federal agency or person operating on its behalf1 only collect information using the unmanned aircraft system1 or use unmanned aircraft system-collected information1 to the extent that the collection or use is consistent with and relevant to an authorized purpose as determined by the head of a ,federal agency and consistent with the law2 7#d7 any information collected1 using an unmanned aircraft or an unmanned aircraft system1 that may contain personal information will not be retained by any ,federal agency for more than #ahj days after the date of collection unless-- 7,a7 the head of the ,federal agency determines that retention of the information is directly relevant and necessary to accomplish the specific purpose for which the ,federal agency used the unmanned aircraft system2 7,b7 that ,federal agency maintains the information in a system of records under section #eeb;a of title #e2 or 7,c7 the information is required to be retained for a longer period under other applicable law1 including regulations2 7#e7 any information collected1 using an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system1 that is not maintained in a system of records under section #eeb;a of title #e1 will not be disseminated outside of that ,federal agency unless-- 7,a7 dissemination is required by law2 or 7,b7 dissemination satisfies an authorized purpose and complies with that ,federal agency's disclosure requirements2 7#f7 to the extent it does not compromise law enforcement or national security a ,federal agency shall-- 7,a7 provide notice to the public regarding where in the national airspace system the ,federal agency is authorized to operate the unmanned aircraft system2 7,b7 keep the public informed about the ,federal agency's unmanned aircraft system program1 including any changes to that program that would significantly affect privacy1 civil rights1 or civil liberties2 7,c7 make available to the public1 on an annual basis1 a general summary of the ,federal agency's unmanned aircraft system operations during the previous fiscal year1 including-- 7i7 a brief description of types or categories of missions flown2 and 7ii7 the number of times the ,federal agency provided assistance to other agencies or to ,state1 local1 tribal1 or territorial governments2 and 7,d7 make available on a public and searchable ,internet website the data minimization policy of the ,federal agency2 7#g7 ensures oversight of the ,federal agency's unmanned aircraft system use1 including-- 7,a7 the use of audits or assessments that comply with existing ,federal agency policies and regulations2 7,b7 the verification of the existence of rules of conduct and training for ,federal ,government personnel and contractors who work on programs1 and procedures for reporting suspected cases of misuse or abuse of unmanned aircraft system technologies2 7,c7 the establishment of policies and procedures1 or confirmation that policies and procedures are in place1 that provide meaningful oversight of individuals who have access to sensitive information1 including personal information1 collected using an unmanned aircraft system2 7,d7 ensuring that any data-sharing agreements or policies1 data use policies1 and record management policies applicable to an unmanned aircraft system conform to applicable laws1 regulations1 and policies2 7,e7 the establishment of policies and procedures1 or confirmation that policies and procedures are in place1 to authorize the use of an unmanned aircraft system in response to a request for unmanned aircraft system assistance in support of ,federal1 ,state1 local1 tribal1 or territorial government operations2 and 7,f7 a requirement that ,state1 local1 tribal1 and territorial government recipients of ,federal grant funding for the purchase or use of unmanned aircraft systems for their own operations have in place policies and procedures to safeguard individuals' privacy1 civil rights1 and civil liberties prior to expending such funds2 and 7#h7 ensures the protection of civil rights and civil liberties1 including-- 7,a7 ensuring that policies are in place to prohibit the collection1 use1 retention1 or dissemination of data in any manner that would violate the ,first ,amendment or in any manner that would discriminate against persons based upon their ethnicity1 race1 gender1 national origin1 religion1 sexual orientation1 or gender identity1 in violation of law2 7,b7 ensuring that unmanned aircraft system activities are performed in a manner consistent with the ,constitution and applicable laws1 ,executive ,orders1 and other ,presidential directives2 and 7,c7 ensuring that adequate procedures are in place to receive1 investigate1 and address1 as appropriate1 privacy1 civil rights1 and civil liberties complaints4 7e7 ,law enforcement and national security ,each ,federal agency shall effectuate a requirement under subsection 7d7 only to the extent it does not compromise law enforcement or national security4 7f7 ,definition of ,federal agency ,in subsections 7d7 and 7e71 the term ,federal agency has the meaning given the term agency in section #eeb7;f7 of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments 7#a7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babg of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhjf the following3 #ddhjg4 ,public unmanned aircraft systems4 4 7#b7 ,public unmanned aircraft systems ,section #ccd of the ,,faa ,modernization and reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 and the item relating to that section in the table of contents under section #a7;b7 of that ,act 7#abf ,stat4 #ac7 are repealed4 #babi4 ,special rules for model aircraft 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babh of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhjg the following3 #ddhjh4 ,special rules for model aircraft 7a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other provision of law relating to the incorporation of unmanned aircraft systems into ,federal ,aviation ,administration plans and policies1 including this chapter1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration may not promulgate any new rule or regulation specific only to an unmanned aircraft operating as a model aircraft if-- 7#a7 the aircraft is flown strictly for hobby or recreational use2 7#b7 the aircraft is operated in accordance with a community-based set of safety guidelines and within the programming of a nationwide community-based organization2 7#c7 not flown beyond visual line of sight of persons co-located with the operator or in direct communication with the operator2 7#d7 the aircraft is operated in a manner that does not interfere with and gives way to any manned aircraft2 7#e7 when flown within #e miles of an airport1 the operator of the aircraft provides the airport operator1 where applicable1 and the airport air traffic control tower 7when an air traffic facility is located at the airport7 with prior notice and receives approval from the tower1 to the extent practicable1 for the operation from each 7model aircraft operators flying from a permanent location within #e miles of an airport should establish a mutually agreed upon operating procedure with the airport operator and the airport air traffic control tower 7when an air traffic facility is located at the airport772 7#f7 the aircraft is flown from the surface to not more than #djj feet in altitude1 except under special conditions and programs established by a community-based organization2 and 7#g7 the operator has passed an aeronautical knowledge and safety test administered by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration online for the operation of unmanned aircraft systems subject to the requirements of section #ddhji and maintains proof of test passage to be made available to the ,administrator or law enforcement upon request4 7b7 ,updates 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator1 in collaboration with government and industry stakeholders1 including nationwide community-based organizations1 shall initiate a process to update the operational parameters under subsection 7a71 as appropriate4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in updating an operational parameter under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7,a7 appropriate operational limitations to mitigate aviation safety risk and risk to the uninvolved public2 7,b7 operations outside the membership1 guidelines1 and programming of a nationwide community-based organization2 7,c7 physical characteristics1 technical standards1 and classes of aircraft operating under this section2 7,d7 trends in use1 enforcement1 or incidents involving unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7,e7 ensuring1 to the greatest extent practicable1 that updates to the operational parameters correspond to1 and leverage1 advances in technology4 7#c7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this subsection shall be construed as expanding the authority of the ,administrator to require operators of model aircraft under the exemption of this subsection to be required to seek permissive authority of the ,administrator prior to operation in the national airspace system4 7c7 ,statutory construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the authority of the ,administrator to pursue enforcement action against persons operating model aircraft4 7d7 ,model aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term model aircraft means an unmanned aircraft that-- 7#a7 is capable of sustained flight in the atmosphere2 and 7#b7 is limited to weighing not more than #ee pounds1 including the weight of anything attached to or carried by the aircraft1 unless otherwise approved through a design1 construction1 inspection1 flight test1 and operational safety program administered by a community-based organization4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments 7#a7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babh of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhjg the following3 #ddhjh4 ,special rules for model aircraft4 4 7#b7 ,special rule for model aircraft ,section #ccf of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 and the item relating to that section in the table of contents under section #a7;b7 of that ,act 7#abf ,stat4 #ac7 are repealed4 #bacj4 ,unmanned aircraft systems aeronautical knowledge and safety 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babi of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhjh the following3 #ddhji4 ,aeronautical knowledge and safety test 7a7 ,in general ,an individual may not operate an unmanned aircraft system unless-- 7#a7 the individual has successfully completed an aeronautical knowledge and safety test under subsection 7c72 7#b7 the individual has authority to operate an unmanned aircraft under other ,federal law2 or 7#c7 the individual is a holder of an airmen certificate issued under section #ddgjc4 7b7 ,exception ,this section shall not apply to the operation of an unmanned aircraft system that has been authorized by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration under section #ddhjb1 #ddhje1 #ddhjf1 or #ddhjg4 ,the ,administrator may waive the requirements of this section for operators of aircraft weighing less than #j4ee pounds or for operators under the age of #ac operating the unmanned aircraft system under the supervision of an adult as determined by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,aeronautical knowledge and safety test ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in consultation with manufacturers of unmanned aircraft systems1 other industry stakeholders1 and community-based aviation organizations1 shall develop an aeronautical knowledge and safety test that can be administered electronically4 7d7 ,requirements ,the ,administrator shall ensure that the aeronautical knowledge and safety test is designed to adequately demonstrate an operator's-- 7#a7 understanding of aeronautical safety knowledge1 as applicable2 and 7#b7 knowledge of ,federal ,aviation ,administration regulations and requirements pertaining to the operation of an unmanned aircraft system in the national airspace system4 7e7 ,record of compliance 7#a7 ,in general ,each operator of an unmanned aircraft system described under subsection 7a7 shall maintain and make available for inspection1 upon request by the ,administrator or a ,federal1 ,state1 or local law enforcement officer1 a record of compliance with this section through-- 7,a7 an identification number1 issued by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration certifying passage of the aeronautical knowledge and safety test2 7,b7 if the individual has authority to operate an unmanned aircraft system under other ,federal law1 the requisite proof of authority under that law2 or 7,c7 an airmen certificate issued under section #ddgjc4 7#b7 ,coordination ,the ,administrator may coordinate the identification number under paragraph 7#a77;,a7 with an operator's registration number to the extent practicable4 7#c7 ,limitation ,no fine or penalty may be imposed for the initial failure of an operator of an unmanned aircraft system to comply with paragraph 7#a7 unless the ,administrator finds that the conduct of the operator actually posed a risk to the national airspace system4 4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #babi of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhjh the following3 #ddhji4 ,aeronautical knowledge and safety test4 4 #baca4 ,safety statements 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #bacj of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhji the following3 #ddhaj4 ,safety statements 7a7 ,prohibition ,beginning on the date that is #a year after the date of publication of the guidance under subsection 7b77#a71 it shall be unlawful for any person to introduce or deliver for introduction into interstate commerce any unmanned aircraft manufactured unless a safety statement is attached to the unmanned aircraft or accompanying the unmanned aircraft in its packaging4 7b7 ,safety statement 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall issue guidance for implementing this section4 7#b7 ,requirements ,a safety statement described in subsection 7a7 shall include-- 7,a7 information about laws and regulations applicable to unmanned aircraft systems2 7,b7 recommendations for using unmanned aircraft in a manner that promotes the safety of persons and property2 7,c7 the date that the safety statement was created or last modified2 and 7,d7 language approved by the ,administrator regarding the following3 7i7 ,a person may operate the unmanned aircraft as a model aircraft 7as defined in section #ddhjh7 or otherwise in accordance with ,federal ,aviation ,administration authorization or regulation1 including requirements for the completion of the aeronautical knowledge and safety test under section #ddhji4 7ii7 ,the definition of a model aircraft under section #ddhjh4 7iii7 ,the requirements regarding a model aircraft under paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#g7 of section #ddhjh7;a74 7iv7 ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration may pursue enforcement action against a person operating model aircraft who endangers the safety of the national airspace system4 7c7 ,civil penalty ,a person who violates subsection 7a7 shall be liable for each violation to the ,united ,states ,government for a civil penalty described in section #dfcja7;a74 4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #bacj of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhji the following3 #ddhaj4 ,safety statements4 4 #bacb4 ,treatment of unmanned aircraft operating underground ,an unmanned aircraft system that is operated underground for mining purposes shall not be subject to regulation or enforcement by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration under chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #bacc4 ,enforcement 7a7 ,,uas safety enforcement ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish a program to utilize available remote detection and identification technologies for safety oversight1 including enforcement actions against operators of unmanned aircraft systems that are not in compliance with applicable ,federal aviation laws1 including regulations4 7b7 ,civil penalties 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dfcja is amended-- 7,a7 in subsection 7a77#a77;,a71 by inserting chapter #ddh1 after chapter #ddg 7except sections #ddgag and #ddgai-ddgbc712 7,b7 in subsection 7a77#e71 by inserting chapter #ddh1 after chapter #ddg 7except sections #ddgag-ddgbc712 7,c7 in subsection 7d77#b71 by inserting chapter #ddh1 after chapter #ddg 7except sections #ddgag and #ddgai-ddgbc712 and 7,d7 in subsection 7f71 by inserting chapter #ddh1 after chapter #ddg 7except #ddgag and #ddgai-ddgbc714 7#b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection shall be construed to limit the authority of the ,administrator to pursue an enforcement action for a violation of this ,act1 a regulation prescribed or order or authority issued under this ,act1 or any other applicable provision of aviation safety law or regulation4 7c7 ,reporting ,as part of the program1 the ,administrator shall establish and publicize a mechanism for the public and ,federal1 ,state1 and local law enforcement to report a suspected abuse or a violation of chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 for enforcement action4 7d7 ,authorization of appropriations ,to carry out this section1 there is authorized to be appropriated #e1jjj1jjj for each of the fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag4 #bacd4 ,aviation emergency safety public services disruption 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dfc is amended-- 7#a7 in section #dfcja7;d77#b71 by inserting section #dfcbj1 after section #dfcai12 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 #dfcbj4 ,interference with firefighting1 law enforcement1 or emergency response activities 7a7 ,prohibition ,no person may operate an aircraft so as to interfere with firefighting1 law enforcement1 or emergency response activities4 7b7 ,definition ,for purposes of this section1 an aircraft interferes with the activities specified in subsection 7a7 when its operation prevents the initiation of1 interrupts1 or endangers a person or property engaged in those activities4 7c7 ,civil penalty ,a person violating subsection 7a7 shall be liable for a civil penalty of not more than #bj1jjj4 7d7 ,compromise and setoff ,the ,united ,states ,government may deduct the amount of a civil penalty imposed or compromised under this section from the amounts the ,government owes the person liable for the penalty4 4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #dfc is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dfcai the following3 #dfcbj4 ,interference with firefighting1 law enforcement1 or emergency response activities4 4 #bace4 ,pilot project for airport safety and airspace hazard mitigation 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall carry out a pilot program for airspace hazard mitigation at airports and other critical infrastructure4 7b7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the pilot program under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall work with the ,secretary of ,defense1 ,secretary of ,homeland ,security1 and the heads of relevant ,federal agencies for the purpose of ensuring technologies that are developed1 tested1 or deployed by those departments and agencies to mitigate threats posed by errant or hostile unmanned aircraft system operations do not adversely impact or interfere with safe airport operations1 navigation1 and air traffic services4 7c7 ,authorization of appropriations ,there is authorized to be appropriated from the ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund to carry out this section #f1jjj1jjj1 to remain available until expended4 #bacf4 ,contribution to financing of regulatory functions 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #baca of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after section #ddhaj the following3 #ddhaa4 ,regulatory and administrative fees 7a7 ,in general ,subject to subsection 7b71 the ,administrator may assess and collect regulatory and administrative fees to recover the costs of regulatory and administrative activities under this chapter related to authorization to operate unmanned aircraft systems for compensation or hire1 or in the furtherance of a business enterprise4 7b7 ,limitations ,fees authorized under subsection 7a7 shall be reasonable1 cost-based relative to the regulatory or administrative activity1 and may not be discriminatory or a deterrent to compliance4 7c7 ,receipts credited to account ,notwithstanding section #ccjb of title #ca1 all fees and amounts collected under this section shall be credited to the separate account established under section #decjc7;c74 ,section #dagdb shall not apply to fees and amounts collected under this section4 7d7 ,regulations ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator shall issue regulations to carry out this section4 4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #baca of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhaj the following3 #ddhaa4 ,regulatory and administrative fees4 4 #bacg4 ,sense of ,congress regarding small ,,uas rulemaking ,it is the sense of the ,congress that the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and ,secretary of ,transportation should take every necessary action to expedite final action on the notice of proposed rulemaking dated ,february #bc1 #bjae 7#hj ,fed4 ,reg4 #iedd71 entitled 8,operation and ,certification of ,small ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems04 #bach4 ,unmanned aircraft systems traffic management 7a7 ,research plan for ,,utm development 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in coordination with the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration1 shall develop a research plan for unmanned aircraft systems traffic management 7referred to in this section as ,,utm7 development4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in developing the research plan under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 identify research goals related to3 7i7 operational parameters related to altitude1 geographic coverage1 classes of airspace1 and critical infrastructure2 7ii7 avionics capability requirements or standards2 7iii7 operator identification and authentication requirements and capabilities2 7iv7 communication protocols with air traffic control facilities that will not interfere with existing responsibility to deconflict manned aircraft in the national airspace system2 7v7 collision avoidance requirements2 7vi7 separation standards for manned and unmanned aircraft2 and 7vii7 spectrum needs2 7,b7 evaluate options for the administration and management structure for the traffic management of low altitude operations of small unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7,c7 ensure the plan is consistent with the broader ,federal ,aviation ,administration regulatory and operational framework encompassing all unmanned aircraft systems operations expected to be authorized in the national airspace system4 7#c7 ,assessment ,the research plan under paragraph 7#a7 shall include an assessment of-- 7,a7 the ability to allow near-term small unmanned aircraft system operations without need of an automated ,,utm system2 7,b7 the full range of operational capability any automated ,,utm system should possess2 7,c7 the operational characteristics and metrics that would drive incremental adoption of automated capability and procedures consistent with a rising aggregate community demand for service for low altitude operations of small unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7,d7 the integration points for small unmanned aircraft system traffic management with the existing national airspace system planning and traffic management systems4 7#d7 ,deadlines ,the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 initiate development of the research plan not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act2 and 7,b7 not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act-- 7i7 complete the research plan2 7ii7 submit the research plan to the appropriate committees of ,congress2 and 7iii7 publish the research plan on the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's ,web site4 7b7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date the research plan under subsection 7a7 is submitted under paragraph 7#d77;,b7 of that subsection1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall coordinate with the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration and the small unmanned aircraft systems industry to develop operational concepts and top-level system requirements for a ,,utm system pilot program1 consistent with subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,solicitation ,the ,administrator shall issue a solicitation for operational prototype systems that meet the necessary objectives for use in a pilot program to demonstrate1 validate1 or modify1 as appropriate1 the requirements developed under paragraph 7#a74 7c7 ,comprehensive plan 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #bgj days after the date the pilot program under subsection 7b7 is complete1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in coordination with the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration1 and in consultation with the head of each relevant ,federal agency1 shall develop a comprehensive plan for the deployment of ,,utm systems in the national airspace4 7#b7 ,system requirements ,the comprehensive plan under paragraph 7#a7 shall include requirements or standards consistent with established or planned rulemaking for1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 the flight of small unmanned aircraft systems in controlled and uncontrolled airspace2 7,b7 communications1 as applicable-- 7i7 among small unmanned aircraft systems2 7ii7 between small unmanned aircraft systems and manned aircraft operating in the same airspace2 and 7iii7 between small unmanned aircraft systems and air traffic control as considered necessary2 and 7,c7 air traffic management for small unmanned aircraft systems operations4 7d7 ,system implementation ,based on the comprehensive plan under subsection 7c71 including the requirements under paragraph 7#b7 of that subsection1 and the pilot program under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall determine the operational need and implementation schedule for evolutionary use of automation support systems to separate and deconflict manned and unmanned aircraft systems4 #baci4 ,emergency exemption process 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall publish guidance for applications for1 and procedures for the processing of1 on an emergency basis1 exemptions or certificates of authorization or waiver for the use of unmanned aircraft systems by civil or public operators in response to a catastrophe1 disaster1 or other emergency to facilitate emergency response operations1 such as firefighting1 search and rescue1 and utility and infrastructure restoration efforts4 ,this guidance shall outline procedures for operations under both sections #ddhje and #ddhjg1 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 with priority given to applications for public unmanned aircraft systems engaged in emergency response activities4 7b7 ,requirements ,in providing guidance under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 make explicit any safety requirements that must be met for the consideration of applications that include requests for beyond visual line of sight1 nighttime operations1 or the suspension of otherwise applicable operating restrictions1 consistent with public interest and safety2 and 7#b7 explicitly state the procedures for coordinating with an incident commander1 if any1 to ensure operations granted under procedures developed under subsection 7a7 do not interfere with manned catastrophe1 disaster1 or other emergency response operations or otherwise impact response efforts4 7c7 ,review ,in processing applications on an emergency basis for exemptions or certificates of authorization or waiver for unmanned aircraft systems operations in response to a catastrophe1 disaster1 or other emergency1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall act on such applications as expeditiously as practicable and without requiring public notice and comment4 #badj4 ,public uas operations by tribal governments 7a7 ,public ,,uas operations by tribal governments ,section #djajb7;a77#da7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7,f7 ,an unmanned aircraft that is owned and operated by or exclusively leased for at least #ij consecutive days by an ,indian tribal government 7as defined in section #ajb of the ,robert ,t4 ,stafford ,disaster ,relief and ,emergency ,assistance ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #eabb771 except as provided in section #djabe7;b74 4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,section #djabe7;b7 is amended by striking or 7,d7 and inserting 7,d71 or 7,f74 #bada4 ,carriage of property by small unmanned aircraft systems for compensation or hire 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #bacf of this ,act1 is further amended by adding after section #ddhaa the following3 #ddhab4 ,carriage of property by small unmanned aircraft systems for compensation or hire 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall issue a final rule authorizing the carriage of property by operators of small unmanned aircraft systems for compensation or hire within the ,united ,states4 7b7 ,contents ,the final rule required under subsection 7a7 shall provide for the following3 7#a7 ,small ,,uas air carrier certificate ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 at the direction of the ,secretary1 shall establish a certificate 7to be known as a small ,,uas air carrier certificate7 for persons that undertake directly1 by lease1 or other arrangement the operation of small unmanned aircraft systems to carry property in air transportation1 including commercial fleet operations with highly automated unmanned aircraft systems4 ,the requirements to operate under a small ,,uas air carrier certificate shall-- 7,a7 consider the unique characteristics of highly automated1 small unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7,b7 include requirements for the safe operation of small unmanned aircraft systems that1 at a minimum1 address-- 7i7 airworthiness of small unmanned aircraft systems2 7ii7 qualifications for operators and the type and nature of the operations2 and 7iii7 operating specifications governing the type and nature of the unmanned aircraft system air carrier operations4 7#b7 ,small ,,uas air carrier certification process ,the ,administrator1 at the direction of the ,secretary1 shall establish a process for the issuance of small ,,uas air carrier certificates established pursuant to paragraph 7#a7 that is performance-based and ensures required safety levels are met4 ,such certification process shall consider-- 7,a7 safety risks and the mitigation of those risks associated with the operation of highly automated1 small unmanned aircraft around other manned and unmanned aircraft1 and over persons and property on the ground2 7,b7 the competencies and compliance programs of manufacturers1 operators1 and companies that manufacture1 operate1 or both small unmanned aircraft systems and components2 and 7,c7 compliance with the requirements established pursuant to paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,small ,,uas air carrier classification ,the ,secretary shall develop a classification system for persons issued small ,,uas air carrier certificates pursuant to this subsection to establish economic authority for the carriage of property by small unmanned aircraft systems for compensation or hire4 ,such classification shall only require-- 7,a7 registration with the ,department of ,transportation2 and 7,b7 a valid small ,,uas air carrier certificate issued pursuant to this subsection4 4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #ddh1 as amended by section #bacf of this ,act1 is further amended by adding after the item relating to section #ddhaa the following3 #ddhab4 ,carriage of property by small unmanned aircraft systems for compensation or hire4 4 #badb4 ,collegiate ,training ,initiative program for unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish a ,collegiate ,training ,initiative program relating to unmanned aircraft systems by making new agreements or continuing existing agreements with institutions of higher education 7as defined by the ,administrator7 under which the institutions prepare students for careers involving unmanned aircraft systems4 ,the ,administrator may establish standards for the entry of such institutions into the program and for their continued participation in the program4 7b7 ,unmanned aircraft system defined ,in this section1 the term unmanned aircraft system has the meaning given that term by section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by section #baba of this ,act4 #badc4 ,incorporation of ,federal ,aviation ,administration occupations relating to unmanned aircraft into veterans employment programs of the ,administration ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,veterans ,affairs1 the ,secretary of ,defense1 and the ,secretary of ,labor1 shall determine whether occupations of the ,administration relating to unmanned aircraft systems technology and regulations can be incorporated into the ,veterans ,employment ,program of the ,administration1 particularly in the interaction between such program and the ,new ,sights ,work ,experience ,program and the ,vet-,link ,cooperative ,education ,program4 ,,iii ,transition and savings provisions #baea4 ,senior advisor for unmanned aircraft systems integration 7a7 ,in general ,there shall be in the ,federal ,aviation ,administration a ,senior ,advisor for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,integration4 7b7 ,qualifications ,the ,senior ,advisor for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,integration shall have a demonstrated ability in management and knowledge of or experience in aviation4 7c7 ,responsibilities ,unless otherwise determined by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration-- 7#a7 the ,senior ,advisor shall report directly to the ,deputy ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 and 7#b7 the responsibilities of the ,senior ,advisor shall include the following3 7,a7 ,providing advice to the ,administrator and ,deputy ,administrator related to the integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7,b7 ,reviewing and evaluating ,federal ,aviation ,administration policies1 activities1 and operations related to unmanned aircraft systems4 7,c7 ,facilitating coordination and collaboration among components of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration with respect to activities related to unmanned aircraft systems integration4 7,d7 ,interacting with ,congress1 and ,federal1 ,state1 or local agencies1 and stakeholder organizations whose operations and interests are affected by the activities of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration on matters related to unmanned aircraft systems integration4 #baeb4 ,effect on other laws 7a7 ,federal preemption ,no ,state or political subdivision of a ,state may enact or enforce any law1 regulation1 or other provision having the force and effect of law relating to the design1 manufacture1 testing1 licensing1 registration1 certification1 operation1 or maintenance of an unmanned aircraft system1 including airspace1 altitude1 flight paths1 equipment or technology requirements1 purpose of operations1 and pilot1 operator1 and observer qualifications1 training1 and certification4 7b7 ,preservation of state and local authority ,nothing in this subtitle shall be construed to limit a ,state or local government's authority to enforce ,federal1 ,state1 or local laws relating to nuisance1 voyeurism1 privacy1 data security1 harassment1 reckless endangerment1 wrongful death1 personal injury1 property damage1 or other illegal acts arising from the use of unmanned aircraft systems if such laws are not specifically related to the use of an unmanned aircraft system4 7c7 ,no preemption of common law or statutory causes of action ,nothing in this subtitle1 nor any standard1 rule1 requirement1 standard of performance1 safety determination1 or certification implemented pursuant to this subtitle1 shall be construed to preempt1 displace1 or supplant any ,state or ,federal common law rights or any ,state or ,federal statute creating a remedy for civil relief1 including those for civil damage1 or a penalty for a criminal conduct4 ,notwithstanding any other provision of this subtitle1 nothing in this subtitle1 nor any amendments made by this subtitle1 shall preempt or preclude any cause of action for personal injury1 wrongful death1 property damage1 or other injury based on negligence1 strict liability1 products liability1 failure to warn1 or any other legal theory of liability under any ,state law1 maritime law1 or ,federal common law or statutory theory4 #baec4 ,spectrum 7a7 ,in general ,small unmanned aircraft systems may operate wireless control link1 tracking1 diagnostics1 payload communication1 and collaborative-collision avoidance1 such as vehicle-to-vehicle communication1 and other uses1 if permitted by and consistent with the ,communications ,act of #aicd 7#dg ,u4,s4,c4 #aea et seq471 ,federal ,communications ,commission rules1 and the safety-of-life determination made by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 and with carrier consent1 whether they are operating within the ,,utm system under section #bach of this ,act or outside such a system4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration1 and the ,federal ,communications ,commission1 shall submit to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate1 the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives1 and the ,committee on ,energy and ,commerce of the ,house of ,representatives a report-- 7#a7 on whether small unmanned aircraft systems operations should be permitted to operate on spectrum designated for aviation use1 on an unlicensed1 shared1 or exclusive basis1 for operations within the ,,utm system or outside of such a system2 7#b7 that addresses any technological1 statutory1 regulatory1 and operational barriers to the use of such spectrum2 and 7#c7 that1 if it is determined that spectrum designated for aviation use is not suitable for operations by small unmanned aircraft systems1 includes recommendations of other spectrum frequencies that may be appropriate for such operations4 #baed4 ,applications for designation 7a7 ,applications for designation ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish a process to allow applicants to petition the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to prohibit or otherwise limit the operation of an aircraft1 including an unmanned aircraft1 over1 under1 or within a specified distance from a fixed site facility4 7b7 ,review process 7#a7 ,application procedures 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall establish the procedures for the application for designation under subsection 7a74 7,b7 ,requirements ,the procedures shall-- 7i7 allow individual fixed site facility applications2 and 7ii7 allow for a group of similar facilities to apply for a collective designation4 7,c7 ,considerations ,in establishing the procedures1 the ,administrator shall consider how the process will apply to-- 7i7 critical infrastructure1 such as energy production1 transmission1 and distribution facilities and equipment2 7ii7 oil refineries and chemical facilities2 7iii7 amusement parks2 and 7iv7 other locations that may benefit from such restrictions4 7#b7 ,determination 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall provide for a determination under the review process established under subsection 7a7 not later than #ij days from the date of application1 unless the applicant is provided with written notice describing the reason for the delay4 7,b7 ,affirmative designations ,an affirmative designation shall outline-- 7i7 the boundaries for unmanned aircraft operation near the fixed site facility2 and 7ii7 such other limitations that the ,administrator determines may be appropriate4 7,c7 ,considerations ,in making a determination whether to grant or deny an application for a designation1 the ,administrator may consider-- 7i7 aviation safety2 7ii7 personal safety of the uninvolved public2 7iii7 national security2 or 7iv7 homeland security4 7,d7 ,opportunity for resubmission ,if an application is denied and the applicant can reasonably address the reason for the denial1 the ,administrator may allow the applicant to reapply for designation4 7c7 ,public information ,designations under subsection 7a7 shall be published by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration on a publicly accessible website4 #baee4 ,use of unmanned aircraft systems at institutions of higher education 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish procedures and standards1 as applicable1 to facilitate the safe operation of unmanned aircraft systems by institutions of higher education1 including faculty1 students1 and staff4 7b7 ,standards ,the procedures and standards required under subsection 7a7 shall outline risk-based operational parameters to ensure the safety of the national airspace system and the uninvolved public that facilitates the use of unmanned aircraft systems for educational or research purposes4 7c7 ,unmanned aircraft system approval ,the procedures required under subsection 7a7 shall allow unmanned aircraft systems operated under this section to be modified for research purposes without iterative approval from the ,administrator4 7d7 ,additional procedures ,the ,administrator shall establish a procedure to provide for streamlined1 risk-based operational approval for unmanned aircraft systems operated by institutions of higher education1 including faculty1 students1 and staff1 outside of the parameters or purposes set forth in subsection 7b74 7e7 ,deadlines 7#a7 ,in general ,if1 by the date that is #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator has not set forth standards and procedures required under subsections 7a71 7b71 and 7c71 an institution of higher education may-- 7,a7 without specific approval from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 operate small unmanned aircraft at model aircraft fields approved by the ,academy of ,model ,aeronautics and with the permission of the local club of the ,academy of ,model ,aeronautics2 and 7,b7 submit to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration applications for approval of the institution's designation of #a or more outdoor flight fields4 7#b7 ,consequence of failure to approve ,if the ,administrator does not take action with respect to an application submitted under paragraph 7#a77;,b7 within #cj days of the submission of the application1 the failure to do so shall be treated as approval of the application4 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,institution of higher education ,the term institution of higher education has the meaning given that term by section #aja7;a7 of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja7;a774 7#b7 ,unmanned aircraft system ,the term unmanned aircraft system has the meaning given the term in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by section #baba of this ,act4 7#c7 ,educational or research purposes ,the term educational or research purposes1 with respect to the operation of an unmanned aircraft system by an institution of higher education1 includes-- 7,a7 instruction of students at the institution2 7,b7 academic or research related use of unmanned aircraft systems by student organizations recognized by the institution1 if such use has been approved by the institution2 7,c7 activities undertaken by the institution as part of research projects1 including research projects sponsored by the ,federal ,government2 and 7,d7 other academic activities at the institution1 including general research1 engineering1 and robotics4 #baef4 ,transition language 7a7 ,regulations ,notwithstanding the repeals under sections #babb7;b77#b71 #babe7;b77#b71 #babf7;b77#b71 #babh7;b77#b71 and #babi7;b77#b7 of this ,act1 all orders1 determinations1 rules1 regulations1 permits1 grants1 and contracts1 which have been issued under any law described under subsection 7b7 of this section on or before the effective date of this ,act shall continue in effect until modified or revoked by the ,secretary of ,transportation1 acting through the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 as applicable1 by a court of competent jurisdiction1 or by operation of law other than this ,act4 7b7 ,laws described ,the laws described under this subsection are as follows3 7#a7 ,section #ccb7;c7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 7#b7 ,section #ccb7;d7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 7#c7 ,section #ccc of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 7#d7 ,section #ccd of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 7#e7 ,section #ccf of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 7c7 ,effect on pending proceedings ,this ,act shall not affect administrative or judicial proceedings pending on the effective date of this ,act4 ,,iv ,operator safety #bafa4 ,short title ,this part may be cited as the ,drone ,operator ,safety ,act4 #bafb4 ,findings2 sense of ,congress 7a7 ,finding ,congress finds that educating operators of unmanned aircraft about the laws and regulations that govern such aircraft helps to ensure their safe operation4 7b7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration should continue to prioritize the education of operators of unmanned aircraft through public outreach efforts like the ,know ,before ,you ,fly campaign4 #bafc4 ,unsafe operation of unmanned aircraft 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #b of title #ah1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in section #ca-- 7,a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7i7 by redesignating paragraph 7#aj7 as paragraph 7#aa72 and 7ii7 by inserting after paragraph 7#i7 the following3 7#aj7 ,unmanned aircraft ,the term unmanned aircraft has the meaning given such term in section #ddhja of title #di4 2 and 7,b7 in subsection 7b71 by inserting airport1 before appliance2 and 7#b7 by inserting after section #ci;,a the following3 #ci;,b4 ,unsafe operation of unmanned aircraft 7a7 ,offense ,any person who operates an unmanned aircraft and1 in so doing1 knowingly or recklessly interferes with1 or disrupts the operation of1 an aircraft carrying #a or more occupants operating in the special aircraft jurisdiction of the ,united ,states1 in a manner that poses an imminent safety hazard to such occupants1 shall be punished as provided in subsection 7b74 7b7 ,penalty 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b71 the punishment for an offense under subsection 7a7 shall be a fine under this title1 imprisonment for not more than #a year1 or both4 7#b7 ,serious bodily injury or death ,any person who attempts to cause1 or knowingly or recklessly causes1 serious bodily injury or death during the commission of an offense under subsection 7a7 shall be fined under this title1 imprisoned for any term of years or for life1 or both4 7c7 ,operation of unmanned aircraft in close proximity to airports 7#a7 ,in general ,the operation of an unmanned aircraft within a runway exclusion zone shall be considered a violation of subsection 7a7 unless such operation is approved by the airport's air traffic control facility or is the result of a circumstance1 such as a malfunction1 that could not have been reasonably foreseen or prevented by the operator4 7#b7 ,runway exclusion zone defined ,in this subsection1 the term runway exclusion zone means a rectangular area-- 7,a7 centered on the centerline of an active runway of an airport immediately around which the airspace is designated as class ,b1 class ,c1 or class ,d airspace at the surface under part #ga of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,b7 the length of which extends parallel to the runway's centerline to points that are #a statute mile from each end of the runway and the width of which is statute mile4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the table of sections for chapter #b of title #ah1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ci;,a the following3 #ci;,b4 ,unsafe operation of unmanned aircraft4 4 ,b ,,faa safety certification reform ,i ,general provisions #bbaa4 ,definitions ,in this subtitle3 7#a7 ,administrator ,the term ,administrator means the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#b7 ,advisory ,committee ,the term ,advisory ,committee means the ,safety ,oversight and ,certification ,advisory ,committee established under section #bbab4 7#c7 ,,faa ,the term ,,faa means the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#d7 ,secretary ,the term ,secretary means the ,secretary of ,transportation4 7#e7 ,systems safety approach ,the term systems safety approach means the application of specialized technical and managerial skills to the systematic1 forward-looking identification and control of hazards throughout the lifecycle of a project1 program1 or activity4 #bbab4 ,safety oversight and certification advisory committee 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall establish a ,safety ,oversight and ,certification ,advisory ,committee in accordance with this section4 7b7 ,duties ,the ,advisory ,committee shall provide advice to the ,secretary on policy-level issues facing the aviation community that are related to ,,faa safety oversight and certification programs and activities1 including the following3 7#a7 ,aircraft and flight standards certification processes1 including efforts to streamline those processes4 7#b7 ,implementation and oversight of safety management systems4 7#c7 ,risk-based oversight efforts4 7#d7 ,utilization of delegation and designation authorities1 including organization designation authorization4 7#e7 ,regulatory interpretation standardization efforts4 7#f7 ,training programs4 7#g7 ,expediting the rulemaking process and prioritizing safety-related rules4 7#h7 ,enhancing global competitiveness of ,u4,s4 manufactured and ,,faa type-certificate aircraft products and services throughout the world4 7c7 ,functions ,in carrying out its duties under subsection 7b7 related to ,,faa safety oversight and certification programs and activities1 the ,advisory ,committee shall-- 7#a7 foster aviation stakeholder collaboration in an open and transparent manner2 7#b7 consult with1 and ensure participation by-- 7,a7 the private sector1 including representatives of-- 7i7 general aviation2 7ii7 commercial aviation2 7iii7 aviation labor2 7iv7 aviation1 aerospace1 and avionics manufacturing2 and 7v7 unmanned aircraft systems industry2 and 7,b7 the public2 7#c7 recommend consensus national goals1 strategic objectives1 and priorities for the most efficient1 streamlined1 and cost-effective safety oversight and certification processes in order to maintain the safety of the aviation system while allowing the ,,faa to meet future needs and ensure that aviation stakeholders remain competitive in the global marketplace2 7#d7 provide policy recommendations for the ,,faa's safety oversight and certification efforts2 7#e7 periodically review and provide recommendations regarding the ,,faa's safety oversight and certification efforts2 7#f7 periodically review and evaluate registration1 certification1 and related fees2 7#g7 provide appropriate legislative1 regulatory1 and guidance recommendations for the air transportation system and the aviation safety regulatory environment2 7#h7 recommend performance objectives for the ,,faa and aviation industry2 7#i7 recommend performance metrics for the ,,faa and the aviation industry to be tracked and reviewed as streamlining certification reform1 flight standards reform1 and regulation standardization efforts progress2 7#aj7 provide a venue for tracking progress toward national goals and sustaining joint commitments2 7#aa7 recommend recruiting1 hiring1 staffing levels1 training1 and continuing education objectives for ,,faa aviation safety engineers and aviation safety inspectors2 7#ab7 provide advice and recommendations to the ,,faa on how to prioritize safety rulemaking projects2 7#ac7 improve the development of ,,faa regulations by providing information1 advice1 and recommendations related to aviation issues2 7#ad7 encourage the validation of ,u4,s4 manufactured and ,,faa type-certificate aircraft products and services throughout the world2 and 7#ae7 any other functions as determined appropriate by the chairperson of the ,advisory ,committee and the ,administrator4 7d7 ,membership 7#a7 ,voting members ,the ,advisory ,committee shall be composed of the following voting members3 7,a7 ,the ,administrator1 or the ,administrator's designee4 7,b7 ,at least #a representative1 appointed by the ,secretary1 of each of the following3 7i7 ,aircraft and engine manufacturers4 7ii7 ,avionics and equipment manufacturers4 7iii7 ,aviation labor organizations1 including collective bargaining representatives of ,,faa aviation safety inspectors and aviation safety engineers4 7iv7 ,general aviation operators4 7v7 ,air carriers4 7vi7 ,business aviation operators4 7vii7 ,unmanned aircraft systems manufacturers and operators4 7viii7 ,aviation safety management experts4 7#b7 ,nonvoting members 7,a7 ,in general ,in addition to the members appointed under paragraph 7#a71 the ,advisory ,committee shall be composed of nonvoting members appointed by the ,secretary from among individuals representing ,,faa safety oversight program offices4 7,b7 ,duties ,a nonvoting member may-- 7i7 take part in deliberations of the ,advisory ,committee2 and 7ii7 provide input with respect to any report or recommendation of the ,advisory ,committee4 7,c7 ,limitation ,a nonvoting member may not represent any stakeholder interest other than that of an ,,faa safety oversight program office4 7#c7 ,terms ,each voting member and nonvoting member of the ,advisory ,committee shall be appointed for a term of #b years4 7#d7 ,rule of construction ,public ,law #ajd-fe 7#b ,u4,s4,c4 #afja et seq47 may not be construed to prohibit or otherwise limit the appointment of any individual as a member of the ,advisory ,committee4 7e7 ,committee characteristics ,the ,advisory ,committee shall have the following characteristics3 7#a7 ,each voting member under subsection 7d77#a77;,b7 shall be an executive that has decision authority within the member's organization and can represent and enter into commitments on behalf of that organization in a way that serves the entire group of organizations that member represents under that subsection4 7#b7 ,the ability to obtain necessary information from experts in the aviation and aerospace communities4 7#c7 ,a membership size that enables the ,advisory ,committee to have substantive discussions and reach consensus on issues in an expeditious manner4 7#d7 ,appropriate expertise1 including expertise in certification and risk-based safety oversight processes1 operations1 policy1 technology1 labor relations1 training1 and finance4 7f7 ,chairperson 7#a7 ,in general ,the chairperson of the ,advisory ,committee shall be appointed by the ,secretary from among the voting members under subsection 7d77#a77;,b74 7#b7 ,term ,each member appointed under paragraph 7#a7 shall serve a term of #b years as chairperson4 7g7 ,meetings 7#a7 ,frequency ,the ,advisory ,committee shall convene at least #b meetings a year at the call of the chairperson4 7#b7 ,public attendance ,each meeting of the ,advisory ,committee shall be open and accessible to the public4 7h7 ,special committees 7#a7 ,establishment ,the ,advisory ,committee may establish #a or more special committees composed of private sector representatives1 members of the public1 labor representatives1 and other relevant parties in complying with consultation and participation requirements under subsection 7c77#b74 7#b7 ,rulemaking advice ,a special committee established by the ,advisory ,committee may-- 7,a7 provide rulemaking advice and recommendations to the ,advisory ,committee2 7,b7 provide the ,,faa additional opportunities to obtain firsthand information and insight from those persons that are most affected by existing and proposed regulations2 and 7,c7 assist in expediting the development1 revision1 or elimination of rules in accordance with1 and without circumventing1 established public rulemaking processes and procedures4 7#c7 ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act ,the ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act 7#e ,u4,s4,c4 ,app47 shall not apply to a special committee under this subsection4 7i7 ,sunset ,the ,advisory ,committee shall cease to exist on ,september #cj1 #bjag4 ,,ii ,aircraft certification reform #bbba4 ,aircraft certification performance objectives and metrics 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date the ,advisory ,committee is established under section #bbab1 the ,administrator shall establish performance objectives and apply and track performance metrics for the ,,faa and the aviation industry relating to aircraft certification in accordance with this section4 7b7 ,collaboration ,the ,administrator shall carry out this section in collaboration with the ,advisory ,committee and update agency performance objectives and metrics after considering the proposals recommended by the ,advisory ,committee under paragraphs 7#h7 and 7#i7 of section #bbab7;c74 7c7 ,performance objectives ,in establishing performance objectives under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure progress is made toward1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 eliminating certification delays and improving cycle times2 7#b7 increasing accountability for both ,,faa and the aviation industry2 7#c7 achieving full utilization of ,,faa delegation and designation authorities1 including organizational designation authorization2 7#d7 fully implementing risk management principles and a systems safety approach2 7#e7 reducing duplication of effort2 7#f7 increasing transparency2 7#g7 developing and providing training1 including recurrent training1 in auditing and a systems safety approach to certification oversight2 7#h7 improving the process for approving or accepting the certification actions between the ,,faa and bilateral partners2 7#i7 maintaining and improving safety2 7#aj7 streamlining the hiring process for-- 7,a7 qualified systems safety engineers at staffing levels to support the ,,faa's efforts to implement a systems safety approach2 and 7,b7 qualified systems safety engineers to guide the engineering of complex systems within the ,,faa2 and 7#aa7 maintaining the leadership of the ,united ,states in international aviation and aerospace4 7d7 ,performance metrics ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 apply and track performance metrics for the ,,faa and the aviation industry2 and 7#b7 transmit to the appropriate committees of ,congress an annual report on tracking the progress toward full implementation of the recommendations under section #bbab4 7e7 ,data 7#a7 ,baselines ,not later than #a year after the date the ,advisory ,committee recommends initial performance metrics under section #bbab7;c77#i71 the ,administrator shall generate initial data with respect to each of the performance metrics applied and tracked under this section4 7#b7 ,benchmarks ,the ,administrator shall use the performance metrics applied and tracked under this section to generate data on an ongoing basis and to measure progress toward the consensus national goals1 strategic objectives1 and priorities recommended under section #bbab7;c77#c74 7f7 ,publication 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraph 7#b71 the ,administrator shall make data generated using the performance metrics applied and tracked under this section available in a searchable1 sortable1 and downloadable format through the ,internet ,web site of the ,,faa or other appropriate methods4 7#b7 ,limitations ,the ,administrator shall make the data under paragraph 7#a7 available in a manner that-- 7,a7 protects from disclosure identifying information regarding an individual or entity2 and 7,b7 protects from inappropriate disclosure proprietary information4 #bbbb4 ,organization designation authorizations 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddg is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgcf4 ,organization designation authorizations 7a7 ,delegations of functions 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#c71 in the oversight of an ,,oda holder1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in accordance with ,federal ,aviation ,administration standards1 shall-- 7,a7 require1 based on an application submitted by the ,,oda holder and approved by the ,administrator 7or the ,administrator's designee71 a procedures manual that addresses all procedures and limitations regarding the specified functions to be performed by the ,,oda holder subject to regulations prescribed by the ,administrator2 7,b7 delegate fully to the ,,oda holder each of the functions specified in the procedures manual1 unless the ,administrator determines1 after the date of the delegation and as a result of an inspection or other investigation1 that the public interest and safety of air commerce requires a limitation with respect to #a or more of the functions2 and 7,c7 conduct oversight activities1 including by inspecting the ,,oda holder's delegated functions and taking action based on validated inspection findings4 7#b7 ,duties of ,,oda holders ,an ,,oda holder shall-- 7,a7 perform each specified function delegated to the ,,oda holder in accordance with the approved procedures manual for the delegation2 7,b7 make the procedures manual available to each member of the appropriate ,,oda unit2 and 7,c7 cooperate fully with oversight activities conducted by the ,administrator in connection with the delegation4 7#c7 ,existing ,,oda holders ,with regard to an ,,oda holder operating under a procedures manual approved by the ,administrator before the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 at the request of the ,,oda holder1 and in an expeditious manner1 consider revisions to the ,,oda holder's procedures manual2 7,b7 delegate fully to the ,,oda holder each of the functions specified in the procedures manual1 unless the ,administrator determines1 after the date of the delegation and as a result of an inspection or other investigation1 that the public interest and safety of air commerce requires a limitation with respect to #a or more of the functions2 and 7,c7 conduct oversight activities1 including by inspecting the ,,oda holder's delegated functions and taking action based on validated inspection findings4 7b7 ,,oda ,office 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator shall identify1 within the ,office of ,aviation ,safety1 a centralized policy office to be responsible for the organization designation authorization 7referred to in this subsection as the ,,oda ,office74 ,the ,director of the ,,oda ,office shall report to the ,director of the ,aircraft ,certification ,service4 7#b7 ,purpose ,the purpose of the ,,oda ,office shall be to provide oversight and ensure consistency of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration audit functions under the ,,oda program across the agency4 7#c7 ,functions ,the ,,oda ,office shall-- 7,a7 7i7 at the request of an ,,oda holder1 eliminate all limitations specified in a procedures manual in place on the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf that are low and medium risk as determined by a risk analysis using criteria established by the ,,oda ,office and disclosed to the ,,oda holder1 except where an ,,oda holder's performance warrants the retention of a specific limitation due to documented concerns about inadequate current performance in carrying out that authorized function2 7ii7 require an ,,oda holder to establish a corrective action plan to regain authority for any retained limitations2 7iii7 require an ,,oda holder to notify the ,,oda ,office when all corrective actions have been accomplished2 7iv7 make a reassessment to determine if subsequent performance in carrying out any retained limitation warrants continued retention and1 if such reassessment determines performance meets objectives1 lift such limitation immediately2 7,b7 improve the ,administration and the ,,oda holder performance and ensure full use of the authorities delegated under the ,,oda program2 7,c7 develop a more consistent approach to audit priorities1 procedures1 and training under the ,,oda program2 7,d7 expeditiously review a random sample of limitations on delegated authorities under the ,,oda program to determine if the limitations are appropriate2 7,e7 review and approve new limitations to ,,oda functions2 and 7,f7 ensure national consistency in the interpretation and application of the requirements of the ,,oda program1 including any limitations1 and in the performance of the ,,oda program4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,,oda or organization designation authorization ,the term ,,oda or organization designation authorization means an authorization under section #ddgjb7;d7 to perform approved functions on behalf of the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration under subpart ,d of part #ahc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,,oda holder ,the term ,,oda holder means an entity authorized under section #ddgjb7;d7-- 7,a7 to which the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration issues an ,,oda letter of designation under subpart ,d of part #ahc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any corresponding similar regulation or ruling72 and 7,b7 that is responsible for administering #a or more ,,oda units4 7#c7 ,,oda program ,the term ,,oda program means the program to standardize ,federal ,aviation ,administration management and oversight of the organizations that are approved to perform certain functions on behalf of the ,administration under section #ddgjb7;d74 7#d7 ,,oda unit ,the term ,,oda unit means a group of #b or more individuals under the supervision of an ,,oda holder who perform the specified functions under an ,,oda4 7#e7 ,organization ,the term organization means a firm1 a partnership1 a corporation1 a company1 an association1 a joint-stock association1 or a governmental entity4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments ,the table of contents of chapter #ddg is amended by adding after the item relating to section #ddgce the following3 #ddgcf4 ,organization designation authorizations4 4 #bbbc4 ,,oda review 7a7 ,expert review panel 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,,faa shall convene a multidisciplinary expert review panel 7referred to in this section as the ,panel74 7#b7 ,composition 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,panel shall be composed of not more than #bj members appointed by the ,administrator4 7,b7 ,qualifications ,the members appointed to the ,panel shall-- 7i7 each have a minimum of #e years of experience in processes and procedures under the ,,oda program2 and 7ii7 include representatives of ,,oda holders1 aviation manufacturers1 safety experts1 and ,,faa labor organizations1 including labor representatives of ,,faa aviation safety inspectors and aviation safety engineers4 7b7 ,survey ,the ,panel shall survey ,,oda holders and ,,oda program applicants to document ,,faa safety oversight and certification programs and activities1 including the ,,faa's use of the ,,oda program and the speed and efficiency of the certification process4 ,in carrying out this subsection1 the ,administrator shall consult with the appropriate survey experts and the ,panel to best design and conduct the survey4 7c7 ,assessment ,the ,panel shall-- 7#a7 conduct an assessment of-- 7,a7 the ,,faa's processes and procedures under the ,,oda program and whether the processes and procedures function as intended2 7,b7 the best practices of and lessons learned by ,,oda holders and the ,,faa personnel who provide oversight of ,,oda holders2 7,c7 the performance incentive policies1 related to the ,,oda program for ,,faa personnel1 that do not conflict with the public interest2 7,d7 the training activities related to the ,,oda program for ,,faa personnel and ,,oda holders2 and 7,e7 the impact1 if any1 that oversight of the ,,oda program has on ,,faa resources and the ,,faa's ability to process applications for certifications outside of the ,,oda program2 and 7#b7 make recommendations for improving ,,faa safety oversight and certification programs and activities based on the results of the survey under subsection 7b7 and each element of the assessment under paragraph 7#a7 of this subsection4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after the date the ,panel is convened under subsection 7a71 the ,panel shall submit to the ,administrator1 the ,advisory ,committee established under section #bbab1 and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on results of the survey under subsection 7b7 and the assessment and recommendations under subsection 7c74 7e7 ,definitions ,the terms used in this section have the meanings given the terms in section #ddgcf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7f7 ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act ,the ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act 7#e ,u4,s4,c4 ,app47 shall not apply to the ,panel4 7g7 ,sunset ,the ,panel shall terminate on the date the report is submitted under subsection 7d74 #bbbd4 ,type certification resolution process 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddgjd7;a7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 ,type certification resolution process 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #ae months after the date of enactment of ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator shall establish an effective1 expeditious1 and milestone-based issue resolution process for type certification activities under this subsection4 7,b7 ,process requirements ,the resolution process shall provide for-- 7i7 the resolution of technical issues at preestablished stages of the certification process1 as agreed to by the ,administrator and the type certificate applicant2 7ii7 the automatic escalation to appropriate management personnel of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and the type certificate applicant of any major certification process milestone that is not completed or resolved within a specific period of time agreed to by the ,administrator and the type certificate applicant2 and 7iii7 the resolution of a major certification process milestone escalated under clause 7ii7 within a specific period of time agreed to by the ,administrator and the type certificate applicant4 7,c7 ,definition of major certification process milestone ,in this paragraph1 the term major certification process milestone means a milestone related to a type certification basis1 type certification plan1 type inspection authorization1 issue paper1 or other major type certification activity agreed to by the ,administrator and the type certificate applicant4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments ,section #ddgjd is amended in the heading by striking airworthiness certificates11 and inserting airworthiness certificates14 #bbbe4 ,safety enhancing technologies for small general aviation airplanes 7a7 ,policy ,in a manner consistent with the ,small ,airplane ,revitalization ,act of #bjac 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjd note71 not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish and begin implementing a risk-based policy that streamlines the installation of safety enhancing technologies for small general aviation airplanes in a manner that reduces regulatory delays and significantly improves safety4 7b7 ,inclusions ,the safety enhancing technologies for small general aviation airplanes described in subsection 7a7 shall include1 at a minimum1 the replacement or retrofit of primary flight displays1 auto pilots1 engine monitors1 and navigation equipment4 7c7 ,collaboration ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator shall collaborate with general aviation operators1 general aviation manufacturers1 and appropriate ,,faa labor organizations1 including representatives of ,,faa aviation safety inspectors and aviation safety engineers1 certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7d7 ,definition of small general aviation airplane ,in this section1 the term small general aviation airplane means an airplane that-- 7#a7 is certified to the standards of part #bc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 has a seating capacity of not more than #i passengers2 and 7#c7 is not used in scheduled passenger-carrying operations under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #bbbf4 ,streamlining certification of small general aviation airplanes 7a7 ,final rulemaking ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjaf1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rulemaking to comply with section #c of the ,small ,airplane ,revitalization ,act of #bjac 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjd note74 7b7 ,government review ,the ,federal ,government's review process shall be streamlined to meet the deadline in subsection 7a74 ,,iii ,flight standards reform #bbca4 ,flight standards performance objectives and metrics 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date the ,advisory ,committee is established under section #bbab1 the ,administrator shall establish performance objectives and apply and track performance metrics for the ,,faa and the aviation industry relating to flight standards activities in accordance with this section4 7b7 ,collaboration ,the ,administrator shall carry out this section in collaboration with the ,advisory ,committee and update agency performance objectives and metrics after considering the recommendations of the ,advisory ,committee under paragraphs 7#h7 and 7#i7 of section #bbab7;c74 7c7 ,performance objectives ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that progress is made toward1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 eliminating delays with respect to such activities2 7#b7 increasing accountability for both ,,faa and the aviation industry2 7#c7 fully implementing risk management principles and a systems safety approach2 7#d7 reducing duplication of effort2 7#e7 promoting appropriate compliance activities and eliminating inconsistent regulatory interpretations and inconsistent enforcement activities2 7#f7 improving and providing greater opportunities for training1 including recurrent training1 in auditing and a systems safety approach to oversight2 7#g7 developing and allowing the use of a single master source for guidance2 7#h7 providing and using a streamlined appeal process for the resolution of regulatory interpretation questions2 7#i7 maintaining and improving safety2 and 7#aj7 increasing transparency4 7d7 ,performance metrics ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 apply and track performance metrics for the ,,faa and the aviation industry2 and 7#b7 transmit to the appropriate committees of ,congress an annual report tracking the progress toward full implementation of the performance metrics under section #bbab4 7e7 ,data 7#a7 ,baselines ,not later than #a year after the date the ,advisory ,committee recommends initial performance metrics under section #bbab7;c77#i71 the ,administrator shall generate initial data with respect to each of the performance metrics applied and tracked that are approved based on the recommendations required under this section4 7#b7 ,benchmarks ,the ,administrator shall use the performance metrics applied and tracked under this section to generate data on an ongoing basis and to measure progress toward the consensus national goals1 strategic objectives1 and priorities recommended under section #bbab7;c77#c74 7f7 ,publication 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraph 7#b71 the ,administrator shall make data generated using the performance metrics applied and tracked under this section available in a searchable1 sortable1 and downloadable format through the ,internet ,web site of the ,,faa or other appropriate methods4 7#b7 ,limitations ,the ,administrator shall make the data under paragraph 7#a7 available in a manner that-- 7,a7 protects from disclosure identifying information regarding an individual or entity2 and 7,b7 protects from inappropriate disclosure proprietary information4 #bbcb4 ,,faa task force on flight standards reform 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish the ,,faa ,task ,force on ,flight ,standards ,reform 7referred to in this section as the ,task ,force74 7b7 ,membership 7#a7 ,appointment ,the membership of the ,task ,force shall be appointed by the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,number ,the ,task ,force shall be composed of not more than #bj members4 7#c7 ,representation requirements ,the membership of the ,task ,force shall include representatives1 with knowledge of flight standards regulatory processes and requirements1 of-- 7,a7 air carriers2 7,b7 general aviation2 7,c7 business aviation2 7,d7 repair stations2 7,e7 unmanned aircraft systems operators2 7,f7 flight schools2 7,g7 labor unions1 including those representing ,,faa aviation safety inspectors and those representing ,,faa aviation safety engineers2 and 7,h7 aviation safety experts4 7c7 ,duties ,the duties of the ,task ,force shall include1 at a minimum1 identifying cost-effective best practices and providing recommendations with respect to-- 7#a7 simplifying and streamlining flight standards regulatory processes2 7#b7 reorganizing the ,flight ,standards ,service to establish an entity organized by function rather than geographic region1 if appropriate2 7#c7 ,,faa aviation safety inspector training opportunities2 7#d7 ,,faa aviation safety inspector standards and performance2 and 7#e7 achieving1 across the ,,faa1 consistent-- 7,a7 regulatory interpretations2 and 7,b7 application of oversight activities4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,task ,force shall submit to the ,administrator1 ,advisory ,committee established under section #bbab1 and appropriate committees of ,congress a report detailing-- 7#a7 the best practices identified and recommendations provided by the ,task ,force under subsection 7c72 and 7#b7 any recommendations of the ,task ,force for additional regulatory action or cost-effective legislative action4 7e7 ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act ,the ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act 7#e ,u4,s4,c4 ,app47 shall not apply to the ,task ,force4 7f7 ,sunset ,the ,task ,force shall cease to exist on the date that the ,task ,force submits the report required under subsection 7d74 #bbcc4 ,centralized safety guidance database 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,,faa shall establish a centralized safety guidance database for all of the regulatory guidance issued by the ,,faa ,office of ,aviation ,safety regarding compliance with #a or more aviation safety-related provisions of the ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,requirements ,the database under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 for each guidance1 include a link to the specific provision of the ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 subject to paragraph 7#c71 be accessible to the public2 and 7#c7 be provided in a manner that-- 7,a7 protects from disclosure identifying information regarding an individual or entity2 and 7,b7 protects from inappropriate disclosure proprietary information4 7c7 ,data entry timing 7#a7 ,existing documents ,not later than #ad months after the date the database is established1 the ,administrator shall have completed entering into the database any applicable regulatory guidance that are in effect and were issued before that date4 7#b7 ,new regulatory guidance and updates ,beginning on the date the database is established1 the ,administrator shall ensure that any applicable regulatory guidance that are issued on or after that date are entered into the database as they are issued4 7d7 ,consultation requirement ,in establishing the database under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consult and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders1 including labor organizations 7including those representing aviation workers1 ,,faa aviation safety engineers1 and ,,faa aviation safety inspectors7 and aviation industry stakeholders4 7e7 ,definition of regulatory guidance ,in this section1 the term regulatory guidance means all forms of written information issued by the ,,faa that an individual or entity may use to interpret or apply ,,faa regulations and requirements1 including information an individual or entity may use to determine acceptable means of compliance with such regulations and requirements1 such as an order1 manual1 circular1 policy statement1 legal interpretation memorandum1 and rulemaking documents4 #bbcd4 ,regulatory ,consistency ,communications ,board 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,,faa shall establish a ,regulatory ,consistency ,communications ,board 7referred to in this section as the ,board74 7b7 ,consultation requirement ,in establishing the ,board1 the ,administrator shall consult and collaborate with appropriate stakeholders1 including ,,faa labor organizations 7including labor organizations representing ,,faa aviation safety inspectors and labor organizations representing ,,faa aviation safety engineers7 and aviation industry stakeholders4 7c7 ,membership ,the ,board shall be composed of ,,faa representatives1 appointed by the ,administrator1 from-- 7#a7 the ,flight ,standards ,service2 7#b7 the ,aircraft ,certification ,service2 and 7#c7 the ,office of the ,chief ,counsel4 7d7 ,functions ,the ,board shall carry out the following functions3 7#a7 ,recommend1 at a minimum1 processes by which-- 7,a7 ,,faa personnel and persons regulated by the ,,faa may submit regulatory interpretation questions without fear of retaliation2 7,b7 ,,faa personnel may submit written questions as to whether a previous approval or regulatory interpretation issued by ,,faa personnel in another office or region is correct or incorrect2 and 7,c7 any other person may submit anonymous regulatory interpretation questions4 7#b7 ,meet on a regular basis to discuss and resolve questions submitted under paragraph 7#a7 and the appropriate application of regulations and policy with respect to each question4 7#c7 ,provide to a person that submitted a question under subparagraph 7,a7 or subparagraph 7,b7 of paragraph 7#a7 an expeditious written response to the question4 7#d7 ,recommend a process to make the resolution of common regulatory interpretation questions publicly available to ,,faa personnel and the public in a manner that-- 7,a7 does not reveal any identifying data of the person that submitted a question2 and 7,b7 protects any proprietary information4 7#e7 ,ensure that responses to questions under this subsection are incorporated into regulatory guidance 7as defined in section #bbcc7;e774 7e7 ,performance metrics1 timelines1 and goals ,not later than #ahj days after the date that the ,advisory ,committee recommends performance objectives and performance metrics for the ,,faa and the aviation industry under paragraphs 7#h7 and 7#i7 of section #bbab7;c71 the ,administrator1 in collaboration with the ,advisory ,committee1 shall-- 7#a7 establish performance metrics1 timelines1 and goals to measure the progress of the ,board in resolving regulatory interpretation questions submitted under subsection 7d77#a72 and 7#b7 implement a process for tracking the progress of the ,board in meeting the performance metrics1 timelines1 and goals under paragraph 7#a74 #bbce4 ,flight standards service realignment feasibility report 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with relevant industry stakeholders1 shall-- 7#a7 determine the feasibility of realigning flight standards service regional field offices to specialized areas of aviation safety oversight and technical expertise2 and 7#b7 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings under paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,considerations ,in making a determination under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider a flight standards service regional field office providing support in the area of its technical expertise to flight standards district offices and certificate management offices4 #bbcf4 ,additional certification resources 7a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 and subject to the requirements of subsection 7b71 the ,administrator may enter into a reimbursable agreement with an applicant or certificate holder for the reasonable travel and per diem expenses of the ,,faa associated with official travel to expedite the acceptance or validation by a foreign authority of an ,,faa certificate or design approval4 7b7 ,conditions ,the ,administrator may enter into an agreement under subsection 7a7 only if-- 7#a7 the travel covered under the agreement is determined to be necessary1 by both the ,administrator and the applicant or certificate holder1 to expedite the acceptance or validation of the relevant certificate or approval2 7#b7 the travel is conducted at the request of the applicant or certificate holder2 7#c7 the travel plans and expenses are approved by the applicant or certificate holder prior to travel2 and 7#d7 the agreement requires payment in advance of ,,faa services and is consistent with the processes under section #ajf7l77#f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on-- 7#a7 the number of occasions on which the ,administrator entered into reimbursable agreements under this section2 7#b7 the number of occasions on which the ,administrator declined a request by an applicant or certificate holder to enter into a reimbursable agreement under this section2 7#c7 the amount of reimbursements collected in accordance with agreements under this section2 and 7#d7 the extent to which reimbursable agreements under this section assisted in reducing the amount of time necessary for foreign authorities' validations of ,,faa certificates and design approvals4 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,applicant ,the term applicant means a person that has applied to a foreign authority for the acceptance or validation of an ,,faa certificate or design approval4 7#b7 ,certificate holder ,the term certificate holder means a person that holds a certificate issued by the ,administrator under part #ba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 ,,iv ,safety workforce #bbda4 ,safety workforce training strategy 7a7 ,safety workforce training strategy ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,,faa shall review and revise its safety workforce training strategy to ensure that it-- 7#a7 aligns with an effective risk-based approach to safety oversight2 7#b7 best utilizes available resources2 7#c7 allows ,,faa employees participating in organization management teams or conducting ,,oda program audits to complete1 expeditiously1 appropriate training1 including recurrent training1 in auditing and a systems safety approach to oversight2 7#d7 seeks knowledge-sharing opportunities between the ,,faa and the aviation industry in new technologies1 best practices1 and other areas of interest related to safety oversight2 7#e7 fosters an inspector and engineer workforce that has the skills and training necessary to improve risk-based approaches that focus on requirements management and auditing skills2 and 7#f7 includes1 as appropriate1 milestones and metrics for meeting the requirements of paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#e74 7b7 ,report ,not later that #bgj days after the date the strategy is established under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the implementation of the strategy and progress in meeting any milestones or metrics included in the strategy4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,,oda holder ,the term ,,oda holder has the meaning given the term in section #ddgcf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,,oda program ,the term ,,oda program has the meaning given the term in section #ddgcf7;c77#c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by this ,act4 7#c7 ,organization management team ,the term organization management team means a group of ,,faa employees consisting of ,,faa aviation safety engineers1 flight test pilots1 and aviation safety inspectors overseeing an ,,oda holder and its specified function delegated under section #ddgjb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #bbdb4 ,workforce study 7a7 ,workforce study ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall conduct a study to assess the workforce and training needs of the ,office of ,aviation ,safety of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and take into consideration how those needs could be met4 7b7 ,contents ,the study under subsection 7a7 shall include-- 7#a7 a review of the current staffing levels and requirements for hiring and training1 including recurrent training1 of aviation safety inspectors and aviation safety engineers2 7#b7 an analysis of the skills and qualifications required of aviation safety inspectors and aviation safety engineers for successful performance in the current and future projected aviation safety regulatory environment1 including an analysis of the need for a systems engineering discipline within the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to guide the engineering of complex systems1 with an emphasis on auditing an ,,oda holder 7as defined in section #ddgcf7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code72 7#c7 a review of current performance incentive policies of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 as applied to the ,office of ,aviation ,safety1 including awards for performance2 7#d7 an analysis of ways the ,federal ,aviation ,administration can work with the aviation industry and ,,faa labor force to establish knowledge-sharing opportunities between the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and the aviation industry in new technologies1 best practices1 and other areas that could improve the aviation safety regulatory system2 and 7#e7 recommendations on the best and most cost-effective approaches to address the needs of the current and future projected aviation safety regulatory system1 including qualifications1 training programs1 and performance incentives for relevant agency personnel4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the study required under subsection 7a74 ,v ,international aviation #bbea4 ,promotion of ,united ,states aerospace standards1 products1 and services abroad ,section #djajd is amended by adding at the end the following3 7d7 ,promotion of ,united ,states aerospace standards1 products1 and services abroad ,the ,secretary shall take appropriate actions-- 7#a7 to promote ,united ,states aerospace-related safety standards abroad2 7#b7 to facilitate and vigorously defend approvals of ,united ,states aerospace products and services abroad2 7#c7 with respect to bilateral partners1 to use bilateral safety agreements and other mechanisms to improve validation of ,united ,states type certificated aeronautical products and services and enhance mutual acceptance in order to eliminate redundancies and unnecessary costs2 and 7#d7 with respect to the aeronautical safety authorities of a foreign country1 to streamline that country's validation of ,united ,states aerospace standards1 products1 and services4 4 #bbeb4 ,bilateral exchanges of safety oversight responsibilities ,section #ddgja7;e7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#e7 ,foreign airworthiness directives 7,a7 ,acceptance ,the ,administrator shall accept an airworthiness directive 7as defined in section #ci4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 issued by an aeronautical safety authority of a foreign country1 and leverage that aeronautical safety authority's regulatory process1 if-- 7i7 the country is the state of design for the product that is the subject of the airworthiness directive2 7ii7 the ,united ,states has a bilateral safety agreement relating to aircraft certification with the country2 7iii7 as part of the bilateral safety agreement with the country1 the ,administrator has determined that the aeronautical safety authority has an aircraft certification system relating to safety that produces a level of safety equivalent to the level produced by the system of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 and 7iv7 the aeronautical safety authority utilizes an open and transparent public notice and comment process in the issuance of airworthiness directives4 7,b7 ,alternative approval process ,notwithstanding subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator may issue a ,federal ,aviation ,administration airworthiness directive instead of accepting the airworthiness directive issued by the aeronautical safety authority of a foreign country if the ,administrator determines that such issuance is necessary for safety or operational reasons due to the complexity or unique features of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration airworthiness directive or the ,united ,states aviation system4 7,c7 ,alternative means of compliance ,the ,administrator may-- 7i7 accept an alternative means of compliance1 with respect to an airworthiness directive under subparagraph 7,a71 that was approved by the aeronautical safety authority of the foreign country that issued the airworthiness directive2 or 7ii7 notwithstanding subparagraph 7,a71 and at the request of any person affected by an airworthiness directive under that subparagraph1 the ,administrator may approve an alternative means of compliance with respect to the airworthiness directive4 4 #bbec4 ,,faa leadership abroad 7a7 ,in general ,to promote ,united ,states aerospace safety standards1 reduce redundant regulatory activity1 and facilitate acceptance of ,,faa design and production approvals abroad1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 attain greater expertise in issues related to dispute resolution1 intellectual property1 and export control laws to better support ,,faa certification and other aerospace regulatory activities abroad2 7#b7 work with ,united ,states companies to more accurately track the amount of time it takes foreign authorities1 including bilateral partners1 to validate ,united ,states type certificated aeronautical products2 7#c7 provide assistance to ,united ,states companies who have experienced significantly long foreign validation wait times2 7#d7 work with foreign authorities1 including bilateral partners1 to collect and analyze data to determine the timeliness of the acceptance and validation of ,,faa design and production approvals by foreign authorities and the acceptance and validation of foreign-certified products by the ,,faa2 7#e7 establish appropriate benchmarks and metrics to measure the success of bilateral aviation safety agreements and to reduce the validation time for ,united ,states type certificated aeronautical products abroad2 and 7#f7 work with foreign authorities1 including bilateral partners1 to improve the timeliness of the acceptance and validation of ,,faa design and production approvals by foreign authorities and the acceptance and validation of foreign-certified products by the ,,faa4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that-- 7#a7 describes the ,administrator's strategic plan for international engagement2 7#b7 describes the structure and responsibilities of all ,,faa offices that have international responsibilities1 including the ,aircraft ,certification ,office1 and all the activities conducted by those offices related to certification and production2 7#c7 describes current and forecasted staffing and travel needs for the ,,faa's international engagement activities1 including the needs of the ,aircraft ,certification ,office in the current and forecasted budgetary environment2 7#d7 provides recommendations1 if appropriate1 to improve the existing structure and personnel and travel policies supporting the ,,faa's international engagement activities1 including the activities of the ,aviation ,certification ,office1 to better support the growth of ,united ,states aerospace exports2 and 7#e7 identifies policy initiatives1 regulatory initiatives1 or cost-effective legislative initiatives needed to improve and enhance the timely acceptance of ,united ,states aerospace products abroad4 7c7 ,international ,travel ,the ,administrator of the ,,faa1 or the ,administrator's designee1 may authorize international travel for any ,,faa employee1 without the approval of any other person or entity1 if the ,administrator determines that the travel is necessary-- 7#a7 to promote ,united ,states aerospace safety standards2 or 7#b7 to support expedited acceptance of ,,faa design and production approvals4 #bbed4 ,registration1 certification1 and related fees ,section #decje is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking ,subject to subsection 7b7 and inserting ,subject to subsection 7c72 7#b7 by redesignating subsections 7b7 and 7c7 as subsections 7c7 and 7d71 respectively2 and 7#c7 by inserting after subsection 7a7 the following3 7b7 ,certification services ,subject to subsection 7c71 and notwithstanding section #decja7;a71 the ,administrator may establish and collect a fee from a foreign government or entity for services related to certification1 regardless of where the services are provided1 if the fee-- 7#a7 is established and collected in a manner consistent with aviation safety agreements2 and 7#b7 does not exceed the estimated costs of the services4 4 ,c ,airline passenger safety and protections #bcja4 ,pilot records database deadline ,section #ddgjc7;i77#b7 is amended by striking ,the ,administrator shall establish and inserting ,not later than ,april #cj1 #bjag1 the ,administrator shall establish and make available for use4 #bcjb4 ,access to air carrier flight decks ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall collaborate with other aviation authorities to advance a global standard for access to air carrier flight decks and redundancy requirements consistent with the flight deck access and redundancy requirements in the ,united ,states4 #bcjc4 ,aircraft tracking and flight data 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall assess current performance standards1 and as appropriate1 conduct a rulemaking to revise the standards to improve near-term and long-term aircraft tracking and flight data recovery1 including retrieval1 access1 and protection of such data after an incident or accident4 7b7 ,considerations ,in revising the performance standards under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may consider-- 7#a7 various methods for improving detection and retrieval of flight data1 including-- 7,a7 low frequency underwater locating devices2 and 7,b7 extended battery life for underwater locating devices2 7#b7 automatic deployable flight recorders2 7#c7 triggered transmission of flight data1 and other satellite-based solutions2 7#d7 distress-mode tracking2 and 7#e7 protections against disabling flight recorder systems4 7c7 ,coordination ,if the performance standards under subsection 7a7 are revised1 the ,administrator shall coordinate with international regulatory authorities and the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization to ensure that any new international standard for aircraft tracking and flight data recovery is consistent with a performance-based approach and is implemented in a globally harmonized manner4 #bcjd4 ,automation reliance improvements 7a7 ,modernization of training ,not later than ,october #a1 #bjag1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall review1 and update as necessary1 recent guidance regarding pilot flight deck monitoring that an air carrier can use to train and evaluate its pilots to ensure that air carrier pilots are trained to use and monitor automation systems while also maintaining proficiency in manual flight operations consistent with the final rule entitled1 ,qualification1 ,service1 and ,use of ,crewmembers and ,aircraft ,dispatchers1 published on ,november #ab1 #bjac 7#gh ,fed4 ,reg4 #fggii74 7b7 ,considerations ,in reviewing and updating the guidance1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 consider casualty driven scenarios during initial and recurrent simulator instruction that focus on automation complacency during system failure1 including flight segments when automation is typically engaged and should result in hand flying the aircraft into a safe position while employing crew resource management principles2 7#b7 consider the development of metrics or measurable tasks an air carrier may use to evaluate the ability of pilots to appropriately monitor flight deck systems2 7#c7 consider the development of metrics an air carrier may use to evaluate manual flying skills and improve related training2 7#d7 convene an expert panel1 including members with expertise in human factors1 training1 and flight operations-- 7,a7 to evaluate and develop methods for training flight crews to understand the functionality of automated systems for flight path management2 7,b7 to identify and recommend to the ,administrator the most effective training methods that ensure that pilots can apply manual flying skills in the event of flight deck automation failure or an unexpected event2 and 7,c7 to identify and recommend to the ,administrator revision in the training guidance for flight crews to address the needs identified in subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b72 and 7#e7 develop any additional standards to be used for guidance the ,administrator considers necessary to determine whether air carrier pilots receive sufficient training opportunities to develop1 maintain1 and demonstrate manual flying skills4 7c7 ,,dot ,,ig review ,not later than #b years after the date the ,administrator reviews the guidance under subsection 7a71 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation shall review the air carriers implementation of the guidance and the ongoing work of the expert panel4 #bcje4 ,enhanced mental health screening for pilots ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall consider the recommendations of the ,pilot ,fitness ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee in determining whether to implement1 as part of a comprehensive medical certification process for pilots with a first- or second-class airman medical certificate1 additional screening for mental health conditions1 including depression and suicidal thoughts or tendencies1 and assess treatments that would address any risk associated with such conditions4 #bcjf4 ,flight attendant duty period limitations and rest requirements 7a7 ,modification of final rule ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall revise the flight attendant duty period limitations and rest requirements under section #aba4dfg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,contents ,except as provided in subsection 7c71 in revising the rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that a flight attendant scheduled to a duty period of #ad hours or less is given a scheduled rest period of at least #aj consecutive hours4 7c7 ,exception ,the rest period required under subsection 7b7 may be scheduled or reduced to #i consecutive hours if the flight attendant is provided a subsequent rest period of at least #aa consecutive hours4 7d7 ,fatigue risk management plan 7#a7 ,submission of plan by part #aba air carriers ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 each air carrier operating under part #aba of title #ac1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7referred to in this subsection as a part #aba air carrier71 shall submit a fatigue risk management plan for the carrier's flight attendants to the ,administrator for review and acceptance4 7#b7 ,contents of plan ,each fatigue risk management plan submitted under paragraph 7#a7 shall include-- 7,a7 current flight time and duty period limitations2 7,b7 a rest scheme that is consistent with such limitations and enables the management of flight attendant fatigue1 including annual training to increase awareness of-- 7i7 fatigue2 7ii7 the effects of fatigue on flight attendants2 and 7iii7 fatigue countermeasures2 and 7,c7 the development and use of methodology that continually assesses the effectiveness of implementation of the plan1 including the ability of the plan-- 7i7 to improve alertness2 and 7ii7 to mitigate performance errors4 7#c7 ,review ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 review each fatigue risk management plan submitted under this subsection2 and 7,b7 7i7 accept the plan2 or 7ii7 reject the plan and provide the part #aba air carrier with suggested modifications to be included when the plan is resubmitted4 7#d7 ,plan updates 7,a7 ,in general ,not less frequently than once every #b years1 each part #aba air carrier shall-- 7i7 update the fatigue risk management plan submitted under paragraph 7#a72 and 7ii7 submit the updated plan to the ,administrator for review and acceptance4 7,b7 ,review ,not later than #a year after the date on which an updated plan is submitted under subparagraph 7,a77ii71 the ,administrator shall-- 7i7 review the updated plan2 and 7ii7 7,i7 accept the updated plan2 or 7,,ii7 reject the updated plan and provide the part #aba air carrier with suggested modifications to be included when the updated plan is resubmitted4 7#e7 ,compliance ,each part #aba air carrier shall comply with its fatigue risk management plan after the plan is accepted by the ,administrator under this subsection4 7#f7 ,civil penalties ,a violation of this subsection by a part #aba air carrier shall be treated as a violation of chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 for the purpose of applying civil penalties under chapter #dfc of such title4 #bcjg4 ,training to combat human trafficking for certain air carrier employees 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dag is amended by adding at the end the following3 #dagbe4 ,training to combat human trafficking 7a7 ,in general ,each air carrier providing passenger air transportation shall provide flight attendants who are employees or contractors of the air carrier with training to combat human trafficking in the course of carrying out their duties as employees or contractors of the air carrier4 7b7 ,elements of training ,the training an air carrier is required to provide under subsection 7a7 to flight attendants shall include training with respect to-- 7#a7 common indicators of human trafficking2 and 7#b7 best practices for reporting suspected human trafficking to law enforcement officers4 7c7 ,materials ,an air carrier may provide the training required by subsection 7a7 using modules and materials developed by the ,department of ,transportation and the ,department of ,homeland ,security1 including the training module and associated materials of the ,blue ,lightning ,initiative and modules and materials subsequently developed and recommended by such ,departments with respect to combating human trafficking4 7d7 ,interagency coordination ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall coordinate with the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security to ensure that appropriate training modules and materials are available for air carriers to conduct the training required by subsection 7a74 7e7 ,human trafficking defined ,in this section1 the term human trafficking means #a or more severe forms of trafficking in persons 7as defined in section #ajc of the ,trafficking ,victims ,protection ,act of #bjjj 7#bb ,u4,s4,c4 #gajb774 4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,the table of contents for chapter #dag is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dagbd the following3 #dagbe4 ,training to combat human trafficking4 4 7c7 ,report required ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that includes-- 7#a7 an assessment of the status of compliance of air carriers with section #dagbe of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 in collaboration with the ,attorney ,general and the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security1 recommendations for improving the identification and reporting of human trafficking by air carrier personnel while protecting the civil liberties of passengers4 7d7 ,immunity for reporting human trafficking ,section #ddida7;a7 is amended by striking or terrorism1 as defined by section #cjgg of title #ah1 ,united ,states ,code1 and inserting human trafficking 7as defined by section #dagbe71 or terrorism 7as defined by section #cjgg of title #ah74 #bcjh4 ,report on obsolete test equipment 7a7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the ,national ,test ,equipment ,program 7referred to in this section as the ,program74 7b7 ,contents ,the report shall include-- 7#a7 a list of all known outstanding requests for test equipment1 cataloged by type and location1 under the ,program2 7#b7 a description of the current method under the ,program of ensuring calibrated equipment is in place for utilization2 7#c7 a plan by the ,administrator for appropriate inventory of such equipment2 and 7#d7 the ,administrator's recommendations for increasing multifunctionality in future test equipment to be developed and all known and foreseeable manufacturer technological advances4 #bcji4 ,plan for systems to provide direct warnings of potential runway incursions 7a7 ,in general ,not later than ,june #cj1 #bjaf1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall-- 7#a7 assess available technologies to determine whether it is feasible1 cost-effective1 and appropriate to install and deploy1 at any airport1 systems to provide a direct warning capability to flight crews and air traffic controllers of potential runway incursions2 and 7#b7 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the assessment under paragraph 7#a71 including any recommendations4 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the assessment under subsection 7a71 the ,administration shall consider ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board findings and relevant aviation stakeholder views relating to runway incursions4 #bcaj4 ,laser pointer incidents 7a7 ,in general ,beginning #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in coordination with the ,director of the ,federal ,bureau of ,investigation1 shall provide quarterly updates to the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding-- 7#a7 the number of incidents involving the beam from a laser pointer 7as defined in section #ci;,a of title #ah1 ,united ,states ,code7 being aimed at1 or in the flight path of1 an aircraft in the airspace jurisdiction of the ,united ,states2 7#b7 the number of civil or criminal enforcement actions taken by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 ,department of ,transportation1 or ,department of ,justice with regard to the incidents described in paragraph 7#a71 including the amount of the civil or criminal penalties imposed on violators2 7#c7 the resolution of any incidents that did not result in a civil or criminal enforcement action2 and 7#d7 any actions the ,department of ,transportation or ,department of ,justice has taken on its own1 or in conjunction with other ,federal agencies or local law enforcement agencies1 to deter the type of activity described in paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,civil penalties ,the ,administrator shall revise the maximum civil penalty that may be imposed on an individual who aims the beam of a laser pointer at an aircraft in the airspace jurisdiction of the ,united ,states1 or at the flight path of such an aircraft1 to be #be1jjj4 #bcaa4 ,helicopter air ambulance operations data and reports 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in collaboration with helicopter air ambulance industry stakeholders1 shall assess the availability of information to the general public related to the location of heliports and helipads used by helicopters providing air ambulance services1 including helipads and helipads outside of those listed as part of any existing databases of ,airport ,master ,record 7#ejaj7 forms4 7b7 ,requirements ,based on the assessment under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 update1 as necessary1 any existing guidance on what information is included in the current databases of ,airport ,master ,record 7#ejaj7 forms to include information related to heliports and helipads used by helicopters providing air ambulance services2 or 7#b7 develop1 as appropriate and in collaboration with helicopter air ambulance industry stakeholders1 a new database of heliports and helipads used by helicopters providing air ambulance services4 7c7 ,reports 7#a7 ,assessment ,not later than #cj days after the date the assessment under subsection 7a7 is complete1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the assessment1 including any recommendations on how to make information related to the location of heliports and helipads used by helicopters providing air ambulance services available to the general public4 7#b7 ,implementation ,not later than #cj days after completing action under paragraph 7#a7 or paragraph 7#b7 of subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the implementation of that action4 7d7 ,incident and accident data ,section #ddgca is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by striking not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter and inserting annually2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking flights and hours flown1 by registration number1 during which helicopters operated by the certificate holder were providing helicopter air ambulance services and inserting hours flown by the helicopters operated by the certificate holder2 7,c7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7i7 by striking of flight and inserting of patients transported and the number of patient transport2 7ii7 by inserting or after interfacility transport12 and 7iii7 by striking 1 or ferry or repositioning flight2 7,d7 in paragraph 7#e7-- 7i7 by striking flights and2 and 7ii7 by striking while providing air ambulance services2 and 7,e7 by amending paragraph 7#f7 to read as follows3 7#f7 ,the number of hours flown at night by helicopters operated by the certificate holder4 2 7#b7 in subsection 7d7-- 7,a7 by striking ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator shall submit and inserting ,the ,administrator shall submit annually2 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 ,the report shall include the number of accidents experienced by helicopter air ambulance operations1 the number of fatal accidents experienced by helicopter air ambulance operations1 and the rate1 per #ajj1jjj flight hours1 of accidents and fatal accidents experienced by operators providing helicopter air ambulance services42 7#c7 by redesignating subsection 7e7 as subsection 7f72 and 7#d7 by inserting after subsection 7d7 the following3 7e7 ,implementation ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator1 in collaboration with part #ace certificate holders providing helicopter air ambulance services1 shall-- 7#a7 propose and develop a method to collect and store the data submitted under subsection 7a71 including a method to protect the confidentiality of any trade secret or proprietary information submitted2 and 7#b7 ensure that the database under subsection 7c7 and the report under subsection 7d7 include data and analysis that will best inform efforts to improve the safety of helicopter air ambulance operations4 4 #bcab4 ,part #ace accident and incident data ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall-- 7#a7 determine1 in collaboration with the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board and ,part #ace industry stakeholders1 what1 if any1 additional data should be reported as part of an accident or incident notice to more accurately measure the safety of on-demand ,part #ace aircraft activity1 to pinpoint safety problems1 and to form the basis for critical research and analysis of general aviation issues2 and 7#b7 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings under paragraph 7#a71 including a description of the additional data to be collected1 a timeframe for implementing the additional data collection1 and any potential obstacles to implementation4 #bcac4 ,definition of human factors ,section #djajb7;a71 as amended by section #badj of this ,act1 is further amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#bd7 through 7#dg7 as paragraphs 7#be7 through 7#dh71 respectively2 and 7#b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#bc7 the following3 7#bd7 human factors means a multidisciplinary field that generates and compiles information about human capabilities and limitations and applies it to design1 development1 and evaluation of equipment1 systems1 facilities1 procedures1 jobs1 environments1 staffing1 organizations1 and personnel management for safe1 efficient1 and effective human performance1 including people's use of technology4 4 #bcad4 ,sense of ,congress2 pilot in command authority ,it is the sense of ,congress that the pilot in command of an aircraft is directly responsible for1 and is the final authority as to1 the operation of that aircraft1 as set forth in section #ia4c7;a7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulation thereto74 #bcae4 ,enhancing ,,asias 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in consultation with relevant aviation industry stakeholders1 shall assess what1 if any1 improvements are needed to develop the predictive capability of the ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing program 7referred to in this section as ,,asias7 with regard to identifying precursors to accidents4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the assessment under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 determine what actions are necessary-- 7,a7 to improve data quality and standardization2 and 7,b7 to increase the data received from additional segments of the aviation industry1 such as small airplane1 helicopter1 and business jet operations2 7#b7 consider how to prioritize the actions described in paragraph 7#a72 and 7#c7 review available methods for disseminating safety trend data from ,,asias to the aviation safety community1 including the inspector workforce1 to inform in their risk-based decision making efforts4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #fj days after the date the assessment under subsection 7a7 is complete1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the assessment1 including recommendations regarding paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 of subsection 7b74 #bcaf4 ,improving runway safety 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall expedite the development of metrics-- 7#a7 to allow the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to determine whether runway incursions are increasing2 and 7#b7 to assess the effectiveness of implemented runway safety initiatives4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress in developing the metrics described in subsection 7a74 #bcag4 ,safe air transportation of lithium cells and batteries 7a7 ,restrictions on transportation of lithium batteries on aircraft 7#a7 ,adoption of ,,icao instructions 7,a7 ,in general ,pursuant to section #hbh of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note71 not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of the ,department of ,transportation shall conform ,united ,states regulations on the air transport of lithium cells and batteries with the lithium cells and battery requirements in the #bjae-bjaf edition of the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization's 7referred to in this subsection as ,,icao7 ,technical ,instructions 7to include all addenda7 including the revised standards adopted by ,,icao which became effective on ,april #a1 #bjaf4 7,b7 ,further proceedings ,beginning on the date the revised regulations under subparagraph 7,a7 are published in the ,federal ,register1 any lithium cell and battery rulemaking action or update commenced on or after that date shall continue to comply with the requirements under section #hbh of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note74 7#b7 ,review of other regulations ,pursuant to section #hbh of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note71 the ,secretary of ,transportation may initiate a review of other existing regulations regarding the air transportation1 including passenger-carrying and cargo aircraft1 of lithium batteries and cells4 7#c7 ,medical device batteries 7,a7 ,in general ,for ,united ,states applicants1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall consider and either grant or deny1 within #de days1 applications submitted in compliance with part #ajg of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations for special permits or approvals for air transportation of lithium ion cells or batteries specifically used by medical devices4 ,not later than #cj days after the date of application1 the ,pipeline and ,hazardous ,materials ,safety ,administration shall provide a draft special permit based on the application to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 ,the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall conduct an on-site inspection for issuance of the special permit not later than #aj days after the date of receipt of the draft special permit from the ,pipeline and ,hazardous ,materials ,safety ,administration4 7,b7 ,definition of medical device ,in this paragraph1 the term medical device has the meaning given the term device in section #bja of the ,federal ,food1 ,drug1 and ,cosmetic ,act 7#ba ,u4,s4,c4 #cba74 7#d7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall be construed as expanding or constricting any other authority the ,secretary of ,transportation has under section #hbh of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note74 7b7 ,lithium battery safety working group ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,president shall establish a lithium battery safety working group to promote and coordinate efforts related to the promotion of the safe manufacture1 use1 and transportation of lithium batteries and cells4 7#a7 ,composition 7,a7 ,in general ,the working group shall be composed of at least #a representative from each of the following3 7i7 ,consumer ,product ,safety ,commission4 7ii7 ,department of ,transportation4 7iii7 ,national ,institute on ,standards and ,technology4 7iv7 ,food and ,drug ,administration4 7,b7 ,additional members ,the working group may include not more than #d additional members with expertise in the safe manufacture1 use1 or transportation of lithium batteries and cells4 7,c7 ,subcommittees ,the ,president1 or members of the working group1 may-- 7i7 establish working group subcommittees to focus on specific issues related to the safe manufacture1 use1 or transportation of lithium batteries and cells2 and 7ii7 include in a subcommittee the participation of nonmember stakeholders with expertise in areas that the ,president or members consider necessary4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date it is established under subsection 7b71 the working group shall-- 7,a7 research-- 7i7 additional ways to decrease the risk of fires and explosions from lithium batteries and cells2 7ii7 additional ways to ensure uniform transportation requirements for both bulk and individual batteries2 and 7iii7 new or existing technologies that could reduce the fire and explosion risk of lithium batteries and cells2 and 7,b7 transmit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the research under subparagraph 7,a71 including any legislative recommendations to effectuate the safety improvements described in clauses 7i7 through 7iii7 of that subparagraph4 7#c7 ,exemption from ,,faca ,the ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act 7#e ,u4,s4,c4 ,app47 shall not apply to the working group4 7#d7 ,termination ,the working group1 and any working group subcommittees1 shall terminate #ij days after the date the report is transmitted under paragraph 7#b74 #bcah4 ,prohibition on implementation of policy change to permit small1 non-locking knives on aircraft 7a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 on and after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security may not implement any change to the prohibited items list of the ,transportation ,security ,administration that would permit passengers to carry small1 non-locking knives through passenger screening checkpoints at airports1 into sterile areas at airports1 or on board passenger aircraft4 7b7 ,prohibited items list defined ,in this section1 the term prohibited items list means the list of items passengers are prohibited from carrying as accessible property or on their persons through passenger screening checkpoints at airports1 into sterile areas at airports1 and on board passenger aircraft pursuant to section #aedj4aaa of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #bcai4 ,aircraft cabin evacuation procedures 7a7 ,review ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall review-- 7#a7 evacuation certification of transport-category aircraft used in air transportation1 with regard to-- 7,a7 emergency conditions1 including impacts into water2 7,b7 crew procedures used for evacuations under actual emergency conditions2 7,c7 any relevant changes to passenger demographics and legal requirements1 including the ,americans with ,disabilities ,act of #aiij 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #abaja et seq471 that affect emergency evacuations2 and 7,d7 any relevant changes to passenger seating configurations1 including changes to seat width1 padding1 reclining1 size1 pitch1 leg room1 and aisle width2 and 7#b7 recent accidents and incidents in which passengers evacuated such aircraft4 7b7 ,consultation2 review of data ,in conducting the review under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 consult with the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 transport-category aircraft manufacturers1 air carriers1 and other relevant experts and ,federal agencies1 including groups representing passengers1 airline crew members1 maintenance employees1 and emergency responders2 and 7#b7 review relevant data with respect to evacuation certification of transport-category aircraft4 7c7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the review under subsection 7a7 and related recommendations1 if any1 including recommendations for revisions to the assumptions and methods used for assessing evacuation certification of transport-category aircraft4 #bcbj4 ,,gao study of universal deployment of advanced imaging technologies 7a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall conduct a study of the costs that would be incurred-- 7#a7 to redesign airport security areas to fully deploy advanced imaging technologies at all commercial airports at which security screening operations are conducted by the ,transportation ,security ,administration or through the ,screening ,partnership ,program2 and 7#b7 to fully deploy advanced imaging technologies at all airports not described in paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,cost analysis ,as a part of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall identify the costs that would be incurred-- 7#a7 to purchase the equipment and other assets necessary to deploy advanced imaging technologies at each airport2 7#b7 to install such equipment and assets in each airport2 and 7#c7 to maintain such equipment and assets4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #f months after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 to the appropriate committees of ,congress4 ,d ,general aviation safety #bdja4 ,automated weather observing systems policy 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall-- 7#a7 update automated weather observing systems standards to maximize the use of new technologies that promote the reduction of equipment or maintenance cost for non-,federal automated weather observing systems1 including the use of remote monitoring and maintenance1 unless demonstrated to be ineffective2 7#b7 review1 and if necessary update1 existing policies in accordance with the standards developed under paragraph 7#a72 and 7#c7 establish a process under which appropriate on site airport personnel or an aviation official may1 with appropriate manufacturer training or alternative training as determined by the ,administrator1 be permitted to conduct the minimum tri-annual preventative maintenance checks under the advisory circular for non-,federal automated weather observing systems 7,,ac #aej_/ebbj-af;,d74 7b7 ,permission ,permission to conduct the minimum tri-annual preventative maintenance checks described under subsection 7a77#c7 shall not be withheld but for specific cause4 7c7 ,standards ,in updating the standards under subsection 7a77#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 ensure the standards are performance-based2 7#b7 use risk analysis to determine the accuracy of the automated weather observing systems outputs required for pilots to perform safe aircraft operations2 and 7#c7 provide a cost benefit analysis to determine whether the benefits outweigh the cost for any requirement not directly related to safety4 7d7 ,report ,not later than ,september #cj1 #bjag1 the ,administrator shall provide a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the implementation of requirements under this section4 #bdjb4 ,tower marking 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall issue regulations to require the marking of covered towers4 7b7 ,marking required ,the regulations under subsection 7a7 shall require that a covered tower be clearly marked in a manner that is consistent with applicable guidance under the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,advisory ,circular issued ,december #d1 #bjae 7,,ac #gj_/gdfj-a,l7 or other relevant safety guidance1 as determined by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,application ,the regulations issued under subsection 7a7 shall ensure that-- 7#a7 all covered towers constructed on or after the date on which such regulations take effect are marked in accordance with subsection 7b72 and 7#b7 a covered tower constructed before the date on which such regulations take effect is marked in accordance with subsection 7b7 not later than #a year after such effective date4 7d7 ,definition of covered tower 7#a7 ,in general ,in this section1 the term covered tower means a structure that-- 7,a7 is self-standing or supported by guy wires and ground anchors2 7,b7 is #aj feet or less in diameter at the above-ground base1 excluding concrete footing2 7,c7 at the highest point of the structure is at least #ej feet above ground level2 7,d7 at the highest point of the structure is not more than #bjj feet above ground level2 7,e7 has accessory facilities on which an antenna1 sensor1 camera1 meteorological instrument1 or other equipment is mounted2 and 7,f7 is located-- 7i7 outside the boundaries of an incorporated city or town2 or 7ii7 on land that is-- 7,i7 undeveloped2 or 7,,ii7 used for agricultural purposes4 7#b7 ,exclusions ,the term covered tower does not include any structure that-- 7,a7 is adjacent to a house1 barn1 electric utility station1 or other building2 7,b7 is within the curtilage of a farmstead2 7,c7 supports electric utility transmission or distribution lines2 7,d7 is a wind powered electrical generator with a rotor blade radius that exceeds #f feet2 or 7,e7 is a street light erected or maintained by a ,federal1 ,state1 local1 or tribal entity4 7e7 ,database ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 develop a database that contains the location and height of each covered tower2 7#b7 keep the database current to the extent practicable2 7#c7 ensure that any proprietary information in the database is protected from disclosure in accordance with law2 and 7#d7 ensure access to the database is limited to individuals1 such as airmen1 who require the information for aviation safety purposes only4 #bdjc4 ,crash-resistant fuel systems ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall evaluate and update1 as necessary1 standards for crash-resistant fuel systems for civilian rotorcraft4 #bdjd4 ,requirement to consult with stakeholders in defining scope and requirements for ,future ,flight ,service ,program ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall consult with general aviation stakeholders in defining the scope and requirements for any new ,future ,flight ,service ,program of the ,administration to be used in a competitive source selection for the next flight service contract with the ,administration4 #bdje4 ,heads-up guidance system technologies 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall initiate a review of heads-up guidance system displays 7in this section referred to as ,,hgs74 7b7 ,contents ,the review required by subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 evaluate the impacts of single- and dual-installed ,,hgs technology on the safety and efficiency of aircraft operations within the national airspace system2 7#b7 review a sufficient quantity of commercial aviation accidents or incidents in order to evaluate if ,,hgs technology would have produced a better outcome in that accident or incident2 and 7#c7 update previous ,,hgs studies performed by the ,flight ,safety ,foundation in #aiia and #bjji4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #ah months after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the review required by subsection 7a74 ,e ,general provisions #beja4 ,designated agency safety and health officer 7a7 ,in general ,section #ajf is amended by adding at the end the following3 7u7 ,designated agency safety and health officer 7#a7 ,appointment ,there shall be a ,designated ,agency ,safety and ,health ,officer appointed by the ,administrator who shall exclusively fulfill the duties prescribed in this subsection4 7#b7 ,responsibilities ,the ,designated ,agency ,safety and ,health ,officer shall have responsibility and accountability for-- 7,a7 auditing occupational safety and health issues across the ,administration2 7,b7 overseeing ,administration-wide compliance with relevant ,federal occupational safety and health statutes and regulations1 national industry and consensus standards1 and ,administration policies2 and 7,c7 encouraging a culture of occupational safety and health to complement the ,administration's existing safety culture4 7#c7 ,reporting structure ,the ,designated ,agency ,safety and ,health ,officer shall occupy a full-time1 senior executive position and shall report directly to the ,assistant ,administrator for ,human ,resource ,management4 7#d7 ,qualifications and removal 7,a7 ,qualifications ,the ,designated ,agency ,safety and ,health ,officer shall have demonstrated ability and experience in the establishment and administration of comprehensive occupational safety and health programs and knowledge of relevant ,federal occupational safety and health statutes and regulations1 national industry and consensus standards1 and ,administration policies4 7,b7 ,removal ,the ,designated ,agency ,safety and ,health ,officer shall serve at the pleasure of the ,administrator4 4 7b7 ,deadline for appointment ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall appoint an individual to serve as the ,designated ,agency ,safety and ,health ,officer under section #ajf7u7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #bejb4 ,repair stations located outside ,united ,states 7a7 ,risk-based oversight ,section #ddgcc is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsection 7f7 as subsection 7g72 7#b7 by inserting after subsection 7e7 the following3 7f7 ,risk-based oversight 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 the ,administrator shall take measures to ensure that the safety assessment system established under subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 places particular consideration on inspections of part #ade repair stations located outside the ,united ,states that conduct scheduled heavy maintenance work on part #aba air carrier aircraft2 and 7,b7 accounts for the frequency and seriousness of any corrective actions that part #aba air carriers must implement to aircraft following such work at such repair stations4 7#b7 ,international agreements ,the ,administrator shall take the measures required under paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 in accordance with the ,united ,states obligations under applicable international agreements2 and 7,b7 in a manner consistent with the applicable laws of the country in which a repair station is located4 7#c7 ,access to data ,the ,administrator may access and review such information or data in the possession of a part #aba air carrier as the ,administrator may require in carrying out paragraph 7#a77;,b74 2 and 7#c7 in subsection 7g71 as redesignated-- 7,a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 as paragraphs 7#b7 and 7#c71 respectively2 and 7,b7 by inserting before paragraph 7#b71 as redesignated1 the following3 7#a7 ,heavy maintenance work ,the term heavy maintenance work means a ,c-check1 a ,d-check1 or equivalent maintenance operation with respect to the airframe of a transport-category aircraft4 4 7b7 ,alcohol and controlled substances testing ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall ensure that-- 7#a7 not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 a notice of proposed rulemaking required pursuant to section #ddgcc7;d77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is published in the ,federal ,register2 and 7#b7 not later than #a year after the date on which the notice of proposed rulemaking is published in the ,federal ,register1 the rulemaking is finalized4 7c7 ,background investigations ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall ensure that each employee of a repair station certificated under part #ade of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 who performs a safety-sensitive function on an air carrier aircraft has undergone a preemployment background investigation sufficient to determine whether the individual presents a threat to aviation safety1 in a manner that is-- 7#a7 determined acceptable by the ,administrator2 7#b7 consistent with the applicable laws of the country in which the repair station is located2 and 7#c7 consistent with the ,united ,states obligations under international agreements4 #bejc4 ,,faa technical training 7a7 ,e-learning training pilot program ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in collaboration with the exclusive bargaining representatives of covered ,,faa personnel1 shall establish an e-learning training pilot program in accordance with the requirements of this section4 7b7 ,curriculum ,the pilot program shall-- 7#a7 include a recurrent training curriculum for covered ,,faa personnel to ensure that the covered ,,faa personnel receive instruction on the latest aviation technologies1 processes1 and procedures2 7#b7 focus on providing specialized technical training for covered ,,faa personnel1 as determined necessary by the ,administrator2 7#c7 include training courses on applicable regulations of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 and 7#d7 consider the efficacy of instructor-led online training4 7c7 ,pilot program termination ,the pilot program shall terminate #a year after the date of establishment of the pilot program4 7d7 ,e-learning training program ,upon termination of the pilot program1 the ,administrator shall assess and establish or update an e-learning training program that incorporates lessons learned for covered ,,faa personnel as a result of the pilot program4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered ,,faa personnel ,the term covered ,,faa personnel means airway transportation systems specialists and aviation safety inspectors of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#b7 ,e-learning training ,the term e-learning training means learning utilizing electronic technologies to access educational curriculum outside of a traditional classroom4 #bejd4 ,safety critical staffing 7a7 ,audit by ,,dot ,inspector ,general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation shall conduct and complete an audit of the staffing model used by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to determine the number of aviation safety inspectors that are needed to fulfill the mission of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and adequately ensure aviation safety4 7b7 ,contents ,the audit shall include1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 a review of the staffing model and an analysis of how consistently the staffing model is applied throughout the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's aviation safety lines of business2 7#b7 a review of the assumptions and methods used in devising and implementing the staffing model to assess the adequacy of the staffing model to predict the number of aviation safety inspectors needed to properly fulfill the mission of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and meet the future growth of the aviation industry2 and 7#c7 a determination on whether the current staffing model takes into account the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's authority to fully utilize designees4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #cj days after the date of completion of the audit1 the ,inspector ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the audit4 #beje4 ,approach control radar in all air traffic control towers ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall-- 7#a7 identify airports that are currently served by ,federal ,aviation ,administration towers with non-radar approach and departure control 7,type #d tower72 and 7#b7 develop an implementation plan1 including budgetary considerations1 to provide the facilities identified under paragraph 7#a7 with approach control radar4 #bejf4 ,airspace management advisory committee 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish an advisory committee to carry out the duties described in subsection 7b74 7b7 ,duties ,the advisory committee shall-- 7#a7 conduct a review of the practices and procedures of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration for developing proposals with respect to changes in regulations1 policies1 or guidance of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration relating to airspace that affect airport operations1 airport capacity1 the environment1 or communities in the vicinity of airports1 including-- 7,a7 an assessment of the extent to which there is consultation1 or a lack of consultation1 with respect to such proposals-- 7i7 between and among the affected elements of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 including the ,air ,traffic ,organization1 the ,office of ,airports1 the ,flight ,standards ,service1 the ,office of ,next,gen1 and the ,office of ,energy and ,environment2 and 7ii7 between the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and affected entities1 including airports1 aircraft operators1 communities1 and ,state and local governments2 7#b7 recommend revisions to such practices and procedures to improve communications and coordination between and among affected elements of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and with other affected entities with respect to proposals described in paragraph 7#a7 and the potential effects of such proposals2 7#c7 conduct a review of the management by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration of systems and information used to evaluate data relating to obstructions to air navigation or navigational facilities under part #gg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#d7 make recommendations to ensure that the data described in paragraph 7#c7 is publicly accessible and streamlined to ensure developers1 airport operators1 and other interested parties may obtain relevant information concerning potential obstructions when working to preserve and create a safe and efficient navigable airspace4 7c7 ,membership ,the membership of the advisory committee established under subsection 7a7 shall include representatives of-- 7#a7 air carriers1 including passenger and cargo air carriers2 7#b7 general aviation1 including business aviation and fixed wing aircraft and rotocraft2 7#c7 airports of various sizes and types2 7#d7 air traffic controllers2 and 7#e7 ,state aviation officials4 7d7 ,report required ,not later than one year after the establishment of the advisory committee under subsection 7a71 the advisory committee shall submit to ,congress a report on the actions taken by the advisory committee to carry out the duties described in subsection 7b74 ,f ,third class medical reform and general aviation pilot protections #bfja4 ,short title ,this subtitle may be cited as the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights #b4 #bfjb4 ,medical certification of certain small aircraft pilots 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall issue or revise regulations to ensure that an individual may operate as pilot in command of a covered aircraft if-- 7#a7 the individual possesses a valid driver's license issued by a ,state1 territory1 or possession of the ,united ,states and complies with all medical requirements or restrictions associated with that license2 7#b7 the individual holds a medical certificate issued by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration on the date of enactment of this ,act1 held such a certificate at any point during the #aj-year period preceding such date of enactment1 or obtains such a certificate after such date of enactment2 7#c7 the most recent medical certificate issued by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to the individual-- 7,a7 indicates whether the certificate is first1 second1 or third class2 7,b7 may include authorization for special issuance2 7,c7 may be expired2 7,d7 cannot have been revoked or suspended2 and 7,e7 cannot have been withdrawn2 7#d7 the most recent application for airman medical certification submitted to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration by the individual cannot have been completed and denied2 7#e7 the individual has completed a medical education course described in subsection 7c7 during the #bd calendar months before acting as pilot in command of a covered aircraft and demonstrates proof of completion of the course2 7#f7 the individual1 when serving as a pilot in command1 is under the care and treatment of a physician if the individual has been diagnosed with any medical condition that may impact the ability of the individual to fly2 7#g7 the individual has received a comprehensive medical examination from a ,state-licensed physician during the previous #dh months and-- 7,a7 prior to the examination1 the individual-- 7i7 completed the individual's section of the checklist described in subsection 7b72 and 7ii7 provided the completed checklist to the physician performing the examination2 and 7,b7 the physician conducted the comprehensive medical examination in accordance with the checklist described in subsection 7b71 checking each item specified during the examination and addressing1 as medically appropriate1 every medical condition listed1 and any medications the individual is taking2 and 7#h7 the individual is operating in accordance with the following conditions3 7,a7 ,the covered aircraft is carrying not more than #e passengers4 7,b7 ,the individual is operating the covered aircraft under visual flight rules or instrument flight rules4 7,c7 ,the flight1 including each portion of that flight1 is not carried out-- 7i7 for compensation or hire1 including that no passenger or property on the flight is being carried for compensation or hire2 7ii7 at an altitude that is more than #ah1jjj feet above mean sea level2 7iii7 outside the ,united ,states1 unless authorized by the country in which the flight is conducted2 or 7iv7 at an indicated air speed exceeding #bej knots4 7b7 ,comprehensive medical examination 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop a checklist for an individual to complete and provide to the physician performing the comprehensive medical examination required in subsection 7a77#g74 7#b7 ,requirements ,the checklist shall contain-- 7,a7 a section1 for the individual to complete that contains-- 7i7 boxes #c through #ac and boxes #af through #ai of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,form #hejj-h 7#c-ii72 7ii7 a signature line for the individual to affirm that-- 7,i7 the answers provided by the individual on that checklist1 including the individual's answers regarding medical history1 are true and complete2 7,,ii7 the individual understands that he or she is prohibited under ,federal ,aviation ,administration regulations from acting as pilot in command1 or any other capacity as a required flight crew member1 if he or she knows or has reason to know of any medical deficiency or medically disqualifying condition that would make the individual unable to operate the aircraft in a safe manner2 and 7,,iii7 the individual is aware of the regulations pertaining to the prohibition on operations during medical deficiency and has no medically disqualifying conditions in accordance with applicable law2 7,b7 a section with instructions for the individual to provide the completed checklist to the physician performing the comprehensive medical examination required in subsection 7a77#g72 and 7,c7 a section1 for the physician to complete1 that instructs the physician-- 7i7 to perform a clinical examination of-- 7,i7 head1 face1 neck1 and scalp2 7,,ii7 nose1 sinuses1 mouth1 and throat2 7,,iii7 ears1 general 7internal and external canals71 and eardrums 7perforation72 7,,iv7 eyes 7general71 ophthalmoscopic1 pupils 7equality and reaction71 and ocular motility 7associated parallel movement1 nystagmus72 7,v7 lungs and chest 7not including breast examination72 7,,vi7 heart 7precordial activity1 rhythm1 sounds1 and murmurs72 7,,vii7 vascular system 7pulse1 amplitude1 and character1 and arms1 legs1 and others72 7,,viii7 abdomen and viscera 7including hernia72 7,,ix7 anus 7not including digital examination72 7,x7 skin2 7,,xi7 ,g-,u system 7not including pelvic examination72 7,,xii7 upper and lower extremities 7strength and range of motion72 7,,xiii7 spine and other musculoskeletal2 7,,xiv7 identifying body marks1 scars1 and tattoos 7size and location72 7,,xv7 lymphatics2 7,,xvi7 neurologic 7tendon reflexes1 equilibrium1 senses1 cranial nerves1 and coordination1 etc472 7,,xvii7 psychiatric 7appearance1 behavior1 mood1 communication1 and memory72 7,,xviii7 general systemic2 7,,xix7 hearing2 7,,xx7 vision 7distant1 near1 and intermediate vision1 field of vision1 color vision1 and ocular alignment72 7,,xxi7 blood pressure and pulse2 and 7,,xxii7 anything else the physician1 in his or her medical judgment1 considers necessary2 7ii7 to exercise medical discretion to address1 as medically appropriate1 any medical conditions identified1 and to exercise medical discretion in determining whether any medical tests are warranted as part of the comprehensive medical examination2 7iii7 to discuss all drugs the individual reports taking 7prescription and nonprescription7 and their potential to interfere with the safe operation of an aircraft or motor vehicle2 7iv7 to sign the checklist1 stating3 ,i certify that ,i discussed all items on this checklist with the individual during my examination1 discussed any medications the individual is taking that could interfere with their ability to safely operate an aircraft or motor vehicle1 and performed an examination that included all of the items on this checklist4 ,i certify that ,i am not aware of any medical condition that1 as presently treated1 could interfere with the individual's ability to safely operate an aircraft42 and 7v7 to provide the date the comprehensive medical examination was completed1 and the physician's full name1 address1 telephone number1 and ,state medical license number4 7#c7 ,logbook ,the completed checklist shall be retained in the individual's logbook and made available on request4 7c7 ,medical education course requirements ,the medical education course described in this subsection shall-- 7#a7 be available on the ,internet free of charge2 7#b7 be developed and periodically updated in coordination with representatives of relevant nonprofit and not-for-profit general aviation stakeholder groups2 7#c7 educate pilots on conducting medical self-assessments2 7#d7 advise pilots on identifying warning signs of potential serious medical conditions2 7#e7 identify risk mitigation strategies for medical conditions2 7#f7 increase awareness of the impacts of potentially impairing over-the-counter and prescription drug medications2 7#g7 encourage regular medical examinations and consultations with primary care physicians2 7#h7 inform pilots of the regulations pertaining to the prohibition on operations during medical deficiency and medically disqualifying conditions2 7#i7 provide the checklist developed by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration in accordance with subsection 7b72 and 7#aj7 upon successful completion of the course1 electronically provide to the individual and transmit to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration-- 7,a7 a certification of completion of the medical education course1 which shall be printed and retained in the individual's logbook and made available upon request1 and shall contain the individual's name1 address1 and airman certificate number2 7,b7 subject to subsection 7d71 a release authorizing the ,national ,driver ,register through a designated ,state ,department of ,motor ,vehicles to furnish to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration information pertaining to the individual's driving record2 7,c7 a certification by the individual that the individual is under the care and treatment of a physician if the individual has been diagnosed with any medical condition that may impact the ability of the individual to fly1 as required under 7a77#f72 7,d7 a form that includes-- 7i7 the name1 address1 telephone number1 and airman certificate number of the individual2 7ii7 the name1 address1 telephone number1 and ,state medical license number of the physician performing the comprehensive medical examination required in subsection 7a77#g72 7iii7 the date of the comprehensive medical examination required in subsection 7a77#g72 and 7iv7 a certification by the individual that the checklist described in subsection 7b7 was followed and signed by the physician in the comprehensive medical examination required in subsection 7a77#g72 and 7,e7 a statement1 which shall be printed1 and signed by the individual certifying that the individual understands the existing prohibition on operations during medical deficiency by stating3 ,i understand that ,i cannot act as pilot in command1 or any other capacity as a required flight crew member1 if ,i know or have reason to know of any medical condition that would make me unable to operate the aircraft in a safe manner44 7d7 ,national driver register ,the authorization under subsection 7c77#aj77;,b7 shall be an authorization for a single access to the information contained in the ,national ,driver ,register4 7e7 ,special issuance process 7#a7 ,in general ,an individual who has qualified for the third-class medical certificate exemption under subsection 7a7 and is seeking to serve as a pilot in command of a covered aircraft shall be required to have completed the process for obtaining an ,authorization for ,special ,issuance of a ,medical ,certificate for each of the following3 7,a7 ,a mental health disorder1 limited to an established medical history or clinical diagnosis of-- 7i7 personality disorder that is severe enough to have repeatedly manifested itself by overt acts2 7ii7 psychosis1 defined as a case in which an individual-- 7,i7 has manifested delusions1 hallucinations1 grossly bizarre or disorganized behavior1 or other commonly accepted symptoms of psychosis2 or 7,,ii7 may reasonably be expected to manifest delusions1 hallucinations1 grossly bizarre or disorganized behavior1 or other commonly accepted symptoms of psychosis2 7iii7 bipolar disorder2 or 7iv7 substance dependence within the previous #b years1 as defined in section #fg4cjg7;a77#d7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7,b7 ,a neurological disorder1 limited to an established medical history or clinical diagnosis of any of the following3 7i7 ,epilepsy4 7ii7 ,disturbance of consciousness without satisfactory medical explanation of the cause4 7iii7 ,a transient loss of control of nervous system functions without satisfactory medical explanation of the cause4 7,c7 ,a cardiovascular condition1 limited to a one-time special issuance for each diagnosis of the following3 7i7 ,myocardial infraction4 7ii7 ,coronary heart disease that has required treatment4 7iii7 ,cardiac valve replacement4 7iv7 ,heart replacement4 7#b7 ,special rule for cardiovascular conditions ,in the case of an individual with a cardiovascular condition1 the process for obtaining an ,authorization for ,special ,issuance of a ,medical ,certificate shall be satisfied with the successful completion of an appropriate clinical evaluation without a mandatory wait period4 7#c7 ,special rule for mental health conditions 7,a7 ,in the case of an individual with a clinically diagnosed mental health condition1 the third-class medical certificate exemption under subsection 7a7 shall not apply if-- 7i7 in the judgment of the individual's ,state-licensed medical specialist1 the condition-- 7,i7 renders the individual unable to safely perform the duties or exercise the airman privileges described in subsection 7a77#h72 or 7,,ii7 may reasonably be expected to make the individual unable to perform the duties or exercise the privileges described in subsection 7a77#h72 or 7ii7 the individual's driver's license is revoked by the issuing agency as a result of a clinically diagnosed mental health condition4 7,b7 ,subject to subparagraph 7,a71 an individual clinically diagnosed with a mental health condition shall certify every #b years1 in conjunction with the certification under subsection 7c77#aj77;,c71 that the individual is under the care of a ,state-licensed medical specialist for that mental health condition4 7#d7 ,special rule for neurological conditions 7,a7 ,in the case of an individual with a clinically diagnosed neurological condition1 the third-class medical certificate exemption under subsection 7a7 shall not apply if-- 7i7 in the judgment of the individual's ,state-licensed medical specialist1 the condition-- 7,i7 renders the individual unable to safely perform the duties or exercise the airman privileges described in subsection 7a77#h72 or 7,,ii7 may reasonably be expected to make the individual unable to perform the duties or exercise the privileges described in subsection 7a77#h72 or 7ii7 the individual's driver's license is revoked by the issuing agency as a result of a clinically diagnosed neurological condition4 7,b7 ,subject to subparagraph 7,a71 an individual clinically diagnosed with a neurological condition shall certify every #b years1 in conjunction with the certification under subsection 7c77#aj77;,c71 that the individual is under the care of a ,state-licensed medical specialist for that neurological condition4 7f7 ,identification of additional medical conditions for the caci program 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review and identify additional medical conditions that could be added to the program known as the ,conditions ,a,m,es ,can ,issue 7,,caci7 program4 7#b7 ,consultations ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consult with aviation1 medical1 and union stakeholders4 7#c7 ,report required ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report listing the medical conditions that have been added to the ,,caci program under paragraph 7#a74 7g7 ,expedited authorization for special issuance of a medical certificate 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall implement procedures to expedite the process for obtaining an ,authorization for ,special ,issuance of a ,medical ,certificate under section #fg4dja of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,consultations ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consult with aviation1 medical1 and union stakeholders4 7#c7 ,report required ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report describing how the procedures implemented under paragraph 7#a7 will streamline the process for obtaining an ,authorization for ,special ,issuance of a ,medical ,certificate and reduce the amount of time needed to review and decide special issuance cases4 7h7 ,report required ,not later than #e years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 shall submit to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report that describes the effect of the regulations issued or revised under subsection 7a7 and includes statistics with respect to changes in small aircraft activity and safety incidents4 7i7 ,prohibition on enforcement actions ,beginning on the date that is #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator may not take an enforcement action for not holding a valid third-class medical certificate against a pilot of a covered aircraft for a flight1 through a good faith effort1 if the pilot and the flight meet the applicable requirements under subsection 7a71 except paragraph 7#e7 of that subsection1 unless the ,administrator has published final regulations in the ,federal ,register under that subsection4 7j7 ,covered aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term covered aircraft means an aircraft that-- 7#a7 is authorized under ,federal law to carry not more than #f occupants2 and 7#b7 has a maximum certificated takeoff weight of not more than #f1jjj pounds4 7k7 ,operations covered ,the provisions and requirements covered in this section do not apply to pilots who elect to operate under the medical requirements under subsection 7b7 or subsection 7c7 of section #fa4bc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7l7 ,authority ,to require additional information 7#a7 ,in general ,if the ,administrator receives credible or urgent information1 including from the ,national ,driver ,register or the ,administrator's ,safety ,hotline1 that reflects on an individual's ability to safely operate a covered aircraft under the third-class medical certificate exemption in subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may require the individual to provide additional information or history so that the ,administrator may determine whether the individual is safe to continue operating a covered aircraft4 7#b7 ,use of information ,the ,administrator may use credible or urgent information received under paragraph 7#a7 to request an individual to provide additional information or to take actions under section #ddgji7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #bfjc4 ,expansion of pilot's bill of rights 7a7 ,appeals of suspended and revoked airman certificates ,section #b7;d77#a7 of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7,public ,law #aab-aec2 #abf ,stat4 #aaei2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note7 is amended by striking or imposing a punitive civil action or an emergency order of revocation under subsections 7d7 and 7e7 of section #ddgji of such title and inserting suspending or revoking an airman certificate under section #ddgji7;d7 of such title1 or imposing an emergency order of revocation under subsections 7d7 and 7e7 of section #ddgji of such title4 7b7 ,de novo review by district court2 burden of proof ,section #b7;e7 of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7,public ,law #aab-aec2 #abf ,stat4 #aaei2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by amending paragraph 7#a7 to read as follows3 7#a7 ,in general ,in an appeal filed under subsection 7d7 in a ,united ,states district court with respect to a denial1 suspension1 or revocation of an airman certificate by the ,administrator-- 7,a7 the district court shall review the denial1 suspension1 or revocation de novo1 including by-- 7i7 conducting a full independent review of the complete administrative record of the denial1 suspension1 or revocation2 7ii7 permitting additional discovery and the taking of additional evidence2 and 7iii7 making the findings of fact and conclusions of law required by ,rule #eb of the ,federal ,rules of ,civil ,procedure without being bound to any findings of fact of the ,administrator or the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board4 2 7#b7 by redesignating paragraph 7#b7 as paragraph 7#c72 and 7#c7 by inserting after paragraph 7#a7 the following3 7#b7 ,burden of proof ,in an appeal filed under subsection 7d7 in a ,united ,states district court after an exhaustion of administrative remedies1 the burden of proof shall be as follows3 7,a7 ,in an appeal of the denial of an application for the issuance or renewal of an airman certificate under section #ddgjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the burden of proof shall be upon the applicant denied an airman certificate by the ,administrator4 7,b7 ,in an appeal of an order issued by the ,administrator under section #ddgji of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the burden of proof shall be upon the ,administrator4 2 and 7#d7 by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 ,applicability of ,administrative ,procedure ,act ,notwithstanding paragraph 7#a77;,a7 of this subsection or subsection 7a77#a7 of section #eed of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 section #eed of such title shall apply to adjudications of the ,administrator and the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board to the same extent as that section applied to such adjudications before the date of enactment of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights #b4 4 7c7 ,notification of investigation ,subsection 7b7 of section #b of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7,public ,law #aab-aec2 #abf ,stat4 #aaei2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#b77;,a71 by inserting and the specific activity on which the investigation is based after nature of the investigation2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#c71 by striking timely2 and 7#c7 in paragraph 7#e71 by striking section #ddgji7;c77#b7 and inserting section #ddgji7;e77#b74 7d7 ,release of investigative reports ,section #b of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7,public ,law #aab-aec2 #abf ,stat4 #aaei2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note7 is further amended by inserting after subsection 7e7 the following3 7f7 ,release of investigative reports 7#a7 ,in general 7,a7 ,emergency orders ,in any proceeding conducted under part #hba of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 relating to the amendment1 modification1 suspension1 or revocation of an airman certificate1 in which the ,administrator issues an emergency order under subsections 7d7 and 7e7 of section #ddgji1 section #ddgaj1 or section #dfaje7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 or another order that takes effect immediately1 the ,administrator shall provide to the individual holding the airman certificate the releasable portion of the investigative report at the time the ,administrator issues the order4 ,if the complete ,report of ,investigation is not available at the time the ,emergency ,order is issued1 the ,administrator shall issue all portions of the report that are available at the time and shall provide the full report within #e days of its completion4 7,b7 ,other orders ,in any non-emergency proceeding conducted under part #hba of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 relating to the amendment1 modification1 suspension1 or revocation of an airman certificate1 in which the ,administrator notifies the certificate holder of a proposed certificate action under subsections 7b7 and 7c7 of section #ddgji or section #ddgaj of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the ,administrator shall1 upon the written request of the covered certificate holder and at any time after that notification1 provide to the covered certificate holder the releasable portion of the investigative report4 7#b7 ,motion for dismissal ,if the ,administrator does not provide the releasable portions of the investigative report to the individual holding the airman certificate subject to the proceeding referred to in paragraph 7#a7 by the time required by that paragraph1 the individual may move to dismiss the complaint of the ,administrator or for other relief and1 unless the ,administrator establishes good cause for the failure to provide the investigative report or for a lack of timeliness1 the administrative law judge shall order such relief as the judge considers appropriate4 7#c7 ,releasable portion of investigative report ,for purposes of paragraph 7#a71 the releasable portion of an investigative report is all information in the report1 except for the following3 7,a7 ,information that is privileged4 7,b7 ,information that constitutes work product or reflects internal deliberative process4 7,c7 ,information that would disclose the identity of a confidential source4 7,d7 ,information the disclosure of which is prohibited by any other provision of law4 7,e7 ,information that is not relevant to the subject matter of the proceeding4 7,f7 ,information the ,administrator can demonstrate is withheld for good cause4 7,g7 ,sensitive security information1 as defined in section #ae4e of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any corresponding similar ruling or regulation74 7#d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection shall be construed to prevent the ,administrator from releasing to an individual subject to an investigation described in subsection 7b77#a7-- 7,a7 information in addition to the information included in the releasable portion of the investigative report2 or 7,b7 a copy of the investigative report before the ,administrator issues a complaint4 4 #bfjd4 ,limitations on reexamination of certificate holders 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddgji7;a7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking ,the ,administrator and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator 2 7#b7 by striking reexamine and inserting 1 except as provided in paragraph 7#b71 reexamine2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#b7 ,limitation on the reexamination of airman certificates 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator may not reexamine an airman holding a student1 sport1 recreational1 or private pilot certificate issued under section #ddgjc of this title if the reexamination is ordered as a result of an event involving the fault of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration or its designee1 unless the ,administrator has reasonable grounds-- 7i7 to establish that the airman may not be qualified to exercise the privileges of a particular certificate or rating1 based upon an act or omission committed by the airman while exercising those privileges1 after the certificate or rating was issued by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration or its designee2 or 7ii7 to demonstrate that the airman obtained the certificate or the rating through fraudulent means or through an examination that was substantially and demonstrably inadequate to establish the airman's qualifications4 7,b7 ,notification requirements ,before taking any action to reexamine an airman under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall provide to the airman-- 7i7 a reasonable basis1 described in detail1 for requesting the reexamination2 and 7ii7 any information gathered by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 that the ,administrator determines is appropriate to provide1 such as the scope and nature of the requested reexamination1 that formed the basis for that justification4 4 7b7 ,amendment1 modification1 suspension1 or revocation of airman certificates after reexamination ,section #ddgji7;b7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a71 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b7 as clauses 7i7 and 7ii71 respectively1 and indenting appropriately2 7#b7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 as subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b71 respectively1 and indenting appropriately2 7#c7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a71 as redesignated1 by striking ,the ,administrator and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b71 the ,administrator 2 and 7#d7 by adding at the end the following3 7#b7 ,amendments1 modifications1 suspensions1 and revocations of airman certificates after reexamination 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator may not issue an order to amend1 modify1 suspend1 or revoke an airman certificate held by a student1 sport1 recreational1 or private pilot and issued under section #ddgjc of this title after a reexamination of the airman holding the certificate unless the ,administrator determines that the airman-- 7i7 lacks the technical skills and competency1 or care1 judgment1 and responsibility1 necessary to hold and safely exercise the privileges of the certificate2 or 7ii7 materially contributed to the issuance of the certificate by fraudulent means4 7,b7 ,standard of review ,any order of the ,administrator under this paragraph shall be subject to the standard of review provided for under section #b of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note74 4 7c7 ,conforming amendments ,section #ddgji7;d77#a7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,a71 by striking subsection 7b77#a77;,a7 and inserting subsection 7b77#a77;,a77i72 and 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,b71 by striking subsection 7b77#a77;,b7 and inserting subsection 7b77#a77;,a77ii74 #bfje4 ,expediting updates to notam program 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,beginning on the date that is #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration may not take any enforcement action against any individual for a violation of a ,,notam 7as defined in section #c of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note77 until the ,administrator certifies to the appropriate congressional committees that the ,administrator has complied with the requirements of section #c of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights1 as amended by this section4 7#b7 ,in this subsection1 the term appropriate congressional committees means-- 7,a7 the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate2 and 7,b7 the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives4 7b7 ,amendments ,section #c of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7,public ,law #aab-aec2 #abf ,stat4 #aafb2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a77#b7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 by striking this ,act and inserting the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights #b2 and 7ii7 by striking begin and inserting complete the implementation of2 7,b7 by amending subparagraph 7,b7 to read as follows3 7,b7 to continue developing and modernizing the ,,notam repository1 in a public central location1 to maintain and archive all ,n,o,t,a,ms1 including the original content and form of the notices1 the original date of publication1 and any amendments to such notices with the date of each amendment1 in a manner that is ,internet-accessible1 machine-readable1 and searchable2 2 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,c71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,d7 by adding at the end the following3 7,d7 to specify the times during which temporary flight restrictions are in effect and the duration of a designation of special use airspace in a specific area4 2 and 7#b7 by amending subsection 7d7 to read as follows3 7d7 ,designation of repository as sole source for ,n,o,t,a,ms 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator-- 7,a7 shall consider the repository for ,n,o,t,a,ms under subsection 7a77#b77;,b7 to be the sole location for airmen to check for ,n,o,t,a,ms2 and 7,b7 may not consider a ,,notam to be announced or published until the ,,notam is included in the repository for ,n,o,t,a,ms under subsection 7a77#b77;,b74 7#b7 ,prohibition on taking action for violations of ,n,o,t,a,ms not in repository 7,a7 ,in general ,except as provided in subparagraph 7,b71 beginning on the date that the repository under subsection 7a77#b77;,b7 is final and published1 the ,administrator may not take any enforcement action against an airman for a violation of a ,,notam during a flight if-- 7i7 that ,,notam is not available through the repository before the commencement of the flight2 and 7ii7 that ,,notam is not reasonably accessible and identifiable to the airman4 7,b7 ,exception for national security ,subparagraph 7,a7 shall not apply in the case of an enforcement action for a violation of a ,,notam that directly relates to national security4 4 #bfjf4 ,accessibility of certain flight data 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dga is amended by inserting after section #dgabd the following3 #dgabd;a4 ,accessibility of certain flight data 7a7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,administration ,the term ,administration means the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#b7 ,administrator ,the term ,administrator means the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#c7 ,applicable individual ,the term applicable individual means an individual who is the subject of an investigation initiated by the ,administrator related to a covered flight record4 7#d7 ,contract tower ,the term contract tower means an air traffic control tower providing air traffic control services pursuant to a contract with the ,administration under the contract air traffic control tower program under section #dgabd7;b77#c74 7#e7 ,covered flight record ,the term covered flight record means any air traffic data 7as defined in section #b7;b77#d77;,b7 of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note771 created1 maintained1 or controlled by any program of the ,administration1 including any program of the ,administration carried out by employees or contractors of the ,administration1 such as contract towers1 flight service stations1 and controller training programs4 7b7 ,provision of covered flight record to administration 7#a7 ,requests ,whenever the ,administration receives a written request for a covered flight record from an applicable individual and the covered flight record is not in the possession of the ,administration1 the ,administrator shall request the covered flight record from the contract tower or other contractor of the ,administration in possession of the covered flight record4 7#b7 ,provision of records ,any covered flight record created1 maintained1 or controlled by a contract tower or another contractor of the ,administration that maintains covered flight records shall be provided to the ,administration if the ,administration requests the record pursuant to paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,notice of proposed certificate action ,if the ,administrator has issued1 or subsequently issues1 a ,notice of ,proposed ,certificate ,action relying on evidence contained in the covered flight record and the individual who is the subject of an investigation has requested the record1 the ,administrator shall promptly produce the record and extend the time the individual has to respond to the ,notice of ,proposed ,certificate ,action until the covered flight record is provided4 7c7 ,implementation 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights #b1 the ,administrator shall promulgate regulations or guidance to ensure compliance with this section4 7#b7 ,compliance by contractors 7,a7 ,compliance with this section by a contract tower or other contractor of the ,administration that maintains covered flight records shall be included as a material term in any contract between the ,administration and the contract tower or contractor entered into or renewed on or after the date of enactment of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights #b4 7,b7 ,subparagraph 7,a7 shall not apply to any contract or agreement in effect on the date of enactment of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights #b unless the contract or agreement is renegotiated1 renewed1 or modified after that date4 4 7b7 ,technical and conforming amendments ,the table of contents for chapter #dga is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dgabd the following3 #dgabd;a4 ,accessibility of certain flight data4 4 #bfjg4 ,authority for legal counsel to issue certain notices ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall revise section #ac4aa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to authorize legal counsel of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to close enforcement actions covered by that section with a warning notice1 letter of correction1 or other administrative action4 ,,iii ,air service improvements #cjja4 ,definitions ,in this title3 7#a7 ,covered air carrier ,the term covered air carrier means an air carrier or a foreign air carrier as those terms are defined in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,online service ,the term online service means any service available over the ,internet1 or that connects to the ,internet or a wide-area network4 7#c7 ,ticket agent ,the term ticket agent has the meaning given the term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 ,a ,passenger air service improvements #caja4 ,causes of airline delays or cancellations 7a7 ,review 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall review the categorization of delays and cancellations with respect to air carriers that are required to report such data4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the review under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall consider1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 whether delays and cancellations attributed by an air carrier to weather were unavoidable due to an operational or air traffic control issue1 or due to the air carrier's preference in determining which flights to delay or cancel during a weather event2 7,b7 whether and to what extent delays and cancellations attributed by an air carrier to weather disproportionately impact service to smaller airports and communities2 and 7,c7 whether it is an unfair or deceptive practice in violation of section #dagab of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 for an air carrier to inform a passenger that a flight is delayed or cancelled due to weather1 without any other context or explanation for the delay or cancellation1 when the air carrier has discretion as to which flights to delay or cancel4 7#c7 ,advisory ,committee for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,the ,secretary may use the ,advisory ,committee for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection1 established under section #daa of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note71 to assist in conducting the review and providing recommendations4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #ij days after the date the review under subsection 7a7 is complete1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the review under subsection 7a71 including any recommendations4 7c7 ,savings provision ,nothing in this section shall be construed as affecting the decision of an air carrier to maximize its system capacity during weather-related events to accommodate the greatest number of passengers4 #cajb4 ,involuntary changes to itineraries 7a7 ,review 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall review whether it is an unfair or deceptive practice in violation of section #dagab of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 for an air carrier to change the itinerary of a passenger1 more than #bd hours before departure1 if the new itinerary involves additional stops or departs #c hours earlier or later and compensation or other more suitable air transportation is not offered4 7#b7 ,advisory ,committee for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,the ,secretary may use the ,advisory ,committee for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection1 established under section #daa of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note71 to assist in conducting the review and providing recommendations4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #ij days after the date the review under subsection 7a7 is complete1 the ,secretary shall submit to appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the review under subsection 7a71 including any recommendations4 #cajc4 ,additional consumer protections ,not later than #ahj days after the date that the reviews under sections #caja and #cajb of this ,act are complete1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall issue a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking to its notice of proposed rulemaking published in the ,federal ,register on ,may #bc1 #bjad 7,,dot-,,ost-#bjad-jjef7 7relating to the transparency of airline ancillary fees and other consumer protection issues7 to consider the following3 7#a7 ,requiring an air carrier to provide notification and refunds or other consideration to a consumer who is impacted by delays or cancellations when an air carrier has a choice as to which flights to cancel or delay during a weather-related event4 7#b7 ,requiring an air carrier to provide notification and refunds or other consideration to a consumer who is impacted by involuntary changes to the consumer's itinerary4 #cajd4 ,addressing the needs of families of passengers involved in aircraft accidents 7a7 ,air carriers holding certificates of public convenience and necessity ,section #daaac is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a71 by striking a major and inserting any2 7#b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#i71 by striking 7and any other victim of the accident7 and inserting 7and any other victim of the accident1 including any victim on the ground72 7,b7 in paragraph 7#af71 by striking major and inserting any2 and 7,c7 in paragraph 7#ag77;,a71 by striking significant and inserting any2 and 7#c7 by amending subsection 7e7 to read as follows3 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,aircraft accident means any aviation disaster1 regardless of its cause or suspected cause1 for which the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board is the lead investigative agency4 7#b7 ,passenger has the meaning given the term in section #aacf4 4 7b7 ,foreign air carriers providing foreign air transportation ,section #dacac is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b71 by striking a major and inserting any2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking a significant and inserting any2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking a significant and inserting any2 7,c7 in paragraph 7#af71 by striking major and inserting any2 and 7,d7 in paragraph 7#ag77;,a71 by striking significant and inserting any4 7c7 ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board ,section #aacf7;a7 is amended by striking aircraft accident within the ,united ,states involving an air carrier or foreign air carrier and resulting in a major loss of life and inserting aircraft accident involving an air carrier or foreign air carrier1 resulting in any loss of life1 and for which the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board will serve as the lead investigative agency4 #caje4 ,emergency medical kits 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall evaluate and revise1 as appropriate1 the regulations under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 regarding the emergency medical equipment requirements1 including the contents of the first-aid kit1 applicable to all certificate holders operating passenger-carrying airplanes under that part4 7b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider whether the minimum contents of approved emergency medical kits1 including approved first-aid kits1 include appropriate medications and equipment to meet the emergency medical needs of children1 including consideration of an epinephrine auto-injector1 as appropriate4 #cajf4 ,travelers with disabilities 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall-- 7#a7 conduct a study of airport accessibility best practices for individuals with disabilities2 and 7#b7 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the study1 including the ,comptroller ,general's findings1 conclusions1 and recommendations4 7b7 ,contents ,the study under subsection 7a7 shall include accessibility best practices beyond those recommended under the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq471 ,rehabilitation ,act of #aigc 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gja et seq471 ,air ,carrier ,access ,act of #aihf 7#ajj ,stat4 #ajhj2 ,public ,law #ii-dce71 or ,americans with ,disabilities ,act of #aiij 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #abaja et seq471 that improve infrastructure and communications1 such as with regard to wayfinding1 amenities1 and passenger care4 #cajg4 ,extension of ,advisory ,committee for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection 7a7 ,termination ,section #daa7;h7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note7 is amended by striking ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjag4 7b7 ,financial disclosure ,section #daa of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note7 is further amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsection 7h7 as subsection 7i72 and 7#b7 by inserting before subsection 7i71 the following3 7h7 ,conflict of interest disclosure ,beginning on the date of enactment of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf1 each member of the advisory committee who is not a government employee shall disclose1 on an annual basis1 any potential conflicts of interest1 including financial conflicts of interest1 to the ,secretary in such form and manner as prescribed by the ,secretary4 4 7c7 ,recommendations ,section #daa7;g7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking of the first #b calendar years beginning after the date of enactment of this ,act and inserting calendar year2 and 7#b7 by inserting and post on the ,department of ,transportation ,web site after ,congress4 #cajh4 ,extension of competitive access reports ,section #dgajg7r77#c7 is amended by striking ,july #af1 #bjaf and inserting ,october #a1 #bjag4 #caji4 ,refunds for delayed baggage 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall issue final regulations to require a covered air carrier to promptly provide an automatic refund to a passenger in the amount of any applicable ancillary fees paid if the covered air carrier has charged the passenger an ancillary fee for checked baggage but the covered air carrier fails to deliver the checked baggage to the passenger not later than #f hours after the arrival of a domestic flight or #ab hours after the arrival of an international flight4 7b7 ,exception ,if as part of the rulemaking the ,secretary makes a determination on the record that a requirement under subsection 7a7 is unfeasible and will negatively affect consumers in certain cases1 the ,secretary may modify #a or both of the deadlines in that subsection for such cases1 except that-- 7#a7 the deadline relating to a domestic flight may not exceed #ab hours after the arrival of the domestic flight2 and 7#b7 the deadline relating to an international flight may not exceed #bd hours after the arrival of the international flight4 #caaj4 ,refunds for other fees that are not honored by a covered air carrier ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall promulgate regulations that require each covered air carrier to promptly provide an automatic refund to a passenger of any ancillary fees paid for services that the passenger does not receive1 including on the passenger's scheduled flight1 on a subsequent replacement itinerary if there has been a rescheduling1 or for a flight not taken by the passenger4 #caaa4 ,disclosure of fees to consumers 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall issue final regulations requiring-- 7#a7 each covered air carrier to disclose to a consumer the baggage fee1 cancellation fee1 change fee1 ticketing fee1 and seat selection fee of that covered air carrier in a standardized format2 and 7#b7 notwithstanding the manner in which information regarding the fees described in paragraph 7#a7 is collected1 each ticket agent to disclose to a consumer such fees of a covered air carrier in the standardized format described in paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,requirements ,the regulations under subsection 7a7 shall require that each disclosure-- 7#a7 if ticketing is done on an ,internet ,web site or other online service-- 7,a7 be prominently displayed to the consumer prior to the point of purchase2 and 7,b7 set forth the fees described in subsection 7a77#a7 in clear and plain language and a font of easily readable size2 and 7#b7 if ticketing is done on the telephone1 be expressly stated to the consumer during the telephone call and prior to the point of purchase4 #caab4 ,seat assignments 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ae months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall complete such actions as may be necessary to require each covered air carrier and ticket agent to disclose to a consumer that seat selection for which a fee is charged is an optional service1 and that if a consumer does not pay for a seat assignment1 a seat will be assigned to the consumer from available inventory at the time the consumer checks in for the flight or prior to departure4 7b7 ,requirements ,the disclosure under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 if ticketing is done on an ,internet ,web site or other online service1 be prominently displayed to the consumer on that ,internet ,web site or online service during the selection of seating or prior to the point of purchase2 and 7#b7 if ticketing is done on the telephone1 be expressly stated to the consumer during the telephone call and prior to the point of purchase4 #caac4 ,lasting improvements to family travel 7a7 ,short title ,this section may be cited as the ,lasting ,improvements to ,family ,travel ,act or the ,,lift ,act4 7b7 ,accompanying minors for security screening ,the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall formalize security screening procedures that allow for one adult family caregiver to accompany a minor child throughout the entirety of the security screening process4 7c7 ,special accommodations for pregnant women ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall review and1 if appropriate1 prescribe regulations that direct all air carriers to include pregnant women in their policies with respect to preboarding or advance boarding of aircraft4 7d7 ,family seating ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall review and1 if appropriate1 establish a policy directing all air carriers to ensure that1 if a family is traveling on a reservation with a child under the age of #ac1 that child is able to sit in a seat adjacent to the seat of an accompanying family member over the age of #ac1 to the maximum extent practicable1 at no additional cost4 #caad4 ,consumer complaint process improvement 7a7 ,in general ,section #dbcjb is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsections 7b7 and 7c7 as subsections 7c7 and 7d71 respectively2 7#b7 by inserting after subsection 7a71 the following3 7b7 ,point of sale ,each air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 and ticket agent shall inform each consumer of a carrier service1 at the point of sale1 that the consumer can file a complaint about that service with the carrier and with the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,division of the ,department of ,transportation4 2 7#c7 by amending subsection 7c71 as redesignated1 to read as follows3 7c7 ,internet ,web site or other online service notice ,each air carrier and foreign air carrier shall include on its ,internet ,web site1 any related mobile device application1 and online service-- 7#a7 the hotline telephone number established under subsection 7a7 or for the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,division of the ,department of ,transportation2 7#b7 an active link and the email address1 telephone number1 and mailing address of the air carrier or foreign air carrier1 as applicable1 for a consumer to submit a complaint to the carrier about the quality of service2 7#c7 notice that the consumer can file a complaint with the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,division of the ,department of ,transportation2 7#d7 an active link to the ,internet ,web site of the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,division of the ,department of ,transportation for a consumer to file a complaint2 and 7#e7 the active link described in paragraph 7#b7 on the same ,internet ,web site page as the active link described in paragraph 7#d74 2 and 7#d7 in subsection 7d71 as redesignated-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by striking ,an air carrier or foreign air carrier providing scheduled air transportation using any aircraft that as originally designed has a passenger capacity of #cj or more passenger seats and inserting ,each air carrier and foreign air carrier2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking air carrier and inserting carrier2 and 7,c7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking air carrier and inserting carrier4 7b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall promulgate regulations to implement the requirements of section #dbcjb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended4 #caae4 ,online access to aviation consumer protection information 7a7 ,internet web site ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall-- 7#a7 complete an evaluation of the aviation consumer protection portion of the ,department of ,transportation's public ,internet ,web site to identify any changes to the user interface that will improve usability1 accessibility1 consumer satisfaction1 and ,web site performance2 7#b7 in completing the evaluation under paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 consider the best practices of other ,federal agencies with effective ,web sites2 and 7,b7 consult with the ,federal ,web ,managers ,council2 7#c7 develop a plan1 including an implementation timeline1 for-- 7,a7 making the changes identified under paragraph 7#a72 and 7,b7 making any necessary changes to that portion of the ,web site that will enable a consumer-- 7i7 to access information regarding each complaint filed with the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,division of the ,department of ,transportation2 7ii7 to search the complaints described in clause 7i7 by the name of the air carrier1 the dates of departure and arrival1 the airports of origin and departure1 and the type of complaint2 and 7iii7 to determine the date a complaint was filed and the date a complaint was resolved2 and 7#d7 submit the evaluation and plan to appropriate committees of ,congress4 7b7 ,mobile application software ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall-- 7#a7 implement a program to develop application software for wireless devices that will enable a user to access information and perform activities related to aviation consumer protection1 such as-- 7,a7 information regarding airline passenger protections1 including protections related to lost baggage and baggage fees1 disclosure of additional fees1 bumping1 cancelled or delayed flights1 damaged or lost baggage1 and tarmac delays2 and 7,b7 file an aviation consumer complaint1 including a safety and security1 airline service1 disability and discrimination1 or privacy complaint1 with the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,division of the ,department of ,transportation2 and 7#b7 make the application software available to the public at no cost4 #caaf4 ,study on in cabin wheelchair restraint systems ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,architectural and ,transportation ,barriers ,compliance ,board1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,transportation1 shall conduct a study to determine the ways in which particular individuals with significant disabilities who use wheelchairs1 including power wheelchairs1 can be accommodated through in cabin wheelchair restraint systems4 #caag4 ,training policies regarding assistance for persons with disabilities 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall submit to ,congress a report describing-- 7#a7 each air carrier's training policy for its personnel and contractors regarding assistance for persons with disabilities1 as required by ,department of ,transportation regulations2 7#b7 any variations among the air carriers in the policies described in paragraph 7#a72 7#c7 how the training policies are implemented to meet the ,department of ,transportation regulations2 7#d7 how frequently an air carrier must train new employees and contractors due to turnover in positions that require such training2 7#e7 how frequently1 in the prior #aj years1 the ,department of ,transportation has requested1 after reviewing a training policy1 that an air carrier take corrective action2 and 7#f7 the action taken by an air carrier under paragraph 7#e74 7b7 ,best practices ,after the date the report is submitted under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary of ,transportation1 based on the findings of the report1 shall develop and disseminate to air carriers such best practices as the ,secretary considers necessary to improve the training policies4 #caah4 ,advisory committee on the air travel needs of passengers with disabilities 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish an advisory committee for the air travel needs of passengers with disabilities 7referred to in this section as the ,advisory ,committee74 7b7 ,duties ,the ,advisory ,committee shall advise the ,secretary with regard to the implementation of the ,air ,carrier ,access ,act of #aihf 7,public ,law #ii-dce2 #ajj ,stat4 #ajhj71 including-- 7#a7 assessing the disability-related access barriers encountered by passengers with disabilities2 7#b7 determining the extent to which the programs and activities of the ,department of ,transportation are addressing the barriers described in paragraph 7#a72 7#c7 recommending improvements to the air travel experience of passengers with disabilities2 and 7#d7 such activities as the ,secretary considers necessary to carry out this section4 7c7 ,membership 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,advisory ,committee shall be comprised of at least #a representative of each of the following groups3 7,a7 ,passengers with disabilities4 7,b7 ,national disability organizations4 7,c7 ,air carriers4 7,d7 ,airport operators4 7,e7 ,contractor service providers4 7#b7 ,appointment ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall appoint each member of the ,advisory ,committee4 7#c7 ,vacancies ,a vacancy in the ,advisory ,committee shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made4 7d7 ,chairperson ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall designate1 from among the members appointed under subsection 7c71 an individual to serve as chairperson of the ,advisory ,committee4 7e7 ,travel expenses ,members of the advisory committee shall serve without pay1 but shall receive travel expenses1 including per diem in lieu of subsistence1 in accordance with subchapter ,i of chapter #eg of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7f7 ,reports 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than ,february #a of each year1 the ,advisory ,committee shall submit to the ,secretary of ,transportation a report on the needs of passengers with disabilities in air travel1 including-- 7,a7 an assessment of disability-related access barriers1 both those that were evident in the preceding year and those that will likely be an issue in the next #e years2 7,b7 an evaluation of the extent to which the ,department of ,transportation's programs and activities are eliminating disability-related access barriers2 7,c7 a description of the ,advisory ,committee's actions during the prior calendar year2 7,d7 a description of activities that the ,advisory ,committee proposed to undertake in the succeeding calendar year2 and 7,e7 any recommendations for legislation1 administrative action1 or other action that the ,advisory ,committee considers appropriate4 7#b7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #fj days after the date the ,secretary receives the report under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall submit to ,congress a copy of the report1 including any additional findings or recommendations that the ,secretary considers appropriate4 7g7 ,termination ,the ,advisory ,committee shall terminate #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act4 #caai4 ,report on covered air carrier change1 cancellation1 and baggage fees 7a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall conduct a study of existing airline industry change1 cancellation1 and bag fees and the current industry practice for handling changes to or cancellation of ticketed travel on covered air carriers4 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study1 the ,comptroller ,general shall consider1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 whether and how each covered air carrier calculates its change fees1 cancellation fees1 and bag fees2 and 7#b7 the relationship between the cost of the ticket and the date of change or cancellation as compared to the date of travel4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the study1 including the ,comptroller ,general's findings1 conclusions1 and recommendations4 #cabj4 ,enforcement of aviation consumer protection rules 7a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall conduct a study to consider and evaluate ,department of ,transportation enforcement of aviation consumer protection rules4 7b7 ,contents ,the study under subsection 7a7 shall include an evaluation of-- 7#a7 available enforcement mechanisms2 7#b7 any obstacles to enforcement2 and 7#c7 trends in ,department of ,transportation enforcement actions4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the study1 including the ,comptroller ,general's findings1 conclusions1 and recommendations4 #caba4 ,dimensions for passenger seats 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall initiate a proceeding to study the minimum seat pitch for passenger seats on aircraft operated by air carriers 7as defined in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code74 7b7 ,considerations ,in reviewing any minimum seat pitch under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall consider the safety of passengers1 including passengers with disabilities4 #cabb4 ,cell phone voice communications 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dag1 as amended by section #bcjg of this ,act1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #dagbf4 ,cell phone voice communications 7a7 ,prohibition authority ,the ,secretary of ,transportation may issue regulations-- 7#a7 to prohibit an individual on an aircraft from engaging in voice communications using a mobile communications device during a flight of that aircraft in scheduled passenger interstate or intrastate air transportation2 and 7#b7 that exempt from the prohibition described in paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 any member of the flight crew on duty on an aircraft2 7,b7 any flight attendant on duty on an aircraft2 and 7,c7 any ,federal law enforcement officer acting in an official capacity4 7b7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,flight ,the term flight means1 with respect to an aircraft1 the period beginning when the aircraft takes off and ending when the aircraft lands4 7#b7 ,mobile communications device 7,a7 ,in general ,the term mobile communications device means any portable wireless telecommunications equipment utilized for the transmission or reception of voice data4 7,b7 ,limitation ,the term mobile communications device does not include a phone installed on an aircraft4 4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents at the beginning of chapter #dag1 as amended by section #bcjg of this ,act1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dagbe the following3 #dagbf4 ,cell phone voice communications4 4 #cabc4 ,availability of slots for new entrant air carriers at ,newark ,liberty ,international ,airport 7a7 ,definitions ,the terms new entrant air carrier and slot have the meanings given those terms in section #dagad7;h7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7b7 ,slots for new entrant air carriers ,the ,secretary shall1 annually1 by granting exemptions from the requirements under part #ic of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or by other means1 make not less than #h slots at ,newark ,liberty ,international ,airport available to enable new entrant air carriers to provide air transportation4 7c7 ,applicability ,subsection 7a7 shall not apply in any year-- 7#a7 new entrant air carriers operate #e percent or more of the total number of slots at ,newark ,liberty ,international ,airport2 or 7#b7 the ,secretary makes a determination that making slots available to enable new entrant air carriers to provide air transportation at that airport is not in the public interest and doing so would significantly increase operational delays4 7d7 ,report to ,congress ,the ,secretary shall notify the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives not later than #ad calendar days after the date a determination is made under subsection 7c77#b71 including the reasons for that determination4 ,b ,essential air service #cbja4 ,essential air service 7a7 ,authorization extension ,section #dagdb7;a7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking #aej1jjj1jjj and all that follows though ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting #aee1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag2 and 7#b7 by striking paragraph 7#c74 7b7 ,definitions ,section #dagca7;a77#a77;,a7 is amended by striking clause 7ii7 and inserting the following3 7ii7 was determined1 on or after ,october #a1 #aihh1 and before ,december #a1 #bjab1 under this subchapter by the ,secretary of ,transportation to be eligible to receive subsidized small community air service under section #dagcf7;a72 4 7c7 ,seasonal service ,the ,secretary of ,transportation may consider the flexibility of current operational dates and airport accessibility to meet local community needs when issuing requests for proposal of essential air service at seasonal airports4 #cbjb4 ,small community air service development program 7a7 ,extension of authorization ,section #dagdc7;e77#b7 is amended to read as follows3 7#b7 ,authorization of appropriations ,there is authorized to be appropriated to the ,secretary #aj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag to carry out this section4 ,such sums shall remain available until expended4 4 7b7 ,eligibility ,section #dagdc7;c77#a7 is amended to read as follows3 7#a7 ,size ,on the date of the most recent notice of order soliciting community proposals issued by the ,secretary under this section1 the airport serving the community or consortium-- 7,a7 was not larger than a small hub airport1 as determined using the ,department of ,transportation's most recent published classification2 and 7,b7 7i7 had insufficient air carrier service2 or 7ii7 had unreasonably high air fares4 4 #cbjc4 ,small community program amendments 7a7 ,in general ,section #dagdc7;c77#d7 is amended-- 7#a7 by inserting 7,b7 ,same projects4-- before the second sentence and indenting appropriately2 7#b7 by inserting 7,a7 ,in general4-- before the first sentence and indenting appropriately2 7#c7 in subparagraph 7,b71 as designated by this subsection1 by striking ,no community and inserting ,except as provided in subparagraph 7,c72 and 7#d7 by adding at the end the following3 7,c7 ,exception ,the ,secretary may waive the limitation under subparagraph 7,b7 related to projects that are the same if the ,secretary determines that the community or consortium spent little or no money on its previous project or encountered industry or environmental challenges1 due to circumstances that were reasonably beyond the control of the community or consortium4 4 7b7 ,authority ,to make agreements ,section #dagdc7;e77#a7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 ,the ,secretary may amend the scope of a grant agreement at the request of the community or consortium and any participating air carrier1 and may limit the scope of a grant agreement to only the elements using grant assistance or to only the elements achieved1 if the ,secretary determines that the amendment is reasonably consistent with the original purpose of the project44 #cbjd4 ,waivers ,section #dagcb is amended by adding at the end the following3 7c7 ,waivers ,notwithstanding section #dagcc7;e71 upon request by an eligible place1 the ,secretary may waive1 in whole or in part1 subsections 7a7 and 7b7 of this section or subsections 7a7 through 7c7 of section #dagcd4 ,a waiver issued under this subsection shall remain in effect for a limited period of time1 as determined by the ,secretary4 4 #cbje4 ,working group on improving air service to small communities 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish a working group-- 7#a7 to identify obstacles to attracting and maintaining air transportation service to and from small communities2 and 7#b7 to develop recommendations for maintaining and improving air transportation service to and from small communities4 7b7 ,outreach ,in carrying out the requirements under paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 of subsection 7a71 the working group shall consult with-- 7#a7 interested ,governors2 7#b7 representatives of ,state and local agencies1 and other officials and groups1 representing rural ,states and other rural areas2 7#c7 other representatives of relevant ,state and local agencies2 and 7#d7 members of the public with experience in aviation safety1 pilot training1 economic development1 and related issues4 7c7 ,considerations ,in carrying out the requirements under paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 of subsection 7a71 the working group shall-- 7#a7 consider whether funding for1 and terms of1 current or potential new programs is sufficient to help ensure continuation of or improvement to air transportation service to small communities1 including the ,essential ,air ,service ,program and the ,small ,community ,air ,service ,development ,program2 7#b7 identify initiatives to help support pilot training to provide air transportation service to small communities2 7#c7 consider whether ,federal funding for airports serving small communities1 including airports that have lost air transportation services or had decreased enplanements in recent years1 is adequate to ensure that small communities have access to quality1 affordable air transportation service2 7#d7 consider potential improvements in pilot training and any constraints affecting pilot career pathways that1 if addressed1 would increase both aviation safety and pilot supply2 7#e7 identify innovative ,state or local efforts that have established public-private partnerships that are successful in attracting and retaining air transportation service in small communities2 and 7#f7 consider such other issues as the ,secretary and ,administrator consider appropriate4 7d7 ,composition 7#a7 ,in general ,the working group shall be facilitated through the ,administrator or the ,administrator's designee4 7#b7 ,membership ,members of the working group shall be appointed by the ,administrator and shall include representatives of-- 7,a7 ,state and local government1 including ,state and local aviation officials2 7,b7 ,state ,governors2 7,c7 aviation safety experts2 7,d7 economic development officials2 and 7,e7 the traveling public from small communities4 7e7 ,report and ,recommendations ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary and the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report1 including-- 7#a7 a summary of the views expressed by the participants in the outreach under subsection 7b72 7#b7 a description of the working group's findings1 including the identification of any areas of general consensus among the non-,federal participants in the outreach under subsection 7b72 and 7#c7 any recommendations for legislative or regulatory action that would assist in maintaining and improving air transportation service to and from small communities4 ,,iv ,next,gen and ,,faa organization #djja4 ,definitions ,in this title3 7#a7 ,administration ,the term ,administration means the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#b7 ,administrator ,the term ,administrator means the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#c7 ,,ads-,b ,the term ,,ads-,b means automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast4 7#d7 ,,ads-,b ,out ,the term ,,ads-,b ,out means automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast with the ability to transmit information from the aircraft to ground stations and to other equipped aircraft4 7#e7 ,next,gen ,the term ,next,gen means the ,next ,generation ,air ,transportation ,system4 ,a ,next ,generation ,air ,transportation ,system #daja4 ,return on investment assessment 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the ,administrator's assessment of each ,next,gen program4 7b7 ,contents ,the report under subsection 7a7 shall include-- 7#a7 an estimate of the date that each ,next,gen program will have a positive return on investment2 7#b7 an assessment of the impacts of each such program for-- 7,a7 the ,federal ,government2 and 7,b7 the users of the national airspace system2 7#c7 a description of how each such program directly contributes to a more safe and efficient air traffic control system2 and 7#d7 the status of ,next,gen programs and of the projected return on investment for each such program4 7c7 ,next,gen priority list ,based on the assessment under subsection 7a7 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 develop1 in coordination with the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee and considering the need for a balance between long-term and near-term user benefits1 a prioritization of each ,next,gen program2 7#b7 include the priority list in the report under subsection 7b72 and 7#c7 prepare budget submissions to reflect the current status of ,next,gen programs and projected returns on investment for each program4 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,key milestones ,the term key milestones includes cost and deployment schedule1 and benefits anticipated in the most recent baseline4 7#b7 ,return on investment ,the term return on investment means the cost associated with technologies that are required by law or policy as compared to the benefits derived from such technologies by a government or a user of airspace4 7e7 ,repeal of ,next,gen priorities ,section #bjb of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 and the item relating to that section in the table of contents under section #a7;b7 of that ,act are repealed4 #dajb4 ,ensuring ,,faa readiness to use new technology 7a7 ,in general ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjag1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 ensure the capability of the ,administration to receive space-based ,,ads-,b data2 and 7#b7 use the data described under paragraph 7#a7 to provide positive air traffic control1 including separation of aircraft over the oceans and other specific regions not covered by radar4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and biannually thereafter until the date that the ,administrator certifies that the ,administration has the capability to receive space-based ,,ads-,b data1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that-- 7#a7 details the actions the ,administrator has taken to ensure #bjah readiness and usage2 7#b7 details the actions that remain to be taken to implement such capability2 7#c7 includes a schedule for expected completion of each outstanding action described in paragraph 7#b72 and 7#d7 includes a detailed description of the investment decisions and requests for funding made by the ,administrator that are consistent with the terrestrial ,,ads-,b implementation to ensure a sustained program beyond #bjah4 #dajc4 ,next,gen annual performance goals 7a7 ,annual performance goals ,section #bad of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsection 7d7 as subsection 7e72 and 7#b7 by inserting after subsection 7c7 the following3 7d7 ,annual performance goals ,the ,administrator shall establish annual ,next,gen performance goals for each of the performance metrics set forth in subsection 7a7 to meet the performance metric baselines identified under subsection 7b74 ,such goals shall be consistent with the annual performance objectives established by the senior policy committee 7commonly known as the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee7 established under section #gaj of the ,vision #ajj--;,century of ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act 7,public ,law #ajh-agf2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 4 7b7 ,next,gen metrics report ,section #gaj7;e77#b7 of the ,vision #ajj--;,century of ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act 7,public ,law #ajh-agf2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,d71 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,e71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,f7 a description of the progress made in meeting the annual ,next,gen performance goals relative to the performance metrics established under section #bad of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 4 7c7 ,chief ,next,gen ,officer ,section #ajf7s77#c7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#b77;,b71 by adding at the end the following3 ,in evaluating the performance of the ,chief ,next,gen ,officer for the purpose of awarding a bonus under this subparagraph1 the ,administrator shall consider the progress toward meeting the ,next,gen performance goals established pursuant to section #bad7;d7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note742 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#c71 by adding at the end the following3 ,the annual performance goals set forth in the agreement shall include quantifiable ,next,gen airspace performance objectives regarding efficiency1 productivity1 capacity1 and safety1 which shall be established by the senior policy committee 7commonly known as the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee7 established under section #gaj of the ,vision #ajj--;,century of ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act 7,public ,law #ajh-agf2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note744 #dajd4 ,facility outage contingency plans 7a7 ,findings ,congress makes the following findings3 7#a7 ,on ,september #bf1 #bjad1 an ,administration contract employee deliberately started a fire that destroyed critical equipment at the ,administration's ,chicago ,air ,route ,traffic ,control ,center 7referred to in this section as the ,chicago ,center7 in ,aurora1 ,illinois4 7#b7 ,as a result of the damage1 ,chicago ,center was unable to control air traffic for more than #b weeks1 thousands of flights were delayed or cancelled into and out of ,o',hare ,international ,airport and ,midway ,airport in ,chicago1 and aviation stakeholders and airlines reportedly lost over #cej1jjj1jjj4 7#c7 ,according to the ,office of the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation1 the fire at ,chicago ,center demonstrated that the ,administration's contingency plans for the ,chicago ,center and the airspace it controls do not ensure redundancy and resiliency for sustained operations4 7#d7 ,further1 the ,inspector ,general found that ,chicago ,center incident highlighted the limited flexibility and lack of resiliency in critical elements of the ,administration's current air traffic control infrastructure1 including limited communication capacity and the inability to easily transfer control of airspace and flight plans4 7b7 ,comprehensive contingency plan ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall update the ,administration's comprehensive contingency plan to address potential air traffic facility outages that could have a major impact on operation of the national airspace system4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #fj days after the date the plan is updated under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the update1 including any recommendations for ensuring air traffic facility outages do not have a major impact on operation of the national airspace system4 #daje4 ,,ads-,b mandate assessment 7a7 ,assessment ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation shall assess-- 7#a7 ,administration and industry readiness to meet the ,,ads-,b mandate by #bjbj2 7#b7 changes to ,,ads-,b program since ,may #bjaj2 and 7#c7 additional options to comply with the mandate and consequences1 both for individual system users and for the overall safety and efficiency of the national airspace system1 for noncompliance4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #fj days after the date the assessment under subsection 7a7 is complete1 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward meeting the ,,ads-,b mandate by #bjbj1 including any recommendations of the ,inspector ,general to carry out such mandate4 #dajf4 ,nextgen interoperability 7a7 ,in general ,to implement a more effective international strategy for achieving ,next,gen interoperability with foreign countries1 the ,administrator shall take the following actions3 7#a7 ,conduct a gap analysis to identify potential risks to ,next,gen interoperability with other ,air ,navigation ,service ,providers and establish a schedule for periodically reevaluating such risks4 7#b7 ,develop a plan that identifies and documents actions the ,administrator will undertake to mitigate such risks1 using information from the gap analysis as a basis for making management decisions about how to allocate resources for such actions4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the analysis conducted under paragraph 7#a7 of subsection 7a7 and on the actions the ,administrator has taken under paragraph 7#b7 of such subsection4 #dajg4 ,next,gen transition management 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify and analyze technical and operational maturity gaps in ,next,gen transition and implementation plans2 and 7#b7 develop a plan to mitigate the gaps identified in paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the actions taken to carry out the plan required by subsection 7a77#b74 #dajh4 ,implementation of ,next,gen operational improvements 7a7 ,in general ,to help ensure that ,next,gen operational improvements are fully implemented in the midterm1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 work with airlines and other users of the national airspace system 7referred to in this section as ,,nas7 to develop and implement a system to systematically track the use of existing performance based navigation 7referred to in this section as ,,pbn7 procedures2 7#b7 require consideration of other key operational improvements in planning for ,next,gen improvements1 including identifying additional metroplexes for ,,pbn projects1 non-metroplex ,,pbn procedures1 as well as the identification of unused flight routes for decommissioning2 7#c7 develop and implement guidelines for ensuring timely inclusion of appropriate stakeholders1 including airport representatives1 in the planning and implementation of ,next,gen improvement efforts2 and 7#d7 assure that ,next,gen planning documents provide stakeholders information on how and when operational improvements are expected to achieve ,next,gen goals and targets4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward implementing the requirements of subsection 7a71 and on the schedule and process that will be used to implement ,,pbn at additional airports1 including information on how the ,administration will partner and coordinate with private industry to ensure expeditious implementation of performance based navigation4 #daji4 ,cybersecurity 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify and implement ways to better incorporate cybersecurity measures as a systems characteristic at all levels and phases of the architecture and design of air traffic control programs1 including ,next,gen programs2 7#b7 develop a threat model that will identify vulnerabilities to better focus resources to mitigate cybersecurity risks2 7#c7 develop an appropriate plan to mitigate cybersecurity risk1 to respond to an attack1 intrusion1 or otherwise unauthorized access and to adapt to evolving cybersecurity threats2 and 7#d7 foster a cybersecurity culture throughout the ,administration1 including air traffic control programs and relevant contractors4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward implementing the requirements under subsection 7a74 #daaj4 ,securing aircraft avionics systems 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall consider revising ,federal ,aviation ,administration regulations regarding airworthiness certification-- 7#a7 to address cybersecurity for avionics systems1 including software components2 and 7#b7 to require that aircraft avionics systems used for flight guidance or aircraft control be secured against unauthorized access via passenger in-flight entertainment systems through such means as the ,administrator determines appropriate to protect the avionics systems from unauthorized external and internal access4 7b7 ,consideration ,the ,administrator's consideration and any action taken under subsection 7a7 shall be in accordance with the recommendations of the ,aircraft ,systems ,information ,security ,protection ,working ,group under section #ejbi7;d7 of this ,act4 #daaa4 ,defining ,next,gen ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall-- 7#a7 assess how the line items included in the ,administration's ,next,gen budget request relate to the goals and expected outcomes of ,next,gen1 including how ,next,gen programs directly contribute to a measurably safer and more efficient air traffic control system2 and 7#b7 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the assessment under paragraph 7#a71 including any recommendations for the removal of line items that do not pertain to the overall vision for ,next,gen4 #daab4 ,human factors 7a7 ,in general ,in order to avoid having to subsequently modify products and services developed as a part of ,next,gen1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 recognize and incorporate1 in early design phases of all relevant ,next,gen programs1 the human factors and procedural and airspace implications of stated goals and associated technical changes2 and 7#b7 ensure that a human factors specialist1 separate from the research and certification groups1 is directly involved with the ,next,gen approval process4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward implementing the requirements under subsection 7a74 #daac4 ,major acquisition reports 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall evaluate the current acquisition practices of the ,administration to ensure that such practices-- 7#a7 identify the current estimated costs for each acquisition system1 including all segments2 7#b7 separately identify cumulative amounts for acquisition costs1 technical refresh1 and other enhancements in order to identify the total baselined and re-baselined costs for each system2 and 7#c7 account for the way funds are being used when reporting to managers1 ,congress1 and other stakeholders4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward implementing the requirements under subsection 7a74 #daad4 ,equipage mandates 7a7 ,in general ,before ,next,gen-related equipage mandates are imposed on users of the national airspace system1 the ,administrator1 in collaboration with all relevant stakeholders1 shall-- 7#a7 provide a statement of estimated cost and benefits that is based upon mature and stable technical specifications2 and 7#b7 create a schedule for ,administration deliverables and investments by both users and the ,administration1 including for procedure and airspace design1 infrastructure deployment1 and training4 #daae4 ,workforce 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify and assess barriers to attracting1 developing1 training1 and retaining a talented workforce in the areas of systems engineering1 architecture1 systems integration1 digital communications1 and cybersecurity2 7#b7 develop a comprehensive plan to attract1 develop1 train1 and retain talented individuals2 and 7#c7 identify the resources needed to attract1 develop1 and retain this talent4 7b7 ,report ,the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward implementing the requirements under subsection 7a74 #daaf4 ,architectural leadership 7a7 ,in general ,in order to provide an adequate technical foundation for steering ,next,gen's technical governance and managing inevitable changes in technology and operations1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 develop a plan that-- 7,a7 uses an architecture leadership community and an effective governance approach to assure a proper balance between documents and artifacts and to provide high-level guidance2 7,b7 enables effective management and communication of dependencies2 7,c7 provides flexibility and the ability to evolve to ensure accommodation of future needs2 and 7,d7 communicates changing circumstances in order to align agency and airspace user expectations2 7#b7 determine the feasibility of conducting a small number of experiments among the ,administration's system integration partners to prototype candidate solutions for establishing and managing a vibrant architectural community2 and 7#c7 develop a method to initiate1 grow1 and engage a capable architecture community1 from both within and outside of the ,administration1 who will expand the breadth and depth of expertise that is steering architectural changes4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward implementing the requirements under subsection 7a74 #daag4 ,programmatic risk management 7a7 ,in general ,to better inform the ,administration's decisions regarding the prioritization of efforts and allocation of resources for ,next,gen1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 solicit input from specialists in probability and statistics to identify and prioritize the programmatic and implementation risks to ,next,gen2 and 7#b7 develop a method to manage and mitigate the risks identified in paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward implementing the requirements under subsection 7a74 #daah4 ,next,gen prioritization ,the ,administrator shall consider expediting ,next,gen modernization implementation projects at public use airports that share airspace with active military training ranges and do not have radar coverage where such implementation would improve the safety of aviation operations4 ,b ,administration organization and employees #dbja4 ,cost-saving initiatives 7a7 ,in general ,to ensure that ,administration initiatives are being implemented in a timely and fiscally responsible manner1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify and implement agencywide cost-saving initiatives2 and 7#b7 develop appropriate schedules and metrics to measure whether the initiatives are successful in reducing costs4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the progress made toward implementing the requirements under subsection 7a74 #dbjb4 ,treatment of essential employees during furloughs 7a7 ,definition of essential employee ,in this section1 the term essential employee means an employee of the ,administration who performs work involving the safety of human life or the protection of property1 as determined by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,in general ,in implementing spending reductions under ,federal law1 the ,administrator may furlough #a or more employees of the ,administration1 except an essential employee1 if the ,administrator determines the furlough is necessary to achieve the required spending reductions4 7c7 ,transfer of budgetary resources ,the ,administrator may transfer budgetary resources within the ,administration to carry out subsection 7b71 except that the transfer may only be made to maintain essential employees4 #dbjc4 ,controller candidate interviews 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall require that an in-person interview be conducted with each individual applying for an air traffic control specialist position before that individual may be hired to fill that position4 7b7 ,guidance ,not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish guidelines regarding the in-person interview process described in subsection 7a74 #dbjd4 ,hiring of air traffic controllers 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddejf is amended by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,hiring of certain air traffic control specialists 7#a7 ,consideration of applicants 7,a7 ,ensuring selection of most qualified applicants ,in appointing individuals to the position of air traffic controllers1 the ,administrator shall give preferential consideration to qualified individuals maintaining #eb consecutive weeks of air traffic control experience involving the full-time active separation of air traffic after receipt of an air traffic certification or air traffic control facility rating within #e years of application while serving at-- 7i7 a ,federal ,aviation ,administration air traffic control facility2 7ii7 a civilian or military air traffic control facility of the ,department of ,defense2 or 7iii7 a tower operating under contract with the ,federal ,aviation ,administration under section #dgabd of this title4 7,b7 ,consideration of additional applicants ,the ,administrator shall consider additional applicants for the position of air traffic controller by referring an approximately equal number of employees for appointment among the #b applicant pools4 ,the number of employees referred for consideration from each group shall not differ by more than #aj percent4 7i7 ,pool one ,applicants who3 7,i7 have successfully completed air traffic controller training and graduated from an institution participating in the ,collegiate ,training ,initiative program maintained under subsection 7c77#a7 who have received from the institution-- 7aa7 an appropriate recommendation2 or 7bb7 an endorsement certifying that the individual would have met the requirements in effect as of ,december #ca1 #bjac1 for an appropriate recommendation2 7,,ii7 are eligible for a veterans recruitment appointment pursuant to section #dbad of title #ch1 ,united ,states ,code1 and provide a ,certificate of ,release or ,discharge from ,active ,duty within #abj days of the announcement closing2 7,,iii7 are eligible veterans 7as defined in section #dbaa of title #ch1 ,united ,states ,code7 maintaining aviation experience obtained in the course of the individual's military experience2 or 7,,iv7 are preference eligible veterans 7as defined in section #bajh of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code74 7ii7 ,pool two ,applicants who apply under a vacancy announcement recruiting from all ,united ,states citizens4 7#b7 ,use of biographical assessments 7,a7 ,biographical assessments ,the ,administration shall not use any biographical assessment when hiring under subparagraph 7,a7 or subparagraph 7,b77i7 of paragraph 7#a74 7,b7 ,reconsideration of applicants disqualified on the basis of biographical assessments 7i7 ,in general ,if an individual described in subparagraph 7,a7 or subparagraph 7,b77i7 of paragraph 7#a7 who applied for the position of air traffic controller with the ,administration in response to ,vacancy ,announcement ,,faa-,,amc-#ad-;,,allsrce-#ccecg 7issued on ,february #aj1 #bjad7 and was disqualified from the position as the result of a biographical assessment1 the ,administrator shall provide the applicant an opportunity to reapply as soon as practicable for the position under the revised hiring practices4 7ii7 ,waiver of age restriction ,the ,administrator shall waive any maximum age restriction for the position of air traffic controller with the ,administration that would otherwise disqualify an individual from the position if the individual-- 7,i7 is reapplying for the position pursuant to clause 7i7 on or before ,december #ca1 #bjag2 and 7,,ii7 met the maximum age requirement on the date of the individual's previous application for the position during the interim hiring process4 7#c7 ,maximum entry age for experienced controllers ,notwithstanding section #ccjg of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 the maximum limit of age for an original appointment to a position as an air traffic controller shall be #ce years of age for those maintaining #eb weeks of air traffic control experience involving the full-time active separation of air traffic after receipt of an air traffic certification or air traffic control facility rating in a civilian or military air traffic control facility4 4 7b7 ,notification of vacancies ,the ,administrator shall consider directly notifying secondary schools and institutes of higher learning1 including ,historically ,black ,colleges and ,universities1 ,hispanic-serving institutions1 ,minority ,institutions1 and ,tribal ,colleges and ,universities1 of the vacancy announcement under section #ddejf7;f77#a77;,b77ii7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #dbje4 ,computation of basic annuity for certain air traffic controllers 7a7 ,in general ,section #hdae7;f7 of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7f7 ,the annuity of an air traffic controller or former air traffic controller retiring under section #hdab7;a7 is computed under subsection 7a71 except that if the individual has at least #e years of service in any combination as3 7#a7 an air traffic controller as defined by section #baji7a77;,a77i72 7#b7 a first level supervisor of an air traffic controller as defined by section #baji7a77;,a77i72 or 7#c7 a second level supervisor of an air traffic controller as defined by section #baji7a77;,a77i72 so much of the annuity as is computed with respect to such type of service shall be computed by multiplying #a #gaj percent of the individual's average pay by the years of such service4 4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendment made by subsection 7a7 shall be deemed to be effective on ,december #ab1 #bjjc4 7c7 ,procedures required ,the ,director of the ,office of ,personnel ,management shall establish such procedures as are necessary to provide for-- 7#a7 notification to each annuitant affected by the amendments made by this section2 7#b7 recalculation of the benefits of affected annuitants2 7#c7 an adjustment to applicable monthly benefit amounts pursuant to such recalculation1 to begin as soon as is practicable2 and 7#d7 a lump sum payment to each affected annuitant equal to the additional total benefit amount that such annuitant would have received had the amendment made by subsection 7a7 been in effect on ,december #ab1 #bjjc4 #dbjf4 ,air traffic services at aviation events 7a7 ,requirement ,to provide services and related support ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall provide air traffic services and aviation safety support for aviation events1 including airshows and fly-ins1 without the imposition or collection of any fee1 tax1 or other charge for that purpose4 ,amounts for the provision of such services and support shall be derived from amounts appropriated or otherwise available for the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7b7 ,determination of services and support ,to be provided ,in determining the services and support to be provided for an aviation event for purposes of subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall take into account the following3 7#a7 ,the services and support required to meet levels of activity at prior events1 if any1 similar to the event4 7#b7 ,the anticipated need for services and support at the event4 #dbjg4 ,full annuity supplement for certain air traffic controllers ,section #hdba;a of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a71 by striking ,the amount and inserting ,except as provided in subsection 7c71 the amount2 7#b7 by redesignating subsection 7c7 as subsection 7d72 and 7#c7 by inserting after subsection 7b7 the following3 7c7 ,this section shall not apply to an individual described in section #hdab7;e7 during any period in which the individual1 after separating from the service as described in that section1 is employed full-time as an air traffic control instructor under contract with the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 including an instructor working at an on-site facility 7such as an airport74 4 #dbjh4 ,inclusion of disabled veteran leave in ,federal ,aviation ,administration personnel management system 7a7 ,in general ,section #djabb7;g77#b7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,h71 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,i77iii71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,j7 subject to paragraph 7#d71 section #fcbi1 relating to disabled veteran leave4 4 7b7 ,certification of leave ,section #djabb7;g7 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating paragraph 7#d7 as paragraph 7#e72 and 7#b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#c7 the following3 7#d7 ,certification of disabled veteran leave ,in order to verify that leave credited to an employee pursuant to paragraph 7#b77;,j7 is used for treating a service-connected disability1 that employee shall1 notwithstanding section #fcbi7;c7 of title #e1 submit to the ,assistant ,administrator for ,human ,resource ,management of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration certification1 in such form and manner as the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration may prescribe1 that the employee used that leave for purposes of being furnished treatment for that disability by a health care provider4 4 7c7 ,application ,the amendments made by this section shall apply with respect to any employee of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration hired on or after the date that is #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7d7 ,policies and procedures ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall prescribe policies and procedures to carry out the amendments made by this section that are comparable1 to the maximum extent practicable1 to the regulations prescribed by the ,office of ,personnel ,management under section #fcbi of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7e7 ,annual report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act and not less frequently than once each year thereafter until the date that is #e years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall publish on a publicly accessible ,internet ,web site a report on-- 7#a7 the effect carrying out this section and the amendments made by this section has had on the workforce2 and 7#b7 the number of veterans benefitting from carrying out this section and the amendments made by this section4 ,v ,miscellaneous #ejja4 ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board investigative officers ,section #aaac is amended by striking subsection 7h74 #ejjb4 ,performance-,based ,navigation ,section #bac7;c7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 ,notifications and consultations ,not later than #ij days before applying a categorical exclusion under this subsection to a new procedure at an ,,oep airport1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 notify and consult with the operator of the airport at which the procedure would be implemented2 and 7,b7 consider consultations or other engagement with the community in the which the airport is located to inform the public of the procedure4 7#d7 ,review of certain categorical exclusions 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall review any decision of the ,administrator made on or after ,february #ad1 #bjab1 and before the date of enactment of this paragraph to grant a categorical exclusion under this subsection with respect to a procedure to be implemented at an ,,oep airport that was a material change from procedures previously in effect at the airport to determine if the implementation of the procedure had a significant effect on the human environment in the community in which the airport is located if the operator of that airport-- 7i7 requests such a review2 and 7ii7 demonstrates that there is good cause to believe that the implementation of the procedure had such an effect4 7,b7 ,content of review ,if1 in conducting a review under subparagraph 7,a7 with respect to a procedure implemented at an ,,oep airport1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the operator of the airport1 determines that implementing the procedure had a significant effect on the human environment in the community in which the airport is located1 the ,administrator shall-- 7i7 consult with the operator of the airport to identify measures to mitigate the effect of the procedure on the human environment2 and 7ii7 in conducting such consultations1 consider the use of alternative flight paths that do not substantially degrade the efficiencies achieved by the implementation of the procedure being reviewed4 7,c7 ,human environment defined ,in this paragraph1 the term human environment has the meaning given such term in section #aejh4ad of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this paragraph74 4 #ejjc4 ,overflights of national parks ,section #djabh is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a77#c71 by striking the before title #ad2 and 7#b7 by amending subsection 7f7 to read as follows3 7f7 ,transportation routes 7#a7 ,in general ,this section shall not apply to any air tour operator while flying over or near any ,federal land managed by the ,director of the ,national ,park ,service1 including ,lake ,mead ,national ,recreation ,area1 solely as a transportation route1 to conduct an air tour over the ,grand ,canyon ,national ,park4 7#b7 ,en route ,for purposes of this subsection1 an air tour operator flying over the ,hoover ,dam in the ,lake ,mead ,national ,recreation ,area en route to the ,grand ,canyon ,national ,park shall be deemed to be flying solely as a transportation route4 4 #ejjd4 ,navigable airspace analysis for commercial space launch site runways 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddgah7;b77#a7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking air navigation facilities and equipment and inserting air or space navigation facilities and equipment2 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,d71 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 7#c7 in subparagraph 7,e71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#d7 by adding at the end the following3 7,f7 the impact on launch and reentry for launch and reentry vehicles arriving or departing from a launch site or reentry site licensed by the ,secretary4 4 7b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall initiate a rulemaking to implement the amendments made by subsection 7a74 #ejje4 ,survey and report on spaceport development ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the existing system of spaceports licensed by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration that includes recommendations regarding-- 7#a7 the extent to which1 and the manner in which1 the ,federal ,government could participate in the construction1 improvement1 development1 or maintenance of such spaceports2 and 7#b7 potential funding sources4 #ejjf4 ,aviation fuel 7a7 ,use of unleaded aviation gasoline ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall allow the use of an unleaded aviation gasoline in an aircraft as a replacement for a leaded gasoline if the ,administrator-- 7#a7 determines that the unleaded aviation gasoline qualifies as a replacement for an approved leaded gasoline2 7#b7 identifies the aircraft and engines that are eligible to use the qualified replacement unleaded gasoline2 and 7#c7 adopts a process 7other than the traditional means of certification7 to allow eligible aircraft and engines to operate using qualified replacement unleaded gasoline in a manner that ensures safety4 7b7 ,timing ,the ,administrator shall adopt the process described in subsection 7a77#c7 not later than #ahj days after the later of-- 7#a7 the date on which the ,administration completes the ,piston ,aviation ,fuels ,initiative2 or 7#b7 the date on which the ,american ,society for ,testing and ,materials publishes a production specification for an unleaded aviation gasoline4 #ejjg4 ,comprehensive ,aviation ,preparedness ,plan 7a7 ,in general ,no later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,health and ,human ,services1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security1 the ,secretary of ,labor1 the ,secretary of ,state1 the ,secretary of ,defense1 and representatives of other ,federal departments and agencies1 as necessary1 shall develop a comprehensive national aviation communicable disease preparedness plan4 7b7 ,minimum components ,the plan developed under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 be developed in consultation with other relevant stakeholders1 including ,state1 local1 tribal1 and territorial governments1 air carriers1 first responders1 and the general public2 7#b7 provide for the development of a communications system or protocols for providing comprehensive1 appropriate1 and up-to-date information regarding communicable disease threats and preparedness between all relevant stakeholders2 7#c7 document the roles and responsibilities of relevant ,federal department and agencies1 including coordination requirements2 7#d7 provide guidance to air carriers1 airports1 and other appropriate aviation stakeholders on how to develop comprehensive communicable disease preparedness plans for their respective organizations1 in accordance with the plan to be developed under subsection 7a72 7#e7 be scalable and adaptable so that the plan can be used to address the full range of communicable disease threats and incidents2 7#f7 provide information on communicable threats and response training resources for all relevant stakeholders1 including ,federal1 ,state1 local1 tribal1 and territorial government employees1 airport officials1 aviation industry employees and contractors1 first responders1 and health officials2 7#g7 develop protocols for the dissemination of comprehensive1 up-to-date1 and appropriate information to the traveling public concerning communicable disease threats and preparedness2 7#h7 be updated periodically to incorporate lessons learned with supplemental information2 and 7#i7 be provided in writing1 electronically1 and accessible via the ,internet4 7c7 ,interagency framework ,the plan developed under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 be conducted under the existing interagency framework for national level all hazards emergency preparedness planning or another appropriate framework2 and 7#b7 be consistent with the obligations of the ,united ,states under international agreements4 #ejjh4 ,advanced ,materials ,center of ,excellence 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dde is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddeah4 ,advanced ,materials ,center of ,excellence 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall continue operation of the ,advanced ,materials ,center of ,excellence 7referred to in this section as the ,center7 under its structure as in effect on ,march #a1 #bjaf1 which shall focus on applied research and training on the durability and maintainability of advanced materials in transport airframe structures4 7b7 ,responsibilities ,the ,center shall-- 7#a7 promote and facilitate collaboration among academia1 the ,transportation ,division of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 and the commercial aircraft industry1 including manufacturers1 commercial air carriers1 and suppliers2 and 7#b7 establish goals set to advance technology1 improve engineering practices1 and facilitate continuing education in relevant areas of study4 7c7 ,authorization of appropriations ,there is authorized to be appropriated to the ,administrator #ejj1jjj for each of the fiscal years #bjaf and #bjag to carry out this section4 4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for chapter #dde is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddeah4 ,advanced ,materials ,center of ,excellence4 4 #ejji4 ,interference with airline employees 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall-- 7#a7 complete a study of crimes of violence 7as defined in section #af of title #ah1 ,united ,states ,code7 committed against airline customer service representatives while they are performing their duties and on airport property2 and 7#b7 submit the findings of the study1 including any recommendations1 to ,congress4 7b7 ,gap analysis ,the study shall include a gap analysis to determine if ,state and local laws and resources are adequate to deter or otherwise address the crimes of violence described in subsection 7a7 and recommendations on how to address any identified gaps4 #ejaj4 ,secondary cockpit barriers 7a7 ,short title ,this section may be cited as the ,saracini ,aviation ,safety ,act of #bjaf4 7b7 ,requirement ,not later than one year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall issue an order requiring installation of a secondary cockpit barrier on each new aircraft that is manufactured for delivery to a passenger air carrier in the ,united ,states operating under the provisions of part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #ejaa4 ,,gao evaluation and audit ,section #ae7;a77#a7 of the ,railway ,labor ,act 7#de ,u4,s4,c4 #afe7;a77#a77 is amended by striking #b years and inserting #d years4 #ejab4 ,federal ,aviation ,administration performance measures and targets 7a7 ,performance measures ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish performance measures relating to the administration of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 which shall1 at a minimum1 include measures to assess-- 7#a7 the reduction of delays in the completion of projects2 and 7#b7 the effectiveness of the ,administration in achieving the goals described in section #dgaga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7b7 ,performance targets ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,secretary establishes performance measures in accordance with subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall establish performance targets relating to each of the measures described in that subsection4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation shall submit to ,congress a report describing the progress of the ,secretary in meeting the performance targets established under subsection 7b74 #ejac4 ,staffing of certain air traffic control towers 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall ensure appropriate staffing at the ,core #cj air traffic control towers and associated terminal radar approach control facilities and air route traffic control centers and ensure1 as appropriate1 staffing levels at those control towers1 facilities1 and centers are not below the average number of air traffic controllers between the high and low staffing ranges1 as specified in the document of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration entitled1 ,a ,plan for the ,future3 #aj-,year ,strategy for ,air ,traffic ,control ,workforce #bjae-bjbd4 7b7 ,retention ,the ,administrator shall review strategies to improve retention of experienced certified professional controllers at the control towers1 facilities1 and centers described in subsection 7a77#a74 #ejad4 ,critical airfield markings ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall issue a request for proposal for a study that includes-- 7#a7 an independent1 third-party study to assess the durability of ,type ,,iii and ,type ,i glass beads applied to critical markings over a #ab-month period at no fewer than #b primary airports in varying weather conditions to measure the retroflectivity levels of such markings on a quarterly basis2 and 7#b7 a study at #b other airports carried out by applying ,type ,,iii beads on one half of the centerline and ,type ,i beads to the other half and providing for assessments from pilots through surveys administered by a third party as to the visibility and performance of the ,type ,,iii glass beads as compared to the ,type ,i glass beads over a #f-month period4 #ejae4 ,research and deployment of certain airfield pavement technologies ,using amounts made available under section #dhajb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall carry out a program for the research and deployment of aircraft pavement technologies under which the ,administrator makes grants to1 and enters into cooperative agreements with1 institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations that-- 7#a7 research concrete and asphalt airfield pavement technologies that extend the life of airfield pavements2 7#b7 develop and conduct training2 7#c7 provide for demonstration projects2 and 7#d7 promote the latest airfield pavement technologies to aid in the development of safer1 more cost effective1 and more durable airfield pavements4 #ejaf4 ,report on general aviation flight sharing ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report assessing the feasibility of flight sharing for general aviation4 ,the report shall include an assessment of any regulations that may need to be updated to allow for safe and efficient flight sharing1 including regulations imposing limitations on the forms of communication persons who hold private pilot certificates may use4 #ejag4 ,increase in duration of general aviation aircraft registration ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall initiate a rulemaking to increase the duration of aircraft registrations for noncommercial general aviation aircraft to #e years4 #ejah4 ,modification of limitation of liability relating to aircraft ,section #ddaab7;b7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking on land or water2 and 7#b7 by inserting operational before control4 #ejai4 ,government ,accountability ,office study of illegal drugs seized at international airports in the ,united ,states 7a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall conduct a study of illegal drugs1 including heroin1 fentanyl1 and cocaine1 seized by ,federal authorities at international airports in the ,united ,states4 7b7 ,elements ,in conducting the study required by subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall address1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 the types and quantities of drugs seized2 7#b7 the origin of the drugs seized2 7#c7 the airport at which the drugs were seized2 7#d7 the manner in which the drugs were seized2 and 7#e7 the manner in which the drugs were transported4 7c7 ,use of data2 recommendations for additional data collection ,in conducting the study required by subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall use all available data4 ,if the ,comptroller ,general determines that additional data is needed to fully understand the extent to which illegal drugs enter the ,united ,states through international airports in the ,united ,states1 the ,comptroller ,general shall develop recommendations for the collection of that data4 7d7 ,submission to ,congress ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to ,congress a report on the study conducted under subsection 7a7 that includes any recommendations developed under subsection 7c74 #ejbj4 ,sense of ,congress on preventing the transportation of disease-carrying mosquitoes and other insects on commercial aircraft ,it is the sense of ,congress that the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,agriculture should1 in coordination and consultation with the ,world ,health ,organization1 develop a framework and guidance for the use of safe1 effective1 and nontoxic means of preventing the transportation of disease-carrying mosquitoes and other insects on commercial aircraft4 #ejba4 ,work plan for the ,new ,york_/,new ,jersey_/,philadelphia metroplex program ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall develop and publish in the ,federal ,register a work plan for the ,new ,york_/,new ,jersey_/,philadelphia metroplex program4 #ejbb4 ,report on plans for air traffic control facilities in the ,new ,york ,city and ,newark region ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's staffing and scheduling plans for air traffic control facilities in the ,new ,york ,city and ,newark region for the #a-year period beginning on such date of enactment4 #ejbc4 ,,gao study of international airline alliances 7a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall conduct a study of certain cooperative agreements between ,united ,states air carriers and non-,united ,states air carriers 7referred to in this section as alliances71 which-- 7#a7 have been created pursuant to section #dacji of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7#b7 have been exempted from antitrust laws 7as defined in the first section of the ,clayton ,act 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #ab77 pursuant to section #dacjh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7b7 ,scope ,the study conducted under subsection 7a7 shall assess-- 7#a7 the consequences of alliances1 including reduced competition1 stifling new entrants into markets1 increasing prices in markets1 and other adverse consequences2 7#b7 the representations made by air carriers to the ,secretary of ,transportation for the necessity of an antitrust exemption2 7#c7 the ,department of ,transportation's expectations of public benefits resulting from alliances1 including whether such expected benefits were actually achieved2 7#d7 the adequacy of the ,department of ,transportation's efforts in the approval and monitoring of alliances1 including possessing relevant experience and expertise in the fields of antitrust and consumer protection2 7#e7 whether there has been sufficient transparency in the approval of alliances1 including opportunities for public review and feedback2 7#f7 the role of the ,department of ,justice in the oversight of alliances2 7#g7 whether there are alternatives to antitrust immunity that could be conferred that would also produce public benefits2 7#h7 whether alliances should be required to expire2 7#i7 the level of competition between air carriers who are members of the same alliance2 7#aj7 the level of competition between alliances2 7#aa7 whether the ,department of ,transportation should amend1 modify1 or revoke any exemption from the antitrust laws granted by the ,secretary of ,transportation in connection with an alliance2 and 7#ab7 the effect of alliances on the number and quality of jobs for ,united ,states air carrier flight crew employees1 including the share of alliance flying done by such employees4 7c7 ,recommendations ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to ,congress the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 which shall include recommendations on the reforms needed to improve competition and enhance choices for consumers1 including-- 7#a7 whether oversight of alliances should be exercised by the ,department of ,justice rather than by the ,department of ,transportation2 and 7#b7 whether antitrust immunity for alliances should expire4 #ejbd4 ,treatment of multi-year lessees of large and turbine-powered multiengine aircraft ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall revise such regulations as may be necessary to ensure that multi-year lessees and owners of large and turbine-powered multiengine aircraft are treated equally for purposes of joint ownership policies of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 #ejbe4 ,evaluation of emerging technologies 7a7 ,study ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in consultation with representatives of the aviation community and institutions of higher education 7as defined in section #aja7;a7 of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aifd 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja7;a7771 shall conduct a study to evaluate the potential impact of emerging technologies1 such as electric propulsion and autonomous control1 on the current state of aircraft design1 operations1 maintenance1 and licensing4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress that summarizes the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a74 #ejbf4 ,student outreach report ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall submit a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress that describes the ,administration's existing outreach efforts1 such as the ,,stem ,aviation and ,space ,education ,outreach ,program1 to elementary and secondary students who are interested in careers in science1 technology1 engineering1 art1 and mathematics-- 7#a7 to prepare and inspire such students for aeronautical careers2 and 7#b7 to mitigate an anticipated shortage of pilots and other aviation professionals4 #ejbg4 ,right to privacy when using air traffic control system ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 as appropriate1 shall upon request of a private aircraft owner or operator1 block the registration number of the aircraft of the owner or operator from any public dissemination or display1 except in data made available to a ,government agency1 for the noncommercial flights of the owner or operator4 #ejbh4 ,conduct of security screening by the ,transportation ,security ,administration at certain airports 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall provide for security screening to be conducted by the ,transportation ,security ,administration at1 and provide all necessary staff and equipment to1 any airport-- 7#a7 that lost commercial air service on or after ,january #a1 #bjac2 and 7#b7 the operator of which1 following the loss described in paragraph 7#a71 submits to the ,administrator-- 7,a7 a request for security screening to be conducted at the airport by the ,transportation ,security ,administration2 and 7,b7 written confirmation of a commitment from a commercial air carrier-- 7i7 that the air carrier wants to provide commercial air service at the airport2 and 7ii7 that such service will commence not later than #a year after the date of the submission of the request under subparagraph 7,a74 7b7 ,deadline ,the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall ensure that the process of implementing security screening by the ,transportation ,security ,administration at an airport described in subsection 7a7 is complete not later than the later of-- 7#a7 the date that is #ij days after the date on which the operator of the airport submits to the ,administrator a request for such screening under paragraph 7#b77;,a7 of that subsection2 or 7#b7 the date on which the air carrier intends to provide commercial air service at the airport4 7c7 ,effect on other airports ,the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall carry out this section in a manner that does not negatively affect operations at airports that are provided security screening by the ,transportation ,security ,administration4 #ejbi4 ,aviation cybersecurity 7a7 ,comprehensive aviation framework 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #bdj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall facilitate and support the development of a comprehensive framework of principles and policies to reduce cybersecurity risks to the national airspace system1 civil aviation1 and agency information systems4 7#b7 ,scope ,as part of the principles and policies under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 clarify cybersecurity roles and responsibilities of offices and employees1 including governance structures of any advisory committees addressing cybersecurity at the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 7,b7 recognize the interactions of different components of the national airspace system and the interdependent and interconnected nature of aircraft and air traffic control systems2 7,c7 identify and implement objectives and actions to reduce cybersecurity risks to the air traffic control information systems1 including actions to improve implementation of information security standards and best practices of the ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology1 and policies and guidance issued by the ,office of ,management and ,budget for agency systems2 7,d7 support voluntary efforts by industry1 ,,rtca1 ,inc41 or standards-setting organizations to develop and identify consensus standards1 best practices1 and guidance on aviation systems information security protection1 consistent with the activities described in section #b7;e7 of the ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology ,act 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #bgb7;e772 and 7,e7 establish guidelines for the voluntary sharing of information between and among aviation stakeholders pertaining to aviation-related cybersecurity incidents1 threats1 and vulnerabilities4 7#c7 ,limitations ,in carrying out the activities under this section1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 coordinate with aviation stakeholders1 including industry1 airlines1 manufacturers1 airports1 ,,rtca1 ,inc41 and unions2 7,b7 consult with the ,secretary of ,defense1 ,secretary of ,homeland ,security1 ,director of ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology1 the heads of other relevant agencies1 and international regulatory authorities2 and 7,c7 evaluate on a periodic basis1 but not less than once every #b years1 the effectiveness of the principles established under this subsection4 7b7 ,threat model ,the ,secretary of ,transportation1 in coordination with the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 shall implement the open recommendation issued in #bjae by the ,government ,accountability ,office to assess the potential cost and timetable of developing and maintaining an agency-wide threat model to strengthen cybersecurity across the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7c7 ,secure access to facilities and systems 7#a7 ,identity management requirements ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall implement open recommendations issued in #bjad by the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation-- 7,a7 to work with the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to revise its plan to effectively transition remaining users to require personal identity verification1 including create a plan of actions and milestones with a planned completion date to monitor and track progress2 and 7,b7 to work with the ,director of the ,office of ,security of the ,department of ,transportation to develop or revise plans to effectively transition remaining facilities to require personal identity verification cards at the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#b7 ,identity management assessment 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall prepare a plan to implement the use of identity management1 including personal identity verification1 at the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 consistent with section #ejd of the ,cybersecurity ,enhancement ,act of #bjad 7,public ,law #aac-bgd2 #ae ,u4,s4,c4 #gdfd7 and section #bbe of title ,,ii of division ,n of the ,cybersecurity ,act of #bjae 7,public ,law #aad-aac2 #abi ,stat4 #bbdb74 7,b7 ,contents ,the plan shall include-- 7i7 an assessment of the current implementation and use of identity management1 including personal identity verification1 at the ,federal ,aviation ,administration for secure access to government facilities and information systems1 including a breakdown of requirements for use and identification of which systems and facilities are enabled to use personal identity verification2 and 7ii7 the actions to be taken1 including specified deadlines1 by the ,chief ,information ,officers of the ,department of ,transportation and the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to increase the implementation and use of such measures1 with the goal of #ajj percent implementation across the agency4 7#c7 ,report ,the ,secretary shall submit the plan to the appropriate committees of ,congress4 7#d7 ,classified information ,the report submitted under paragraph 7#c7 shall be in unclassified form1 but may include a classified annex4 7d7 ,aircraft security 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,aircraft ,systems ,information ,security ,protection ,working ,group shall periodically review rulemaking1 policy1 and guidance for certification of avionics software and hardware 7including any system on board an aircraft7 and continued airworthiness in order to reduce cybersecurity risks to aircraft systems4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in conducting the reviews1 the working group-- 7,a7 shall assess the cybersecurity risks to aircraft systems1 including recognizing the interactions of different components of the national airspace system and the interdependent and interconnected nature of aircraft and air traffic control systems2 7,b7 shall assess the extent to which existing rulemaking1 policy1 and guidance to promote safety also promote aircraft systems information security protection2 and 7,c7 based on the results of subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b71 may make recommendations to the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration if separate or additional rulemaking1 policy1 or guidance is needed to address aircraft systems information security protection4 7#c7 ,in-flight entertainment systems review ,as part of its review under subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b7 of paragraph 7#b71 the working group shall review the cybersecurity risks of in-flight entertainment systems to consider whether such systems can and should be isolated and separate from systems required for safe flight and operations1 including reviewing standards for air gaps or other means determined appropriate4 7#d7 ,recommendations ,in any recommendation under paragraph 7#b77;,c71 the working group shall identify a cost-effective and technology-neutral approach and incorporate voluntary consensus standards and best practices and international practices to the fullest extent possible4 7#e7 ,report 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and periodically thereafter1 the working group shall provide a report to the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration on the findings of the review and any recommendations4 7,b7 ,congress ,the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a copy of each report provided by the working group4 7#f7 ,classified information ,each report submitted under this subsection shall be in unclassified form1 but may include a classified annex4 7e7 ,cybersecurity implementation progress ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall-- 7#a7 not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and periodically thereafter until the completion date1 provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing on the actions the ,administrator has taken to improve information security management1 including the steps taken to implement subsections 7a71 7b7 and 7c7 and all of the issues and open recommendations identified in cybersecurity audit reports issued in #bjad and #bjae by the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation and the ,government ,accountability ,office2 and 7#b7 not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 issue a final report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the steps taken to improve information security management1 including implementation of subsections 7a71 7b7 and 7c7 and all of the issues and open recommendations identified in the cybersecurity audit reports issued in #bjad and #bjae by the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation and the ,government ,accountability ,office4 #ejcj4 ,prohibitions against smoking on passenger flights ,section #dagjf is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsection 7d7 as subsection 7e72 and 7#b7 by inserting after subsection 7c7 the following3 7d7 ,electronic cigarettes 7#a7 ,inclusion ,the use of an electronic cigarette shall be treated as smoking for purposes of this section4 7#b7 ,electronic cigarette defined ,in this section1 the term electronic cigarette means a device that delivers nicotine or other substances to a user of the device in the form of a vapor that is inhaled to simulate the experience of smoking4 4 #ejca4 ,national multimodal freight advisory committee 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish a national multimodal freight advisory committee 7referred to in this section as the ,committee7 in the ,department of ,transportation1 which shall consist of a balanced cross-section of public and private freight stakeholders representative of all freight transportation modes1 including-- 7#a7 airports1 highways1 ports and waterways1 rail1 and pipelines2 7#b7 shippers2 7#c7 carriers2 7#d7 freight-related associations2 7#e7 the freight industry workforce2 7#f7 ,state departments of transportation2 7#g7 local governments2 7#h7 metropolitan planning organizations2 7#i7 regional or local transportation authorities1 such as port authorities2 7#aj7 freight safety organizations2 and 7#aa7 university research centers4 7b7 ,purpose ,the purpose of the ,committee shall be to promote a safe1 economically efficient1 and environmentally sustainable national freight system4 7c7 ,duties ,the ,committee1 in consultation with ,state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations1 shall provide advice and recommendations to the ,secretary of ,transportation on matters related to freight transportation in the ,united ,states1 including-- 7#a7 the implementation of freight transportation requirements2 7#b7 the establishment of a ,national ,multimodal ,freight ,network under section #gjajc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7#c7 the development of the national freight strategic plan under section #gjajb of such title2 7#d7 the development of measures of conditions and performance in freight transportation2 7#e7 the development of freight transportation investment1 data1 and planning tools2 and 7#f7 recommendations for ,federal legislation4 7d7 ,qualifications ,each member of the ,committee shall be sufficiently qualified to represent the interests of the member's specific stakeholder group1 such as-- 7#a7 general business and financial experience2 7#b7 experience or qualifications in the areas of freight transportation and logistics2 7#c7 experience in transportation planning1 safety1 technology1 or workforce issues2 7#d7 experience representing employees of the freight industry2 7#e7 experience representing ,state or local governments or metropolitan planning organizations in transportation-related issues2 or 7#f7 experience in trade economics relating to freight flows4 7e7 ,support staff1 information1 and services ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall provide support staff for the ,committee4 ,upon the request of the ,committee1 the ,secretary shall provide such information1 administrative services1 and supplies as the ,secretary considers necessary for the ,committee to carry out its duties under this section4 #ejcb4 ,technical and conforming amendments 7a7 ,airport capacity enhancement projects at congested airports ,section #djajd7;c7 is amended by striking #dgagf and inserting #dgage4 7b7 ,consultation on carrier response not covered by plan ,section #dacac7;c77#af71 as amended by section #cajd of this ,act1 is further amended by striking the foreign air carrier will consult and inserting will consult4 7c7 ,weighing mail ,section #daijg is amended by striking and -administrative and inserting and administrative4 7d7 ,flight attendant certification ,section #ddgbh is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7c71 by striking chapter and inserting title2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7d77#c71 by striking is and inserting be4 7e7 ,schedule of fees ,section #decja7;a77#a7 is amended by striking ,united ,states government and inserting ,united ,states ,government4 7f7 ,classified evidence ,section #dfaaa7;g77#b77;,a7 is amended by striking 7#ah ,u4,s4,c4 ,app47 and inserting 7#ah ,u4,s4,c4 ,app4774 7g7 ,allowable cost standards ,section #dgaaj7;b77#b7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,b71 by striking compatability and inserting compatibility2 and 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,d77i71 by striking climactic and inserting climatic4 7h7 ,definition of qualified ,h,u,b,zone small business concern ,section #dgaac7;a77#c7 is amended by striking 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #fcb7o77 and inserting 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #fcb7p774 7i7 ,discretionary fund ,section #dgaae1 as amended by section #ajjf of this ,act1 is further amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7i72 and 7#b7 by redesignating subsection 7j7 as subsection 7i74 7j7 ,special apportionment categories ,section #dgaag7;e77#a77;,b7 is amended by striking at least and inserting ,at least4 7k7 ,solicitation and consideration of comments ,section #dgaga7l7 is amended by striking #dcga and inserting #dcba4 7l7 ,operations and maintenance ,section #dhajd is amended by striking 7a7 ,authorization of ,appropriations4--the and inserting ,the4 7m7 ,expenditures from ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund ,section #iejb7;d77#b7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf is amended by striking farms and inserting farms74 #ejcc4 ,visible ,deterrent ,section #acjc of the ,implementing ,recommendations of the #i_/aa ,commission ,act of #bjjg 7#f ,u4,s4,c4 #aaab7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#c71 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#d71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#e7 if the ,,vipr team is deployed to an airport1 shall require1 as appropriate based on risk1 that the ,,vipr team conduct operations-- 7,a7 in the sterile area and any other areas to which only individuals issued security credentials have unescorted access2 and 7,b7 in non-sterile areas4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7b71 by striking such sums as necessary for fiscal years #bjjg through #bjaa and inserting such sums as necessary1 including funds to develop not more than #fj ,,vipr teams1 for fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag4 #ejcd4 ,law enforcement training for mass casualty and active shooter incidents ,section #bjjf7;a77#b7 of the ,homeland ,security ,act of #bjjb 7#f ,u4,s4,c4 #fjg7;a77#b77 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,e7 through 7,i7 as subparagraphs 7,f7 through 7,j71 respectively2 and 7#b7 by inserting after subparagraph 7,d7 the following3 7,e7 training exercises to enhance preparedness for and response to mass casualty and active shooter incidents and security events at public locations1 including airports and mass transit systems2 4 #ejce4 ,assistance to airports and surface transportation systems ,section #bjjh7;a7 of the ,homeland ,security ,act of #bjjb 7#f ,u4,s4,c4 #fji7;a77 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesigning paragraphs 7#i7 through 7#ac7 as paragraphs 7#aj7 through 7#ad71 respectively2 and 7#b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#h7 the following3 7#i7 enhancing the security and preparedness of secure and non-secure areas of eligible airports and surface transportation systems4 4 #ejcf4 ,authorization of certain flights by ,stage #b airplanes 7a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding section #dgecd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall initiate a pilot program to permit the operator of a ,stage #b airplane to operate that airplane in nonrevenue service into not more than four medium hub airports or nonhub airports if-- 7#a7 the airport-- 7,a7 is certified under part #aci of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,b7 has a runway that-- 7i7 is longer than #h1jjj feet and not less than #bjj feet wide2 and 7ii7 is load bearing with a pavement classification number of not less than #ch2 and 7,c7 has a maintenance facility with a maintenance certificate issued under part #ade of such title2 and 7#b7 the operator of the ,stage #b airplane operates not more than #aj flights per month using that airplane4 7b7 ,termination ,the regulations required by subsection 7a7 shall terminate on the earlier of-- 7#a7 the date that is #aj years after the date of the enactment of this ,act2 or 7#b7 the date on which the ,administrator determines that no ,stage #b airplanes remain in service4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,medium hub airport2 nonhub airport ,the terms medium hub airport and nonhub airport have the meanings given those terms in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,stage #b airplane ,the term ,stage #b airplane has the meaning given that term in section #ia4hea of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this ,act74 ,,vi ,transportation security and terrorism prevention ,a ,airport ,security ,enhancement and ,oversight ,act #faja4 ,short title ,this subtitle may be cited as the ,airport ,security ,enhancement and ,oversight ,act4 #fajb4 ,findings ,congress makes the following findings3 7#a7 ,a number of recent airport security breaches in the ,united ,states have involved the use of ,secure ,identification ,display ,area 7referred to in this section as ,,sida7 badges1 the credentials used by airport and airline workers to access the secure areas of an airport4 7#b7 ,in ,december #bjad1 a ,delta ramp agent at ,hartsfield-,jackson ,atlanta ,international ,airport was charged with using his ,,sida badge to bypass airport security checkpoints and facilitate an interstate gun smuggling operation over a number of months via commercial aircraft4 7#c7 ,in ,january #bjae1 an ,atlanta-based ,aviation ,safety ,inspector of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration used his ,,sida badge to bypass airport security checkpoints and transport a firearm in his carry-on luggage4 7#d7 ,in ,february #bjae1 a local news investigation found that over #a1jjj ,,sida badges at ,hartsfield-,jackson ,atlanta ,international ,airport were lost or missing4 7#e7 ,in ,march #bjae1 and again in ,may #bjae1 ,transportation ,security ,administration contractors were indicted for participating in a drug smuggling ring using luggage passed through the secure area of the ,san ,francisco ,international ,airport4 7#f7 ,the ,administration has indicated that it does not maintain a list of lost or missing ,,sida badges1 and instead relies on airport operators to track airport worker credentials4 7#g7 ,the ,administration rarely uses its enforcement authority to fine airport operators that reach a certain threshold of missing ,,sida badges4 7#h7 ,in ,april #bjae1 the ,aviation ,security ,advisory ,committee issued #bh recommendations for improvements to airport access control4 7#i7 ,in ,june #bjae1 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,homeland ,security reported that the ,administration did not have all relevant information regarding #gc airport workers who had records in ,united ,states intelligence-related databases because the ,administration was not authorized to receive all terrorism-related information under current interagency watchlisting policy4 7#aj7 ,the ,inspector ,general also found that the ,administration did not have appropriate checks in place to reject incomplete or inaccurate airport worker employment investigations1 including criminal history record checks and work authorization verifications1 and had limited oversight over the airport operators that the ,administration relies on to perform criminal history and work authorization checks for airport workers4 7#aa7 ,there is growing concern about the potential insider threat at airports in light of recent terrorist activities4 #fajc4 ,definitions ,in this subtitle3 7#a7 ,administration ,the term ,administration means the ,transportation ,security ,administration4 7#b7 ,administrator ,the term ,administrator means the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration4 7#c7 ,appropriate committees of ,congress ,the term appropriate committees of ,congress means-- 7,a7 the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate2 7,b7 the ,committee on ,homeland ,security and ,governmental ,affairs of the ,senate2 and 7,c7 the ,committee on ,homeland ,security of the ,house of ,representatives4 7#d7 ,,asac ,the term ,,asac means the ,aviation ,security ,advisory ,committee established under section #ddidf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#e7 ,secretary ,the term ,secretary means the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security4 7#f7 ,,sida ,the term ,,sida means ,secure ,identification ,display ,area as defined in section #aedj4e of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or any successor regulation to such section4 #fajd4 ,threat assessment 7a7 ,insider threats 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall conduct or update an assessment to determine the level of risk posed to the domestic air transportation system by individuals with unescorted access to a secure area of an airport 7as defined in section #ddijc7;j77#b77;,h77 in light of recent international terrorist activity4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in conducting or updating the assessment under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7,a7 domestic intelligence2 7,b7 international intelligence2 7,c7 the vulnerabilities associated with unescorted access authority granted to domestic airport operators and air carriers1 and their employees2 7,d7 the vulnerabilities associated with unescorted access authority granted to foreign airport operators and air carriers1 and their employees2 7,e7 the processes and practices designed to mitigate the vulnerabilities associated with unescorted access privileges granted to airport operators and air carriers1 and their employees2 7,f7 the recent security breaches at domestic and foreign airports2 and 7,g7 the recent security improvements at domestic airports1 including the implementation of recommendations made by relevant advisory committees4 7b7 ,reports to ,congress ,the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress-- 7#a7 a report on the results of the assessment under subsection 7a71 including any recommendations for improving aviation security2 7#b7 a report on the implementation status of any recommendations made by the ,,asac2 and 7#c7 regular updates about the insider threat environment as new information becomes available and as needed4 #faje4 ,oversight 7a7 ,enhanced requirements 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to public notice and comment1 and in consultation with airport operators1 the ,administrator shall update the rules on access controls issued by the ,secretary under chapter #ddi of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,considerations ,as part of the update under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7,a7 increased fines and advanced oversight for airport operators that report missing more than #e percent of credentials for unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport2 7,b7 best practices for ,category ,x airport operators that report missing more than #c percent of credentials for unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport2 7,c7 additional audits and status checks for airport operators that report missing more than #c percent of credentials for unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport2 7,d7 review and analysis of the prior #e years of audits for airport operators that report missing more than #c percent of credentials for unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport2 7,e7 increased fines and direct enforcement requirements for both airport workers and their employers that fail to report within #bd hours an employment termination or a missing credential for unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport2 and 7,f7 a method for termination by the employer of any airport worker that fails to report in a timely manner missing credentials for unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport4 7b7 ,temporary credentials ,the ,administrator may encourage the issuance by airport and aircraft operators of free one-time1 #bd-;hour temporary credentials for workers who have reported their credentials missing1 but not permanently lost1 stolen1 or destroyed1 in a timely manner1 until replacement of credentials under section #aedb4baa of title #di ,code of ,federal ,regulations is necessary4 7c7 ,notification and report to ,congress ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 notify the appropriate committees of ,congress each time an airport operator reports that more than #c percent of credentials for unescorted access to any ,,sida at a ,category ,x airport are missing or more than #e percent of credentials to access any ,,sida at any other airport are missing2 and 7#b7 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress an annual report on the number of violations and fines related to unescorted access to the ,,sida of an airport collected in the preceding fiscal year4 #fajf4 ,credentials 7a7 ,lawful status ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue guidance to airport operators regarding placement of an expiration date on each airport credential issued to a non-,united ,states citizen no longer than the period of time during which that non-,united ,states citizen is lawfully authorized to work in the ,united ,states4 7b7 ,review of procedures 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 issue guidance for transportation security inspectors to annually review the procedures of airport operators and air carriers for applicants seeking unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport2 and 7,b7 make available to airport operators and air carriers information on identifying suspicious or fraudulent identification materials4 7#b7 ,inclusions ,the guidance shall require a comprehensive review of background checks and employment authorization documents issued by the ,citizenship and ,immigration ,services during the course of a review of procedures under paragraph 7#a74 #fajg4 ,vetting 7a7 ,eligibility requirements 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and subject to public notice and comment1 the ,administrator shall revise the regulations issued under section #ddicf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 in accordance with this section and current knowledge of insider threats and intelligence1 to enhance the eligibility requirements and disqualifying criminal offenses for individuals seeking or having unescorted access to a ,,sida of an airport4 7#b7 ,disqualifying criminal offenses ,in revising the regulations under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consider adding to the list of disqualifying criminal offenses and criteria the offenses and criteria listed in section #abb4ahc7;a77#d7 of title #ai1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations and section #aegb4ajc of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,waiver process for denied credentials ,notwithstanding section #ddicf7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 in revising the regulations under paragraph 7#a7 of this subsection1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 ensure there exists or is developed a waiver process for approving the issuance of credentials for unescorted access to the ,,sida1 for an individual found to be otherwise ineligible for such credentials2 and 7,b7 consider1 as appropriate and practicable-- 7i7 the circumstances of any disqualifying act or offense1 restitution made by the individual1 ,federal and ,state mitigation remedies1 and other factors from which it may be concluded that the individual does not pose a terrorism risk or a risk to aviation security warranting denial of the credential2 and 7ii7 the elements of the appeals and waiver process established under section #gjaje7;c7 of title #df1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#d7 ,look back ,in revising the regulations under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall propose that an individual be disqualified if the individual was convicted1 or found not guilty by reason of insanity1 of a disqualifying criminal offense within #ae years before the date of an individual's application1 or if the individual was incarcerated for that crime and released from incarceration within #e years before the date of the individual's application4 7#e7 ,certifications ,the ,administrator shall require an airport or aircraft operator1 as applicable1 to certify for each individual who receives unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport that-- 7,a7 a specific need exists for providing that individual with unescorted access authority2 and 7,b7 the individual has certified to the airport or aircraft operator that the individual understands the requirements for possessing a ,,sida badge4 7#f7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the status of the revision to the regulations issued under section #ddicf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 in accordance with this section4 7#g7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection may be construed to affect existing aviation worker vetting fees imposed by the ,administration4 7b7 ,recurrent vetting 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator and the ,director of the ,federal ,bureau of ,investigation shall fully implement the ,rap ,back service for recurrent vetting of eligible ,administration-regulated populations of individuals with unescorted access to any ,,sida of an airport4 7#b7 ,requirements ,as part of the requirement in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that-- 7,a7 any status notifications the ,administration receives through the ,rap ,back service about criminal offenses be limited to only disqualifying criminal offenses in accordance with the regulations promulgated by the ,administration under section #ddijc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 or other ,federal law2 and 7,b7 any information received by the ,administration through the ,rap ,back service is provided directly and immediately to the relevant airport and aircraft operators4 7#c7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the implementation status of the ,rap ,back service4 7c7 ,access to terrorism-,related data ,not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator and the ,director of ,national ,intelligence shall coordinate to ensure that the ,administrator is authorized to receive automated1 real-time access to additional ,terrorist ,identities ,datamart ,environment 7,,tide7 data and any other terrorism related category codes to improve the effectiveness of the ,administration's credential vetting program for individuals that are seeking or have unescorted access to a ,,sida of an airport4 7d7 ,access to ,e-,verify and ,,save programs ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall authorize each airport operator to have direct access to the ,e-,verify program and the ,systematic ,alien ,verification for ,entitlements 7,,save7 automated system to determine the eligibility of individuals seeking unescorted access to a ,,sida of an airport4 #fajh4 ,metrics 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop and implement performance metrics to measure the effectiveness of security for the ,s,i,d,as of airports4 7b7 ,considerations ,in developing the performance metrics under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may consider-- 7#a7 adherence to access point procedures2 7#b7 proper use of credentials2 7#c7 differences in access point requirements between airport workers performing functions on the airside of an airport and airport workers performing functions in other areas of an airport2 7#d7 differences in access point characteristics and requirements at airports2 and 7#e7 any additional factors the ,administrator considers necessary to measure performance4 #faji4 ,inspections and assessments 7a7 ,model and best practices ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,,asac1 shall develop a model and best practices for unescorted access security that-- 7#a7 use intelligence1 scientific algorithms1 and risk-based factors2 7#b7 ensure integrity1 accountability1 and control2 7#c7 subject airport workers to random physical security inspections conducted by ,administration representatives in accordance with this section2 7#d7 appropriately manage the number of ,,sida access points to improve supervision of and reduce unauthorized access to these areas2 and 7#e7 include validation of identification materials1 such as with biometrics4 7b7 ,inspections ,consistent with a risk-based security approach1 the ,administrator shall expand the use of transportation security officers and inspectors to conduct enhanced1 random and unpredictable1 data-driven1 and operationally dynamic physical inspections of airport workers in each ,,sida of an airport and at each ,,sida access point-- 7#a7 to verify the credentials of airport workers2 7#b7 to determine whether airport workers possess prohibited items1 except for those that may be necessary for the performance of their duties1 as appropriate1 in any ,,sida of an airport2 and 7#c7 to verify whether airport workers are following appropriate procedures to access a ,,sida of an airport4 7c7 ,screening review 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall conduct a review of airports that have implemented additional airport worker screening or perimeter security to improve airport security1 including-- 7,a7 comprehensive airport worker screening at access points to secure areas2 7,b7 comprehensive perimeter screening1 including vehicles2 7,c7 enhanced fencing or perimeter sensors2 and 7,d7 any additional airport worker screening or perimeter security measures the ,administrator identifies4 7#b7 ,best practices ,after completing the review under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 identify best practices for additional access control and airport worker security at airports2 and 7,b7 disseminate the best practices identified under subparagraph 7,a7 to airport operators4 7#c7 ,pilot program ,the ,administrator may conduct a pilot program at #a or more airports to test and validate best practices for comprehensive airport worker screening or perimeter security under paragraph 7#b74 #faaj4 ,covert testing 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall increase the use of red-team1 covert testing of access controls to any secure areas of an airport4 7b7 ,additional covert testing ,the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,homeland ,security shall conduct red-team1 covert testing of airport access controls to the ,,sida of airports4 7c7 ,reports to ,congress 7#a7 ,administrator report ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committee of ,congress a report on the progress to expand the use of inspections and of red-team1 covert testing under subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,inspector ,general report ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,homeland ,security shall submit to the appropriate committee of ,congress a report on the effectiveness of airport access controls to the ,,sida of airports based on red-team1 covert testing under subsection 7b74 #faaa4 ,security directives 7a7 ,review ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the appropriate regulated entities1 shall conduct a comprehensive review of every current security directive addressed to any regulated entity-- 7#a7 to determine whether the security directive continues to be relevant2 7#b7 to determine whether the security directives should be streamlined or consolidated to most efficiently maximize risk reduction2 and 7#c7 to update1 consolidate1 or revoke any security directive as necessary4 7b7 ,notice ,for each security directive that the ,administrator issues1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress notice of-- 7#a7 the extent to which the security directive responds to a specific threat1 security threat assessment1 or emergency situation against civil aviation2 and 7#b7 when it is anticipated that the security directive will expire4 #faab4 ,implementation report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall-- 7#a7 assess the progress made by the ,administration and the effect on aviation security of implementing the requirements under sections #fajd through #faaa of this ,act2 and 7#b7 report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the assessment under paragraph 7#a71 including any recommendations4 #faac4 ,miscellaneous amendments 7a7 ,,asac terms of office ,section #ddidf7;c77#b77;,a7 is amended to read as follows3 7,a7 ,terms ,the term of each member of the ,advisory ,committee shall be #b years1 but a member may continue to serve until the ,assistant ,secretary appoints a successor4 ,a member of the ,advisory ,committee may be reappointed4 4 7b7 ,feedback ,section #ddidf7;b77#e7 is amended to read as follows3 7#e7 ,feedback ,not later than #ij days after receiving recommendations transmitted by the ,advisory ,committee under paragraph 7#b7 or paragraph 7#d71 the ,assistant ,secretary shall respond in writing to the ,advisory ,committee with feedback on each of the recommendations1 an action plan to implement any of the recommendations with which the ,assistant ,secretary concurs1 and a justification for why any of the recommendations have been rejected4 4 ,b ,,tsa ,pre,check ,expansion ,act #fbja4 ,short title ,this subtitle may be cited as the ,,tsa ,pre,check ,expansion ,act4 #fbjb4 ,definitions ,in this subtitle3 7#a7 ,administrator ,the term ,administrator means the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration4 7#b7 ,department ,the term ,department means the ,department of ,homeland ,security4 7#c7 ,pre,check ,program ,the term ,pre,check ,program means the trusted traveler program implemented by the ,transportation ,security ,administration under section #aji7;a77#c7 of the ,aviation and ,transportation ,security ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #aad74 7#d7 ,,tsa ,the term ,,tsa means the ,transportation ,security ,administration4 #fbjc4 ,pre,check ,program authorization ,the ,administrator shall continue to administer the ,pre,check ,program established under the authority of the ,aviation and ,transportation ,security ,act 7,public ,law #ajg-ga2 #aae ,stat4 #eig74 #fbjd4 ,pre,check ,program enrollment expansion 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall publish ,pre,check ,program enrollment standards that add multiple private sector application capabilities for the ,pre,check ,program to increase the public's enrollment access to the program1 including standards that allow the use of secure technologies1 including online enrollment1 kiosks1 tablets1 or staffed laptop stations at which individuals can apply for entry into the program4 7b7 ,requirements ,upon publication of the ,pre,check ,program enrollment standards under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 coordinate with interested parties-- 7,a7 to deploy ,,tsa-approved ready-to-market private sector solutions that meet the ,pre,check ,program enrollment standards under subsection 7a72 7,b7 to make available additional ,pre,check ,program enrollment capabilities2 and 7,c7 to offer secure online and mobile enrollment opportunities2 7#b7 partner with the private sector to collect biographic and biometric identification information via kiosks1 mobile devices1 or other mobile enrollment platforms to increase enrollment flexibility and minimize the amount of travel to enrollment centers for applicants2 7#c7 ensure that any information1 including biographic information1 is collected in a manner that-- 7,a7 is comparable with the appropriate and applicable standards developed by the ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology2 and 7,b7 protects privacy and data security1 including that any personally identifiable information is collected1 retained1 used1 and shared in a manner consistent with section #eeb;a of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code 7commonly known as ,privacy ,act of #aigd71 and with agency regulations2 7#d7 ensure that the enrollment process is streamlined and flexible to allow an individual to provide additional information to complete enrollment and verify identity2 7#e7 ensure that any enrollment expansion using a private sector risk assessment instead of a fingerprint-based criminal history records check is evaluated and certified by the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security1 and verified by the ,government ,accountability ,office or a federally funded research and development center after award to be equivalent to a fingerprint-based criminal history records check conducted through the ,federal ,bureau of ,investigation with respect to the effectiveness in identifying individuals who are not qualified to participate in the ,pre,check program due to disqualifying criminal history2 and 7#f7 ensure that the ,secretary has certified that reasonable procedures are in place with regard to the accuracy1 relevancy1 and proper utilization of information employed in private sector risk assessments4 7c7 ,marketing of ,pre,check ,program ,upon publication of ,pre,check ,program enrollment standards under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 in accordance with those standards1 develop and implement-- 7,a7 a continual process1 including an associated timeframe1 for approving private sector marketing of the ,pre,check ,program2 and 7,b7 a long-term strategy for partnering with the private sector to encourage enrollment in such program2 7#b7 submit to ,congress1 at the end of each fiscal year1 a report on any ,pre,check ,program application fees collected in excess of the costs of administering the program1 including to access the feasibility of the program1 for the preceding fiscal year2 and 7#c7 include in the report under paragraph 7#b7 recommendations for using such amounts to support marketing of the program under this subsection4 7d7 ,identity verification enhancement ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 coordinate with the heads of appropriate components of the ,department to leverage department-held data and technologies to verify the citizenship of individuals enrolling in the ,pre,check ,program2 7#b7 partner with the private sector to use biometrics and authentication standards1 such as relevant standards developed by the ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology1 to facilitate enrollment in the program2 and 7#c7 consider leveraging the existing resources and abilities of airports to conduct fingerprint and background checks to expedite identity verification4 7e7 ,pre,check ,program lanes operation ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 ensure that ,pre,check ,program screening lanes are open and available during peak and high-volume travel times at appropriate airports to individuals enrolled in the ,pre,check ,program2 and 7#b7 make every practicable effort to provide expedited screening at standard screening lanes during times when ,pre,check ,program screening lanes are closed to individuals enrolled in the program in order to maintain operational efficiency4 7f7 ,vetting for ,pre,check ,program participants ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate an assessment to identify any security vulnerabilities in the vetting process for the ,pre,check ,program1 including determining whether subjecting ,pre,check ,program participants to recurrent fingerprint-based criminal history records checks1 in addition to recurrent checks against the terrorist watchlist1 could be done in a cost-effective manner to strengthen the security of the ,pre,check ,program4 ,c ,securing ,aviation from ,foreign ,entry ,points and ,guarding ,airports ,through ,enhanced ,security ,act of #bjaf #fcja4 ,short title ,this subtitle may be cited as the ,securing ,aviation from ,foreign ,entry ,points and ,guarding ,airports ,through ,enhanced ,security ,act of #bjaf4 #fcjb4 ,last point of departure airport security assessment 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall conduct a comprehensive security risk assessment of all last point of departure airports with nonstop flights to the ,united ,states4 7b7 ,contents ,the security risk assessment required under subsection 7a7 shall include consideration of the following3 7#a7 ,the level of coordination and cooperation between the ,transportation ,security ,administration and the foreign government of the country in which the last point of departure airport with nonstop flights to the ,united ,states is located4 7#b7 ,the intelligence and threat mitigation capabilities of the country in which such airport is located4 7#c7 ,the number of known or suspected terrorists annually transiting through such airport4 7#d7 ,the degree to which the foreign government of the country in which such airport is located mandates1 encourages1 or prohibits the collection1 analysis1 and sharing of passenger name records4 7#e7 ,the passenger security screening practices1 capabilities1 and capacity of such airport4 7#f7 ,the security vetting undergone by aviation workers at such airport4 7#g7 ,the access controls utilized by such airport to limit to authorized personnel access to secure and sterile areas of such airports4 #fcjc4 ,security coordination enhancement plan 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #bdj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall submit to ,congress and the ,government ,accountability ,office a plan-- 7#a7 to enhance and bolster security collaboration1 coordination1 and information sharing relating to securing international-inbound aviation between the ,united ,states and domestic and foreign partners1 including ,u4,s4 ,customs and ,border ,protection1 foreign government entities1 passenger air carriers1 cargo air carriers1 and ,united ,states ,government entities1 in order to enhance security capabilities at foreign airports1 including airports that may not have nonstop flights to the ,united ,states but are nonetheless determined by the ,administrator to be high risk2 and 7#b7 that includes an assessment of the ability of the ,administration to enter into a mutual agreement with a foreign government entity that permits ,administration representatives to conduct without prior notice inspections of foreign airports4 7b7 ,,gao review ,not later than #ahj days after the submission of the plan required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall review the efforts1 capabilities1 and effectiveness of the ,transportation ,security ,administration to enhance security capabilities at foreign airports and determine if the implementation of such efforts and capabilities effectively secures international-inbound aviation4 #fcjd4 ,workforce assessment ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall submit to ,congress a comprehensive workforce assessment of all ,administration personnel within the ,office of ,global ,strategies of the ,administration or whose primary professional duties contribute to the ,administration's global efforts to secure transportation security1 including a review of whether such personnel are assigned in a risk-based1 intelligence-driven manner4 #fcje4 ,donation of screening equipment to protect the ,united ,states 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration is authorized to donate security screening equipment to a foreign last point of departure airport operator if such equipment can be reasonably expected to mitigate a specific vulnerability to the security of the ,united ,states or ,united ,states citizens4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #cj days before any donation of security screening equipment pursuant to subsection 7a71 the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall provide to the ,committee on ,homeland ,security and ,governmental ,affairs and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,homeland ,security of the ,house of ,representatives a detailed written explanation of the following3 7#a7 ,the specific vulnerability to the ,united ,states or ,united ,states citizens that will be mitigated by such donation4 7#b7 ,an explanation as to why the recipient of such donation is unable or unwilling to purchase security screening equipment to mitigate such vulnerability4 7#c7 ,an evacuation plan for sensitive technologies in case of emergency or instability in the country to which such donation is being made4 7#d7 ,how the ,administrator will ensure the security screening equipment that is being donated is used and maintained over the course of its life by the recipient4 7#e7 ,the total dollar value of such donation4 #fcjf4 ,national cargo security program 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration may evaluate foreign countries' air cargo security programs to determine whether such programs provide a level of security commensurate with the level of security required by ,united ,states air cargo security programs4 7b7 ,approval and recognition 7#a7 ,in general ,if the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration determines that a foreign country's air cargo security program evaluated under subsection 7a7 provides a level of security commensurate with the level of security required by ,united ,states air cargo security programs1 the ,administrator shall approve and officially recognize such foreign country's air cargo security program4 7#b7 ,effect of approval and recognition ,if the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration approves and officially recognizes pursuant to paragraph 7#a7 a foreign country's air cargo security program1 cargo aircraft of such foreign country shall not be required to adhere to ,united ,states air cargo security programs that would otherwise be applicable4 7c7 ,revocation and suspension 7#a7 ,in general ,if the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration determines at any time that a foreign country's air cargo security program approved and officially recognized under subsection 7b7 no longer provides a level of security commensurate with the level of security required by ,united ,states air cargo security programs1 the ,administrator may revoke or temporarily suspend such approval and official recognition until such time as the ,administrator determines that such foreign country's cargo security programs provide a level of security commensurate with the level of security required by such ,united ,states air cargo security programs4 7#b7 ,notification ,if the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration revokes or suspends pursuant to paragraph 7#a7 a foreign country's air cargo security program1 the ,administrator shall notify the ,committee on ,homeland ,security of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate not later than #cj days after such revocation or suspension4 ,d ,miscellaneous #fdja4 ,international training and capacity development 7a7 ,in general ,in accordance with section #aad of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration shall establish an international training and capacity development program to train the appropriate authorities of foreign governments in air transportation security4 7b7 ,contents of training ,if the ,administrator determines that a foreign government would benefit from training and capacity development assistance1 the ,administrator may provide to the appropriate authorities of that foreign government technical assistance and training programs to strengthen aviation security in managerial1 operational1 and technical areas1 including-- 7#a7 active shooter scenarios2 7#b7 incident response2 7#c7 use of canines2 7#d7 mitigation of insider threats2 7#e7 perimeter security2 7#f7 operation and maintenance of security screening technology2 and 7#g7 recurrent related training and exercises4 #fdjb4 ,checkpoints of the future 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration1 in accordance with chapter #ddi of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall request the ,aviation ,security ,advisory ,committee to develop recommendations for more efficient and effective passenger screening processes4 7b7 ,considerations ,in making recommendations to improve existing passenger screening processes1 the ,aviation ,security ,advisory ,committee shall consider-- 7#a7 the configuration of a checkpoint2 7#b7 technology innovation2 7#c7 ways to address any vulnerabilities identified in audits of checkpoint operations2 7#d7 ways to prevent security breaches at airports where ,federal security screening is provided2 7#e7 best practices in aviation security2 7#f7 recommendations from airport and aircraft operators1 and any relevant advisory committees2 and 7#g7 curb to curb processes and procedures4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the ,aviation ,security ,advisory ,committee review1 including any recommendations for improving screening processes4 ,,vii ,airport and airway trust fund provisions and related taxes #gaja4 ,expenditure authority from ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund 7a7 ,in general ,section #iejb7;d77#a7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf is amended-- 7#a7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a71 by striking ,july #af1 #bjaf and inserting ,october #a1 #bjag2 and 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,a71 by striking the semicolon at the end and inserting or the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,reauthorization ,act of #bjaf24 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,section #iejb7;e77#b7 of such ,code is amended by striking ,july #af1 #bjaf and inserting ,october #a1 #bjag4 #gajb4 ,extension of taxes funding ,airport and ,airway ,trust ,fund 7a7 ,fuel taxes ,section #djha7;d77#b77;,b7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf is amended by striking ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjag4 7b7 ,ticket taxes 7#a7 ,persons ,section #dbfa7k77#a77;,a77ii7 of such ,code is amended by striking ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjag4 7#b7 ,property ,section #dbga7;d77#a77;,a77ii7 of such ,code is amended by striking ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjag4 7c7 ,fractional ownership programs 7#a7 ,treatment as non-commercial aviation ,section #djhc7;b7 of such ,code is amended by striking ,july #af1 #bjaf and inserting ,october #a1 #bjag4 7#b7 ,exemption from ticket taxes ,section #dbfa7;j7 of such ,code is amended by striking ,july #ae1 #bjaf and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjag4 ,amend the title so as to read3 ,an ,act to amend title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to authorize appropriations for the ,federal ,aviation ,administration for fiscal years #bjaf through #bjag1 and for other purposes44 ,secretary