,in the ,senate of the ,united ,states1 ,may #i1 #bjbd4 ,amendment3 ,that the bill from the ,house of ,representatives 7,h4,r4 #cice7 entitled ,an ,act to amend title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to reauthorize and improve the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and other civil aviation programs1 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 ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd4 7b7 ,table of contents ,the table of contents for this ,act is as follows3 ,sec4 #a4 ,short title2 table of contents4 ,sec4 #b4 ,definitions4 ,,title ,i--,authorizations ,sec4 #aja4 ,airport planning and development and noise compatibility planning and programs4 ,sec4 #ajb4 ,facilities and equipment4 ,sec4 #ajc4 ,operations4 ,sec4 #ajd4 ,extension of miscellaneous expiring authorities4 ,,title ,,ii--,,faa ,oversight and ,organizational ,reform ,sec4 #bja4 ,,faa leadership4 ,sec4 #bjb4 ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement4 ,sec4 #bjc4 ,prohibition on conflicting pecuniary interests4 ,sec4 #bjd4 ,authority of ,secretary and ,administrator4 ,sec4 #bje4 ,regulatory materials improvement4 ,sec4 #bjf4 ,future of ,next,gen4 ,sec4 #bjg4 ,airspace ,modernization ,office4 ,sec4 #bjh4 ,application dashboard and feedback portal4 ,sec4 #bji4 ,sense of ,congress on ,,faa engagement during rulemaking activities4 ,sec4 #baj4 ,civil ,aeromedical ,institute4 ,sec4 #baa4 ,management ,advisory ,council4 ,sec4 #bab4 ,chief ,operating ,officer4 ,sec4 #bac4 ,report on unfunded capital investment needs of air traffic control system4 ,sec4 #bad4 ,chief ,technology ,officer4 ,sec4 #bae4 ,definition of air traffic control system4 ,sec4 #baf4 ,peer review of ,office of ,whistleblower ,protection and ,aviation ,safety ,investigations4 ,sec4 #bag4 ,cybersecurity lead4 ,sec4 #bah4 ,eliminating ,,faa reporting and unnecessary requirements4 ,sec4 #bai4 ,authority to use electronic service4 ,sec4 #bbj4 ,safety and efficiency through digitization of ,,faa systems4 ,sec4 #bba4 ,,faa telework4 ,sec4 #bbb4 ,review of office space4 ,sec4 #bbc4 ,restoration of authority4 ,sec4 #bbd4 ,,faa participation in industry standards organizations4 ,sec4 #bbe4 ,sense of ,congress on use of voluntary consensus standards4 ,sec4 #bbf4 ,required designation4 ,sec4 #bbg4 ,administrative ,services ,franchise ,fund4 ,sec4 #bbh4 ,commercial preference4 ,sec4 #bbi4 ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,steering ,committee4 ,sec4 #bcj4 ,review and updates of categorical exclusions4 ,sec4 #bca4 ,implementation of anti-terrorist and narcotic air events programs4 ,,title ,,iii--,aviation ,safety ,improvements ,subtitle ,a--,general ,provisions ,sec4 #cja4 ,helicopter air ambulance operations4 ,sec4 #cjb4 ,global aircraft maintenance safety improvements4 ,sec4 #cjc4 ,,oda best practice sharing4 ,sec4 #cjd4 ,training of organization delegation authorization unit members4 ,sec4 #cje4 ,clarification on safety management system information disclosure4 ,sec4 #cjf4 ,reauthorization of certain provisions of the ,aircraft ,certification1 ,safety1 and ,accountability ,act4 ,sec4 #cjg4 ,continued oversight of ,,faa compliance program4 ,sec4 #cjh4 ,scalability of safety management systems4 ,sec4 #cji4 ,review of safety management system rulemaking4 ,sec4 #caj4 ,independent study on future state of type certification processes4 ,sec4 #caa4 ,use of advanced tools and high-risk flight testing in certifying aerospace products4 ,sec4 #cab4 ,transport airplane and propulsion certification modernization4 ,sec4 #cac4 ,fire protection standards4 ,sec4 #cad4 ,risk model for production facility inspections4 ,sec4 #cae4 ,review of ,,faa use of aviation safety data4 ,sec4 #caf4 ,weather reporting systems study4 ,sec4 #cag4 ,,gao study on expansion of the ,,faa weather camera program4 ,sec4 #cah4 ,audit on aviation safety in era of wireless connectivity4 ,sec4 #cai4 ,safety data analysis for aircraft without transponders4 ,sec4 #cbj4 ,crash-resistant fuel systems in rotorcraft4 ,sec4 #cba4 ,reducing turbulence-related injuries on part #aba aircraft operations4 ,sec4 #cbb4 ,study on radiation exposure4 ,sec4 #cbc4 ,study on impacts of temperature in aircraft cabins4 ,sec4 #cbd4 ,lithium-ion powered wheelchairs4 ,sec4 #cbe4 ,national simulator program policies and guidance4 ,sec4 #cbf4 ,briefing on agricultural application approval timing4 ,sec4 #cbg4 ,sense of ,congress regarding safety and security of aviation infrastructure4 ,sec4 #cbh4 ,restricted category aircraft maintenance and operations4 ,sec4 #cbi4 ,aircraft interchange agreement limitations4 ,sec4 #ccj4 ,task ,force on human factors in aviation safety4 ,sec4 #cca4 ,update of ,,faa standards to allow distribution and use of certain restricted routes and terminal procedures4 ,sec4 #ccb4 ,,asos_/,,awos service report dashboard4 ,sec4 #ccc4 ,helicopter safety4 ,sec4 #ccd4 ,review and incorporation of human readiness levels into agency guidance material4 ,sec4 #cce4 ,service difficulty reports4 ,sec4 #ccf4 ,consistent and timely pilot checks for air carriers4 ,sec4 #ccg4 ,flight service stations4 ,sec4 #cch4 ,tarmac operations monitoring study4 ,sec4 #cci4 ,improved safety in rural areas4 ,sec4 #cdj4 ,study on ,,faa use of mandatory ,equal ,access to ,justice ,act waivers4 ,sec4 #cda4 ,airport air safety4 ,sec4 #cdb4 ,don ,young ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative4 ,sec4 #cdc4 ,accountability and compliance4 ,sec4 #cdd4 ,changed product rule reform4 ,sec4 #cde4 ,administrative authority for civil penalties4 ,sec4 #cdf4 ,study on airworthiness standards compliance4 ,sec4 #cdg4 ,zero tolerance for near misses1 runway incursions1 and surface safety risks4 ,sec4 #cdh4 ,improvements to ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing ,program4 ,sec4 #cdi4 ,instructions for continued airworthiness aviation rulemaking committee4 ,sec4 #cej4 ,secondary cockpit barriers4 ,sec4 #cea4 ,part #ace duty and rest4 ,sec4 #ceb4 ,flight data recovery from overwater operations4 ,sec4 #cec4 ,ramp worker safety call to action4 ,sec4 #ced4 ,voluntary reporting protections4 ,sec4 #cee4 ,tower marking notice of proposed rulemaking4 ,sec4 #cef4 ,promotion of civil aeronautics and safety of air commerce4 ,sec4 #ceg4 ,educational and professional development4 ,sec4 #ceh4 ,global aviation safety4 ,sec4 #cei4 ,availability of personnel for inspections1 site visits1 and training4 ,sec4 #cfj4 ,wildfire suppression4 ,sec4 #cfa4 ,continuous aircraft tracking and transmission for high altitude balloons4 ,sec4 #cfb4 ,cabin air safety4 ,sec4 #cfc4 ,commercial air tour and sport parachuting safety4 ,sec4 #cfd4 ,hawaii air noise and safety task force4 ,sec4 #cfe4 ,modernization and improvements to aircraft evacuation4 ,sec4 #cff4 #be-;hour cockpit voice recorder4 ,sec4 #cfg4 ,sense of ,congress regarding mandated contents of onboard emergency medical kits4 ,sec4 #cfh4 ,passenger aircraft first aid and emergency medical kit equipment and training4 ,sec4 #cfi4 ,international aviation safety assessment program4 ,sec4 #cgj4 ,whistleblower protection enforcement4 ,sec4 #cga4 ,civil penalties for whistleblower protection program violations4 ,sec4 #cgb4 ,enhanced qualification program for restricted airline transport pilot certificate4 ,subtitle ,b--,aviation ,cybersecurity ,sec4 #cia4 ,findings4 ,sec4 #cib4 ,aerospace product safety4 ,sec4 #cic4 ,federal ,aviation ,administration regulations1 policy1 and guidance4 ,sec4 #cid4 ,securing aircraft avionics systems4 ,sec4 #cie4 ,civil aviation cybersecurity rulemaking committee4 ,sec4 #cif4 ,,gao report on cybersecurity of commercial aviation avionics4 ,,title ,,iv--,aerospace ,workforce ,sec4 #dja4 ,repeal of duplicative or obsolete workforce programs4 ,sec4 #djb4 ,civil airmen statistics4 ,sec4 #djc4 ,bessie ,coleman ,women in ,aviation ,advisory ,committee4 ,sec4 #djd4 ,,faa engagement and collaboration with ,h,b,c,us and ,m,s,is4 ,sec4 #dje4 ,airman knowledge testing working group4 ,sec4 #djf4 ,airman ,certification ,standards4 ,sec4 #djg4 ,airman's ,medical ,bill of ,rights4 ,sec4 #djh4 ,improved designee misconduct reporting process4 ,sec4 #dji4 ,report on safe uniform options for certain aviation employees4 ,sec4 #daj4 ,human factors professionals4 ,sec4 #daa4 ,aeromedical innovation and modernization working group4 ,sec4 #dab4 ,frontline manager workload study4 ,sec4 #dac4 ,medical ,portal ,modernization ,task ,group4 ,sec4 #dad4 ,study of high school aviation maintenance training programs4 ,sec4 #dae4 ,improved access to air traffic control simulation training4 ,sec4 #daf4 ,air traffic controller instructor recruitment1 hiring1 and retention4 ,sec4 #dag4 ,ensuring hiring of air traffic control specialists is based on assessment of job-relevant aptitudes4 ,sec4 #dah4 ,pilot program to provide veterans with pilot training services4 ,sec4 #dai4 ,providing non-,federal weather observer training to airport personnel4 ,sec4 #dbj4 ,prohibition of remote dispatching4 ,sec4 #dba4 ,crewmember pumping guidance4 ,sec4 #dbb4 ,,gao study and report on extent and effects of commercial aviation pilot shortage on regional_/commuter carriers4 ,sec4 #dbc4 ,report on implementation of recommendations of ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,youth ,access to ,american ,jobs in ,aviation ,task ,force4 ,sec4 #dbd4 ,sense of ,congress on improving unmanned aircraft system staffing at ,,faa4 ,sec4 #dbe4 ,joint aviation employment training working group4 ,sec4 #dbf4 ,military aviation maintenance technicians rule4 ,sec4 #dbg4 ,crewmember self-defense training4 ,sec4 #dbh4 ,direct-hire authority utilization4 ,sec4 #dbi4 ,,faa ,workforce review audit4 ,sec4 #dcj4 ,staffing model for aviation safety inspectors4 ,sec4 #dca4 ,safety-critical staffing4 ,sec4 #dcb4 ,deterring crewmember interference4 ,sec4 #dcc4 ,use of biographical assessments4 ,sec4 #dcd4 ,employee assault prevention and response plan standards and best practices4 ,sec4 #dce4 ,formal policy on sexual assault and harassment on air carriers4 ,sec4 #dcf4 ,interference with security screening personnel4 ,sec4 #dcg4 ,air traffic control workforce staffing4 ,sec4 #dch4 ,airport service workforce analysis4 ,sec4 #dci4 ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,academy and facility expansion plan4 ,sec4 #ddj4 ,improving ,federal aviation workforce development programs4 ,sec4 #dda4 ,national strategic plan for aviation workforce development4 ,,title ,v--,passenger ,experience ,improvements ,subtitle ,a--,consumer ,enhancements ,sec4 #eja4 ,establishment of ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection4 ,sec4 #ejb4 ,additional within and beyond perimeter slot exemptions at ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport4 ,sec4 #ejc4 ,refunds4 ,sec4 #ejd4 ,know ,your ,rights posters4 ,sec4 #eje4 ,access to customer service assistance for all travelers4 ,sec4 #ejf4 ,airline customer service dashboards4 ,sec4 #ejg4 ,increase in civil penalties4 ,sec4 #ejh4 ,advisory committee for aviation consumer protection4 ,sec4 #eji4 ,extension of aviation consumer advocate reporting requirement4 ,sec4 #eaj4 ,codification of consumer protection provisions4 ,sec4 #eaa4 ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics4 ,sec4 #eab4 ,reimbursement for incurred costs4 ,sec4 #eac4 ,streamlining of offline ticket disclosures4 ,sec4 #ead4 ,,gao study on competition and consolidation in the air carrier industry4 ,sec4 #eae4 ,,gao study and report on the operational preparedness of air carriers for certain events4 ,sec4 #eaf4 ,family seating4 ,sec4 #eag4 ,passenger experience advisory committee4 ,sec4 #eah4 ,updating passenger information requirement regulations4 ,sec4 #eai4 ,seat dimensions4 ,sec4 #ebj4 ,modernization of consumer complaint submissions4 ,subtitle ,b--,accessibility ,sec4 #eda4 ,air ,carrier ,access ,act advisory committee4 ,sec4 #edb4 ,improved training standards for assisting passengers who use wheelchairs4 ,sec4 #edc4 ,training standards for stowage of wheelchairs and scooters4 ,sec4 #edd4 ,mobility aids on board improve lives and empower all4 ,sec4 #ede4 ,prioritizing accountability and accessibility for aviation consumers4 ,sec4 #edf4 ,accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities4 ,sec4 #edg4 ,equal accessibility to passenger portals4 ,sec4 #edh4 ,aircraft access standards4 ,sec4 #edi4 ,investigation of complaints4 ,sec4 #eej4 ,removal of outdated references to passengers with disabilities4 ,sec4 #eea4 ,on-board wheelchairs in aircraft cabin4 ,sec4 #eeb4 ,aircraft accessibility4 ,subtitle ,c--,air ,service ,development ,sec4 #efa4 ,essential air service reforms4 ,sec4 #efb4 ,small community air service development grants4 ,sec4 #efc4 ,,gao study and report on the alternate essential air service pilot program4 ,sec4 #efd4 ,essential air service in parts of ,alaska4 ,sec4 #efe4 ,essential air service community petition for review4 ,sec4 #eff4 ,essential air service authorization4 ,sec4 #efg4 ,,gao study on costs of essential air service4 ,sec4 #efh4 ,response time for applications to provide essential air service4 ,sec4 #efi4 ,,gao study on certain airport delays4 ,sec4 #egj4 ,report on restoration of small community air service4 ,,title ,,vi--,modernizing the ,national ,airspace ,system ,sec4 #fja4 ,instrument landing system installation4 ,sec4 #fjb4 ,navigation aids study4 ,sec4 #fjc4 ,next,gen accountability review4 ,sec4 #fjd4 ,airspace access4 ,sec4 #fje4 ,,faa contract tower workforce audit4 ,sec4 #fjf4 ,air traffic control tower safety4 ,sec4 #fjg4 ,air traffic services data reports4 ,sec4 #fjh4 ,consideration of small hub control towers4 ,sec4 #fji4 ,flight profile optimization4 ,sec4 #faj4 ,extension of enhanced air traffic services pilot program4 ,sec4 #faa4 ,federal contact tower wage determinations and positions4 ,sec4 #fab4 ,briefing on radio communications coverage around mountainous terrain4 ,sec4 #fac4 ,aeronautical mobile communications services4 ,sec4 #fad4 ,delivery of clearance to pilots via internet protocol4 ,sec4 #fae4 ,study on congested airspace4 ,sec4 #faf4 ,briefing on ,,lit ,,vortac project4 ,sec4 #fag4 ,surface surveillance4 ,sec4 #fah4 ,consideration of third-party services4 ,sec4 #fai4 ,next,gen programs4 ,sec4 #fbj4 ,contract ,tower ,program4 ,sec4 #fba4 ,remote towers4 ,sec4 #fbb4 ,audit of legacy systems4 ,sec4 #fbc4 ,air ,traffic ,control ,facility ,realignment study4 ,sec4 #fbd4 ,air traffic control tower replacement process report4 ,sec4 #fbe4 ,contract tower program safety enhancements4 ,sec4 #fbf4 ,sense of ,congress on use of advanced surveillance in oceanic airspace4 ,sec4 #fbg4 ,low-altitude routes for vertical flight4 ,sec4 #fbh4 ,required consultation with ,national ,parks ,overflights ,advisory ,group4 ,sec4 #fbi4 ,upgrading and replacing aging air traffic systems4 ,sec4 #fcj4 ,airspace integration for space launch and reentry4 ,sec4 #fca4 ,update to ,,faa order on airway planning standard4 ,,title ,,vii--,modernizing ,airport ,infrastructure ,subtitle ,a--,airport ,improvement ,program ,modifications ,sec4 #gja4 ,development of airport plans4 ,sec4 #gjb4 ,,aip definitions4 ,sec4 #gjc4 ,revenue diversion penalty enhancement4 ,sec4 #gjd4 ,extension of competitive access report requirement4 ,sec4 #gje4 ,renewal of certain leases4 ,sec4 #gjf4 ,community use of airport land4 ,sec4 #gjg4 ,price adjustment provisions4 ,sec4 #gjh4 ,updating ,united ,states ,government's share of project costs4 ,sec4 #gji4 ,allowable project costs and letters of intent4 ,sec4 #gaj4 ,small airport letters of intent4 ,sec4 #gaa4 ,prohibition on provision of airport improvement grant funds to certain entities that have violated intellectual property rights of ,united ,states entities4 ,sec4 #gab4 ,apportionments4 ,sec4 #gac4 ,,pfc turnback reduction4 ,sec4 #gad4 ,airport safety and resilient infrastructure discretionary program4 ,sec4 #gae4 ,special carryover assumption rule4 ,sec4 #gaf4 ,small airport fund4 ,sec4 #gag4 ,revision of discretionary categories4 ,sec4 #gah4 ,discretionary fund for terminal development costs4 ,sec4 #gai4 ,protecting general aviation airports from closure4 ,sec4 #gbj4 ,state block grant program4 ,sec4 #gba4 ,innovative financing techniques4 ,sec4 #gbb4 ,long-term management plans4 ,sec4 #gbc4 ,alternative project delivery4 ,sec4 #gbd4 ,nonmovement area surveillance surface display systems pilot program4 ,sec4 #gbe4 ,airport accessibility4 ,sec4 #gbf4 ,general aviation airport runway extension pilot program4 ,sec4 #gbg4 ,repeal of obsolete criminal provisions4 ,sec4 #gbh4 ,transfers of air traffic systems acquired with ,,aip funding4 ,sec4 #gbi4 ,national priority system formulas4 ,sec4 #gcj4 ,minority and disadvantaged business participation4 ,sec4 #gca4 ,extension of provision relating to airport access roads in remote locations4 ,sec4 #gcb4 ,populous counties without airports4 ,sec4 #gcc4 ,,aip handbook update4 ,sec4 #gcd4 ,,gao audit of airport financial reporting program4 ,sec4 #gce4 ,,gao study of onsite airport generation4 ,sec4 #gcf4 ,transportation demand management at airports4 ,sec4 #gcg4 ,coastal airports assessment4 ,sec4 #gch4 ,airport investment partnership program4 ,sec4 #gci4 ,special rule for reclassification of certain unclassified airports4 ,sec4 #gdj4 ,permanent solar powered taxiway edge lighting systems4 ,sec4 #gda4 ,secondary runways4 ,sec4 #gdb4 ,increasing energy efficiency of airports and meeting current and future energy power demands4 ,sec4 #gdc4 ,review of airport layout plans4 ,sec4 #gdd4 ,protection of safe and efficient use of airspace at airports4 ,sec4 #gde4 ,electric aircraft infrastructure pilot program4 ,sec4 #gdf4 ,curb management practices4 ,sec4 #gdg4 ,notice of funding opportunity4 ,sec4 #gdh4 ,runway safety projects4 ,sec4 #gdi4 ,airport diagram terminology4 ,sec4 #gej4 ,,gao study on fee transparency by fixed based operators4 ,sec4 #gea4 ,minority and disadvantaged business participation4 ,sec4 #geb4 ,prohibition on certain runway length requirements4 ,sec4 #gec4 ,report on ,indo-,pacific airports4 ,sec4 #ged4 ,,gao study on implementation of grants at certain airports4 ,sec4 #gee4 ,,gao study on transit access4 ,sec4 #gef4 ,banning municipal airport4 ,sec4 #geg4 ,disputed changes of sponsorship at federally obligated1 publicly owned airport4 ,sec4 #geh4 ,procurement regulations applicable to ,,faa multimodal projects4 ,sec4 #gei4 ,buckeye #idj release of deed restrictions4 ,sec4 #gfj4 ,washington1 ,,dc ,metropolitan ,area ,special ,flight ,rules ,area4 ,sec4 #gfa4 ,study on air cargo operations in ,puerto ,rico4 ,sec4 #gfb4 ,progress reports on the national transition plan related to a fluorine-free firefighting foam4 ,sec4 #gfc4 ,report on airport notifications4 ,sec4 #gfd4 ,study on competition and airport access4 ,sec4 #gfe4 ,regional airport capacity study4 ,sec4 #gff4 ,study on autonomous and electric-powered track systems4 ,sec4 #gfg4 ,,pfas-related resources for airports4 ,sec4 #gfh4 ,limitation on certain rolling stock procurements4 ,sec4 #gfi4 ,maintaining safe fire and rescue staffing levels4 ,sec4 #ggj4 ,grant assurances4 ,sec4 #gga4 ,aviation fuel in ,alaska4 ,sec4 #ggb4 ,application of amendments4 ,sec4 #ggc4 ,prohibition on use of amounts to process or administer any application for the joint use of ,homestead ,air ,reserve ,base with civil aviation4 ,sec4 #ggd4 ,universal changing station4 ,sec4 #ggd;,a4 ,airport human trafficking prevention grants4 ,sec4 #ggd;,b4 ,study on improvements for certain nonhub airports4 ,subtitle ,b--,passenger ,facility ,charges ,sec4 #gge4 ,additional permitted uses of passenger facility charge revenue4 ,sec4 #ggf4 ,passenger facility charge streamlining4 ,subtitle ,c--,noise ,and ,environmental ,programs ,and ,streamlining ,sec4 #gha4 ,streamlining consultation process4 ,sec4 #ghb4 ,repeal of burdensome emissions credit requirements4 ,sec4 #ghc4 ,expedited environmental review and one ,federal decision4 ,sec4 #ghd4 ,subchapter ,,iii definitions4 ,sec4 #ghe4 ,pilot program extension4 ,sec4 #ghf4 ,part #aej noise standards update4 ,sec4 #ghg4 ,reducing community aircraft noise exposure4 ,sec4 #ghh4 ,categorical exclusions4 ,sec4 #ghi4 ,updating presumed to conform limits4 ,sec4 #gij4 ,recommendations on reducing rotorcraft noise in ,district of ,columbia4 ,sec4 #gia4 ,,ufp study4 ,sec4 #gib4 ,aircraft ,noise ,advisory ,committee4 ,sec4 #gic4 ,community collaboration program4 ,sec4 #gid4 ,information sharing requirement4 ,sec4 #gie4 ,mechanisms to reduce helicopter noise4 ,,title ,,viii--,general ,aviation ,sec4 #hja4 ,reexamination of pilots or certificate holders4 ,sec4 #hjb4 ,,gao review of ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights4 ,sec4 #hjc4 ,data privacy4 ,sec4 #hjd4 ,accountability for aircraft registration numbers4 ,sec4 #hje4 ,timely resolution of investigations4 ,sec4 #hjf4 ,all makes and models authorization4 ,sec4 #hjg4 ,response to letter of investigation4 ,sec4 #hjh4 ,,ads-,b out equipage study2 ,vehicle-to-,vehicle link program4 ,sec4 #hji4 ,ensuring safe landings during off-airport operations4 ,sec4 #haj4 ,development of low-cost voluntary ,,ads-,b4 ,sec4 #haa4 ,airshow safety team4 ,sec4 #hab4 ,aircraft registration validity during renewal4 ,sec4 #hac4 ,temporary airman certificates4 ,sec4 #had4 ,letter of deviation authority4 ,sec4 #hae4 ,basic,med for examiners administering tests or proficiency checks4 ,sec4 #haf4 ,designee locator tool improvements4 ,sec4 #hag4 ,deadline to eliminate aircraft registration backlog4 ,sec4 #hah4 ,part #ace air carrier certificate backlog4 ,sec4 #hai4 ,enhancing processes for authorizing aircraft for service in commuter and on-demand operations4 ,sec4 #hbj4 ,flight instructor certificates4 ,sec4 #hba4 ,consistency of policy application in flight standards and aircraft certification4 ,sec4 #hbb4 ,application of policies1 orders1 and guidance4 ,sec4 #hbc4 ,expansion of the regulatory consistency communications board4 ,sec4 #hbd4 ,modernization of special airworthiness certification rulemaking deadline4 ,sec4 #hbe4 ,exclusion of gyroplanes from fuel system requirements4 ,sec4 #hbf4 ,public aircraft flight time logging eligibility4 ,sec4 #hbg4 ,,eagle initiative4 ,sec4 #hbh4 ,expansion of ,basic,med4 ,sec4 #hbi4 ,prohibition on using ,,ads-,b out data to initiate an investigation4 ,sec4 #hcj4 ,charitable flight fuel reimbursement exemptions4 ,sec4 #hca4 ,,gao report on charitable flights4 ,sec4 #hcb4 ,flight instruction or testing4 ,sec4 #hcc4 ,national coordination and oversight of designated pilot examiners4 ,sec4 #hcd4 ,part #ace pilot supplemental oxygen requirement4 ,,title ,,ix--,new ,entrants and ,aerospace ,innovation ,subtitle ,a--,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,sec4 #ija4 ,definitions4 ,sec4 #ijb4 ,unmanned aircraft in the ,arctic4 ,sec4 #ijc4 ,small ,,uas safety standards technical corrections4 ,sec4 #ijd4 ,airport safety and airspace hazard mitigation and enforcement4 ,sec4 #ije4 ,radar data pilot program4 ,sec4 #ijf4 ,electronic conspicuity study4 ,sec4 #ijg4 ,remote identification alternative means of compliance4 ,sec4 #ijh4 ,part #ajg waiver improvements4 ,sec4 #iji4 ,environmental review and noise certification4 ,sec4 #iaj4 ,unmanned aircraft system use in wildfire response4 ,sec4 #iaa4 ,pilot program for ,,uas inspections of ,,faa infrastructure4 ,sec4 #iab4 ,drone infrastructure inspection grant program4 ,sec4 #iac4 ,drone education and workforce training grant program4 ,sec4 #iad4 ,drone workforce training program study4 ,sec4 #iae4 ,termination of ,advanced ,aviation ,advisory ,committee4 ,sec4 #iaf4 ,unmanned and ,autonomous ,flight ,advisory ,committee4 ,sec4 #iag4 ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee membership expansion4 ,sec4 #iah4 ,interagency coordination4 ,sec4 #iai4 ,review of regulations to enable unescorted ,,uas operations4 ,sec4 #ibj4 ,extension of ,,beyond program4 ,sec4 #iba4 ,,uas integration strategy4 ,sec4 #ibb4 ,extension of ,know ,before ,you ,fly campaign4 ,sec4 #ibc4 ,public aircraft definition4 ,sec4 #ibd4 ,,faa comprehensive plan on ,,uas automation4 ,sec4 #ibe4 ,,uas test ranges4 ,sec4 #ibf4 ,public safety use of tethered ,,uas4 ,sec4 #ibg4 ,extending special authority for certain unmanned aircraft systems4 ,sec4 #ibh4 ,recreational operations of drone systems4 ,sec4 #ibi4 ,applications for designation4 ,sec4 #icj4 ,beyond visual line of sight operations for unmanned aircraft systems4 ,sec4 #ica4 ,acceptable levels of risk and risk assessment methodology4 ,sec4 #icb4 ,third-party service approvals4 ,sec4 #icc4 ,special authority for transport of hazardous materials by commercial package delivery unmanned aircraft systems4 ,sec4 #icd4 ,operations over high seas4 ,sec4 #ice4 ,protection of public gatherings4 ,sec4 #icf4 ,covered drone prohibition4 ,sec4 #icg4 ,expanding use of innovative technologies in the ,gulf of ,mexico4 ,subtitle ,b--,advanced ,air ,mobility ,sec4 #iea4 ,definitions4 ,sec4 #ieb4 ,sense of ,congress on ,,faa leadership in advanced air mobility4 ,sec4 #iec4 ,application of ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act categorical exclusions for vertiport projects4 ,sec4 #ied4 ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,working ,group amendments4 ,sec4 #iee4 ,rules for operation of powered-lift aircraft4 ,sec4 #ief4 ,advanced propulsion systems regulations4 ,sec4 #ieg4 ,powered-lift aircraft entry into service4 ,sec4 #ieh4 ,infrastructure supporting vertical flight4 ,sec4 #iei4 ,charting of aviation infrastructure4 ,sec4 #ifj4 ,advanced air mobility infrastructure pilot program extension4 ,sec4 #ifa4 ,center for ,advanced ,aviation ,technologies4 ,,title ,x--,research and ,development ,subtitle ,a--,general ,provisions ,sec4 #ajja4 ,definitions4 ,sec4 #ajjb4 ,research1 engineering1 and development authorization of appropriations4 ,sec4 #ajjc4 ,report on implementation2 funding for safety research and development4 ,sec4 #ajjd4 ,national aviation research plan modification4 ,sec4 #ajje4 ,advanced ,materials ,center of ,excellence enhancements4 ,sec4 #ajjf4 ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems4 ,sec4 #ajjg4 ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe credentialing authority4 ,sec4 #ajjh4 ,,cleen engine and airframe technology partnership4 ,sec4 #ajji4 ,high-speed flight testing4 ,sec4 #ajaj4 ,high-speed aircraft pathway to integration study4 ,sec4 #ajaa4 ,operating high-speed flights in high altitude ,class ,e airspace4 ,sec4 #ajab4 ,electric propulsion aircraft operations study4 ,sec4 #ajac4 ,contract weather observers program4 ,sec4 #ajad4 ,airfield pavement technology program4 ,sec4 #ajae4 ,review of ,,faa management of research and development4 ,sec4 #ajaf4 ,research and development of ,,faa's aeronautical information systems modernization activities4 ,sec4 #ajag4 ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment4 ,sec4 #ajah4 ,next generation radio altimeters4 ,sec4 #ajai4 ,hydrogen aviation strategy4 ,sec4 #ajbj4 ,aviation fuel systems4 ,sec4 #ajba4 ,air traffic surveillance over ,united ,states controlled oceanic airspace and other remote locations4 ,sec4 #ajbb4 ,aviation weather technology review4 ,sec4 #ajbc4 ,air traffic surface operations safety4 ,sec4 #ajbd4 ,technology review of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies4 ,sec4 #ajbe4 ,research plan for commercial supersonic research4 ,sec4 #ajbf4 ,electromagnetic spectrum research and development4 ,sec4 #ajbg4 ,research plan on the remote tower program4 ,sec4 #ajbh4 ,air traffic control training4 ,sec4 #ajbi4 ,report on aviation cybersecurity directives4 ,sec4 #ajcj4 ,turbulence research and development4 ,sec4 #ajca4 ,rule of construction regarding collaborations4 ,sec4 #ajcb4 ,limitation4 ,subtitle ,b--,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems and ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,sec4 #ajda4 ,definitions4 ,sec4 #ajdb4 ,interagency working group4 ,sec4 #ajdc4 ,strategic research plan4 ,sec4 #ajdd4 ,federal ,aviation ,administration unmanned aircraft system and advanced air mobility research and development4 ,sec4 #ajde4 ,partnerships for research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing4 ,,title ,,xi--,miscellaneous ,sec4 #aaja4 ,technical corrections4 ,sec4 #aajb4 ,transportation of organs4 ,sec4 #aajc4 ,acceptance of digital driver's license and identification cards4 ,sec4 #aajd4 ,quasquicentennial of aviation4 ,sec4 #aaje4 ,limitations for certain cargo aircraft4 ,sec4 #aajf4 ,prohibition on mandates4 ,sec4 #aajg4 ,,covid-#ai vaccination status4 ,sec4 #aajh4 ,rulemaking related to operating high-speed flights in high altitude ,class ,e airspace4 ,sec4 #aaji4 ,,faa leadership in hydrogen aviation4 ,sec4 #aaaj4 ,advancing global leadership on civil supersonic aircraft4 ,sec4 #aaaa4 ,learning period4 ,sec4 #aaab4 ,counter-,,uas authorities4 ,sec4 #aaac4 ,study on air cargo operations4 ,sec4 #aaad4 ,wing-in-ground-effect craft4 ,sec4 #aaae4 ,certificates of authorization or waiver4 ,sec4 #aaaf4 ,designation of additional port of entry for the importation and exportation of wildlife and wildlife products by the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service4 ,,title ,,xii--,national ,transportation ,safety ,board ,sec4 #abja4 ,short title4 ,sec4 #abjb4 ,authorization of appropriations4 ,sec4 #abjc4 ,clarification of treatment of territories4 ,sec4 #abjd4 ,additional workforce training4 ,sec4 #abje4 ,overtime annual report termination4 ,sec4 #abjf4 ,strategic workforce plan4 ,sec4 #abjg4 ,travel budgets4 ,sec4 #abjh4 ,notification requirement4 ,sec4 #abji4 ,board justification of closed unacceptable recommendations4 ,sec4 #abaj4 ,miscellaneous investigative authorities4 ,sec4 #abaa4 ,public availability of accident reports4 ,sec4 #abab4 ,ensuring accountability for timeliness of reports4 ,sec4 #abac4 ,ensuring access to data4 ,sec4 #abad4 ,public availability of safety recommendations4 ,sec4 #abae4 ,improving delivery of family assistance4 ,sec4 #abaf4 ,updating civil penalty authority4 ,sec4 #abag4 ,electronic availability of public docket records4 ,sec4 #abah4 ,drug-free workplace4 ,sec4 #abai4 ,accessibility in workplace4 ,sec4 #abbj4 ,most ,wanted ,list4 ,sec4 #abba4 ,technical corrections4 ,sec4 #abbb4 ,air safety investigators4 ,sec4 #abbc4 ,review of ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board procurements4 ,,title ,,xiii--,revenue ,provisions ,sec4 #acja4 ,expenditure authority from airport and airway trust fund4 ,sec4 #acjb4 ,extension of taxes funding airport and airway trust fund4 #b4 ,definitions ,in this ,act3 7#a7 ,administrator ,unless otherwise specified1 the term ,administrator means the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#b7 ,appropriate committees of ,congress ,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 7#c7 ,comptroller ,general ,the term ,comptroller ,general means the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states4 7#d7 ,,faa ,the term ,,faa means the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#e7 ,next,gen ,the term ,next,gen means the ,next ,generation ,air ,transportation ,system4 7#f7 ,secretary ,unless otherwise specified1 the term ,secretary means the ,secretary of ,transportation4 ,i ,authorizations #aja4 ,airport planning and development and noise compatibility planning and programs 7a7 ,authorization ,section #dhajc7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#f7 by striking and at the end2 7#b7 by striking paragraph 7#g7 and inserting the following3 7#g7 #c1cej1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd2 7#h7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe2 7#i7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf2 7#aj7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg2 and 7#aa7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 7b7 ,obligation authority ,section #dgajd7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7 by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 #ajb4 ,facilities and equipment ,section #dhaja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#g7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 #c1aia1bej1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd4 7#b7 #c1ege1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe4 7#c7 #c1fbe1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf4 7#d7 #c1fge1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg4 7#e7 #c1gbe1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 #ajc4 ,operations 7a7 ,in general ,section #ajf7k77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,g7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 #ab1gbi1fbg1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd2 7,b7 #ac1jee1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe2 7,c7 #ac1ced1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf2 7,d7 #ac1fej1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg2 and 7,e7 #ac1ied1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 7b7 ,authorized expenditures ,section #ajf7k77#b77;,d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking clauses 7i7 through 7v72 7#b7 by redesignating clause 7vi7 as clause 7i72 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7ii7 #db1jah1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd4 7iii7 #eb1ihe1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe4 7iv7 #ei1jdd1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf4 7v7 #fe1bbe1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg4 7vi7 #ga1ebi1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 7c7 ,authority to transfer funds ,section #ajf7k77#c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking ,notwithstanding and inserting the following3 7,a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding 2 7#b7 by striking in each of fiscal years #bjah through #bjbc and for the period beginning on ,october #a1 #bjbc1 and ending on ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting in each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,b7 ,prioritization ,in reducing non-safety-related activities of the ,administration under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall prioritize such reductions from amounts other than amounts authorized under this subsection1 section #dhaja1 or section #dhajc4 7,c7 ,sunset ,this paragraph shall cease to be effective on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 4 #ajd4 ,extension of miscellaneous expiring authorities 7a7 ,authority to provide insurance ,section #ddcaj7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7b7 ,marshall ,islands1 ,micronesia1 and ,palau ,section #dgaae7;i7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking fiscal years #bjah through #bjbc1 and for the period beginning on ,october #a1 #bjbc1 and ending on ,may #aj1 #bjbd1 and inserting fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh14 7c7 ,weather reporting programs ,section #dhaje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking paragraph 7#e7 and adding at the end the following3 7#e7 #fj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh4 4 7d7 ,midway ,island airport ,section #ahf7;d7 of the ,vision #ajj--;,century of ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act 7,public ,law #ajh-agf7 is amended by striking fiscal years #bjah through #bjbc and for the period beginning on ,october #a1 #bjbc1 and ending on ,may #aj1 #bjbd1 and inserting for fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh14 7e7 ,extension of the safety oversight and certification advisory committee ,section #bjb7;h7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed7 is amended by striking shall terminate and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting shall terminate on ,october #a1 #bjbh44 ,,ii ,,faa ,oversight and ,organizational ,reform #bja4 ,,faa leadership ,section #ajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking ,the ,federal and inserting ,in general4--,the ,federal2 and 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,administration leadership 7#a7 ,administrator 7,a7 ,in general ,the head of the ,administration is the ,administrator1 who shall be appointed by the ,president1 by and with the advice and consent of the ,senate4 7,b7 ,qualifications ,the ,administrator shall-- 7i7 be a citizen of the ,united ,states2 7ii7 not be an active duty member of the ,armed ,forces2 7iii7 not have retired from the ,armed ,forces within the #g years preceding nomination2 and 7iv7 have experience in organizational management and a field directly related to aviation4 7,c7 ,fitness ,in appointing an individual as ,administrator1 the ,president shall consider the fitness of such individual to carry out efficiently the duties and powers of the office4 7,d7 ,term of office ,the term of office for any individual appointed as ,administrator shall be #e years4 7,e7 ,reporting chain ,except as provided in subsection 7f7 or in other provisions of law1 the ,administrator reports directly to the ,secretary of ,transportation4 7#b7 ,deputy ,administrator 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator has a ,deputy ,administrator1 who shall be appointed by the ,president4 7,b7 ,qualifications ,the ,deputy ,administrator shall-- 7i7 be a citizen of the ,united ,states2 and 7ii7 have experience in organizational management and a field directly related to aviation4 7,c7 ,fitness ,in appointing an individual as ,deputy ,administrator1 the ,president shall consider the fitness of the individual to carry out efficiently the duties and powers of the office1 including the duty to act for the ,administrator when the ,administrator is absent or unable to serve1 or when the office of ,administrator is vacant4 7,d7 ,reporting chain ,the ,deputy ,administrator reports directly to the ,administrator4 7,e7 ,duties ,the ,deputy ,administrator shall carry out duties and powers prescribed by the ,administrator4 7,f7 ,compensation 7i7 ,annual rate of basic pay ,the annual rate of basic pay of the ,deputy ,administrator shall be set by the ,secretary but shall not exceed the annual rate of basic pay payable to the ,administrator4 7ii7 ,exception ,a retired regular officer of the ,armed ,forces serving as the ,deputy ,administrator is entitled to hold a rank and grade not lower than that held when appointed as the ,deputy ,administrator and may elect to receive-- 7,i7 the pay provided for the ,deputy ,administrator under clause 7i72 or 7,,ii7 the pay and allowances or the retired pay of the military grade held4 7iii7 ,reimbursement of expenses ,if the ,deputy ,administrator elects to receive compensation described in clause 7ii77,,ii71 the ,administration shall reimburse the appropriate military department from funds available for the expenses of the ,administration4 7#c7 ,leadership of the ,administration defined ,in this section1 the term leadership of the ,administration means-- 7,a7 the ,administrator under paragraph 7#a72 and 7,b7 the ,deputy ,administrator under paragraph 7#b74 4 #bjb4 ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement 7a7 ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement ,section #ajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by striking subsections 7c7 and 7d7 and inserting the following3 7c7 ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement ,there is an ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement who shall be appointed by the ,administrator and shall-- 7#a7 be responsible for developing and managing the execution of a regulatory agenda for the ,administration that meets statutory and ,administration deadlines1 including by-- 7,a7 prioritizing rulemaking projects that are necessary to improve safety2 7,b7 establishing the regulatory agenda of the ,administration2 and 7,c7 coordinating with offices of the ,administration1 the ,department1 and other ,federal entities as appropriate to improve timely feedback generation and approvals when required by law2 7#b7 not delegate overall responsibility for meeting internal timelines and final completion of the regulatory activities of the ,administration outside the ,office of the ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement2 7#c7 on an ongoing basis1 review the regulations of the ,administration in effect to-- 7,a7 improve safety2 7,b7 reduce undue regulatory burden2 7,c7 replace prescriptive regulations with performance-based regulations1 as appropriate2 7,d7 prevent duplicative regulations2 and 7,e7 increase regulatory clarity and transparency whenever possible2 7#d7 make recommendations for the review of the ,administrator under subsection 7f77#c77;,c77ii72 7#e7 receive1 coordinate1 and respond to petitions for rulemaking and for exemption as provided for in subpart ,a of part #aa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and provide an initial response to a petitioner not later than #cj days after the receipt of such a petition-- 7,a7 acknowledging receipt of such petition2 7,b7 confirming completeness of such petition2 7,c7 providing an initial indication of the complexity of the request and how such complexity may impact the timeline for adjudication2 and 7,d7 requesting any additional information1 as appropriate1 that would assist in the consideration of the petition2 7#f7 track the issuance of exemptions and waivers by the ,administration to sections of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and establish a methodology by which to determine if it would be more efficient and in the interest of the public to amend a rule to reduce the future need of waivers and exemptions2 and 7#g7 promulgate regulatory updates as determined more efficient or in the best interest of the public under paragraph 7#f74 7d7 ,reserved4 4 7b7 ,systemically addressing need for exemptions and waivers ,not later than #cj months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement of the ,,faa shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress and the ,committee on ,science1 ,space1 and ,technology of the ,house of ,representatives on the methodology developed pursuant to section #ajf7;c77#f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as added by this section74 #bjc4 ,prohibition on conflicting pecuniary interests ,section #ajf7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7e7 ,prohibition on conflicting pecuniary interests 7#a7 ,in general ,the leadership of the ,administration may not have a pecuniary interest in1 or hold a financial interest in1 an aeronautical enterprise or engage in another business1 vocation1 or employment4 7#b7 ,teaching ,notwithstanding paragraph 7#a71 the ,deputy ,administrator may not receive compensation for teaching without prior approval of the ,administrator4 7#c7 ,financial interest defined ,in this subsection1 the term financial interest-- 7,a7 means-- 7i7 any current or contingent ownership1 equity1 or security interest2 7ii7 any indebtedness or compensated employment relationship2 or 7iii7 any right to purchase or acquire any such ownership1 equity1 or security interest1 including a stock option2 and 7,b7 does not include securities held in an index fund4 4 #bjd4 ,authority of ,secretary and ,administrator 7a7 ,in general ,section #ajf7;f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 by striking paragraph 7#b7 and inserting paragraphs 7#b7 and 7#c72 7,b7 by striking ,neither and inserting ,in exercising duties1 powers1 and authorities that are assigned to the ,secretary or the ,administrator under this title1 neither2 and 7,c7 by striking a committee1 board1 or organization established by executive order4 and inserting the following3 a committee1 board1 council1 or organization that is-- 7,a7 established by executive order2 or 7,b7 not explicitly directed by legislation to review the exercise of such duties1 powers1 and authorities by the ,secretary or the ,administrator4 2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a77ii7 by striking the acquisition and all that follows through the semicolon and inserting the acquisition1 establishment1 improvement1 operation1 maintenance1 security 7including cybersecurity71 and disposal of property1 facilities1 services1 and equipment of the ,administration1 including all elements of the air traffic control system owned by the ,administration22 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,a77iii7 by striking paragraph 7#c7 and inserting paragraph 7#d72 and 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by inserting civil aviation1 any matter for which the ,administrator is the final authority under subparagraph 7,a71 any duty carried out by the ,administrator pursuant to paragraph 7#c71 or the provisions of this title1 or after with respect to2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 by striking ,in the performance and inserting the following3 7i7 ,issuance of regulations ,in the performance 2 7ii7 by striking ,the ,administrator shall act and inserting the following3 7ii7 ,petitions for rulemaking ,the ,administrator shall act 2 7iii7 by striking ,the ,administrator shall issue and inserting the following3 7iii7 ,rulemaking timeline ,the ,administrator shall issue 2 and 7iv7 by striking ,on ,february #a and inserting the following3 7iv7 ,reporting requirement ,on ,february #a 2 and 7,b7 by striking subparagraphs 7,b7 and 7,c7 and inserting the following3 7,b7 ,approval of ,secretary of ,transportation 7i7 ,in general ,the ,administrator may not issue1 unless the ,secretary of ,transportation approves the issuance of the regulation in advance1 a proposed regulation or final regulation that-- 7,i7 is likely to result in the expenditure by ,state1 local1 and ,tribal governments in the aggregate1 or by the private sector1 of #bej1jjj1jjj or more 7adjusted annually for inflation beginning with the year following the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd7 in any year2 or 7,,ii7 is significant4 7ii7 ,significant regulations ,for purposes of this paragraph1 a regulation is significant if the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary 7as appropriate71 determines that the regulation-- 7,i7 will have an annual effect on the economy of #bej1jjj1jjj or more 7adjusted annually for inflation beginning with the year following the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd72 7,,ii7 raises novel or serious legal or policy issues that will substantially and materially affect other transportation modes2 or 7,,iii7 adversely affects1 in a substantial and material way1 the economy1 a sector of the economy1 productivity1 competition1 jobs1 the environment1 public health or safety1 or a ,state1 local1 or ,tribal government or community4 7iii7 ,emergency regulation 7,i7 ,in general ,in an emergency as determined by the ,administrator1 the ,administrator may issue a final regulation described in clause 7i7 without prior approval of the ,secretary4 7,,ii7 ,objection ,if the ,secretary objects to a regulation issued under subclause 7,,ii7 in writing not later than #e days 7excluding ,saturday1 ,sundays1 and legal public holidays7 after the issuance1 the ,administrator shall immediately rescind such regulation4 7iv7 ,other regulations ,the ,secretary may not require that the ,administrator submit a proposed or final regulation to the ,secretary for approval1 nor may the ,administrator submit a proposed or final regulation to the ,secretary for approval1 if the regulation-- 7,i7 does not require the approval of the ,secretary under clause 7i7 7excluding a regulation issued under clause 7iii772 or 7,,ii7 is a routine or frequent action or a procedural action4 7v7 ,timeline ,the ,administrator shall submit a copy of any proposed or final regulation requiring approval by the ,secretary under clause 7i7 to the ,secretary1 who shall either approve the regulation or return the regulation to the ,administrator with comments not later than #cj days after receiving the regulation4 ,if the ,secretary fails to approve or return the regulation with comments to the ,administrator not later than #cj days after receiving such regulation1 the regulation shall be deemed to have been approved by the ,secretary4 7,c7 ,periodic review 7i7 ,in general ,for any significant regulation issued after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 in addition to the review requirements established under section #e4ac7;d7 of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 the ,administrator shall review any significant regulation #c years after the effective date of such regulation4 7ii7 ,discretionary review ,the ,administrator may review any regulation that has been in effect for more than #c years4 7iii7 ,substance of review ,in performing a review under clause 7i7 or 7ii71 the ,administrator shall determine if-- 7,i7 the cost assumptions supporting the regulation were accurate2 7,,ii7 the intended benefit of the regulation is being realized2 7,,iii7 the need remains to continue such regulation as in effect2 and 7,,iv7 the ,administrator recommends updates to such regulation based on the review criteria specified in section #e4ac7;d7 of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7iv7 ,review management ,any periodic review of a regulation under this subparagraph shall be managed by the ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement1 who may task an advisory committee or the ,management ,advisory ,council established under subsection 7p7 to assist in performing the review4 2 7#d7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#c7 and 7#d7 as paragraphs 7#d7 and 7#e71 respectively2 and 7#e7 by inserting after paragraph 7#b7 the following3 7#c7 ,duties and powers of the ,administrator 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall carry out-- 7i7 the duties and powers of the ,secretary under this subsection related to aviation safety 7except duties and powers related to transportation1 packaging1 marking1 or description of hazardous material7 and stated in-- 7,i7 subsections 7c7 and 7d7 of section #aacb2 7,,ii7 sections #djaja7;c71 #djajc7;b71 #djajf7;a71 #djajh1 #djaji7;b71 #djaac7;a71 #djaac7;c71 #djaac7;d71 #djaac7;e71 #djaad7;a71 and #djaag2 7,,iii7 chapter #ddc2 7,,iv7 chapter #dde1 except sections #ddejb7;a77#c71 #ddejc1 and #ddeji2 7,v7 chapter #ddg1 except sections #ddgba7;b7 and #ddgbc2 7,,vi7 chapter #ddh2 7,,vii7 chapter #dea2 7,,viii7 chapter #dec2 7,,ix7 section #dfajd2 7,x7 subsections 7d7 and 7h77#b7 of section #dfcja1 section #dfcjc7;c71 sections #dfcjd through #dfcjh1 section #dfcaj1 section #dfcaa1 and sections #dfcac through #dfcbj2 7,,xi7 chapter #dfe2 7,,xii7 chapter #dga2 7,,xiii7 chapter #dge2 and 7,,xiv7 chapter #eji of title #ea2 and 7ii7 such additional duties and powers as may be prescribed by the ,secretary4 7,b7 ,applicability ,section #djaja7;d7 applies to the duties and powers specified in subparagraph 7,a74 7,c7 ,transfer ,any of the duties and powers specified in subparagraph 7,a7 may only be transferred to another part of the ,department if specifically provided by law or in a reorganization plan submitted under chapter #i of title #e4 7,d7 ,administrative finality ,a decision of the ,administrator in carrying out the duties or powers specified in subparagraph 7,a7 is administratively final4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,section #ajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subsection 7g7 and inserting the following3 7g7 reserved4 4 7c7 ,preservation of existing authority ,nothing in this section or the amendments made by this section shall be construed to restrict any authority vested in the ,administrator by statute or by delegation that was in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this ,act4 #bje4 ,regulatory materials improvement 7a7 ,internal regulatory process review 7#a7 ,in general 7,a7 ,review team ,the ,administrator shall establish a regulatory process review team 7in this section referred to as the review team7 comprising of ,,faa employees and individuals described in paragraph 7#b7 to develop recommendations to improve the timeliness1 performance1 and accountability of the development and promulgation of regulatory materials4 7,b7 ,report ,the review team shall submit to the ,administrator a report with recommendations in accordance with the deadlines specified in paragraph 7#e74 7#b7 ,other members2 consultation 7,a7 ,in general ,the review team shall include at least #c outside experts and or academics with relevant experience or expertise in aviation safety and at least #a outside expert with relevant experience or expertise in improving the performance1 accountability1 and transparency of the ,federal regulatory process1 particularly as such process relates to aviation safety4 7,b7 ,consultation ,the review team may1 as appropriate1 consult with industry stakeholders4 7#c7 ,contents of review ,in conducting the review required under paragraph 7#a71 the review team shall do the following3 7,a7 ,develop a proposal for rationalizing processes and eliminating redundant administrative review of regulatory materials within the ,,faa1 particularly when ,,faa-sponsored rulemaking committees and stakeholders have collaborated on the proposed regulations4 7,b7 ,with respect to each office within the ,,faa that reviews regulatory materials1 assess-- 7i7 the timeline assigned to each such office to complete the review of regulatory materials2 7ii7 the actual time spent for such review2 7iii7 opportunities to reduce the actual time for such review2 and 7iv7 whether clear roles1 responsibilities1 requirements1 and expectations are clearly defined for each office required to review the regulatory materials4 7,c7 ,define and document the roles and responsibilities of each office within the ,,faa that develops1 drafts1 or reviews each kind of regulatory material in order to ensure that hiring reflects who1 where1 and how the employees of each such office function in the rulemaking framework4 7,d7 ,describe any organizational changes or the need to hire additional ,,faa employees1 if necessary1 and take into consideration whether current positions are staffed1 to reduce delays in publication of regulatory materials4 7,e7 ,in order to provide the public with detailed information on the progress of the development of regulatory materials1 identify reporting mechanisms and develop a template and appropriate system metrics for making publicly available on a website a progress tracker that updates to show the major stages 7as determined by the ,administrator7 of the development of regulatory materials as such materials are initiated1 in progress1 and completed4 7,f7 ,consider changes to the best practices of the ,,faa under rules governing ex parte communications1 including communications with international validating authorities1 and with consideration of the public interest in transparency1 to provide flexibility for ,,faa employees to discuss regulatory materials1 particularly for such regulatory materials related to enhancing aviation safety and the aviation international leadership of the ,united ,states4 7,g7 ,recommend methods by which the ,,faa can incorporate research funded by the ,department of ,transportation1 in addition to consensus standards and conformance assessment processes developed by recognized industry standards organizations into regulatory materials1 to keep pace with rapid changes in aviation technologies and processes4 7,h7 ,recommend mechanisms to optimize the roles of the ,office of the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,office of ,management and ,budget1 with the objective of improving the efficiency of regulatory activity4 7#d7 ,action plan ,the ,administrator shall develop and transmit to the appropriate committees of ,congress an action plan to implement1 as appropriate1 the recommendations developed by the review team4 7#e7 ,deadlines ,the requirements of this section shall be subject to the following deadlines3 7,a7 ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the review team shall complete the evaluation required under paragraph 7#a7 and submit to the ,administrator the report of the review team on such evaluation4 7,b7 ,not later than #cj days after the date on which the review team submits the report under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall develop and publish the action plan under paragraph 7#d74 7#f7 ,sunset ,the review team shall terminate upon completion of the requirements under paragraph 7#e74 7#g7 ,administrative procedure requirements inapplicable ,the provisions of subchapter ,,ii of chapter #e1 and chapter #g1 of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code 7commonly known as the ,administrative ,procedure ,act7 shall not apply to any activities of the review team in carrying out the requirements of this section4 7#h7 ,regulatory materials defined ,in this subsection1 the term regulatory materials means rules1 advisory circulars1 statements of policy1 and other materials related to aviation safety regulations1 as well as other materials pertaining to training and operation of aeronautical products4 7b7 ,review of non-regulatory materials 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall review the coordination and approval processes of non-regulatory materials produced by the ,,faa to improve the timeliness1 transparency1 development1 and issuance of such materials4 7#b7 ,contents of review ,in conducting the review under paragraph 7#a71 the inspector general shall-- 7,a7 provide recommendations for improving processes and eliminating non-value-added reviews of non-regulatory materials within the ,,faa and ,department of ,transportation1 in consideration of the authority of the ,administrator under section #ajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and other applicable laws2 7,b7 consider1 with respect to each office within the ,,faa and the ,department of ,transportation that reviews non-regulatory materials-- 7i7 the timeline assigned to each such office to complete the review of such materials2 7ii7 the actual time spent for such review2 and 7iii7 opportunities to reduce the actual time spent for such review2 7,c7 describe any organizational changes and additional resources that the ,administrator needs1 if necessary1 to reduce delays in the development and publication of proposed non-regulatory materials2 7,d7 consider to what extent reporting mechanisms and templates could be used to provide the public with more consistent information on the development status of non-regulatory materials2 7,e7 consider changes to the application of rules governing ex parte communications by the ,administrator to provide flexibility for employees of the ,,faa to discuss non-regulatory materials with aviation stakeholders and foreign aviation authorities to promote ,united ,states aviation leadership2 7,f7 recommend methods by which the ,administrator can incorporate standards set by recognized industry standards organizations1 as such term is defined in section #bbd7;c71 into non-regulatory materials to keep pace with rapid changes in aerospace technology and processes2 and 7,g7 evaluate the processes and best practices other civil aviation authorities and other ,federal departments and agencies use to produce non-regulatory materials1 particularly the processes of entities that produce such materials in an expedited fashion to respond to safety risks1 incidents1 or new technology adoption4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in conducting the review under paragraph 7#a71 the inspector general may1 as appropriate1 consult with industry stakeholders1 academia1 and other individuals with relevant background or expertise in improving the efficiency of ,federal non-regulatory material production4 7#d7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the inspector general initiates the review under paragraph 7#a71 the inspector general shall submit to the ,administrator a report on such review4 7#e7 ,action plan 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall develop an action plan to implement1 as appropriate1 the recommendations contained in the report submitted under paragraph 7#d74 7,b7 ,briefing ,not later than #ij days after receiving the report under paragraph 7#d71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on such plan4 7#f7 ,non-regulatory materials defined ,in this subsection1 the term non-regulatory materials means orders1 statements of policy1 guidance1 technical standards1 and other materials related to aviation safety1 training1 and operation of aeronautical products4 #bjf4 ,future of ,next,gen 7a7 ,key programs ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbe1 the ,administrator shall operationalize all of the key programs under the ,next,gen program as described in the deployment plan of the ,,faa4 7b7 ,office termination ,the ,next,gen ,office of the ,,faa shall terminate on ,december #ca1 #bjbe4 7c7 ,transfer of residual ,next,gen implementation functions ,if the ,administrator does not complete the air traffic modernization project known as the ,next,gen program by the deadline specified in subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall transfer the residual functions for completing the ,next,gen program to the ,airspace ,modernization ,office of the ,,faa established under section #bjg4 7d7 ,transfer of ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbe1 management of the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee shall transfer to the ,chief ,operating ,officer of the air traffic control system4 7e7 ,transfer of advanced air mobility functions ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 any advanced air mobility relevant functions1 duties1 and responsibilities of the ,,nas ,systems ,engineering and ,integration ,office or other offices within the ,office of ,next,gen of the ,,faa shall be incorporated into the ,office of ,aviation ,safety of the ,,faa4 7f7 ,remaining activities ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 and after implementing subsections 7c7 through 7e71 the ,administrator shall transfer any remaining duties1 authorities1 activities1 personnel1 and assets managed by the ,office of ,next,gen of the ,,faa to other offices of the ,,faa1 as appropriate4 7g7 ,technical center for advanced aerospace ,section #ajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by striking subsection 7h7 and inserting the following3 7h7 ,technical center for advanced aerospace 7#a7 ,in general ,there is established within the ,administration a technology center to support the advancement of aerospace safety and innovation which shall be known as the ,william ,j4 ,hughes ,technical ,center for ,advanced ,aerospace 7in this subsection referred to as the ,technical ,center7 that shall be used by the ,administrator and1 as permitted by the ,administrator1 other governmental entities1 academia1 and the aerospace industry4 7#b7 ,management ,the activities of the ,technical ,center shall be managed by a ,director4 7#c7 ,activities ,the activities of the ,technical ,center shall include-- 7,a7 developing and stimulating technology partnerships with and between industry1 academia1 and other government agencies and supporting such partnerships by-- 7i7 liaising between external persons and offices of the ,administration interested in such work2 7ii7 providing technical expertise and input1 as appropriate2 and 7iii7 providing access to the properties1 facilities1 and systems of the ,technical ,center through appropriate agreements2 7,b7 managing technology demonstration grants awarded by the ,administrator2 7,c7 identifying software1 systems1 services1 and technologies that could improve aviation safety and the operations and management of the air traffic control system and working with relevant offices of the ,administration to consider the use and integration of such software1 systems1 services1 and technologies1 as appropriate2 7,d7 supporting the work of any collocated facilities and tenants of such facilities1 and to the extent feasible1 enter into agreements as necessary to utilize the facilities1 systems1 and technologies of such collocated facilities and tenants2 7,e7 managing the facilities of the ,technical ,center2 and 7,f7 carrying out any other duties as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 4 7h7 ,conforming amendment ,section #ddejg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking 7a7 ,civil ,aeromedical ,institute and all that follows through ,the ,civil ,aeromedical ,institute established and inserting ,the ,civil ,aeromedical ,institute established2 and 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b74 #bjg4 ,airspace ,modernization ,office 7a7 ,establishment 7#a7 ,in general ,on ,january #a1 #bjbf1 the ,administrator shall establish within the ,,faa an ,airspace ,modernization ,office 7in this section referred to as the ,office74 7#b7 ,placement ,the ,administrator may task an existing office of the ,,faa with the functions of the ,office4 7#c7 ,duties ,the ,office shall be responsible for-- 7,a7 the research and development1 systems engineering1 enterprise architecture1 and portfolio management for the continuous modernization of the national airspace system2 7,b7 the development of an information-centric national airspace system1 including digitization of the processes and technology that supports such system2 7,c7 improving the interoperability of ,,faa systems and third-party systems that support safe operations in the national airspace system2 and 7,d7 developing and periodically updating an integrated plan for the future state of the national airspace system in coordination with other offices of the ,,faa4 7b7 ,integrated plan requirements ,the integrated plan developed by the ,office shall be designed to ensure that the national airspace system meets future safety1 security1 mobility1 efficiency1 and capacity needs of a diverse and growing set of airspace users4 ,the integrated plan shall include the following3 7#a7 ,a description of the demand for services that will be required of the future air transportation system1 and an explanation of how the demand projections were derived1 including-- 7,a7 the most likely range of average annual resources required over the duration of the plan to cost effectively maintain the safety1 sustainability1 and other characteristics of national airspace operation and the mission of the ,,faa2 and 7,b7 an estimate of ,,faa resource requirements by user group1 including expectations concerning the growth of new entrants and potential new users4 7#b7 ,a roadmap for creating and implementing the integrated plan1 including-- 7,a7 the most significant technical1 operational1 and personnel obstacles and the activities necessary to overcome such obstacles1 including the role of other ,federal agencies1 corporations1 institutions of higher learning1 and nonprofit organizations in carrying out such activities2 7,b7 the annual anticipated cost of carrying out such activities2 7,c7 the technical milestones that will be used to evaluate the activities2 and 7,d7 identifying technology gaps that the ,administrator or industry may need to address to fully implement the integrated plan4 7#c7 ,a description of the operational concepts to meet the system performance requirements for all system users and a timeline and anticipated expenditures needed to develop and deploy the system4 7#d7 ,a description of the management of the enterprise architecture framework for the introduction of any operational improvements and to inform ,,faa financial decision-making4 7#e7 ,a justification for the operational improvements that the ,office determines will need to be developed and deployed by #bjdj to meet the needs of national airspace users1 including the benefits1 costs1 and risks of the preferred and alternative options4 7c7 ,considerations ,in developing an initial integrated plan required under subsection 7b7 and carrying out such plan1 the ,office shall consider-- 7#a7 the results and recommendations of the independent report on implementation of the ,next,gen program under section #fjc2 7#b7 the status of the transition to1 and deployment of1 trajectory-based operations within the national airspace system2 and 7#c7 the findings of the audit required by section #fbb1 and the resulting plan to replace or enhance the identified legacy systems within a reasonable timeframe4 7d7 ,consultation ,in developing and carrying out the integrated plan1 the ,office shall consult with the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee of the ,,faa4 7e7 ,plan deadline2 briefings 7#a7 ,plan deadline ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate1 the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,senate1 the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives1 the ,committee on ,science1 ,space1 and ,technology of the ,house of ,representatives1 and the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,house of ,representatives an initial integrated plan required under subsection 7a77#c77;,d74 7#b7 ,annual briefings ,the ,administrator shall provide the committees of ,congress specified in paragraph 7#a7 with an annual briefing describing the progress in carrying out the integrated plan required under subsection 7a77#c77;,d71 including any changes to the plan1 through #bjbh4 7f7 ,,dot inspector general review ,not later than #ahj days after submission of the initial integrated plan under subsection 7e77#a71 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall begin a review of the integrated plan and submit to the committees of ,congress specified in subsection 7e77#a7 a report that-- 7#a7 assesses the justification for the integrated plan2 7#b7 provides any recommendations for improving the integrated plan2 and 7#c7 includes any other information that the inspector general determines appropriate4 #bjh4 ,application dashboard and feedback portal 7a7 ,in general ,the ,deputy ,administrator of the ,,faa shall determine whether a publicly facing dashboard that provides applicants with the status of an application before the ,,faa would be-- 7#a7 beneficial to applicants2 7#b7 an efficient use of resources to build1 maintain1 and update2 or 7#c7 duplicative with other efforts of the ,,faa to streamline and digitize paperwork and certification processes to provide an applicant with a greater awareness of the status of an application before the ,,faa4 7b7 ,recommendation ,not later than #cj months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,deputy ,administrator shall provide to the ,administrator a recommendation regarding the need for or benefits of a dashboard or other means by which to track an application status4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #de days after receiving recommendations under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate ,committees of ,congress on-- 7#a7 any recommendation received under subsection 7b72 and 7#b7 any activities the ,administrator is taking in response to such recommendation4 7d7 ,,faa feedback portal 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,deputy ,administrator shall determine whether a publicly facing portal on the website of the ,,faa through which the public may provide feedback to the ,administrator about experiences individuals have working with personnel of the ,,faa would be beneficial4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the ,deputy ,administrator shall ensure any portal established under this subsection asks questions that seek to gauge any shortcomings the ,,faa has in fulfilling the mission of the ,,faa or areas where the ,,faa is succeeding in meeting the mission of the ,,faa4 7e7 ,application ,this section shall apply to applications relating to-- 7#a7 an aircraft1 aircraft engine1 propeller1 or appliance certification2 7#b7 an airman or pilot certificate2 7#c7 a medical certificate2 7#d7 an operator certificate2 7#e7 when authority under chapter #eji of title #ea1 ,united ,states ,code1 is explicitly delegated by the ,secretary to the ,administrator1 a license or permit issued under such chapter2 7#f7 an aircraft registration2 7#g7 an operational approval1 waiver1 or exemption2 7#h7 a legal interpretation2 7#i7 an outstanding agency determination2 and 7#aj7 any certificate not otherwise described in this subparagraph that is issued pursuant to chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #bji4 ,sense of ,congress on ,,faa engagement during rulemaking activities ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 the ,administrator should-- 7,a7 engage with aviation stakeholder groups and the public during pre-drafting stages of rulemaking activities and use1 to the greatest extent practicable1 properly docketed ex parte discussions during rulemaking activities in order to-- 7i7 inform the work of the ,administrator2 7ii7 assist the ,administrator in developing the scope of a rule2 and 7iii7 reduce the timeline for issuance of proposed and final rules2 7,b7 rely on documented data and safety trends when determining whether or not to proceed with a rulemaking activity2 and 7,c7 not consider a rulemaking activity required in statute1 for the purposes of ex parte communications1 as having been established on the date of enactment of the related public law1 but rather upon obtainment of a regulation identifier number2 and 7#b7 when it would reduce the time required for the ,administrator to adjudicate public comments1 the ,administrator should publicly provide information describing the rationale behind a regulatory decision included in proposed regulations in order to better allow for the public to provide clear and informed comments on such regulations4 #baj4 ,civil ,aeromedical ,institute ,section #ajf7;j7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,there is and inserting ,civil ,aeromedical ,institute4--,there is4 #baa4 ,management ,advisory ,council ,section #ajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended-- 7#a7 by transferring paragraph 7#h7 of subsection 7p7 to subsection 7r7 and redesignating such paragraph as paragraph 7#g72 and 7#b7 by striking subsection 7p7 and inserting the following3 7p7 ,management advisory council 7#a7 ,establishment ,the ,administrator shall establish an advisory council which shall be known as the ,federal ,aerospace ,management ,advisory ,council 7in this subsection referred to as the ,council74 7#b7 ,membership ,the ,council shall consist of #ac members1 who shall consist of-- 7,a7 a designee of the ,secretary of ,transportation2 7,b7 a designee of the ,secretary of ,defense2 7,c7 #e members representing aerospace and technology interests1 appointed by the ,administrator2 7,d7 #e members representing aerospace and technology interests1 appointed by the ,secretary of ,transportation2 and 7,e7 #a member1 appointed by the ,secretary of ,transportation1 who is the head of a union representing air traffic control system employees4 7#c7 ,qualifications ,no officer or employee of the ,federal ,government may be appointed to the ,council under subparagraph 7,c7 or 7,d7 of paragraph 7#b74 7#d7 ,functions 7,a7 ,in general 7i7 ,advise2 counsel ,the ,council shall provide advice and counsel to the ,administrator on issues which affect or are affected by the activities of the ,administrator4 7ii7 ,resource ,the ,council shall function as an oversight resource for management1 policy1 spending1 and regulatory matters under the jurisdiction of the ,administrator4 7iii7 ,submissions to administration ,with respect to ,administration management1 policy1 spending1 funding1 data management and analysis1 safety initiatives1 international agreements1 activities of the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization1 and regulatory matters affecting the aerospace industry and the national airspace system1 the ,council may-- 7,i7 regardless of whether solicited by the ,administrator1 submit comments1 recommended modifications1 proposals1 and supporting or dissenting views to the ,administrator2 and 7,,ii7 request the ,administrator include in any submission to ,congress1 the ,secretary1 or the general public1 and in any submission for publication in the ,federal ,register1 a description of the comments1 recommended modifications1 and dissenting or supporting views received from the ,council under subclause 7,i74 7iv7 ,reasoning ,together with a ,council submission that is published or described under clause 7iii77,,ii71 the ,administrator may provide the reasons for any differences between the views of the ,council and the views or actions of the ,administrator4 7v7 ,cost-,benefit analysis ,the ,council shall review the rulemaking cost-benefit analysis process and develop recommendations to improve the analysis and ensure that the public interest is fully protected4 7vi7 ,process review ,the ,council shall review the process through which the ,administration determines to use advisory circulars1 service bulletins1 and other externally facing guidance and regulatory material4 7,b7 ,meetings ,the ,council shall meet not less than #c times annually or at the call of the chair or the ,administrator4 7,c7 ,access to documents and staff ,the ,administrator may give the ,council appropriate access to relevant documents and personnel of the ,administration1 and the ,administrator shall make available1 consistent with the authority to withhold commercial and other proprietary information under section #eeb of title #e 7commonly known as the ,freedom of ,information ,act71 cost data associated with the acquisition and operation of air traffic service systems4 7,d7 ,disclosure of commercial or proprietary data ,any member of the ,council who receives commercial or other proprietary data as provided for in this paragraph from the ,administrator shall be subject to the provisions of section #aije of title #ah1 pertaining to unauthorized disclosure of such information4 7#e7 ,application of chapter #aj of title #e ,chapter #aj of title #e does not apply to-- 7,a7 the ,council2 7,b7 such aviation rulemaking committees as the ,administrator shall designate2 or 7,c7 such aerospace rulemaking committees as the ,secretary shall designate4 7#f7 ,administrative matters 7,a7 ,terms ,members of the ,council appointed under paragraph 7#b77;,c7 shall be appointed for a term of #c years4 7,b7 ,term for air traffic control representative ,the member appointed under paragraph 7#b77;,e7 shall be appointed for a term of #c years1 except that the term of such individual shall end whenever the individual no longer meets the requirements of paragraph 7#b77;,e74 7,c7 ,vacancy ,any vacancy on the ,council shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment1 except that any member appointed to fill a vacancy occurring before the expiration of the term for which the predecessor of the member was appointed shall be appointed for the remainder of that term4 7,d7 ,continuation in office ,a member of the ,council whose term expires shall continue to serve until the date on which the successor of the member takes office4 7,e7 ,removal ,any member of the ,council appointed under paragraph 7#b7 may be removed for cause by whomever makes the appointment4 7,f7 ,chair2 vice chair ,the ,council shall elect a chair and a vice chair from among the members appointed under subparagraphs 7,c7 and 7,d7 of paragraph 7#b71 each of whom shall serve for a term of #a year4 ,the vice chair shall perform the duties of the chair in the absence of the chair4 7,g7 ,travel and per diem ,each member of the ,council shall be paid actual travel expenses1 and per diem in lieu of subsistence expenses when away from the usual place of residence of the member1 in accordance with section #egjc of title #e4 7,h7 ,detail of personnel from the administration ,the ,administrator shall make available to the ,council such staff1 information1 and administrative services and assistance as may reasonably be required to enable the ,council to carry out the responsibilities of the ,council under this subsection4 4 #bab4 ,chief ,operating ,officer ,section #ajf7r7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 by striking subparagraph 7,a7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 ,appointment ,there shall be a ,chief ,operating ,officer for the air traffic control system who is appointed by the ,administrator and subject to the authority of the ,administrator4 2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,e7 by striking shall be appointed for the remainder of that term and inserting may be appointed for either the remainder of the term or for a full term2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#b7 by striking 1 with the approval of the ,air ,traffic ,services ,committee2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 by striking 1 in consultation with the ,air ,traffic ,services ,committee12 and 7,b7 by striking annual basis4 and inserting-- annual basis and shall include responsibility for-- 7,a7 the state of good repair of the air traffic control system2 7,b7 the continuous improvement of the safety and efficiency of the air traffic control system2 and 7,c7 identifying services and solutions to increase the safety and efficiency of airspace use and to support the safe integration of all airspace users4 2 7#d7 in paragraph 7#d7 by striking such information as may be prescribed by the ,secretary and inserting the annual performance agreement required under paragraph 7#c71 an assessment of the performance of the ,chief ,operating ,officer in relation to the performance goals in the performance agreement for the previous year1 and such other information as may be prescribed by the ,administrator2 and 7#e7 in paragraph 7#e7-- 7,a7 by striking ,chief ,operating ,officer1 or any other authority within the ,administration responsibilities1 including and inserting ,chief ,operating ,officer any authority of the ,administrator and shall delegate1 at a minimum2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 in clause 7iii7 by striking and at the end2 7ii7 in clause 7iv7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7iii7 by adding at the end the following3 7v7 plans to integrate new entrant operations into the national airspace system and associated action items4 2 and 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,c77ii7 by striking and the ,committee4 #bac4 ,report on unfunded capital investment needs of air traffic control system ,section #ajf7r7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 ,unfunded capital investment needs report 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #aj days after the date on which the budget of the ,president for a fiscal year is submitted to ,congress pursuant to section #aaej of title #ca1 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,secretary1 the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives1 and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate a report on any unfunded capital investment needs of the air traffic control system4 7,b7 ,contents of briefing ,in providing the report under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall include1 for each unfunded capital investment need1 the following3 7i7 ,a summary description of such unfunded capital investment need4 7ii7 ,the objective to be achieved if such unfunded capital investment need is funded in whole or in part4 7iii7 ,the additional amount of funds recommended in connection with such objective4 7iv7 ,the ,budget ,line ,item ,program and ,budget ,line ,item number associated with such unfunded capital investment need1 as applicable4 7v7 ,any statutory requirement associated with such unfunded capital investment need1 as applicable4 7,c7 ,prioritization of requirements ,the briefing required under subparagraph 7,a7 shall present unfunded capital investment needs in overall urgency of priority4 7,d7 ,unfunded capital investment need defined ,in this paragraph1 the term unfunded capital investment need means a program that-- 7i7 is not funded in the budget of the ,president for the fiscal year as submitted to ,congress pursuant to section #aaje of title #ca2 7ii7 is for infrastructure or a system related to necessary modernization or sustainment of the air traffic control system2 7iii7 is listed for any year in the most recent ,national ,airspace ,system ,capital ,investment ,plan of the ,administration2 and 7iv7 would have been recommended for funding through the budget referred to in subparagraph 7,a7 by the ,administrator if-- 7,i7 additional resources had been available for the budget to fund the program1 activity1 or mission requirement2 or 7,,ii7 the program1 activity1 or mission requirement has emerged since the budget was formulated4 4 #bad4 ,chief ,technology ,officer ,section #ajf7s7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking ,there shall be and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting ,the ,chief ,technology ,officer shall be appointed by the ,administrator42 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking management and inserting management1 systems management12 7,c7 by striking subparagraphs 7,c7 and 7,d72 7,d7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b7 as subparagraphs 7,b7 and 7,c71 respectively2 and 7,e7 by inserting before subparagraph 7,b71 as so redesignated1 the following3 7,a7 ,establishment ,there shall be a ,chief ,technology ,officer for the air traffic control system that shall report directly to the ,chief ,operating ,officer of the air traffic control system4 2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking program2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,f7 by striking aircraft operators and inserting the ,administration1 aircraft operators1 or other private providers of information and services related to air traffic management2 and 7#c7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking ,the ,chief ,technology ,officer shall be subject to the postemployment provisions of section #bjg of title #ah as if the position of ,chief ,technology ,officer were described in section #bjg7;c77#b77;,a77i7 of that title42 7,b7 by redesignating subparagraph 7,b7 as subparagraph 7,c72 and 7,c7 by inserting after subparagraph 7,a7 the following3 7,b7 ,post-employment ,the ,chief ,technology ,officer shall be subject to the postemployment provisions of section #bjg of title #ah as if the position of ,chief ,technology ,officer were described in section #bjg7;c77#b77;,a77i7 of such title4 4 #bae4 ,definition of air traffic control system ,section #djajb7;a77#dg7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking and at the end2 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,d7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,e7 systems1 software1 and hardware operated1 owned1 and maintained by third parties that support or directly provide air navigation information and air traffic management services with ,administration approval4 4 #baf4 ,peer review of ,office of ,whistleblower ,protection and ,aviation ,safety ,investigations ,section #ajf7t7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking paragraph 7#g72 7#b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#f7 the following3 7#g7 ,department of ,transportation ,office of the ,inspector ,general peer review 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 and every #e years thereafter1 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall perform a peer review of the ,office of ,whistleblower ,protection and ,aviation ,safety ,investigations4 7,b7 ,peer review scope ,in completing the peer reviews required under this paragraph1 the inspector general shall1 to the extent appropriate1 use the most recent peer review guides published by the ,council of the ,inspectors ,general on ,integrity and ,efficiency ,audit ,committee and ,investigations ,committee4 7,c7 ,reports to congress ,not later than #ij days after the completion of a peer review required under this paragraph1 the inspector general shall submit to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate a description of any actions taken or to be taken to address the results of the peer review4 2 and 7#c7 in paragraph 7#h77;,b7 by striking the comma4 #bag4 ,cybersecurity lead 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall designate an executive of the ,,faa to serve as the lead for the cybersecurity of ,,faa systems and hardware 7in this section referred to as the ,cybersecurity ,lead74 7b7 ,duties ,the ,cybersecurity ,lead shall carry out duties and powers prescribed by the ,administrator1 including the management of activities required under subtitle ,b of title ,,iii4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #a and #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,cybersecurity ,lead shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the implementation of subtitle ,b of title ,,iii4 #bah4 ,eliminating ,,faa reporting and unnecessary requirements 7a7 ,annual report on aviation activities ,section #cjh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7b72 7#b7 by redesignating subsection 7c7 as subsection 7b72 and 7#c7 by redesignating subsection 7e7 as subsection 7c74 7b7 ,annual report on the purchase of foreign manufactured articles ,section #djaaj7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking paragraph 7#e74 7c7 ,annual report on assistance to foreign aviation authorities ,section #djaac7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking paragraph 7#d72 and 7#b7 by redesignating paragraph 7#e7 as paragraph 7#d74 7d7 ,,aip annual report ,section #dgaca of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the item relating to such section in the analysis for chapter #dga of such title1 are repealed4 7e7 ,transfer of airport land use compliance report to ,,npias ,section #dgajc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsection 7d7 as subsection 7e72 and 7#b7 by inserting after subsection 7c7 the following3 7d7 ,non-compliant airports 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall include in the plan a detailed statement listing airports the ,secretary has reason to believe are not in compliance with grant assurances or other requirements with respect to airport lands and shall include-- 7,a7 the circumstances of noncompliance2 7,b7 the timeline for corrective action with respect to such noncompliance2 and 7,c7 any corrective action the ,secretary intends to require to bring the airport sponsor into compliance4 7#b7 ,listing ,the ,secretary is not required to conduct an audit or make a final determination before including an airport on the list referred to in paragraph 7#a74 4 7f7 ,notice to airport sponsors regarding purchase of ,american made equipment and products ,section #cjf of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,authorization ,act of #aiid 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ejaja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking 7a7 and all that follows through ,it is the sense and inserting ,it is the sense2 and 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b74 7g7 ,obsolete aviation security requirements ,sections #cjb1 #cjg1 #cji1 and #caj of the ,federal ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act of #aiif 7,public ,law #ajd-bfd71 and the items relating to such sections in the table of contents in section #a7;b7 of such ,act1 are repealed4 7h7 ,regulation of ,alaska guide pilots ,section #gcb of the ,wendell ,h4 ,ford ,aviation ,investment and ,reform ,act for the #bast ,century 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7b72 7#b7 by redesignating subsection 7c7 as subsection 7b72 and 7#c7 in subsection 7b71 as so redesignated-- 7,a7 in the subsection heading by striking ,definitions and inserting ,definition of ,alaska guide pilot2 7,b7 by striking 1 the following definitions apply and all that follows through ,the term ,alaska guide pilot and inserting the term ,alaska guide pilot2 and 7,c7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,c7 as paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 7and adjusting the margins accordingly74 7i7 ,next generation air transportation senior policy committee ,section #gaj of the ,vision #ajj-;,century of ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note71 and the item relating to such section in the table of contents in section #a7;b7 of such ,act1 are repealed4 7j7 ,improved pilot licenses and pilot license rulemaking 7#a7 ,intelligence reform and terrorism prevention act ,section #djbb of the ,intelligence ,reform and ,terrorism ,prevention ,act of #bjjd 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note71 and the item relating to such section in the table of contents in section #a7;b7 of such ,act1 are repealed4 7#b7 ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab ,section #cba of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note71 and the item relating to such section in the table of contents in section #a7;b7 of such ,act1 are repealed4 7k7 ,technical training and staffing study ,section #fje of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7a72 7#b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 by striking 7b7 ,workload of systems specialists4--2 and 7,b7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 as subsections 7a7 through 7c7 7and adjust the margins and header casing appropriately72 and 7#c7 in subsection 7c7 7as so redesignated7 by striking paragraph 7#a7 and inserting subsection 7a74 7l7 ,ferry flight duty period and flight time rulemakings ,section #cde of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note71 and the item relating to such section in the table of contents in section #a7;b7 of such ,act1 are repealed4 7m7 ,laser pointer incident reports ,section #bajd of ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dfcja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking quarterly updates and inserting annually an annual briefing2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7c7 ,report sunset ,subsection 7a7 shall cease to be effective after ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 4 7n7 ,cold weather projects briefing ,section #aef of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgaab note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7b72 and 7#b7 by redesignating subsection 7c7 as subsection 7b74 7o7 ,biannual ,,gao audit ,any provision of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7,public ,law #aab-ie71 including any amendment made by such ,act1 that requires the ,comptroller ,general to conduct an audit 7including a recurring audit7 shall have no force or effect4 #bai4 ,authority to use electronic service ,section #dfajc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking or after the semicolon2 7ii7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon2 and 7iii7 by adding at the end the following3 7,d7 by electronic or facsimile transmission to the person to be served or the designated agent of the person2 or 7,e7 as designated by regulation or guidance published in the ,federal ,register4 2 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 ,the date of service made by an electronic or facsimile method is-- 7,a7 the date an electronic or facsimile transmission is sent2 or 7,b7 the date a notification is sent by an electronic or facsimile method that a notice1 process1 or action is immediately available and accessible in an electronic database4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7c7 by striking the first sentence and inserting ,service on an agent designated under this section shall be made at the office or usual place of residence of the agent or at the electronic or facsimile address designated by the agent44 #bbj4 ,safety and efficiency through digitization of ,,faa systems 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify1 at the discretion of the ,administrator1 not less than #c processes of the ,,faa that result in a certification and require paper-based information exchange between external entities and the ,,faa or offices within the ,,faa 7such as an aircraft certification1 aircraft registration1 or airmen certification7 or authorization1 an exemption1 or a letter of authorization2 and 7#b7 initiate the digitization of such processes4 7b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out the digitization required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that the digitization of any process allows for-- 7#a7 an applicant to track the application of such applicant throughout the period of submission and review of such application2 and 7#b7 the status of the application to be available upon demand to the applicant1 as well as ,,faa employees responsible for reviewing and making a decision on the application4 7c7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #b years after the date on which the ,administrator initiates the digitization under subsection 7a77#b71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress of such digitization4 7d7 ,definition of digitization ,in this section1 the term digitization means the transition from a predominantly paper-based system to a system centered on the use of a data management system and the internet4 #bba4 ,,faa telework 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator-- 7#a7 may establish telework policies for employees of the ,,faa that allow for the ,administrator to reduce the office footprint and associated expenses of the ,,faa1 if appropriate1 increase workforce retention1 and provide flexibilities that the ,administrator demonstrates increases efficiency and effectiveness of the ,administration1 while requiring that any such policy-- 7,a7 does not adversely impact the mission of the ,,faa2 7,b7 does not reduce the safety or efficiency of the national airspace system2 7,c7 for any employee that is designated as an officer or executive in the ,,faa ,executive ,system or a political appointee 7as such term is defined in section #ajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7-- 7i7 maximizes time at a duty station for such employee1 excluding official travel2 and 7ii7 may include telework provisions as determined appropriate by the ,administrator1 commensurate with official duties for such employee2 7,d7 provides for on-the-job training opportunities for ,,faa personnel that are not less than such opportunities available in #bjai2 7,e7 reflects the appropriate work status of employees based on the job functions of such employee2 7,f7 optimizes the work status of inspectors1 investigators1 and other personnel performing safety-related functions to ensure timely completion of safety oversight activities2 7,g7 provides for personnel1 including such personnel performing work related to aircraft certification and flight standards1 who are responsible for actively working with regulated entities1 external stakeholders1 or other members of the public to be-- 7i7 routinely available on a predictable basis for in-person and virtual communications with external persons2 and 7ii7 not hindered from meeting with1 visiting1 auditing1 or inspecting facilities or projects of regulated persons due to any telework policy2 and 7,h7 provides opportunities for in-person dialogue1 collaboration1 and ideation for all employees2 7#b7 ensures that locality pay for an employee of the ,,faa accurately reflects the telework status and duty station of such employee2 7#c7 may not establish a telework policy for an employee of the ,,faa unless such employee will be provided with secure network capacity1 communications tools1 necessary and secure access to appropriate agency data assets and ,federal records1 and equipment sufficient to enable such employee to be fully productive2 and 7#d7 not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 shall evaluate and address any telework policies in effect on the day before such date of enactment to ensure that such policies meet the requirements of paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,congressional update ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and #a year thereafter1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on any telework policies currently in place1 the implementation of such policies1 and the benefits of such policies4 7c7 ,consultation ,if the ,administrator determines that telework agreements need to be updated to implement the requirements of subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall1 prior to updating such agreements1 consult with-- 7#a7 exclusive bargaining representatives of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7#b7 labor organizations certified under such section as the exclusive bargaining representative of airway transportation systems specialists and aviation safety inspectors and engineers of the ,,faa4 #bbb4 ,review of office space 7a7 ,,faa review 7#a7 ,initiation of review ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall initiate an inventory review of the domestic office footprint of the ,department of ,transportation4 7#b7 ,completion of review ,not later than #cj months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall complete the inventory review required under paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,contents of review ,in completing the review under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall-- 7#a7 delineate the domestic office footprint1 as determined appropriate by the ,secretary2 7#b7 determine space adequacy related to-- 7,a7 the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and the corresponding accessibility guidelines established under part #aaia of title #cf1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,b7 the ,americans with ,disabilities ,act of #aiij 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #abaja et seq472 7#c7 determine the feasible occupancy of such space1 and provide the methodology used to make the determination2 7#d7 determine the number of individuals who are full-time equivalent employees1 other support personnel1 or contractors that have each such unit as a duty station and determine how telework policies will impact the usage of such space2 7#e7 calculate the amount of available1 unused1 or underutilized space in each such space2 7#f7 consider any lease terms for leased space contained in the domestic office footprint1 including cost and effective dates for each such lease2 and 7#g7 based on the findings in paragraphs 7#b7 through 7#f71 and any other metrics the ,secretary determines relevant1 provide recommendations for optimizing the use of office space across the ,department in consultation with appropriate employee labor representatives4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #d months after completing the review under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a final report that proposes opportunities to optimize the domestic office footprint of the ,,faa 7and associated costs74 ,in compiling such final report1 the ,secretary shall describe opportunities for-- 7#a7 consolidation of offices within a reasonable distance1 as determined by the ,senior ,real ,property ,officer of the ,department of ,transportation1 from one another2 7#b7 the collocation of regional or satellite offices of separate modes of the ,department1 including the costs and benefits of shared amenities2 and 7#c7 the use of coworking spaces instead of permanent offices4 7d7 ,domestic office footprint defined ,in this section1 the term domestic office footprint means buildings1 offices1 facilities1 and other real property rented1 owned1 or occupied by the ,,faa or ,department-- 7#a7 in which employees report for permanent or temporary duty that are not ,,faa ,airport ,traffic ,control ,towers1 ,terminal ,radar ,approach ,control ,facilities1 ,air ,route ,traffic ,control ,centers1 and ,combined ,control ,facilities2 and 7#b7 which are located within the ,united ,states4 #bbc4 ,restoration of authority 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after section #djaah the following3 #djaai4 ,sensitive security information 7a7 ,disclosure 7#a7 ,regulations prohibiting disclosure ,notwithstanding the establishment of a ,department of ,homeland ,security1 the ,secretary of ,transportation1 in accordance with section #eeb7;b77#c77;,b7 of title #e1 shall prescribe regulations prohibiting disclosure of information obtained or developed in ensuring security under this title if the ,secretary of ,transportation decides disclosing the information would-- 7,a7 be an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy2 7,b7 reveal a trade secret or privileged or confidential commercial or financial information2 or 7,c7 be detrimental to transportation safety4 7#b7 ,disclosure to congress ,paragraph 7#a7 shall not be construed to authorize information to be withheld from a committee of ,congress authorized to have such information4 7#c7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in paragraph 7#a7 shall be construed to authorize the designation of information as sensitive security information 7as such term is defined in section #ae4e of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 to-- 7,a7 conceal a violation of law1 inefficiency1 or administrative error2 7,b7 prevent embarrassment to a person1 organization1 or agency2 7,c7 restrain competition2 or 7,d7 prevent or delay the release of information that does not require protection in the interest of transportation security1 including basic scientific research information not clearly related to transportation security4 7#d7 ,law enforcement disclosure ,section #eeb;a of title #e shall not apply to disclosures that the ,administrator may make from the systems of records of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to any ,federal law enforcement1 intelligence1 protective service1 immigration1 or national security official in order to assist the official receiving the information in the performance of official duties4 7b7 ,transfers of duties and powers prohibited ,except as otherwise provided by law1 a duty or power under this section may not be transferred to another department1 agency1 or instrumentality of the ,federal ,government4 4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by this section shall be effective as of ,october #e1 #bjah1 and all authority restored to the ,secretary and the ,,faa under this section shall be treated as if such authority had never been repealed by the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed74 7c7 ,conforming amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #djaah the following3 #djaai4 ,sensitive security information4 4 #bbd4 ,,faa participation in industry standards organizations 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall encourage the participation of employees of the ,,faa1 as appropriate1 in the activities of recognized industry standards organizations to advance the adoption1 reference1 and acceptance rate of standards and means of compliance developed by such organizations by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,participation ,an employee of the ,,faa directed by the ,administrator to participate in a working group1 task group1 committee1 or similar body of a recognized industry standards organization shall-- 7#a7 actively participate in the discussions and work of such organization2 7#b7 accurately represent the position of the ,administrator on the subject matter of such discussions and work2 7#c7 contribute to the development of work products of such organization1 unless determined to be inappropriate by such organization2 7#d7 make reasonable efforts to identify and make any concerns of the ,administrator relating to such work products known to such organization1 including through providing formal comments1 as may be allowed for under the procedures of such organization2 7#e7 provide regular updates to other ,,faa employees and management on the progress of such work products2 and 7#f7 seek advice and input from other ,,faa employees and management1 as needed4 7c7 ,recognized industry standards organization defined ,in this section1 the term recognized industry standards organization means a domestic or international organization that-- 7#a7 uses agreed upon procedures to develop aviation-related industry standards or means of compliance1 including standards or means of compliance that satisfy ,,faa requirements or guidance2 7#b7 is comprised of members of the public1 including subject matter experts1 industry representatives1 academics and researchers1 and government employees2 and 7#c7 has had at least #a standard or means of compliance accepted by the ,administrator or referenced in guidance material or a regulation issued by the ,,faa after the date of enactment of the ,vision #ajj--;,century of ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act 7,public ,law #ajh-agf74 #bbe4 ,sense of ,congress on use of voluntary consensus standards ,it is the sense of ,congress that the ,administrator should make every effort to abide by the policies set forth in the circular of the ,office of ,management and ,budget1 titled ,federal ,participation in the ,development and ,use of ,voluntary ,consensus ,standards and ,conformity ,assessment ,activities 7,a-#aai74 #bbf4 ,required designation ,the ,administrator shall designate any aviation rulemaking committee convened under this ,act pursuant to section #ajf7p77#e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #bbg4 ,administrative ,services ,franchise ,fund ,title ,i of the ,department of ,transportation and ,related ,agencies ,appropriations ,act1 #aiig 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaac note7 is amended under the heading ,administrative ,services ,franchise ,fund by striking shall be paid in advance and inserting may be reimbursed after performance or paid in advance4 #bbh4 ,commercial preference ,section #djaaj7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking and implement and inserting 1 implement1 and periodically update2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#b7 by striking the new acquisition management system developed and implemented and inserting the acquisition management system developed1 implemented1 and periodically updated each place it appears2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 by striking new2 and 7ii7 by striking and implemented and inserting 1 implemented1 and periodically updated2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking ,within and all that follows through the ,administrator and inserting ,the ,administrator2 7#d7 by redesignating paragraph 7#d7 as paragraph 7#e72 and 7#e7 by inserting after paragraph 7#c7 the following3 7#d7 ,commercial products and services ,in implementing and updating the acquisition management system pursuant to paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall1 whenever possible-- 7,a7 describe the requirements with respect to a solicitation for the procurement of supplies or services in terms of-- 7i7 functions to be performed2 7ii7 performance required2 or 7iii7 essential physical and system characteristics2 7,b7 ensure that commercial services or commercial products may be procured to fulfill such solicitation1 or to the extent that commercial products suitable to meet the needs of the ,administration are not available1 ensure that nondevelopmental items other than commercial products may be procured to fulfill such solicitation2 7,c7 provide offerors of commercial services1 commercial products1 and nondevelopmental items other than commercial products an opportunity to compete in any solicitation for the procurement of supplies or services2 7,d7 revise the procurement policies1 practices1 and procedures of the ,administration to reduce any impediments to the acquisition of commercial products and commercial services2 7,e7 ensure that any procurement of new equipment takes into account the life cycle1 reliability1 performance1 service support1 and costs to guarantee the acquisition of equipment that is of high quality and reliability resulting in greater performance and cost-related benefits2 and 7,f7 ensure that procurement officials-- 7i7 acquire commercial services1 commercial products1 or nondevelopmental items other than commercial products to meet the needs of the ,administration2 7ii7 in a solicitation for the procurement of supplies or services1 state the specifications for such supplies or services in terms that enable and encourage bidders and offerors to supply commercial services or commercial products1 or to the extent that commercial products suitable to meet the needs of the ,administration are not available1 to supply nondevelopmental items other than commercial products2 7iii7 require that prime contractors and subcontractors at all levels under contracts with the ,administration incorporate commercial services1 commercial products1 or nondevelopmental items other than commercial products as components of items supplied to the ,administration2 7iv7 modify procurement requirements in appropriate circumstances to ensure that such requirements can be met by commercial services or commercial products1 or to the extent that commercial products suitable to meet the needs of the ,administration are not available1 nondevelopmental items other than commercial products2 and 7v7 require training of appropriate personnel in the acquisition of commercial products and commercial services4 4 #bbi4 ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,steering ,committee 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish an ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,steering ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,steering ,committee7 to assist the ,,faa in planning for and integrating advanced aviation technologies4 7b7 ,purpose ,the ,steering ,committee shall-- 7#a7 create and regularly update a comprehensive strategy and action plan for integrating advanced aviation technologies into the national airspace system and aviation ecosystem2 and 7#b7 provide direction and resolution for complex issues related to advanced aviation technologies that span multiple offices or lines of business of the ,,faa1 as needed4 7c7 ,chair ,the ,deputy ,administrator of the ,,faa shall serve as the ,chair of the ,steering ,committee4 7d7 ,composition ,in addition to the ,chair1 the ,steering ,committee shall consist of the ,assistant or ,associate ,administrator1 or the designee of such ,administrator1 of each of the following ,,faa offices3 7#a7 ,office of ,aviation ,safety4 7#b7 ,air ,traffic ,organization4 7#c7 ,office of ,airports4 7#d7 ,office of ,commercial ,space ,transportation4 7#e7 ,office of ,finance and ,management4 7#f7 ,office of the ,chief ,counsel4 7#g7 ,office of ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement4 7#h7 ,office of ,policy1 ,international ,affairs1 and ,environment4 7#i7 ,office of ,security and ,hazardous ,materials ,safety4 7#aj7 ,any other ,office the ,administrator determines necessary4 #bcj4 ,review and updates of categorical exclusions 7a7 ,review ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall identify each categorical exclusion under the jurisdiction of the ,department of ,transportation1 including any operating administration within the ,department4 7b7 ,new categorical exclusions for airport projects ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 review the categorical exclusions applied by other operating administrations identified in subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 take such action as may be necessary to adopt1 as relevant and appropriate1 new categorical exclusions that meet the requirements of section #aejh4d of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 from among categorical exclusions reviewed by the ,secretary in paragraph 7#a7 for use by the ,,faa4 #bca4 ,implementation of anti-terrorist and narcotic air events programs 7a7 ,implementation 7#a7 ,priority recommendations ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 implement recommendations #f1 #ac1 #ad1 and #ae as set forth in the ,government ,accountability ,office report entitled ,aviation3 ,,faa ,needs to ,better ,prevent1 ,detect1 and ,respond to ,fraud and ,abuse ,risks in ,aircraft ,registration1 7dated ,march #be1 #bjbj72 and 7,b7 to the extent that rulemaking is necessary to implement such recommendations1 issue a notice of proposed rulemaking pursuant to the rulemaking authority of the ,,faa4 7#b7 ,remaining recommendations ,the ,administrator shall implement recommendations #a through #e and #h through #ab as set forth in the ,government ,accountability ,office report described in paragraph 7#a7 and1 to the extent that rulemaking is necessary to implement such recommendations1 issue a notice of proposed rulemaking pursuant to the rulemaking authority of the ,,faa1 on the earlier of-- 7,a7 the date that is #ij days after the date on which the ,,faa implements the ,civil ,aviation ,registry ,electronic ,services system2 or 7,b7 ,january #a1 #bjbf4 7b7 ,reports 7#a7 ,priority recommendations ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,administrator implements the recommendations under subsection 7a77#a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,committees on the ,judiciary and ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate1 the ,committees on the ,judiciary and ,energy and ,commerce of the ,house of ,representatives1 and the ,caucus on ,international ,narcotics ,control of the ,senate a report on such implementation1 including a description of any steps taken by the ,administrator to complete such implementation4 7#b7 ,remaining recommendations ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,administrator implements the recommendations under subsection 7a77#b71 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,committees on the ,judiciary and ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate1 the ,committees on the ,judiciary and ,energy and ,commerce of the ,house of ,representatives1 and the ,caucus on ,international ,narcotics ,control of the ,senate a report on such implementation1 including a description of any steps taken by the ,administrator to complete such implementation4 ,,iii ,aviation ,safety ,improvements ,a ,general ,provisions #cja4 ,helicopter air ambulance operations 7a7 ,outdated air ambulance rulemaking requirement ,section #ddgcj of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a77#a7 by striking not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section12 7#b7 in subsection 7c7 by striking address the following and inserting consider1 or address through other means1 the following2 7#c7 in subsection 7d7 by striking provide for the following and inserting consider1 or address through other means1 the following2 and 7#d7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 in the heading by striking ,subsequent rulemaking and inserting ,subsequent actions2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking shall conduct a follow-on rulemaking to address the following3 and inserting shall address through a follow-on rulemaking1 or through such other means that the ,administrator considers appropriate1 the following32 7,c7 by striking paragraph 7#b72 and 7,d7 by redesignating paragraph 7#c7 as paragraph 7#b74 7b7 ,safety management systems briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on how the final rule titled ,safety ,management ,system1 published on ,april #bf1 #bjbd1 7#hi ,fed4 ,reg4 #ccjfh71 will-- 7#a7 improve helicopter air ambulance operations and piloting2 and 7#b7 consider the use of safety equipment by flight crew and medical personnel on a helicopter conducting an air ambulance operation4 7c7 ,improvement of publication of helicopter air ambulance operations data ,section #ddgca of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7d72 7#b7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking and at the end2 and 7,b7 by striking paragraph 7#b7 and inserting the following3 7#b7 make publicly available1 in part or in whole1 on a website of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 the database developed pursuant to subsection 7c72 and 7#c7 analyze the data submitted under subsection 7a7 periodically and use such data to inform efforts to improve the safety of helicopter air ambulance operations4 2 and 7#c7 by redesignating subsections 7e7 and 7f7 as subsections 7d7 and 7e71 respectively4 #cjb4 ,global aircraft maintenance safety improvements 7a7 ,,faa oversight of repair stations located outside the ,united ,states 7#a7 ,in general ,section #ddgcc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in the heading by striking ,inspection and inserting ,oversight2 7,b7 in subsection 7a7 by striking ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the and inserting ,the2 7,c7 in subsection 7e7-- 7i7 by inserting 1 without prior notice to such repair stations1 after annually2 7ii7 by inserting and the applicable laws of the country in which the repair station is located after international agreements2 and 7iii7 by striking the last sentence and inserting ,the ,administrator may carry out announced or unannounced inspections in addition to the annual unannounced inspection required under this subsection based on identified risks and in a manner consistent with ,united ,states obligations under international agreements and the applicable laws of the country in which the part #ade repair station is located42 7,d7 by redesignating subsection 7g7 as subsection 7j72 and 7,e7 by inserting after subsection 7f7 the following3 7g7 ,data analysis 7#a7 ,in general ,each fiscal year in which a part #aba air carrier has had heavy maintenance work performed on an aircraft owned or operated by such carrier1 such carrier shall provide to the ,administrator1 not later than the end of the following fiscal year1 a report containing the information described in paragraph 7#b74 7#b7 ,information required ,a report under paragraph 7#a7 shall contain the following3 7,a7 ,the location where any heavy maintenance work on aircraft was performed outside the ,united ,states4 7,b7 ,a description of the work performed at each such location4 7,c7 ,the date of completion of the work performed at each such location4 7,d7 ,a list of all failures1 malfunctions1 or defects affecting the safe operation of such aircraft identified by the air carrier not later than #cj days after the date on which an aircraft is returned to service1 organized by reference to aircraft registration number1 that-- 7i7 requires corrective action after the aircraft is approved for return to service2 and 7ii7 results from such work performed on such aircraft4 7,e7 ,the certificate number of the person approving such aircraft or on-wing aircraft engine for return to service following completion of the work performed at each such location4 7#c7 ,analysis ,the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 analyze information provided under this subsection and sections #aba4gjc1 #aba4gje1 #aba4gjg1 and #ade4bba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or any successor provisions of such title1 to detect safety issues associated with heavy maintenance work on aircraft performed outside the ,united ,states2 and 7,b7 require appropriate actions by an air carrier or repair station in response to any safety issue identified by the analysis conducted under subparagraph 7,a74 7#d7 ,confidentiality ,information provided under this subsection shall be subject to the same protections given to voluntarily provided safety or security related information under section #djabc4 7h7 ,applications and prohibition 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator may not approve any new application under part #ade of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 from a person located or headquartered in a country that the ,administration1 through the ,international ,aviation ,safety ,assessment program1 has classified as ,category #b4 7#b7 ,exception ,paragraph 7#a7 shall not apply to an application for the renewal of a certificate issued under part #ade of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,maintenance implementation procedures agreement ,the ,administrator may elect not to enter into a new maintenance implementation procedures agreement with a country classified as ,category #b1 for as long as the country remains classified as ,category #b4 7#d7 ,prohibition on continued heavy maintenance work ,no part #aba air carrier may enter into a new contract for heavy maintenance work with a person located or headquartered in a country that the ,administrator1 through the ,international ,aviation ,safety ,assessment program1 has classified as ,category #b1 for as long as such country remains classified as ,category #b4 7i7 ,minimum qualifications for mechanics and others working on ,u4,s4 registered aircraft 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator shall require that1 at each covered repair station-- 7,a7 all supervisory personnel of such station are appropriately certificated as a mechanic or repairman under part #fe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or under an equivalent certification or licensing regime1 as determined by the ,administrator2 and 7,b7 all personnel of such station authorized to approve an article for return to service are appropriately certificated as a mechanic or repairman under part #fe of such title1 or under an equivalent certification or licensing regime1 as determined by the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,available for consultation ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator shall require any individual who is responsible for approving an article for return to service or who is directly in charge of heavy maintenance work performed on aircraft operated by a part #aba air carrier be available for consultation while work is being performed at a covered repair station4 4 7#b7 ,definitions 7,a7 ,in general ,section #ddgcc7;j7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as redesignated by this section71 is amended-- 7i7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking aircraft and inserting aircraft 7including on-wing aircraft engines72 7ii7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 as paragraphs 7#b7 through 7#d71 respectively2 and 7iii7 by inserting before paragraph 7#b71 as so redesignated1 the following3 7#a7 ,covered repair station ,the term covered repair station means a facility that-- 7,a7 is located outside the ,united ,states2 7,b7 is a part #ade repair station2 and 7,c7 performs heavy maintenance work on aircraft operated by a part #aba air carrier4 4 7,b7 ,technical amendment ,section #ddgcc7;a77#c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking covered part #ade repair stations and inserting part #ade repair stations4 7#c7 ,conforming amendments ,the analysis for chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #ddgcc and inserting the following3 #ddgcc4 ,oversight of repair stations located outside the ,united ,states4 4 7b7 ,alcohol and drug testing and background checks 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule carrying out the requirements of section #baab7;b7 of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgcc note74 7#b7 ,rulemaking on assessment requirement ,with respect to any employee not covered under the requirements of section #aeed4aja of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 the ,administrator shall initiate a rulemaking 7or request that the head of another ,federal agency initiate a rulemaking7 that requires a covered repair station to confirm that any such employee has successfully completed an assessment commensurate with a security threat assessment described in subpart ,c of part #aedj of such title4 7#c7 ,definition of covered repair station ,for purposes of this subsection1 the term covered repair station means a facility that-- 7,a7 is located outside the ,united ,states2 7,b7 is certificated under part #ade of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,c7 performs heavy maintenance work on aircraft 7including on-wing aircraft engines71 operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cjc4 ,,oda best practice sharing ,section #ddgcf7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the and insert ,the2 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,e7 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,f7 by striking the period and inserting 2 and2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,g7 convene a forum not less than every #b years between ,,oda holders1 unit members1 and other organizational representatives and relevant experts1 in order to-- 7i7 share best practices2 7ii7 instill professionalism1 ethics1 and personal responsibilities in unit members2 and 7iii7 foster open and transparent communication between ,administration safety specialists1 ,,oda holders1 and unit members4 4 #cjd4 ,training of organization delegation authorization unit members 7a7 ,unit member annual ethics training ,section #ddgcf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7g7 ,ethics training requirement for ,,oda holders 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall review and ensure each ,,oda holder authorized by the ,administrator under section #ddgjb7;d7 has in effect a recurrent training program for all ,,oda unit members that covers-- 7,a7 unit member professional obligations and responsibilities2 7,b7 the ,,oda holder's code of ethics as required to be established under section #ajb7;f7 of the ,aircraft ,certification1 ,safety1 and ,accountability ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note72 7,c7 procedures for reporting safety concerns1 as described in the respective approved procedures manual for the delegation2 7,d7 the prohibition against and reporting procedures for interference from a supervisor or other ,,oda member described in section #ddgdb2 and 7,e7 any additional information the ,administrator considers relevant to maintaining ethical and professional standards across all ,,oda holders and unit members4 7#b7 ,,faa review 7,a7 ,review of training program ,the ,organization ,designation ,authorization ,office of the ,administration established under subsection 7b7 shall review each ,,oda holders' recurrent training program to ensure such program includes-- 7i7 all elements described in paragraph 7#a72 and 7ii7 training to instill professionalism and clear understanding among ,,oda unit members about the purpose of and procedures associated with safety management systems1 including the provisions of the third edition of the ,safety ,management ,manual issued by the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization 7,doc #ihei7 7or any successor edition74 7,b7 ,changes to program ,such ,office may require changes to the training program considered necessary to maintain ethical and professional standards across all ,,oda holders and unit members4 7#c7 ,training ,as part of the recurrent training program required under paragraph 7#a71 not later than #fj business days after being designated as an ,,oda unit member1 and annually thereafter1 each ,,oda unit member shall complete the ethics training required by the ,,oda holder of the respective ,,oda unit member in order to exercise the functions delegated under the ,,oda4 7#d7 ,accountability ,the ,administrator shall establish such processes or requirements as are necessary to ensure compliance with paragraph 7#c74 4 7b7 ,deadline ,an ,,oda unit member authorized to perform delegated functions under an ,,oda prior to the date of completion of an ethics training required under section #ddgcf7;g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall complete such training not later than #fj days after the training program is approved by the ,administrator pursuant to such section4 #cje4 ,clarification on safety management system information disclosure ,section #ddgce of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking 2 or and inserting a semicolon2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 or2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 if the report1 data1 or other information is submitted for any purpose relating to the development and implementation of a safety management system1 including a system required by regulation4 2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7d7 ,other agencies 7#a7 ,in general ,the limitation established under subsection 7a7 shall apply to the head of any other ,federal agency who receives reports1 data1 or other information described in such subsection from the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,rule of ,construction ,this section shall not be construed to limit the accident or incident investigation authority of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board under chapter #aa1 including the requirement to not disclose voluntarily provided safety-related information under section #aaad4 4 #cjf4 ,reauthorization of certain provisions of the ,aircraft ,certification1 ,safety1 and ,accountability ,act 7a7 ,oversight of organization designation authorization unit members ,section #ddgda of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7f77#b7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a7 by striking ,not later than #ij days and all that follows through the ,administrator shall provide a briefing and inserting ,the ,administrator shall provide biannual briefings each fiscal year through ,september #cj1 #bjbh2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking #ij-;day period and inserting #f-month period2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7j7 by striking #bjbc and inserting #bjbh4 7b7 ,integrated project teams ,section #ajh7;f7 of division ,v of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjba 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjd note7 is amended by striking fiscal year #bjbc and inserting fiscal year #bjbh4 7c7 ,appeals of certification decisions ,section #ddgjd7;g77#a77;,c77ii7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking calendar year #bjbe and inserting calendar year #bjbh4 7d7 ,professional development1 skills enhancement1 continuing education and training ,section #ddeai7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #bjbc and inserting #bjbh4 7e7 ,voluntary safety reporting program ,section #aac7;f7 of division ,v of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjba 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note7 is amended by striking fiscal year #bjbc and inserting fiscal year #bjbh4 7f7 ,changed product rule ,section #aag7;b77#a7 of division ,v of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjba 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjd note7 is amended by striking fiscal year #bjbc and inserting fiscal year #bjbh4 7g7 ,domestic and international pilot training ,section #aai7;f77#c7 of division ,v of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjba is amended by striking #bjbc and inserting #bjbh4 7h7 ,samya ,rose ,stumo ,national ,air ,grant ,fellowship ,program ,section #aca7;d7 of division ,v of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjba 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended by striking #bjbe and inserting #bjbh4 #cjg4 ,continued oversight of ,,faa compliance program ,section #abb of the ,aircraft ,certification1 ,safety1 and ,accountability ,act 7,public ,law #aaf-bfj7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b7 by striking paragraph 7#b7 and inserting the following3 7#b7 conduct an annual agency-wide evaluation of the ,compliance ,program through fiscal year #bjbh to assess the functioning and effectiveness of such program and to assess-- 7,a7 the need for long-term metrics that1 to the maximum extent practicable1 apply to all program offices1 and use such metrics to assess the effectiveness of the program2 7,b7 if the program ensures the highest level of compliance with safety standards2 7,c7 if the program has met its stated safety goals and purpose2 and 7,d7 ,,faa employee confidence in the program4 2 7#b7 in subsection 7c77#d7 by striking #bjbc and inserting #bjbh2 and 7#c7 in subsection 7d7 by striking #bjbc and inserting #bjbh4 #cjh4 ,scalability of safety management systems ,in conducting any rulemaking to require1 or implementing a regulation requiring1 a safety management system1 the ,administrator shall consider the scalability of such safety management system requirements1 to the full range of entities in terms of size or complexity that may be affected by such rulemaking or regulation1 including-- 7#a7 how an entity can demonstrate compliance using various documentation1 tools1 and methods1 including1 as appropriate1 systems with multiple small operators collectively monitoring for and addressing risks2 7#b7 a review of traditional safety management techniques and the suitability of such techniques for small entities2 7#c7 the applicability of existing safety management system programs implemented by an entity2 7#d7 the suitability of existing requirements under part #e of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for small entities2 and 7#e7 other unique challenges relating to small entities the ,administrator determines appropriate to consider4 #cji4 ,review of safety management system rulemaking 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review the final rule of the ,,faa titled ,safety ,management ,systems and issued on ,april #bf1 #bjbd 7#hi ,fed4 ,reg4 #ccjfh74 7b7 ,applicability ,in reviewing the final rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that the safety management system requirement under such final rule described in subsection 7a7 is applied to all certificate holders operating under the rules for commuter and on-demand operations under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 commercial air tour operators operating under section #ia4adg of such title1 production certificate holders that are holders or licensees of a type certificate for the same product1 and holders of a type certificate who license out such certificate for production under part #ba of such title4 7c7 ,determination ,if the ,administrator determines the final rule does not apply the safety management system requirement in the manner described in subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall issue such regulation1 guidance1 or policy as may be necessary to ensure such safety management system requirement is applied in such manner4 #caj4 ,independent study on future state of type certification processes 7a7 ,review and study ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with an appropriate federally funded research and development center1 or other independent nonprofit organization that recommends solutions to aviation policy challenges through objective analysis1 to conduct a review and study in accordance with the requirements and elements in this section4 7b7 ,elements ,the entity carrying out the review and study pursuant to subsection 7a7 shall provide analyses1 assessments1 and recommendations that address the following elements3 7#a7 ,a vision for a future state of type certification that reflects the highly complex1 highly integrated nature of modern aircraft and improvements in aviation safety4 7#b7 ,an assessment of digital tools1 techniques1 and software systems that allow for efficient and virtual evaluation of an applicant design1 associated documentation1 and software or systems engineering products1 including in digital #c-;dimensional formats or using model-based systems engineering design techniques4 7#c7 ,how the ,,faa could develop a risk-based model for type certification that improves the safety of aircraft4 7#d7 ,what changes are needed to ensure that corrective actions for continued operational safety issues1 including software modifications1 can be approved and implemented in a timely manner while maintaining the integrity of the type certification process4 7#e7 ,what efficiencies and safety process improvements are needed in the type certification processes of the ,,faa to facilitate the assessment and integration of innovative technologies and advance aviation safety1 such as conducting product familiarization1 developing certification requirements1 and demonstrating flight test safety readiness4 7#f7 ,best practices and tools used by other certification authorities outside of the ,united ,states that could be adopted by the ,,faa1 as well as the best practices and tools used by the ,,faa which can be shared with certification authorities outside of the ,united ,states4 7c7 ,parties to review ,in conducting the review and study pursuant to subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that the entity entering into an agreement under this section shall1 throughout the review and study1 consult with-- 7#a7 the aircraft certification and flight standards offices or services of the ,administration2 and 7#b7 at least #c industry members representing aircraft and aircraft part manufacturing interests4 7d7 ,considerations ,in conducting the review and study pursuant to subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure the entity considers the availability1 cost1 interoperability1 scalability1 adaptability1 cybersecurity1 ease of adoption1 and potential safety benefits of the elements described in subsection 7b71 including any digital tools1 techniques1 and software systems recommended to address such elements4 7e7 ,report ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the entity conducting the review and study pursuant to subsection 7a7 shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the review and study that includes-- 7#a7 the findings and recommendations of the entity2 and 7#b7 an assessment of whether digital tools1 techniques1 and software systems could improve the coordination1 oversight1 or safety of the certification and validation activities of the ,,faa4 7f7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #bgj days after the report required under subsection 7e7 is received by the ,administrator1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on-- 7#a7 any actions the ,,faa proposes to take as a result of such findings and recommendations2 and 7#b7 the rationale of the ,,faa for not taking action on any specific recommendation1 as applicable4 #caa4 ,use of advanced tools and high-risk flight testing in certifying aerospace products 7a7 ,assessment ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall complete an assessment of the use of advanced tools during the testing1 analysis1 and verification stages of aerospace certification projects to reduce the risks associated with high-risk flight profiles and performing limit testing4 7b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out the assessment under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7#a7 instances in which high-risk flight profiles and limit testing have occurred in the certification process and the applicability of the data produced by such testing for use in other aspects of flight testing2 7#b7 the safety of pilots during such testing2 7#c7 the value and accuracy of data collected using the advanced tools described in subsection 7a72 7#d7 the ability to produce more extensive data sets using such advanced tools2 7#e7 any aspects of such testing for which the use of such advanced tools would not be valuable or applicable2 7#f7 the cost of using such advanced tools2 and 7#g7 the best practices of other international civil aviation authorities that permit the use of advanced tools during aerospace certification projects4 7c7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the assessment under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consult with-- 7#a7 aircraft manufacturers1 including manufacturers that have designed and certified aircraft under-- 7,a7 part #bc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,b7 part #be of such title2 or 7,c7 part #bg of such title2 7#b7 aircraft manufacturers that have designed and certified1 or are in the process of certifying1 aircraft with a novel design under part #ba4ag7;b7 of such title2 7#c7 associations representing aircraft manufacturers2 7#d7 researchers and academics in related fields2 and 7#e7 pilots who are experts in flight testing4 7d7 ,congressional report ,not later than #fj days after the completion of the assessment under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the assessment conducted under subsection 7a74 7e7 ,required updates 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall take necessary actions based on the results of the assessment under subsection 7a71 including1 as appropriate-- 7,a7 amending part #ba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,b7 modifying any associated advisory circulars1 guidance1 or policy of the ,,faa4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in taking actions under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7,a7 developing validation criteria and procedures whereby data produced in high-fidelity engineering laboratories and facilities may be allowed 7in conjunction with1 or in lieu of7 data produced on a flying test article to support an applicant's showing of compliance required under section #ba4ce7;a77#a7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,b7 developing criteria and procedures whereby an ,organization ,designation ,authorization 7as defined in section #ddgcf7;c77#e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 may recommend that certain data produced during an applicant's flight test program may be accepted by the ,,faa as final compliance data in accordance with section #ba4ce7;b7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 at the sole discretion of the ,,faa2 and 7,c7 working with other international civil aviation authorities representing ,states of ,design to-- 7i7 identify their best practices relative to high risk-flight testing2 and 7ii7 adopt such practices into the flight-testing requirements of the ,,faa to the maximum extent practicable4 #cab4 ,transport airplane and propulsion certification modernization ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall publish a notice of proposed rulemaking for the item titled ,transport ,airplane and ,propulsion ,certification ,modernization1 published in ,fall #bjbb in the ,unified ,agenda of ,federal ,regulatory and ,deregulatory ,actions 7,,rin #babj-;,,al#db74 #cac4 ,fire protection standards 7a7 ,internal regulatory review team 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish an internal regulatory review team 7in this section referred to as the ,team74 7#b7 ,review 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,team shall conduct a review comparing foreign and domestic airworthiness standards and guidance for aircraft engine firewalls4 7,b7 ,requirements ,in conducting the review1 the ,team shall-- 7i7 identify any significant differences in standards or guidance with respect to test article selection and fire test boundaries and evaluation criteria for burn tests1 including the use of certification by analysis for cases in which substantially similar designs have passed burn tests2 7ii7 assess the safety implications for any products imported into the ,united ,states that do not comply with the firewall requirements of the ,,faa2 and 7iii7 consult with industry stakeholders to the maximum extent practicable4 7b7 ,duties of the ,administrator ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,team reports the findings of the review to the ,administrator1 update the ,significant ,standards ,list of the ,,faa based on such findings1 as appropriate2 and 7#b7 not later than #ij days after such date1 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on such findings and any recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 #cad4 ,risk model for production facility inspections 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and periodically thereafter1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 conduct a review of the risk-based model used by certification management offices of the ,,faa to inform the frequency of aircraft manufacturing or production facility inspections2 and 7#b7 update the model to ensure such model adequately accounts for risk at facilities during periods of increased production4 7b7 ,briefings ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the review is completed under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on-- 7#a7 the results of the review2 7#b7 any changes made to the risk-based model described in subsection 7a72 and 7#c7 how such changes would help improve the in-plant inspection process4 #cae4 ,review of ,,faa use of aviation safety data 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an appropriate arrangement with a qualified third-party organization or consortium to evaluate the collection1 collation1 analysis1 and use of aviation data across the ,,faa4 7b7 ,consultation ,in completing the evaluation under subsection 7a71 the qualified third-party organization or consortium shall-- 7#a7 seek the input of experts in data analytics1 including at least #a expert in the commercial data services or analytics solutions sector2 7#b7 consult with the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board and the ,transportation ,research ,board2 and 7#c7 consult with appropriate federally funded research and development centers1 to the extent that such centers are not already involved in the evaluation4 7c7 ,substance of evaluation ,in completing the evaluation under subsection 7a71 the qualified third-party organization or consortium shall-- 7#a7 compile a list of internal and external sources1 databases1 and streams of information the ,,faa receives or has access to that provide the ,,faa with operational or safety information and data about the national airspace system1 its users1 and other regulated entities of the ,,faa2 7#b7 review data sets to determine completeness and accuracy of relevant information2 7#c7 identify gaps in information that the ,,faa could fill through sharing agreements1 partnerships1 or other means that would add value during safety trend analysis2 7#d7 assess the capabilities of the ,,faa1 including analysis systems and workforce skillsets1 to analyze relevant data and information to make informed decisions2 7#e7 review data and information for proper storage1 identification controls1 and data privacy-- 7,a7 as required by law2 and 7,b7 consistent with best practices for data collection1 storage1 and use2 7#f7 review the format of such data and identify methods to improve the usefulness of such data2 7#g7 assess internal and external access to data for-- 7,a7 appropriateness based on data type and level of detail2 7,b7 proper data access protocols and precautions2 and 7,c7 maximizing availability of safety-related data that could support the improvement of safety management systems of and trend identification by regulated entities and the ,,faa2 7#h7 examine the collation and dissemination of data within offices and between offices of the ,,faa2 7#i7 review and recommend improvements to the data analysis techniques of the ,,faa2 and 7#aj7 recommend investments the ,administrator should consider to better collect1 manage1 and analyze data sets1 including within and between offices of the ,,faa4 7d7 ,access to information ,the ,administrator shall provide the qualified third-party organization or consortium and the experts described in subsection 7b7 with adequate access to safety and operational data collected by and held by the agency across all offices of the ,,faa1 except if specific access is otherwise prohibited by law4 7e7 ,nondisclosure ,prior to participating in the review1 the ,administrator shall ensure that each person participating in the evaluation under this section enters into an agreement with the ,administrator in which the person shall be prohibited from disclosing at any time1 except as required by law1 to any person1 foreign or domestic1 any non-public information made accessible to the federally funded research and development center under this section4 7f7 ,report ,the qualified third-party organization or consortium carrying out the evaluation under this section shall provide a report of the findings of the center to the ,administrator and include recommendations to improve the ,,faa's collection1 collation1 analysis1 and use of aviation data1 including recommendations to-- 7#a7 improve data access across offices within the ,,faa1 as necessary1 to support efficient execution of safety analysis and programs across such offices2 7#b7 improve data storage best practices2 7#c7 develop or refine methods for collating data from multiple ,,faa and industry sources2 and 7#d7 procure or use available analytics tools to draw conclusions and identify previously unrecognized trends or miscategorized risks in the aviation system1 particularly when identification of such information requires the analysis of multiple sets of data from multiple sources4 7g7 ,implementation of recommendations ,not later than #f months after the receipt of the report under subsection 7f71 the ,administrator shall review1 develop an implementation plan1 and1 if appropriate1 begin the implementation of the recommendations received in such report4 7h7 ,review of implementation ,the qualified third-party organization or consortium that conducted the initial evaluation1 and any experts who contributed to such evaluation pursuant to subsection 7b77#a71 shall provide regular feedback and advice to the ,administrator on the implementation plan developed under subsection 7g7 and any implementation activities for at least #b years beginning on the date of the receipt of the report under subsection 7f74 7i7 ,report to ,congress ,the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress the report described in subsection 7f7 and the implementation plan described in subsection 7g74 7j7 ,existing reporting systems ,consistent with section #acb of the ,aircraft ,certification1 ,safety1 and ,accountability ,act 7,public ,law #aaf-bfj71 the ,executive ,director of the ,transportation ,research ,board1 in consultation with the ,secretary and the ,administrator1 may further harmonize data and sources following the implementation of recommendations under subsection 7g74 7k7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to permit the public disclosure of information submitted under a voluntary safety reporting program or that is otherwise protected under section #ddgce of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #caf4 ,weather reporting systems study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study to examine how to improve the procurement1 functionality1 and sustainability of weather reporting systems1 including-- 7#a7 automated weather observing systems2 7#b7 automated surface observing systems2 7#c7 visual weather observing systems2 and 7#d7 non-,federal weather reporting systems4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study required under section 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall address-- 7#a7 the current state of the supply chain related to weather reporting systems and the components of such systems2 7#b7 the average age of weather reporting systems infrastructure installed in the national airspace system2 7#c7 challenges to maintaining and replacing weather reporting systems1 including-- 7,a7 root causes of weather reporting system outages1 including failures of such systems1 and supporting systems such as telecommunications infrastructure2 and 7,b7 the degree to which such outages affect weather reporting in the national airspace system2 7#d7 mitigation measures to maintain aviation safety during such an outage2 and 7#e7 alternative means of obtaining weather elements at airports1 including wind direction1 wind speed1 barometric pressure setting1 and cloud coverage1 including visibility4 7c7 ,consultation ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall consult with the appropriate stakeholders and ,federal agencies involved in installing1 managing1 and supporting weather reporting systems in the national airspace system4 7d7 ,report 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress and the ,committee on ,science1 ,space1 and ,technology of the ,house of ,representatives a report describing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,recommendations ,the ,comptroller ,general shall include in the report submitted under paragraph 7#a7 recommendations for-- 7,a7 ways to improve the resiliency and redundancy of weather reporting systems2 7,b7 alternative means of compliance for obtaining weather elements at airports2 and 7,c7 if necessary1 changes to ,orders of the ,administration1 including the following3 7i7 ,surface ,weather ,observing1 ,joint ,order #gijj4e4 7ii7 ,notices to ,air ,missions1 ,joint ,order #gicj4b4 #cag4 ,,gao study on expansion of the ,,faa weather camera program 7a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on the feasibility and benefits and costs of expanding the ,weather ,camera ,program of the ,,faa to locations in the ,united ,states that lack weather camera services4 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall review-- 7#a7 the potential effects of the existing ,weather ,camera ,program on weather-related aviation accidents and flight interruptions2 7#b7 the potential benefits and costs associated with expanding the ,weather ,camera ,program2 7#c7 limitations on the real-time access of weather camera information by pilots and aircraft operators2 7#d7 non-safety related regulatory structures or barriers to the allowable use of weather camera information for the purposes of aircraft operations2 7#e7 limitations of existing weather camera systems at the time of the study2 7#f7 alternative sources of viable weather data2 7#g7 funding mechanisms for weather camera installation and operations2 and 7#h7 other considerations the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 7c7 ,report to congress ,not later than #bh months 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 #cah4 ,audit on aviation safety in era of wireless connectivity 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall initiate an audit of the ,,faa's internal processes and procedures to communicate the position of civil aviation operators and the safety of the national airspace system to the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration regarding proposed spectrum reallocations or auction decisions4 7b7 ,assessment ,in conducting the audit described in subsection 7a71 the inspector general shall assess best practices and policy recommendations for the ,,faa to-- 7#a7 improve internal processes by which proposed spectrum reallocations or auctions are thoroughly reviewed in advance to ensure that any comments or technical concerns regarding aviation safety from civil aviation stakeholders are communicated to the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration that are to be submitted to the ,federal ,communications ,commission2 7#b7 develop internal processes and procedures to assess the effects a proposed spectrum reallocation or auction may have on the national airspace system in a timely manner to ensure safety of the national airspace system2 7#c7 improve external communication processes to better inform civil aviation stakeholders1 including owners and operators of civil aircraft1 on any comments or technical concerns of the ,,faa relating to a proposed spectrum reallocation or auction that may impact the national airspace system2 and 7#d7 better communicate to the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration when a proposed spectrum reallocation or auction may pose a potential risk to aviation safety4 7c7 ,stakeholder views ,in conducting the audit pursuant to subsection 7a71 the inspector general shall consult with relevant stakeholders1 including-- 7#a7 air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 manufacturers of aircraft and aircraft components2 7#c7 wireless communication carriers2 7#d7 labor unions representing pilots2 7#e7 air traffic system safety specialists2 7#f7 other representatives of the communications industry2 7#g7 aviation safety experts2 7#h7 the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration2 and 7#i7 the ,federal ,communications ,commission4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date on which the audit is conducted pursuant to subsection 7a71 the inspector general shall complete and submit a report on findings and recommendations to-- 7#a7 the ,administrator2 7#b7 the appropriate committees of ,congress2 and 7#c7 the ,committee on ,energy and ,commerce of the ,house of ,representatives4 #cai4 ,safety data analysis for aircraft without transponders 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,chairman of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 shall collect and analyze data relating to accidents and incidents involving covered exempt aircraft that occurred within #cj nautical miles of an airport4 7b7 ,requirements ,the analysis required under subsection 7a7 shall include1 with respect to covered exempt aircraft1 a review of-- 7#a7 incident and accident data since #bjjf involving-- 7,a7 midair events1 including collisions2 7,b7 ground proximity warning system alerts2 7,c7 traffic collision avoidance system alerts2 or 7,d7 a loss of separation or near miss2 and 7#b7 the causes of the incidents and accidents described in paragraphs 7#a74 7c7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #cj months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the analysis required under subsection 7a7 and1 if applicable1 recommendations on how to reduce the number of incidents and accidents associated with such covered exempt aircraft4 7d7 ,covered exempt aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term covered exempt aircraft means aircraft1 balloons1 and gliders exempt from air traffic control transponder and altitude reporting equipment and use requirements under part #ia4bae7;b77#c7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cbj4 ,crash-resistant fuel systems in rotorcraft 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall task the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee to-- 7#a7 review the data analysis conducted and the recommendations developed by the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee ,rotorcraft ,occupant ,protection ,working ,group of the ,administration2 7#b7 update the #bjah report of such working group on rotorcraft occupant protection by-- 7,a7 reviewing ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board data from #bjaf through #bjbc on post-crash fires in helicopter accidents2 and 7,b7 determining whether and to what extent crash-resistant fuel systems could have prevented fatalities in the accidents covered by the data reviewed under subparagraph 7,a72 and 7#c7 develop recommendations for either the ,administrator or the helicopter industry to encourage helicopter owners and operators to expedite the installation of crash-resistant fuel systems in the aircraft of such owners and operators regardless of original certification and manufacture date4 7b7 ,schedule 7#a7 ,deadline ,not later than #ah months after the ,administrator tasks the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall submit the recommendations developed under subsection 7a77#b7 to the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,implementation ,if applicable1 and not later than #ahj days after receiving the recommendations under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 begin implementing1 as appropriate1 any safety recommendations the ,administrator receives from the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee1 and brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on any recommendations the ,administrator does not implement2 and 7,b7 partner with the ,united ,states ,helicopter ,safety ,team1 as appropriate1 to facilitate implementation of any recommendations for the helicopter industry pursuant to subsection 7a77#b74 #cba4 ,reducing turbulence-related injuries on part #aba aircraft operations 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review the recommendations made by the ,chair of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board to the ,administrator contained in the safety research report titled ,preventing ,turbulence-,related ,injuries in ,air ,carrier ,operations ,conducted ,under ,title #ad ,code of ,federal ,regulations ,part #aba1 issued on ,august #aj1 #bjba 7,,ntsb_/,,ss-#ba_/ja7 and provide a briefing to the appropriate committees of ,congress with any planned actions in response to the recommendations of the report4 7b7 ,implementation ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall implement1 as appropriate1 the recommendations in the safety research report described in subsection 7a74 7c7 ,report 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after completing the review under subsection 7a71 and every #b years thereafter1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the implementation status of the recommendations in the safety research report described in subsection 7a7 until the earlier of-- 7,a7 the date on which such recommendations have been adopted or adjudicated as described in paragraph 7#b72 or 7,b7 the date that is #aj years after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7#b7 ,contents ,if the ,administrator decides not to implement a recommendation in the safety research report described in subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall provide1 as a part of the report required under paragraph 7#a71 a description of why the ,administrator did not implement such recommendation4 #cbb4 ,study on radiation exposure 7a7 ,study ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall seek to enter into appropriate arrangements with the ,national ,academies of ,sciences1 ,engineering1 and ,medicine under which the ,national ,research ,council of the ,national ,academies shall conduct a study on radiation exposure to crewmembers onboard various aircraft types operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,scope of study ,in conducting the study under subsection 7a71 the ,national ,research ,council shall assess-- 7#a7 radiation concentrations in such aircraft at takeoff1 in-flight at high altitudes1 and upon landing2 7#b7 the health risks and impact of radiation exposure to crewmembers onboard aircraft operating at high altitudes2 and 7#c7 mitigation measures to prevent and reduce the health and safety impacts of radiation exposure to crewmembers4 7c7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #af months after the initiation of the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress the study conducted by the ,national ,research ,council pursuant to this section4 #cbc4 ,study on impacts of temperature in aircraft cabins 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall seek to enter into appropriate arrangements with the ,national ,academies of ,sciences1 ,engineering1 and ,medicine under which the ,national ,academies shall conduct a #a-year study on the health and safety impacts of unsafe cabin temperature with respect to passengers and crewmembers during each season in which the study is conducted4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study required under paragraph 7#a71 the ,national ,academies shall review existing standards produced by recognized industry organizations on safe air temperatures and humidity levels in enclosed environments1 including onboard aircraft1 and evaluate the validity of such standards as it relates to aircraft cabin temperatures4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in conducting the study required under paragraph 7#a71 the ,national ,academies shall consult with the ,civil ,aerospace ,medical ,institute of the ,,faa1 air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 relevant ,federal agencies1 and any applicable aviation labor organizations4 7b7 ,reports 7#a7 ,report to ,secretary ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the study under subsection 7a7 is completed1 the ,national ,academies shall submit to the ,secretary a report on the results of such study1 including any recommendations determined appropriate by the ,national ,academies4 7#b7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,national ,academies submits the report under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing the results of the study required under subsection 7a71 including any recommendations for further action determined appropriate by the ,secretary4 7c7 ,covered aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term covered aircraft means an aircraft operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cbd4 ,lithium-ion powered wheelchairs 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall task the ,air ,carrier ,access ,act ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 to conduct a review of regulations related to lithium-ion battery powered wheelchairs and mobility aids on commercial aircraft and provide recommendations to the ,secretary to ensure safe transport of such wheelchairs and mobility aids in air transportation4 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall consider the following3 7#a7 ,any existing or necessary standards for lithium-ion batteries1 including casings or other similar components1 in such wheelchairs and mobility aids4 7#b7 ,the availability of necessary containment or storage devices1 including fire containment covers or fire-resistant storage containers1 for such wheelchairs and mobility aids4 7#c7 ,the policies of each air carrier 7as such term is defined in part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 pertaining to lithium-ion battery powered wheelchairs and mobility aids 7as in effect on the date of enactment of this ,act74 7#d7 ,any other considerations the ,secretary determines appropriate4 7c7 ,consultation requirement ,in conducting the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall consult with the ,administrator of the ,pipeline and ,hazardous ,materials ,safety ,administration4 7d7 ,notification 7#a7 ,in general ,upon completion of the review conducted under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall notify the ,secretary if an air carrier does not have a policy pertaining to lithium-ion battery powered wheelchairs and mobility aids in effect4 7#b7 ,notification ,the ,secretary shall notify an air carrier described in paragraph 7#a7 of the status of such air carrier4 7e7 ,report to congress ,not later than #ij days after submission of the recommendations to the ,secretary1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress any recommendations under subsection 7a71 in the form of a report4 7f7 ,publication ,the ,secretary shall publish the report required under subsection 7e7 on the public website of the ,department of ,transportation4 #cbe4 ,national simulator program policies and guidance 7a7 ,review ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review relevant policies and guidance1 including all advisory circulars1 information bulletins1 and directives1 pertaining to part #fj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,updates ,upon completion of the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall1 at a minimum1 update relevant policies and guidance1 including all advisory circulars1 information bulletins1 and directives1 pertaining to part #fj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7c7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall convene and consult with entities required to comply with part #fj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 including representatives of-- 7#a7 air carriers2 7#b7 flight schools certificated under part #ada of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#c7 training centers certificated under part #adb of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#d7 manufacturers and suppliers of flight simulation training devices 7as defined in part #a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and ,appendix ,f to part #fj of such title74 7d7 ,,gao study on ,,faa ,national ,simulator ,program 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on the ,national ,simulator ,program of the ,,faa that is part of the ,training and ,simulation ,group of the ,air ,transportation ,division4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study required under paragraph 7#a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall1 at a minimum1 assess-- 7,a7 how the program described in paragraph 7#a7 is maintained to reflect and account for advancement in technologies pertaining to flight simulation training devices 7as defined in part #a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and appendix ,f to part #fj of such title72 7,b7 the staffing levels1 critical competencies1 and skills gaps of ,,faa personnel responsible for carrying out and supporting the program described in paragraph 7#a72 and 7,c7 how the program described in paragraph 7#a7 engages air carriers and relevant industry stakeholders1 including flight schools1 to ensure efficient compliance with part #fj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,report ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings of the study conducted under paragraph 7#a74 #cbf4 ,briefing on agricultural application approval timing ,not later than #bdj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the amount of time the application approval process takes for agricultural aircraft operations under part #acg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cbg4 ,sense of ,congress regarding safety and security of aviation infrastructure ,it is the sense of ,congress that aviation provides essential services critical to the ,united ,states economy and that it is important to ensure the safety and security of aviation infrastructure and protect such infrastructure from unlawful breaches with appropriate legal safeguards4 #cbh4 ,restricted category aircraft maintenance and operations ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 the ,administrator shall have sole regulatory and oversight jurisdiction over the maintenance and operations of aircraft owned by civilian operators and type-certificated in the restricted category under section #ba4be of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cbi4 ,aircraft interchange agreement limitations 7a7 ,study ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall conduct a study of foreign interchange agreements4 7b7 ,contents ,in carrying out the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall address the following3 7#a7 ,methods for updating regulations under part #aba4efi of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for foreign interchange agreements4 7#b7 ,time limits for foreign aircraft interchange agreements4 7#c7 ,minimum breaks between foreign aircraft interchange agreements4 7#d7 ,limits for no more than #a foreign aircraft interchange agreement between #b airlines4 7#e7 ,limits for no more than #b foreign aircraft on the interchange agreement4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the study required under subsection 7a74 7d7 ,rulemaking ,based on the results of the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may1 if appropriate1 update the relevant sections of part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #ccj4 ,task ,force on human factors in aviation safety 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and notwithstanding section #abg of the ,aircraft ,certification ,safety and ,accountability ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddeac note71 the ,administrator shall convene a task force on human factors in aviation safety 7in this section referred to as the ,task ,force74 7b7 ,composition 7#a7 ,members ,the ,administrator shall appoint members of the ,task ,force-- 7,a7 that have expertise in an operational or academic discipline that is relevant to the analysis of human errors in aviation1 which may include air carrier operations1 line pilot expertise1 air traffic control1 technical operations1 aeronautical information1 aircraft maintenance and mechanics psychology1 linguistics1 human-machine integration1 general aviation operations1 and organizational behavior and culture2 7,b7 that sufficiently represent all relevant operational or academic disciplines described in subparagraph 7,a72 7,c7 with expertise on human factors but whose experience and training are not in aviation and who have not previously been engaged in work related to the ,,faa or the aviation industry2 7,d7 that are representatives of pilot labor organizations and certificated mechanic labor organizations2 7,e7 that are employees of the ,,faa that have expertise in safety2 and 7,f7 that are employees of other ,federal agencies with expertise on human factors4 7#b7 ,number of members ,in appointing members under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that-- 7,a7 at least half of the members appointed have expertise in aviation2 7,b7 at least one member appointed represents an exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7,c7 #c members are employees of the ,,faa and #a member is an employee of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board4 7#c7 ,voting ,the members described in paragraph 7#b77;,c7 shall be non-voting members of the ,task ,force4 7c7 ,duration 7#a7 ,in general ,members of the ,task ,force shall be appointed for the duration of the ,task ,force4 7#b7 ,length of existence 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,task ,force shall have an initial duration of #b years4 7,b7 ,option ,the ,administrator may extend the duration of the ,task ,force for an additional period of up to #b years4 7d7 ,duties ,in coordination with the ,research1 ,engineering1 and ,development ,advisory ,committee1 the ,task ,force shall-- 7#a7 not later than the date on which the duration of the ,task ,force expires under subsection 7c71 produce a written report in which the ,task ,force-- 7,a7 to the greatest extent possible1 identifies the most significant human factors and the relative contribution of such factors to aviation safety risk2 7,b7 identifies new research priorities for research in human factors in aviation safety2 7,c7 reviews existing products by other working groups related to human factors in aviation safety including the work of the ,commercial ,aviation ,safety ,team pertaining to flight crew responses to abnormal events2 7,d7 provides recommendations on potential revisions to any ,,faa regulations and guidance pertaining to the certification of aircraft under part #be of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 including sections related to presumed pilot response times and assumptions about the reliability of pilot performance during unexpected1 stressful events2 7,e7 reviews rules1 regulations1 or standards regarding flight crew and maintenance personnel rest and fatigue that are used by a sample of international air carriers1 including rules1 regulations1 or standards determined to be more stringent and less stringent than the current standards pertaining to air carriers 7as such term is defined in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code71 and identifies risks to the national airspace system from any variation in such rules1 regulations1 or standards across countries2 7,f7 reviews pilot training requirements and recommends any revisions necessary to ensure adequate understanding of automated systems on aircraft2 7,g7 reviews approach and landing misalignment and makes any recommendations for reducing misalignment events2 7,h7 identifies ways to enhance instrument landing system maintenance schedules2 7,i7 determines how a real-time smart system should be developed to inform the air traffic control system1 air carriers1 and airports about any changes in the state of runway and taxiway lights and identifies how such real-time smart system could be connected to the maintenance system of the ,,faa2 7,j7 analyzes1 with respect to human errors related to aviation safety of air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations-- 7i7 fatigue and distraction during critical phases of work among pilots or other aviation personnel2 7ii7 tasks and workload2 7iii7 organizational culture2 7iv7 communication among personnel2 7v7 adherence to safety procedures2 7vi7 mental state of personnel2 and 7vii7 any other relevant factors that are the cause or potential cause of human error related to aviation safety2 7,k7 includes a tabulation of the number of accidents1 incidents1 or aviation safety database entries received in which an item identified under subparagraph 7,j7 was a cause or potential cause of human error related to aviation safety2 and 7,l7 includes a list of causes or potential causes of human error related to aviation safety about which the ,administrator believes additional information is needed2 and 7#b7 if the ,administrator extends the duration of the ,task ,force pursuant to subsection 7c77#b77;,b71 not later than the date that is #b years after the date on which the ,task ,force is established1 produce an interim report containing the information described in paragraph 7#a74 7e7 ,methodology ,in carrying out the duties under subparagraphs 7,j7 through 7,l7 of subsection 7d77#a71 the ,task ,force shall consult with the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board and use all available data compiled and analysis conducted on safety incidents and irregularities collected during the relevant fiscal year from the following3 7#a7 ,flight ,operations ,quality ,assurance4 7#b7 ,aviation ,safety ,action ,program4 7#c7 ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing4 7#d7 ,the ,aviation ,safety ,reporting ,system4 7#e7 ,aviation safety recommendations and investigation findings of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board4 7#f7 ,other relevant programs or sources4 7f7 ,consistency ,nothing in this section shall be construed to require changes to1 or duplication of1 work as required by section #abg of the ,aircraft ,certification ,safety and ,accountability ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddeac note74 #cca4 ,update of ,,faa standards to allow distribution and use of certain restricted routes and terminal procedures 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #i months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall update ,,faa standards to allow for the distribution and use of the ,capstone ,restricted ,routes and ,terminal ,procedures by ,wide ,area ,augmentation ,system-capable navigation equipment4 7b7 ,contents ,in updating standards under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that such standards provide a means for allowing modifications and continued development of new routes and procedures proposed by air carriers operating such routes4 #ccb4 ,,asos_/,,awos service report dashboard 7a7 ,in general ,the applicable ,administrators shall work in collaboration to collect the real-time service status of all automated surface observation systems_/automated weather observing systems 7in this section referred to as ,,asos_/,,awos74 7b7 ,availability of results 7#a7 ,in general ,in carrying out this section1 the applicable ,administrators shall make available on a publicly available website the following3 7,a7 ,the service status of all ,,asos_/,,awos4 7,b7 ,information on any actions to repair or replace ,,asos_/,,awos that are out of service due to technical or weather-related events1 including an estimated timeline to return the systems to service4 7,c7 ,a portal on such publicly available website for the public to report ,,asos_/,,awos outages4 7#b7 ,data files ,the applicable ,administrators shall make available the underlying data required under paragraph 7#a7 for each ,,asos_/,,awos in a machine-readable format4 7c7 ,applicable ,administrators ,in this section1 the term applicable ,administrators means-- 7#a7 the ,administrator of the ,,faa2 and 7#b7 the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration4 #ccc4 ,helicopter safety 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall task the ,investigative ,technologies ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 with reviewing and assessing the need for changes to the safety requirements related to flight data recorders1 flight data monitoring1 and terrain awareness and warning systems for turbine-powered rotorcraft certificated for #f or more passenger seats4 7b7 ,considerations ,in reviewing and assessing the safety requirements under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall consider-- 7#a7 any applicable safety recommendations of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board2 and 7#b7 the operational requirements and safety considerations for operations under parts #aba and #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7c7 ,report and recommendations ,not later than #a year after initiating the review and assessment under this section1 the ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator-- 7#a7 a report on the findings of the review and assessment under subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 any recommendations for legislative or regulatory action to improve safety that the ,committee determines appropriate4 7d7 ,briefing ,not later than #cj days after the date on which the ,committee submits the report under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on-- 7#a7 the findings and recommendations included in such report2 and 7#b7 any plan to implement such recommendations4 #ccd4 ,review and incorporation of human readiness levels into agency guidance material 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds that-- 7#a7 proper attention to human factors during the development of technological systems is a significant factor in minimizing or preventing human error2 7#b7 the evaluation of a new aviation technology or system with respect to human use throughout its design and development may reduce human error when such technologies and systems are used in operational conditions2 and 7#c7 the technical standard of the ,human ,factors and ,ergonomics ,society titled ,human ,readiness ,level ,scale in the ,system ,development ,process 7,,ansi_/,,hfes #djj-bjba7 defines the #i levels of a ,human ,readiness ,level scale and their application in systems engineering and human systems integration processes4 7b7 ,review ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate a process to review the technical standard described in subsection 7a77#c7 and determine whether any materials from such standard should be incorporated or referenced in agency procedures and guidance material in order to enhance safety in relation to human factors4 7c7 ,consultation ,in carrying out subsection 7b71 the ,administrator may consult with subject matter experts from the ,human ,factors and ,ergonomics ,society affiliated with such technical standard or other relevant stakeholders4 7d7 ,briefing ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress of the review required under subsection 7b74 #cce4 ,service difficulty reports 7a7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter through #bjbg1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on compliance with requirements relating to service difficulty reports during the preceding year4 7b7 ,scope ,the ,administrator shall include in the briefing required under subsection 7a7 information relating to-- 7#a7 operators required to comply with section #aba4gjc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 approval or certificate holders required to comply with section #ahc4fc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#c7 ,,faa offices that investigate service difficulty reports1 as documented in the following ,,faa ,orders 7and any subsequent revisions of such orders73 7,a7 ,,faa ,order #hijj4a;,a1 titled ,flight ,standards ,information ,management ,system and issued on ,october #bg1 #bjbb4 7,b7 ,,faa ,order #habj4bc;,a1 titled ,certificate ,management of ,production ,approval ,holders and issued on ,march #f1 #bjag4 7,c7 ,,faa ,order #haaj4ajg;,b1 titled ,monitor ,safety_/,analyze ,data and issued on ,october #ac1 #bjbc4 7c7 ,requirements ,the ,administrator shall include in the briefing required under subsection 7a7 the following information with respect to the year preceding the year in which the briefing is provided3 7#a7 ,an identification of categories of service difficulties reported4 7#b7 ,an identification of service difficulties for which repeated reports are made4 7#c7 ,a general description of the causes of all service difficulty reports1 as determined by the ,administrator4 7#d7 ,a description of actions taken by1 or required by1 the ,administrator to address identified causes of service difficulties4 7#e7 ,a description of violations of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 related to service difficulty reports and any actions taken by the ,administrator in response to such violations4 #ccf4 ,consistent and timely pilot checks for air carriers 7a7 ,establishment of working group ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 unless the requirements of this section are assigned to working groups under subsection 7b77#b71 the ,administrator shall establish a working group for purposes of reviewing and evaluating all regulations and policies related to check airmen and authorized check airmen for air carrier operations conducted under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,membership 7#a7 ,in general ,the working group established under this section shall include1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 employees of the ,,faa who serve as check airmen2 7,b7 representatives of air carriers operating under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,c7 industry associations representing such air carriers4 7#b7 ,existing working group ,the ,administrator may assign the duties described in subsection 7c7 to an existing ,,faa working group if-- 7,a7 such working group includes representatives from the list of required members under paragraph 7#a72 or 7,b7 the membership of such existing working group can be modified to include representatives from the list of required members under paragraph 7#a74 7c7 ,duties ,a working group shall review1 evaluate1 and make recommendations on the following3 7#a7 ,methods by which authorized check airmen for air carriers operating under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 are selected1 trained1 and approved by the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,staffing and utilization rates of authorized check airmen by such air carriers4 7#c7 ,differences in qualification standards applied to-- 7,a7 employees of the ,,faa who serve as check airmen2 and 7,b7 authorized check airmen of such air carriers4 7#d7 ,methods to harmonize the qualification standards between authorized check airmen and employees of the ,,faa who serve as check airmen4 7#e7 ,methods to improve the training and qualification of authorized check airmen4 7#f7 ,prior recommendations made by ,,faa advisory committees or working groups regarding check airmen functions4 7#g7 ,petitions for rulemaking submitted to the ,,faa regarding check airmen functions4 7d7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date on which the ,administrator tasks a working group with the duties described in subsection 7c71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress and recommendations of the working group and the efforts of the ,administrator to implement such recommendations4 7e7 ,authorized check airman defined ,in this section1 the term authorized check airman means an individual employed by an air carrier that meets the qualifications and training requirements of sections #ace4ccg and #ace4cci of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and is approved to evaluate and certify the knowledge and skills of pilots employed by such air carrier4 #ccg4 ,flight service stations ,section #ddead of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the item relating to such section in the analysis for chapter #dde of such title are repealed4 #cch4 ,tarmac operations monitoring study 7a7 ,in general ,the ,director of the ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics1 in consultation with relevant offices within the ,office of the ,secretary and the ,,faa 7as determined by the ,secretary71 shall conduct a study to explore the capture1 storage1 analysis1 and feasibility of monitoring ground source data at airports4 7b7 ,objectives ,the objectives of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 shall include the following3 7#a7 ,determining the current state of ground source data coverage at airports4 7#b7 ,understanding the technology requirements for monitoring ground movements at airports through sensors1 receivers1 or other technologies4 7#c7 ,conducting data collection through a pilot program established under subsection 7c7 and collecting ground-based tarmac delay statistics4 7#d7 ,performing an evaluation and feasibility analysis of potential system-level tarmac operations monitoring solutions4 7c7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,director shall establish a pilot program to collect data and develop ground-based tarmac delay statistics or other relevant statistics with respect to airports4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 include up to #f airports that the ,director determines reflect a diversity of factors1 including geography1 size1 and air traffic2 7,b7 terminate not more than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act2 and 7,c7 be subject to any guidelines issued by the ,director4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #d years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,director shall publish the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 and the pilot program established under subsection 7c7 on a publicly available website4 #cci4 ,improved safety in rural areas 7a7 ,in general ,section #cbb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note7 is amended to read as follows3 #cbb4 ,improved safety in rural areas 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall permit an air carrier operating pursuant to part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations-- 7#a7 to operate under instrument flight rules 7in this section referred to as ,,ifr7 to a destination in a noncontiguous ,state that has a published instrument approach but does not have a ,meteorological ,aerodrome ,report 7in this section referred to as ,,metar72 and 7#b7 to conduct an instrument approach at such destination if-- 7,a7 a current ,area ,forecast1 supplemented by noncertified destination weather observations 7such as weather cameras and other noncertified observations71 is available1 and1 at the time of departure1 the combination of the ,area ,forecast and noncertified observation indicates that weather is expected to be at or above approach minimums upon arrival2 7,b7 prior to commencing an approach1 the air carrier has a means to communicate to the pilot of the aircraft whether the destination weather observation is either at or above minimums for the approach to be flown2 and 7,c7 in the event the destination weather observation is below such minimums1 a suitable alternate airport that has a ,,metar is specified in the ,,ifr flight plan4 7b7 ,application template 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall develop an application template with standardized1 specific approval criteria to enable ,,faa inspectors to objectively evaluate the application of an air carrier to operate in the manner described in subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,requirements ,the template required under paragraph 7#a7 shall include a place in such template for an air carrier to describe-- 7,a7 how any non-certified human observations will be conducted2 and 7,b7 how such observations will be communicated-- 7i7 to air carriers prior to dispatch2 and 7ii7 to pilots prior to approach4 7#c7 ,response to application 7,a7 ,timeline ,the ,administrator shall ensure-- 7i7 that the ,administrator has the ability to respond to an application of an air carrier not later than #cj days after receipt of such application2 and 7ii7 in the event the ,administrator cannot respond within #cj days1 that the ,administrator informs the air carrier of the expected response time with respect to the application of the air carrier4 7,b7 ,rejection ,in the event that the ,administrator rejects an application of an air carrier1 the ,administrator shall inform the air carrier of the specific criteria that were the cause for rejection4 4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by this section shall take effect on the date that is #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act4 #cdj4 ,study on ,,faa use of mandatory ,equal ,access to ,justice ,act waivers 7a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on the use of waivers of rights by the ,administrator that may arise under section #ejd of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 or section #bdab of title #bh1 ,united ,states ,code1 as a condition for the settlement of any proceedings to amend1 modify1 suspend1 or revoke an airman certificate or to impose a civil penalty on a flight engineer1 mechanic1 pilot1 or repairman 7or an individual acting in the capacity of such engineer1 mechanic1 pilot1 or repairman74 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall consider-- 7#a7 the frequency of the use of waivers by the ,administrator described in this section2 7#b7 the benefits and consequences of the use of such waivers to both the ,administrator and the certificate holder2 and 7#c7 the effects of a prohibition on using such waivers4 7c7 ,cooperation with study ,the ,administrator shall cooperate with any requests for information by ,comptroller ,general to complete the study required under subsection 7a74 7d7 ,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 containing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 including recommendations for any legislation and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 #cda4 ,airport air safety ,the ,administrator shall seek to enter into appropriate arrangements with a qualified third-party entity to evaluate whether poor air quality inside the ,washington ,dulles ,international ,airport passenger terminal negatively affects passengers4 #cdb4 ,don ,young ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgde4 ,don ,young ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall redesignate the ,,faa ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative of the ,administration as the ,don ,young ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative 7in this section referred to as the ,initiative71 under which the ,administrator shall carry out the provisions of this section and take such other actions as the ,administrator determines appropriate to improve aviation safety in ,alaska and covered locations4 7b7 ,objective ,the objective of the ,initiative shall be to work cooperatively with aviation stakeholders and other stakeholders towards the goal of-- 7#a7 reducing the rate of fatal aircraft accidents in ,alaska and covered locations by #ij percent from #bjai to #bjcc2 and 7#b7 by ,january #a1 #bjcc1 eliminating fatal accidents of aircraft operated by an air carrier that operates under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7c7 ,leadership 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall designate the ,regional ,administrator for the ,alaskan ,region of the ,administration to serve as the ,director of the ,initiative4 7#b7 ,covered locations ,the ,administrator shall select a designee within the ,aviation ,safety ,organization to implement relevant requirements of this section in covered locations4 7#c7 ,reporting chain ,in all matters relating to the ,initiative1 the ,director of the ,initiative shall report directly to the ,administrator4 7#d7 ,coordination ,the ,director of the ,initiative shall coordinate with the heads of other offices and lines of business of the ,administration1 including the other regional administrators1 to carry out the ,initiative4 7d7 ,automated weather systems 7#a7 ,requirement ,the ,administrator shall ensure1 to the greatest extent practicable1 that a covered automated weather system is installed and operated at each covered airport not later than ,december #ca1 #bjcj4 7#b7 ,waiver ,in complying with the requirement under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator may waive any positive benefit-cost ratio requirement for the installation and operation of a covered automated weather system4 7#c7 ,prioritization ,in developing the installation timeline of a covered automated weather system at a covered airport pursuant to this subsection1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 coordinate and consult with the governments with jurisdiction over ,alaska and covered locations1 covered airports1 air carriers operating in ,alaska or covered locations1 private pilots based in ,alaska or a covered location1 and such other members of the aviation community in ,alaska or covered locations2 and 7,b7 prioritize early installation at covered airports that would enable the greatest number of instrument flight rule operations by air carriers operating under part #aba or #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#d7 ,reliability 7,a7 ,in general ,pertaining to both ,federal and non-,federal systems in ,alaska1 the ,administrator shall be responsible for ensuring-- 7i7 the reliability of covered automated weather systems2 and 7ii7 the availability of weather information from such systems4 7,b7 ,specifications ,the ,administrator shall establish data availability and equipment reliability specifications for covered automated weather systems4 7,c7 ,system reliability and restoration plan ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish an automated weather system reliability and restoration plan for ,alaska4 ,such plan shall document the ,administrator's strategy for ensuring covered automated weather system reliability1 including the availability of weather information from such system1 and for restoring service in as little time as possible4 7,d7 ,telecommunications or other failures ,if a covered automated weather system in ,alaska is unable to broadly disseminate weather information due to a telecommunications failure or a failure other than an equipment failure1 the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to restore the full functionality and connectivity of the covered automated weather system4 ,the ,administrator shall take actions under this subparagraph with the same urgency as the ,administrator would take an action to repair a covered automated weather system equipment failure or data fidelity issue4 7,e7 ,reliability data ,in tabulating data relating to the operational status of covered automated weather systems 7including individually or collectively71 the ,administrator may not consider a covered automated weather system that is functioning nominally but is unable to broadly disseminate weather information telecommunications failure or a failure other than an equipment failure as functioning reliably4 7#e7 ,inventory 7,a7 ,maintenance improvements 7i7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 the ,administrator shall identify and implement reasonable alternative actions to improve maintenance of ,,faa-owned weather observing systems that experience frequent service outages1 including associated surface communication outages1 at covered airports4 7ii7 ,spare parts availability ,the actions identified by the ,administrator in clause 7i7 shall improve spare parts availability1 including consideration of storage of more spare parts in the region in which the systems are located4 7,b7 ,notice of outages ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 the ,administrator shall update ,,faa ,order #gicj4b ,notices to ,air ,missions1 or any successive order1 to incorporate weather system outages for automated weather observing systems and automated surface observing systems associated with ,service ,a ,outages at covered airports4 7#f7 ,visual weather observation system 7,a7 ,deployment ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to-- 7i7 deploy visual weather observation systems2 7ii7 ensure that such systems are capable of meeting the definition of a covered automated weather system in ,alaska2 and 7iii7 develop standard operation specifications for visual weather operation systems4 7,b7 ,modification of specifications ,upon the request of an aircraft operator1 the ,administrator shall issue or modify the standard operation specifications for visual weather observation systems developed under subparagraph 7,a7 to allow such systems to be used to satisfy the requirements for supplemental noncertified local weather observations under section #cbb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed74 7e7 ,weather cameras 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,director shall continuously assess the state of the weather camera systems in ,alaska and covered locations to ensure the operational sufficiency and reliability of such systems4 7#b7 ,applications ,the ,director shall-- 7,a7 accept applications from persons to install weather cameras2 and 7,b7 consult with the governments with jurisdiction over ,alaska and covered locations1 covered airports1 air carriers operating in ,alaska or covered locations1 private pilots based in ,alaska or covered locations1 and such other members of the aviation community in ,alaska and covered locations as the ,administrator determines appropriate to solicit additional locations at which to install and operate weather cameras4 7#c7 ,presumption ,unless the ,director has clear and compelling evidence to the contrary1 the ,director shall presume that the installation of a weather camera at a covered airport in ,alaska1 or that is recommended by a government with jurisdiction over a covered location1 is cost beneficial and will improve aviation safety4 7f7 ,cooperation with other agencies ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator shall cooperate with the heads of other ,federal or ,state agencies with responsibilities affecting aviation safety in ,alaska and covered locations1 including the collection and dissemination of weather data4 7g7 ,surveillance and communication 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,director shall take such actions as may be necessary to-- 7,a7 encourage and incentivize the equipage of aircraft that operate under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 with automatic dependent surveillance and broadcast out equipment2 and 7,b7 improve aviation surveillance and communications in ,alaska and covered locations4 7#b7 ,requirement ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjcj1 the ,administrator shall ensure that automatic dependent surveillance and broadcast coverage is available at #e1jjj feet above ground level throughout each covered location and ,alaska4 7#c7 ,waiver ,the ,administrator shall waive any positive benefit-cost ratio requirement for-- 7,a7 the installation and operation of equipment and facilities necessary to implement the requirement under paragraph 7#b72 and 7,b7 the provision of additional ground-based transmitters for automatic dependent surveillance-broadcasts to provide a minimum operational network in ,alaska along major flight routes4 7#d7 ,service areas ,the ,director shall continuously identify additional automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast service areas in which the deployment of automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast receivers and equipment would improve aviation safety4 7h7 ,other projects ,the ,director shall continue to build upon other initiatives recommended in the reports of the ,,faa ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative of the ,administration published before the date of enactment of this section4 7i7 ,annual report 7#a7 ,in general ,beginning on the date that is #a year after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate a report on the ,initiative1 including an itemized description of how the ,administration budget meets the goals of the ,initiative4 7#b7 ,stakeholder comments ,the ,director shall append stakeholder comments1 organized by topic1 to each report submitted under paragraph 7#a7 in the same manner as appendix #c of the report titled ,,faa ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative ,,fy#ba ,final ,report1 dated ,september #cj1 #bjba4 7j7 ,funding 7#a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh-- 7,a7 the ,administrator may1 upon application from the government with jurisdiction over a covered airport and in coordination with the ,state or territory in which a covered airport is located1 use amounts apportioned under subsection 7d77#b77;,b7 or subsection 7e7 of section #dgaad to carry out the ,initiative2 or 7,b7 the sponsor of a covered airport that receives an apportionment under subsection 7d77#b77;,a7 or subsection 7e7 of section #dgaad may use such apportionment for any purpose contained in this section4 7#b7 ,supplemental funding ,out of amounts made available under section #ajf7k7 and section #dhaja1 not more than a total of #be1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh is authorized to be expended to carry out the ,initiative4 7k7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered airport ,the term covered airport means an airport in ,alaska or a covered location that is included in the national plan of integrated airport systems required under section #dgajc and that has a status other than unclassified in such plan4 7#b7 ,covered automated weather system ,the term covered automated weather system means an automated or visual weather reporting facility that enables a pilot to begin an instrument procedure approach to an airport under section #ia4ajci or #ace4bbe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,covered location ,the term covered location means ,hawaii1 ,puerto ,rico1 ,american ,samoa1 ,guam1 the ,northern ,mariana ,islands1 and the ,virgin ,islands4 7l7 ,conformity ,the ,administrator shall conduct all activities required under this section in conformity with section #ddgbj4 4 7b7 ,remote positions ,section #djabb7;g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#g7 ,remote positions 7,a7 ,in general ,if the ,administrator determines that a covered position has not been filled after multiple vacancy announcements and that there are unique circumstances affecting the ability of the ,administrator to fill such position1 the ,administrator may consider1 in consultation with the appropriate labor union1 applicants for the covered position who apply under a vacancy announcement recruiting from the ,state or territory in which the position is based4 7,b7 ,covered position defined ,in this paragraph1 the term covered position means a safety-critical position1 to include personnel located at contract towers1 based in ,alaska1 ,hawaii1 ,puerto ,rico1 ,american ,samoa1 ,guam1 the ,northern ,mariana ,islands1 and the ,virgin ,islands4 4 7c7 ,,gao study on ,alaska aviation safety 7#a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study to-- 7,a7 examine the effectiveness of the ,don ,young ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative to improve aviation safety1 service1 and infrastructure2 and 7,b7 identify challenges within the ,,faa to accomplishing safety improvements carried out under such ,initiative4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing-- 7,a7 the findings of the study under paragraph 7#a72 and 7,b7 recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 7d7 ,runway length ,the ,administrator-- 7#a7 may not restrict funding made available under chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 from being used at an airport in ,alaska to rehabilitate1 resurface1 or reconstruct the full length and width of an existing runway within ,alaska based solely on reduced current or forecasted aeronautical activity levels or critical design type standards2 7#b7 may not reject requests for runway projects at airports in ,alaska if such projects address critical community needs1 including projects-- 7,a7 that support economic development by expanding a runway to meet new demands2 or 7,b7 that preserve the length of runways used by aircraft to deliver necessary cargo1 including heating fuel and gasoline1 for the community served by the airport2 and 7#c7 shall1 not later than #fj days after receiving a request for a runway rehabilitation or reconstruction project at an airport in ,alaska1 review each such request on a case-by-case basis4 7e7 ,implementation of ,,ntsb recommendations 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to implement ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board recommendations ,a-#bb-be and ,a-#bb-bf 7as contained in ,aviation ,investigation ,report ,,air-#bb-ji1 adopted ,november #af1 #bjbb74 7#b7 ,coordination ,in taking actions under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall coordinate with the ,state of ,alaska1 airports in ,alaska1 air carriers operating in ,alaska1 private pilots 7including tour operators7 based in ,alaska1 and such other members of the ,alaska aviation community or other stakeholders as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7f7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgde4 ,don ,young ,alaska ,aviation ,safety ,initiative4 4 #cdc4 ,accountability and compliance 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddgjd7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 ,submission of data ,when an applicant submits design data to the ,administrator for a finding of compliance as part of an application for a type certificate1 the applicant shall certify to the ,administrator that-- 7,a7 the submitted design data demonstrates compliance with the applicable airworthiness standards2 and 7,b7 any airworthiness standards not complied with are compensated for by factors that provide an equivalent level of safety1 as agreed upon by the ,administrator4 4 7b7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing on the implementation of the certification requirement added by the amendment made by subsection 7a74 #cdd4 ,changed product rule reform 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to revise section #ba4aja of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to achieve the following objectives3 7#a7 ,for any significant design change1 as determined by the ,administrator1 to require that the exception related to impracticality under subsection 7b77#c7 of such section from the requirement to comply with the latest amendments of the applicable airworthiness standards in effect on the date of application for the change be approved only after providing public notice and opportunity to comment on such exception4 7#b7 ,to ensure appropriate documentation of any exception or exemption from airworthiness requirements in title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 as in effect on the date of application for the change4 7b7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing on the implementation by the ,,faa of the recommendations of the ,changed ,product ,rule ,international ,authorities ,working ,group1 established for purposes of carrying out the requirements of section #aag of the ,aircraft ,certification1 ,safety1 and ,accountability ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjd note71 including recommendations on harmonized changes and reforms regarding the impractical exception4 7c7 ,final rule ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule based on the notice of proposed rulemaking issued under subsection 7a74 7d7 ,annual report ,beginning in #bjbe and annually thereafter through #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress an annual report detailing the number of all significant design change exceptions approved and denied under paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 of section #ba4aja7;b7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cde4 ,administrative authority for civil penalties ,section #dfcja7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#d7 by striking subparagraph 7,a7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 the amount in controversy is more than-- 7i7 #djj1jjj if the violation was committed by any person other than an individual or small business concern before the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd2 7ii7 #ej1jjj if the violation was committed by an individual or small business concern before the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd2 7iii7 #a1bjj1jjj if the violation was committed by a person other than an individual or small business concern on or after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd2 or 7iv7 #ajj1jjj if the violation was committed by an individual on or after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd2 2 and 7#b7 by striking paragraph 7#h7 and inserting the following3 7#h7 ,the maximum civil penalty the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration1 ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 or ,board may impose under this subsection is-- 7,a7 #djj1jjj if the violation was committed by a person other than an individual or small business concern before the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd2 7,b7 #ej1jjj if the violation was committed by an individual or small business concern before the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd2 7,c7 #a1bjj1jjj if the violation was committed by a person other than an individual or small business concern on or after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd2 or 7,d7 #ajj1jjj if the violation was committed by an individual on or after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd4 4 #cdf4 ,study on airworthiness standards compliance 7a7 ,study ,the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center to conduct a study1 in consultation with appropriate aviation safety engineers of the ,,faa1 on the occurrences and potential consequences of a transport airplane design found to not comply with applicable airworthiness standards4 7b7 ,scope ,in conducting the study pursuant to subsection 7a71 the federally funded research and development center shall identify each final airworthiness directive issued by the ,,faa or another civil aviation authority-- 7#a7 applicable to transport airplanes during the #aj-year period prior to the date of enactment of this ,act2 and 7#b7 to address an unsafe condition resulting from an approved design that was noncompliant with an applicable airworthiness standard4 7c7 ,requirements ,for each such airworthiness directive identified under subsection 7b71 the federally funded research and development center shall examine-- 7#a7 the airworthiness standard with which the transport airplane failed to comply2 7#b7 the resulting unsafe condition and whether such condition resulted in an accident2 7#c7 the methods by which the noncompliance was discovered and brought to the attention of the ,,faa or another civil aviation authority1 to the extent such methods can be identified2 7#d7 an analysis of the method used by the applicant to show compliance during the certification process and whether other compliance methods may have reasonably identified the noncompliance during the certification process2 7#e7 the date of approval of the relevant type design and the date of issuance of the airworthiness directive2 7#f7 any corrective action mandated to address the identified unsafe condition2 7#g7 the period of time specified for the incorporation of the corrective action1 during which the affected transport airplanes were allowed to operate before the unsafe condition was corrected2 and 7#h7 the total cost of compliance estimated in the final rule adopting the airworthiness directive4 7d7 ,coordination ,in conducting the study under subsection 7a71 the federally funded research and development center shall coordinate with1 and solicit comments from-- 7#a7 transport category aircraft manufacturers2 and 7#b7 employees of the ,administration1 including the official bargaining representative of aircraft certification services engineers and of aviation safety engineers under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 involved in developing airworthiness directives1 as necessary4 7e7 ,report to ,congress ,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 that includes-- 7#a7 the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a72 7#b7 actions the ,administrator determines necessary to improve safety as a result of the findings under subsection 7a7 and any root causes of an unsafe condition that were identified2 7#c7 the comments solicited under subsection 7d72 and 7#d7 any other recommendations for legislative or administrative action determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,air carrier2 foreign air carrier ,the terms air carrier and foreign air carrier have the meanings given such terms in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,transport airplane ,the term transport airplane means a transport category airplane designed for operation by an air carrier or foreign air carrier type-certificated with a passenger seating capacity of #cj or more or an all-cargo or combi derivative4 #cdg4 ,zero tolerance for near misses1 runway incursions1 and surface safety risks 7a7 ,policy 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dgaja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#b7 through 7#ac7 as paragraphs 7#c7 through 7#ad71 respectively2 and 7,b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#a7 the following3 7#b7 that projects1 activities1 and actions that prevent runway incursions serve to-- 7,a7 improve airport surface surveillance2 and 7,b7 mitigate surface safety risks that are essential to ensuring the safe operation of the airport and airway system2 4 7#b7 ,conforming amendments ,section #dgaja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in subsection 7g7 by striking subsection 7a77#e7 and inserting subsection 7a77#f72 and 7,b7 in subsection 7h7 by striking subsection 7a77#f7 and inserting subsection 7a77#g74 7#c7 ,continuous evaluation ,in carrying out section #dgaja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by this subsection1 the ,administrator shall establish a process to continuously track and evaluate ground traffic and air traffic activity and related incidents at airports4 7b7 ,runway safety council 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish a council1 to be known as the ,runway ,safety ,council 7in this section referred to as the ,council71 to develop a systematic management strategy to address airport surface safety risks4 7#b7 ,duties ,the duties of the ,council shall include1 at a minimum1 advancing the development of risk-based1 data driven1 integrated systems solutions and strategies to enhance airport surface safety risk mitigation4 7#c7 ,membership 7,a7 ,in general ,in establishing the ,council1 the ,administrator shall appoint at least #a member from each of the following3 7i7 ,airport operators4 7ii7 ,air carriers4 7iii7 ,aircraft operators4 7iv7 ,avionics manufacturers4 7v7 ,flight schools4 7vi7 ,the exclusive collective bargaining representative of aviation safety professionals for the ,,faa certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7vii7 ,the exclusive bargaining representative of the air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7viii7 ,other safety experts the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7,b7 ,additional members ,the ,administrator may appoint members representing any other stakeholder organization that the ,administrator determines appropriate to the ,runway ,safety ,council4 7c7 ,airport surface safety technologies 7#a7 ,identification ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall1 in coordination with the ,council1 consult with relevant stakeholders to identify technologies1 equipment1 systems1 and process changes1 that-- 7,a7 may provide airport surface surveillance capabilities at airports lacking such capabilities2 7,b7 may augment existing airport surface detection and surveillance system2 or 7,c7 may improve onboard situational awareness for flight crewmembers1 including technologies for use in an aircraft that-- 7i7 reduce the risk of collision on the runway with other aircraft or vehicles2 7ii7 calculate safe landing distances2 and 7iii7 prompt actions to bring the aircraft to a safe stop4 7#b7 ,criteria ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 based on the information obtained pursuant to paragraph 7#a77;,a7 and 7#a77;,b71 identify airport surface detection and surveillance systems that meet the standards of the ,,faa and may be able to-- 7i7 provide airport surface surveillance capabilities at airports lacking such capabilities2 or 7ii7 augment existing airport surface detection and surveillance systems1 such as ,airport ,surface ,detection ,system--,model ,x or the ,airport ,surface ,surveillance ,capability2 7,b7 establish a timeline and action plan for replacing1 maintaining1 or enhancing the operational capability provided by existing airport surface detection and surveillance systems1 and implementing runway safety technologies at airports without airport surface detection and surveillance systems1 as needed1 to improve runway safety2 7,c7 based on the information obtained pursuant to paragraph 7#a77;,c71 identify safety technologies and systems in transport airplanes that meet the standards of the ,,faa that will-- 7i7 enhance runway safety for transport airplanes that lack the capabilities of such technologies and systems1 as appropriate2 or 7ii7 augment existing onboard situational awareness runway traffic alerting and runway landing safety technologies installed on transport airplanes2 and 7,d7 establish clear and quantifiable criteria relating to operational factors1 including ground traffic and air traffic activity and the rate of runway and terminal airspace safety events 7including runway incursions71 that determine when the installation and deployment of an airport surface detection or surveillance system1 or other runway safety system 7including runway status lights71 at an airport is required4 7#c7 ,deployment ,not later than #e years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall ensure that airport surface detection and surveillance systems are deployed and operational at-- 7,a7 all airports described in paragraph 7#b77;,a72 and 7,b7 all medium and large hub airports4 7#d7 ,briefing ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress of the deployment described in paragraph 7#c74 7d7 ,foreign object debris detection 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall assess1 in coordination with the ,council1 automated foreign object debris monitoring and detection systems at not less than #c airports that are using such systems4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the assessment under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consider the following3 7,a7 ,the categorization of an airport4 7,b7 ,the potential frequency of foreign object debris incidents on airport runways or adjacent ramp areas4 7,c7 ,the availability of funding for the installation and maintenance of foreign object debris monitoring and detection systems4 7,d7 ,the impact of such systems on the airfield operations of an airport4 7,e7 ,the effectiveness of available foreign object debris monitoring and detection systems4 7,f7 ,any other factors relevant to assessing the return on investment of foreign object debris monitoring and detection systems4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in carrying out this subsection1 the ,administrator and the ,council shall consult with manufacturers and suppliers of foreign object debris detection technology and any other relevant stakeholders4 7e7 ,runway safety study 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into appropriate arrangements with a federally funded research and development center to conduct a study of runway incursions1 airport surface incidents1 operational errors1 or losses of standard separation of aircraft in the approach or departure phase of flight to determine how advanced technologies and future airport development projects may be able to reduce the frequency of such events and enhance aviation safety4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study under paragraph 7#a71 the federally funded research and development center shall-- 7,a7 examine data relating to recurring runway incursions1 surface incidents1 operational errors1 or losses of standard separation of aircraft in the approach or departure phase of flight at airports to identify the underlying factors that caused such events2 7,b7 assess metrics used to identify when such events are increasing at an airport2 7,c7 assess available and developmental technologies1 including and beyond such technologies considered in subsection 7c71 that may augment existing air traffic management capabilities of surface surveillance and terminal airspace equipment2 7,d7 consider growth trends in airport size1 staffing and communication complexities to identify-- 7i7 future gaps in information exchange between aerospace stakeholders2 and 7ii7 methods for meeting future near real-time information sharing needs2 and 7,e7 examine airfield safety training programs used by airport tenants and other stakeholders operating on airfields of airports1 including airfield familiarization training programs for employees1 to assess scalability to handle future growth in airfield capacity and traffic4 7#c7 ,recommendations ,in conducting the study required by paragraph 7#a71 the federally funded research and development center shall develop recommendations for the strategic planning efforts of the ,administration to appropriately maintain surface safety considering future increases in air traffic and based on the considerations described in paragraph 7#b74 7#d7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #ij days after the completion of the study required by paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings of such study and any recommendations developed under paragraph 7#c74 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,air carrier2 foreign air carrier ,the terms air carrier and foreign air carrier have the meanings given such terms in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,airport surface detection and surveillance system ,the term airport surface detection and surveillance system means an airport surveillance system that is-- 7,a7 designed to track surface movement of aircraft and vehicles2 or 7,b7 capable of alerting air traffic controllers or flight crewmembers of a possible runway incursion1 misaligned approach1 or other safety event4 7#c7 ,transport airplane ,the term transport airplane means a transport category airplane designed for operation by an air carrier or foreign air carrier jet type-certificated with a passenger seating capacity of at least #aj seats or a maximum takeoff weight above #ab1ejj pounds or an all-cargo or combi derivative of such an airplane4 #cdh4 ,improvements to ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing ,program 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall implement improvements to the ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing ,program with respect to safety data sharing and risk mitigation4 7b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify methods to increase the rate at which data is collected1 processed1 and analyzed to expeditiously share safety intelligence2 7#b7 develop predictive capabilities to anticipate emerging safety risks2 7#c7 identify methods to improve shared data environments with external stakeholders2 7#d7 establish a robust process for prioritizing requests for safety information2 7#e7 establish guidance to encourage regular safety inspector review of non-confidential aviation safety and performance data2 7#f7 identify industry segments not yet included and conduct outreach to such industry segments to increase the rate of participation1 including-- 7,a7 general aviation2 7,b7 air transportation and commercial aviation2 7,c7 rotorcraft operations2 7,d7 air ambulance operations2 and 7,e7 aviation maintenance2 7#g7 establish processes for obtaining and analyzing comprehensive and aggregate data for new and future industry segments2 and 7#h7 integrate safety data from unmanned aircraft system operators1 as appropriate4 7c7 ,implementation ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 prioritize production-ready configurable solutions over custom development1 as appropriate1 to support ,,faa critical aviation safety programs2 and 7#b7 ensure that adequate market research is completed in accordance with ,,faa acquisition management system requirements1 including appropriate demonstrations of proposed solutions1 as part of the evaluation criteria4 7d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed-- 7#a7 to require the ,administrator to share confidential or proprietary information and data to safety inspectors for purposes of enforcement2 or 7#b7 to limit the applicability of section #ddgce of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to the ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing ,program4 7e7 ,briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and every #f months thereafter until the improvements under subsection 7a7 are made1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress of implementation of the ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing ,program1 including-- 7#a7 an assessment of the progress of the ,,faa toward achieving milestones for such program identified by the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation and the ,special ,committee to ,review ,,faa ,aircraft ,certification ,reports2 7#b7 a description of the plan to use appropriate deployable commercial solutions to assist the ,,faa in meeting such milestones2 7#c7 steps taken to make improvements under subsection 7b72 and 7#d7 a summary of the efforts of the ,,faa to address gaps in safety data provided from any of the industry segments described in subsection 7b77#f74 #cdi4 ,instructions for continued airworthiness aviation rulemaking committee 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review1 and develop findings and recommendations regarding1 instructions for continued airworthiness 7as described in section #ba4ej of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations71 and provide to the ,administrator a report on such findings and recommendations and for other related purposes as determined by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,composition ,the aviation rulemaking committee established pursuant to subsection 7a7 shall consist of members appointed by the ,administrator1 including representatives of-- 7#a7 holders of type certificates 7as described in subpart ,b of part #ba1 title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 7#b7 holders of production certificates 7as described in subpart ,g of part #ba1 title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 7#c7 holders of parts manufacturer approvals 7as described in subpart ,k of part #ba1 title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 7#d7 holders of technical standard order authorizations 7as described in subpart ,o of part #ba1 title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 7#e7 operators under parts #aba1 #abe1 or #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#f7 holders of repair station certificates 7as described in section #ade of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 that are not also type certificate holders as included under paragraph 7#a71 production certificate holders as included under paragraph 7#b71 or aircraft operators as included under paragraph 7#e7 7or associated with any such entities72 7#g7 the certified bargaining representative of aviation safety inspectors and engineers for the ,administration2 7#h7 general aviation operators2 7#i7 mechanics certificated under part #fe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#aj7 holders of supplemental type certificates 7as described in subpart ,e of part #ba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 7#aa7 designated engineering representatives employed by repair stations described in paragraph 7#f72 and 7#ab7 aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of instructions for continued airworthiness policies and regulations4 7c7 ,considerations ,the aviation rulemaking committee established pursuant to subsection 7a7 shall consider-- 7#a7 existing standards1 regulations1 certifications1 assessments1 and guidance related to instructions for continued airworthiness and the clarity of such standards1 regulations1 certifications1 assessments1 and guidance to all parties2 7#b7 the sufficiency of safety data used in preparing instructions for continued airworthiness2 7#c7 the sufficiency of maintenance data used in preparing instructions for continued airworthiness2 7#d7 the protection of proprietary information and intellectual property in instructions for continued airworthiness2 7#e7 the availability of instructions for continued airworthiness1 as needed1 for maintenance activities2 7#f7 the need to harmonize or deconflict proposed and existing regulations with other ,federal regulations1 guidance1 and policies2 7#g7 international collaboration1 where appropriate and consistent with the interests of safety in air commerce and national security1 with other civil aviation authorities1 international aviation and standards organizations1 and any other appropriate entities2 and 7#h7 any other matter the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7d7 ,duties ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a copy of the aviation rulemaking committee report under subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 not later than #ahj days after the date of submission of the report under paragraph 7#a71 initiate a rulemaking activity or make such policy and guidance updates necessary to address any consensus recommendations reached by the aviation rulemaking committee established pursuant to subsection 7a71 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 #cej4 ,secondary cockpit barriers 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review and develop findings and recommendations to require installation of a secondary cockpit barrier on commercial passenger aircraft operated under the provisions of part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 that are not captured under another regulation or proposed regulation4 7b7 ,membership ,the ,administrator shall appoint a chair and members of the rulemaking committee convened under subsection 7a71 which shall be comprised of at least #a representative from the constituencies of-- 7#a7 mainline air carriers2 7#b7 regional air carriers2 7#c7 aircraft manufacturers2 7#d7 passenger aircraft pilots represented by a labor group2 7#e7 flight attendants represented by a labor group2 7#f7 airline passengers2 and 7#g7 other stakeholders the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7c7 ,considerations ,the aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection 7a7 shall consider-- 7#a7 minimum dimension requirements for secondary barriers on all aircraft types operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 secondary barrier performance standards manufacturers and air carriers must meet for such aircraft types2 7#c7 the availability of certified secondary barriers suitable for use on such aircraft types2 7#d7 the development1 certification1 testing1 manufacturing1 installation1 and training for secondary barriers for such aircraft types2 7#e7 flight duration and stage length2 7#f7 the location of lavatories on such aircraft as related to operational complexities2 7#g7 operational complexities2 7#h7 any risks to safely evacuate passengers of such aircraft2 and 7#i7 other considerations the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7d7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #ab months after the convening of the aviation rulemaking committee described in subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report based on the findings and recommendations of the aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection 7a71 including-- 7#a7 if applicable1 any dissenting positions on the findings and the rationale for each position2 and 7#b7 any disagreements with the recommendations1 including the rationale for each disagreement and the reasons for the disagreement4 7e7 ,installation of secondary cockpit barriers of existing aircraft ,not later than #cf months after the date of the submission of the report under subsection 7d71 the ,administrator shall1 taking into consideration the final reported findings and recommendations of the aviation rulemaking committee1 issue a final rule requiring installation of a secondary cockpit barrier on each commercial passenger aircraft operated under the provisions of part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cea4 ,part #ace duty and rest 7a7 ,part #ia tail-end ferry rulemaking ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall require that any operation conducted by a flight crewmember during an assigned duty period under the operational control of an operator holding a certificate under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 before1 during1 or after the duty period 7including any operations under part #ia of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations71 without an intervening rest period1 shall count towards the flight time and duty period limitations of such flight crewmember under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,record keeping ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall update any ,administration policy and guidance regarding complete and accurate record keeping practices for operators holding a certificate under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 in order to properly document1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 flight crew assignments2 7#b7 flight crew prospective rest notifications2 7#c7 compliance with flight and duty times limitations and post-duty rest requirements2 and 7#d7 duty period start and end times4 7c7 ,safety management system oversight ,the ,administrator1 in performing oversight of the safety management system of an operator holding a certificate under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 following the implementation of the final rule issued based on the final rule titled ,safety ,management ,systems1 and published on ,april #bf1 #bjbd 7#hi ,fed4 ,reg4 #ccjfh71 shall ensure such operator is evaluating and appropriately mitigating aviation safety risks1 including1 at minimum1 risks associated with-- 7#a7 inadequate flight crewmember duty and rest periods2 and 7#b7 incomplete records pertaining to flight crew rest1 duty1 and flight times4 7d7 ,organ transportation flights ,in updating guidance and policy pursuant to subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall consider and allow for appropriate accommodations1 including accommodations related to subsections 7b77#b7 and 7b77#d7 for operators-- 7#a7 performing organ transportation operations2 and 7#b7 who have in place a means by which to identify and mitigate risks associated with flight crew duty and rest4 #ceb4 ,flight data recovery from overwater operations 7a7 ,flight data recovery from overwater operations ,chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgdf4 ,flight data recovery from overwater operations 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall complete a rulemaking proceeding to require that1 not later than #e years after the date of enactment of this section1 all applicable aircraft are-- 7#a7 fitted with a means1 in the event of an accident1 to recover mandatory flight data parameters in a manner that does not require the underwater retrieval of the cockpit voice recorder or flight data recorder2 7#b7 equipped with a tamper-resistant method to broadcast sufficient information to a ground station to establish the location where an applicable aircraft terminates flight as the result of such an event2 and 7#c7 equipped with an airframe low-frequency underwater locating device that functions for at least #ij days and that can be detected by appropriate equipment4 7b7 ,applicable aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term applicable aircraft means an aircraft manufactured on or after ,january #a1 #bjbh1 that is-- 7#a7 operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 required by regulation to have a cockpit voice recorder and a flight data recorder2 and 7#c7 used in extended overwater operations4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgdf4 ,flight data recovery from overwater operations4 4 #cec4 ,ramp worker safety call to action 7a7 ,call to action ramp worker safety review ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate a ,call to ,action safety review of airport ramp worker safety and ways to minimize or eliminate ingestion zone and jet blast zone accidents4 7b7 ,contents ,the ,call to ,action safety review required pursuant to subsection 7a7 shall include-- 7#a7 a description of ,administration regulations1 guidance1 and directives related to airport ramp worker safety procedures and oversight of such processes2 7#b7 a description of reportable accidents and incidents involving airport ramp workers in #e-year period preceding the date of enactment of this ,act1 including any identified contributing factors to the reportable accident or incident2 7#c7 training and related educational materials for airport ramp workers1 including supervisory and contract employees2 7#d7 any recommended devices and methods for communication on the airport ramp1 including considerations of requirements for operable radios and headsets2 7#e7 a review of markings on the airport ramp that define restriction1 staging1 safety1 or hazard zones1 including markings to clearly define and graphically indicate the engine ingestion zones and envelope of safety for the variety of aircraft that may park at the same gate of the airport2 7#f7 a review of aircraft jet blast and engine intake safety markings1 including incorporation of markings on aircraft to indicate engine inlet danger zones2 and 7#g7 a process for stakeholders1 including airlines1 aircraft manufacturers1 airports1 labor1 and aviation safety experts1 to provide feedback and share best practices4 7c7 ,report and actions ,not later than #ahj days after the conclusion of the ,call to ,action safety review pursuant to subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the review and any recommendations for actions or best practices to improve airport ramp worker safety1 including the identification of risks and possible ways to mitigate such risks to be considered in any applicable safety management system of air carriers and airports2 and 7#b7 initiate such actions as are necessary to act upon the findings of the review4 7d7 ,training materials ,not later than #f months after the completion of the safety review required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall develop and publish training and related educational materials about aircraft engine ingestion and jet blast hazards for ground crews1 including supervisory and contract employees1 that includes information on-- 7#a7 the specific dangers and consequences of entering engine ingestion or jet blast zones2 7#b7 proper protocols to avoid entering an engine ingestion or jet blast zone2 and 7#c7 on-the-job1 instructor-led training to physically demonstrate the engine ingestion zone boundaries and jet blast zones for each kind of aircraft the ground crew may encounter4 7e7 ,consultation ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator shall consult with aviation safety experts1 air carriers1 aircraft manufacturers1 relevant labor organizations1 and airport operators4 7f7 ,training requirements ,not later than #f months after the publication of the training and related educational materials required under subsection 7d71 the ,administrator may require any ramp worker1 as appropriate1 to receive the relevant engine ingestion and jet blast zone hazard training before such ramp worker may perform work on any airport ramp4 #ced4 ,voluntary reporting protections 7a7 ,in general ,section #djabc7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7-- 7#a7 by inserting 1 including section #eeb7;b77#c77;,b7 of title #e after ,notwithstanding any other provision of law2 and 7#b7 by inserting or third party after nor any agency4 7b7 ,review of protection from disclosure ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review and update part #aic of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and review section #ddgce of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to ensure such laws and regulations designate and protect from disclosure information or data submitted1 collected1 or obtained by the ,administrator under voluntary safety programs1 including the following3 7#a7 ,aviation ,safety ,action ,program4 7#b7 ,flight ,operational ,quality ,assurance4 7#c7 ,line ,operations ,safety ,assessments4 7#d7 ,air ,traffic ,safety ,action ,program4 7#e7 ,technical ,operations ,safety ,action ,program4 7#f7 ,such other voluntarily submitted information or programs as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 #cee4 ,tower marking notice of proposed rulemaking 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to implement section #baaj of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgah note74 7b7 ,report ,if the ,administrator fails to issue the notice of proposed rulemaking pursuant to subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress an annual report on the status of such rulemaking1 including-- 7#a7 the reasons that the ,administrator has failed to issue the rulemaking2 and 7#b7 a list of fatal aircraft accidents associated with unmarked towers that have occurred during the #e-year period preceding the date of submission of the report4 #cef4 ,promotion of civil aeronautics and safety of air commerce ,section #djajd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking ,in carrying out and all that follows through other interested organizations42 7#b7 by redesignating subsection 7d7 as subsection 7e72 7#c7 by redesignating subsection 7b7 as subsection 7d72 and 7#d7 by redesignating subsection 7c7 as subsection 7b7 and reordering the subsections accordingly4 #ceg4 ,educational and professional development 7a7 ,in general ,section #djajd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after subsection 7b7 7as redesignated by section #cef7 the following3 7c7 ,educational and professional development 7#a7 ,in general ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall support and undertake efforts to promote and support the education and professional development of current and future aerospace professionals4 7#b7 ,educational materials ,based on the availability of resources1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 develop and distribute civil aviation information and educational materials2 and 7,b7 provide expertise to ,state and local school administrators1 college and university officials1 and officers of other interested organizations and entities4 7#c7 ,content ,in developing the educational materials under paragraph 7#b71 the ,administrator shall ensure such materials1 including presentations1 cover topics of broad relevance1 including-- 7,a7 ethical decision-making and the responsibilities of aerospace professionals2 7,b7 managing a workforce1 encouraging proper reporting of prospective safety issues1 and educating employees on safety management systems2 and 7,c7 responsibilities as a designee or representative of the ,administrator4 4 7b7 ,support for professional development and continuing education ,the ,administrator may take such action as may be necessary to support or launch initiatives that seek to advance the professional development and continuing education of aerospace professionals4 #ceh4 ,global aviation safety 7a7 ,in general ,section #djajd7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 7as redesignated by section #cef7 is amended-- 7#a7 in the subsection heading by inserting and assistance after ,international role2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking ,the ,administrator and inserting ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator2 7#c7 by redesignating paragraph 7#b7 as paragraph 7#d72 and 7#d7 by inserting after paragraph 7#a7 the following3 7#b7 ,international presence ,the ,administrator shall maintain an international presence to-- 7,a7 assist foreign civil aviation authorities in-- 7i7 establishing robust aviation oversight practices and policies2 7ii7 harmonizing international aviation standards for air traffic management1 operator certification1 aircraft certification1 airports1 and certificated or credentialed individuals2 7iii7 validating and accepting foreign aircraft design and production approvals2 7iv7 preparing for new aviation technologies1 including powered-lift aircraft1 products1 and articles2 and 7v7 appropriately adopting continuing airworthiness information1 such as airworthiness directives2 7,b7 encourage the adoption of ,united ,states standards1 regulations1 and policies2 7,c7 establish1 maintain1 and update bilateral or multilateral aviation safety agreements and the aviation safety information contained within such agreements2 7,d7 engage in bilateral and multilateral discussions as required under paragraph 7#e7 and provide technical assistance as described in paragraph 7#f72 7,e7 validate foreign aviation products and ensure reciprocal validation of products for which the ,united ,states is the state of design or production2 7,f7 support accident and incident investigations1 particularly such investigations that involve ,united ,states persons and certified products and such investigations where the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board is supporting an investigation pursuant to annex #ac of the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization2 7,g7 support the international safety activities of the ,united ,states aviation sector2 7,h7 maintain valuable relationships with entities with aviation equities1 including civil aviation authorities1 other governmental bodies1 non-governmental organizations1 and foreign manufacturers2 and 7,i7 perform other activities as determined necessary by the ,administrator4 4 7b7 ,review of international field offices ,section #djajd7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 7as redesignated by section #cef7 is further amended by inserting after paragraph 7#b7 the following3 7#c7 ,international offices ,in carrying out the responsibilities described in subsection 7a71 the ,administrator-- 7,a7 shall maintain international offices of the ,administration2 7,b7 every #e years1 may review existing international offices to determine-- 7i7 the effectiveness of such offices in fulfilling the mission described in paragraph 7#b72 and 7ii7 the adequacy of resources and staffing to achieve the mission described in paragraph 7#b72 and 7,c7 shall establish offices to address gaps identified by the review under subparagraph 7,b7 and in furtherance of the mission described in paragraph 7#b71 putting an emphasis on establishing such offices-- 7i7 where international civil aviation authorities are located2 7ii7 where regional intergovernmental organizations are located2 7iii7 in countries that have difficulty maintaining a category #a classification through the ,international ,aviation ,safety ,assessment program2 and 7iv7 in regions that have experienced substantial growth in aviation operations or manufacturing4 4 7c7 ,bilateral aviation safety agreements2 technical assistance 7#a7 ,establishment ,section #djajd7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 7as redesignated by section #cef7 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7#e7 ,bilateral aviation safety agreements 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall negotiate1 enter into1 promote1 enforce1 evaluate the effectiveness of1 and seek to update bilateral or multilateral aviation safety agreements1 and the parts of such agreements1 with international aviation authorities4 7,b7 ,purpose ,the ,administrator shall seek to enter into bilateral aviation safety agreements under this section to1 at a minimum-- 7i7 improve global aviation safety2 7ii7 increase harmonization of1 and reduce duplicative1 requirements1 processes1 and approvals to advance the aviation interests of the ,united ,states2 7iii7 ensure access to international markets for operators1 service providers1 and manufacturers from the ,united ,states2 and 7iv7 put in place procedures for recourse when a party to such agreements fails to meet the obligations of such party under such agreements4 7,c7 ,scope ,the scope of a bilateral aviation safety agreement entered into under this section shall1 as appropriate1 cover existing aviation users and concepts and establish a process by which bilateral aviation safety agreements can be updated to include new and novel concepts on an ongoing basis4 7,d7 ,contents ,bilateral aviation safety agreements entered into under this section shall1 as appropriate and consistent with ,united ,states law and regulation1 include topics such as-- 7i7 airworthiness1 certification1 and validation2 7ii7 maintenance2 7iii7 operations and pilot training2 7iv7 airspace access1 efficiencies1 and navigation services2 7v7 transport category aircraft2 7vi7 fixed-wing aircraft1 rotorcraft1 powered-lift aircraft1 products1 and articles2 7vii7 aerodrome certification2 7viii7 unmanned aircraft and associated elements of such aircraft2 7ix7 flight simulation training devices2 7x7 new or emerging technologies and technology trends2 and 7xi7 other topics as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7,e7 ,rule of ,construction ,bilateral or multilateral aviation safety agreements entered into under this subsection shall not be construed to diminish or alter any authority of the ,administrator under any other provision of law4 4 7#b7 ,technical assistance updates ,section #djaac7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 ,technical assistance outside of agreements ,in the absence of a bilateral or multilateral agreement1 the ,administrator may provide technical assistance and training under this subsection if the ,administrator determines that-- 7,a7 a foreign government would benefit from technical assistance pursuant to this subsection to strengthen aviation safety1 efficiency1 and security2 and 7,b7 the engagement is to provide inherently governmental technical assistance and training4 7#g7 ,inherently governmental technical assistance and training defined ,in this subsection1 the term inherently governmental technical assistance and training means technical assistance and training that-- 7,a7 relies upon or incorporates ,federal ,aviation ,administration-specific program1 system1 policy1 or procedural matters2 7,b7 must be accomplished using agency expertise and authority2 and 7,c7 relates to-- 7i7 international aviation safety assessment technical reviews and technical assistance2 7ii7 aerodrome safety and certification2 7iii7 aviation system certification activities based on ,federal ,aviation ,administration regulations and requirements2 7iv7 cybersecurity efforts to protect ,united ,states aviation ecosystem components and facilities2 7v7 operation and maintenance of air navigation system equipment1 procedures1 and personnel2 or 7vi7 training and exercises in support of aviation safety1 efficiency1 and security4 4 7#c7 ,validation of powered-lift aircraft ,in carrying out section #djajd7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as amended by this ,act71 the ,administrator shall ensure coordination with international civil aviation authorities regarding the establishment of mutual processes for efficient validation1 acceptance1 and working arrangements of certificates and approvals for powered-lift aircraft1 products1 and articles4 7#d7 ,report on international validation program performance 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall initiate a review to evaluate the performance of the type certificate validation program of the ,,faa under bilateral or multilateral aviation safety agreements1 with a focus on agreed to implementation procedures4 7,b7 ,contents ,in conducting the review under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall consider1 at minimum1 the following3 7i7 ,actions taken for the purposes of carrying out section #bdc7;a7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note74 7ii7 ,metrics from validation programs carried out prior to the initiation of such review1 including the number and types of projects1 timeline milestones1 and trends relating to the repeated use of non-basic criteria4 7iii7 ,training on the minimum standards of established validation work plans1 including any guidance on the level of involvement of the validating authority1 established justifications for involvement1 and procedures for compliance document requests4 7iv7 ,the perspectives of-- 7,i7 ,,faa employees responsible for type validation projects2 7,,ii7 bilateral civil aviation regulatory partners2 and 7,,iii7 industry applicants seeking validation4 7v7 ,adequacy of the funding and staffing levels of the ,international ,validation ,branch of the ,compliance and ,airworthiness ,division of the ,aircraft ,certification ,service of the ,,faa4 7vi7 ,effectiveness of ,,faa training for ,,faa employees4 7vii7 ,effectiveness of outreach conducted to improve and enforce validation processes4 7viii7 ,efforts undertaken to strengthen relationships with international certification authorities4 7ix7 ,number of approvals issued by other certifying authorities in compliance with applicable bilateral agreements and implementation procedures4 7,c7 ,report ,not later than #fj days after the completion of the review initiated under this subsection1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report regarding such review4 7,d7 ,definitions ,in this paragraph1 the terms ,,oda holder and ,,oda unit have the meanings given such terms in section #ddgcf7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7d7 ,international engagement strategy ,section #djajd7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 7as redesignated by section #cef7 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7#g7 ,strategic plan ,the ,administrator shall maintain a strategic plan for the international engagement of the ,administration that includes-- 7,a7 all elements of the report required under section #bdc7;b7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note72 7,b7 measures to fulfill the mission described in paragraph 7#b72 7,c7 initiatives to attain greater expertise among employees of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration in issues related to dispute resolution1 intellectual property1 and export control laws2 7,d7 policy regarding the future direction and strategy of the ,united ,states engagement with the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization2 7,e7 procedures for acceptance of mandatory airworthiness information1 such as airworthiness directives1 and other safety-related regulatory documents1 including procedures to implement the requirements of section #ddgja7;e77#e72 7,f7 all factors1 including funding and resourcing1 necessary for the ,administration to maintain leadership in the global activities related to aviation safety and air transportation2 7,g7 establishment of1 and a process to regularly track and update1 metrics to measure the effectiveness of1 and foreign civil aviation authority compliance with1 bilateral aviation safety agreements2 and 7,h7 a strategic methodology to facilitate the ability of the ,united ,states aerospace industry to efficiently operate and export new aerospace technologies1 products1 and articles in key markets globally4 4 7e7 ,powered-lift aircraft ,in developing the methodology required under section #djajd7;d77#g77;,h7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as added by subsection 7d771 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 perform an assessment of existing bilateral aviation safety agreements1 implementation procedures1 and other associated bilateral arrangements to determine how current and future powered-lift products and articles can utilize the most appropriate validation mechanisms and procedures2 7#b7 facilitate global acceptance of the approach of the ,,faa to certification of powered-lift aircraft1 products1 and articles2 and 7#c7 consider any other information determined appropriated by the ,administrator4 #cei4 ,availability of personnel for inspections1 site visits1 and training ,section #djajd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,travel ,the ,administrator and the ,secretary of ,transportation shall1 in carrying out the responsibilities described in subsection 7a71 delegate to the appropriate supervisors of offices of the ,administration the ability to authorize the domestic and international travel of relevant personnel who are not in the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,executive ,system1 without any additional approvals required1 for the purposes of-- 7#a7 promoting aviation safety1 aircraft operations1 air traffic1 airport1 unmanned aircraft systems1 aviation fuels1 and other aviation standards1 regulations1 and initiatives adopted by the ,united ,states2 7#b7 facilitating the adoption of ,united ,states approaches on such aviation standards and recommended practices at the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization2 7#c7 supporting the acceptance of ,administration design and production approvals by other civil aviation authorities2 7#d7 training ,administration personnel and training provided to other persons2 7#e7 engaging with regulated entities1 including performing site visits2 7#f7 activities associated with subsections 7c7 through 7e72 and 7#g7 other activities as determined by the ,administrator4 4 #cfj4 ,wildfire suppression 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 to ensure that sufficient firefighting resources are available to suppress wildfires and protect public safety and property1 and notwithstanding any other provision of law or agency regulation1 the ,administrator shall issue a rule under which-- 7#a7 an operation described in section #ba4be7;b77#g7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 shall allow for the transport of firefighters to and from the site of a wildfire to perform ground wildfire suppression and designate the firefighters conducting such an operation as essential crewmembers on board a covered aircraft operated on a mission to suppress wildfire2 7#b7 the aircraft maintenance1 inspections1 and pilot training requirements under part #ace of such title #ad may apply to such an operation1 if determined by the ,administrator to be necessary to maintain the safety of firefighters carrying out wildfire suppression missions2 and 7#c7 the noise standards described in part #cf of such title #ad shall not apply to such an operation4 7b7 ,surplus military aircraft ,in issuing a rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may not enable any aircraft of a type that has been-- 7#a7 manufactured in accordance with the requirements of1 and accepted for use by1 the armed forces 7as defined in section #aja of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code72 and 7#b7 later modified to be used for wildfire suppression operations4 7c7 ,conforming amendments to ,,faa documents ,in issuing a rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall revise the order of the ,,faa titled ,restricted ,category ,type ,certification1 issued on ,february #bg1 #bjjf 7,,faa ,order #haaj4ef71 as well as any corresponding policy or guidance material1 to reflect the requirements of this section4 7d7 ,savings provision ,nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the authority of the ,administrator to take action otherwise authorized by law to protect aviation safety or passenger safety4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered aircraft ,the term covered aircraft means an aircraft type-certificated in the restricted category under section #ba4be of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 used for transporting firefighters to and from the site of a wildfire in order to perform ground wildfire suppression for the purpose of extinguishing a wildfire on behalf of1 or pursuant to a contract with1 a ,federal1 ,state1 or local government agency4 7#b7 ,firefighters ,the term firefighters means a trained fire suppression professional the transport of whom is necessary to accomplish a wildfire suppression operation4 #cfa4 ,continuous aircraft tracking and transmission for high altitude balloons 7a7 ,study on effects of high altitude balloons on aviation safety 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the heads of other relevant ,federal agencies1 shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the effects of high altitude balloon operations that do not emit electronic or radio signals for identification purposes and are launched within the ,united ,states and the territories of the ,united ,states on aviation safety4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out this subsection1 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7,a7 current technology available and employed to track high altitude balloon operations described under paragraph 7#a72 7,b7 how the flights of such operations have affected1 or could affect1 aviation safety2 7,c7 how such operations have contributed1 or could contribute1 to misidentified threats to civil or military aviation operations or infrastructure2 and 7,d7 how such operations have impacted1 or could impact1 national security and air traffic control operations4 7b7 ,high altitude balloon tracking aviation rulemaking committee 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish an ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 to review and develop findings and recommendations to inform a standard for any high altitude balloon to be equipped with a system for continuous aircraft tracking that transmits1 at a minimum1 the altitude1 location1 and identity of the high altitude balloon in a manner that is accessible to air traffic controllers and ensures the safe integration of high altitude balloons into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,composition ,the ,committee shall consist of members appointed by the ,administrator1 including the following3 7,a7 ,representatives of industry4 7,b7 ,aviation safety experts1 including experts with specific knowledge-- 7i7 of high altitude balloon operations2 or 7ii7 ,,faa tracking and surveillance systems4 7,c7 ,non-governmental researchers and educators4 7,d7 ,representatives of the ,department of ,defense4 7,e7 ,representatives of ,federal agencies that conduct high altitude balloon operations4 7#c7 ,report ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator a report detailing the findings and recommendations developed under paragraph 7#a71 including recommendations regarding the following3 7,a7 ,how to update sections #ia4bae1 #ia4bbe1 and #ii4ac of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to require all high altitude balloons to have a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system4 7,b7 ,any necessary updates to the requirements for high altitude balloons under subpart ,d of part #aja of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7,c7 ,any necessary updates to other ,,faa regulations or requirements deemed appropriate and necessary by the ,administrator to-- 7i7 ensure any high altitude balloon has a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system2 7ii7 ensure all data relating to the altitude1 location1 and identity of any high altitude balloon is made available to air traffic controllers2 7iii7 determine criteria and provide approval guidance for new equipment that provides continuous aircraft tracking and transmission for high altitude balloons and meets the performance requirements described under section #ia4bbe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 including portable1 battery-powered ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast ,out equipage2 and 7iv7 maintain airspace safety4 7#d7 ,use of prior work ,in developing the report under paragraph 7#c71 the ,committee may make full use of any research1 comments1 data1 findings1 or recommendations made by any prior aviation rulemaking committee4 7#e7 ,new technologies and solutions ,nothing in this subsection shall require the ,committee to develop recommendations requiring equipage of high altitude balloons with an ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast ,out system or an air traffic control transponder transmission system1 or preclude the ,committee from making recommendations for the adoption of new systems or solutions that may require that a high altitude balloon be equipped with a system that can transmit1 at a minimum1 the altitude1 location1 and identity of the high altitude balloon4 7#f7 ,briefing ,not later than #f months after receiving the report required under paragraph 7#c71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the contents of such report and the status of any recommendation received pursuant to such report4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section1 the term high altitude balloon means a manned or unmanned free balloon operating not less than #ah1jjj feet above mean sea level4 #cfb4 ,cabin air safety 7a7 ,deadline for #bjah study on bleed air ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall complete the requirements of section #cbf of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 and submit to the appropriate ,congressional committees the following3 7#a7 ,the completed study required under subsection 7c7 of such section4 7#b7 ,the report on the feasibility1 efficacy1 and cost-effectiveness of certification and installation of systems to evaluate bleed air quality required under subsection 7d7 of such section4 7b7 ,reporting system for smoke or fume events onboard commercial aircraft 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop a standardized submission system for air carrier employees to voluntarily report fume or smoke events onboard passenger-carrying aircraft operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,collected information ,in developing the system under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that the system includes a method for submitting information about a smoke or fume event that allows for the collection of the following information1 if applicable3 7,a7 ,identification of the flight number1 type1 and registration of the aircraft4 7,b7 ,the date of the reported fume or smoke event onboard the aircraft4 7,c7 ,description of fumes or smoke in the aircraft1 including the nature1 intensity1 and visual consistency or smell 7if any74 7,d7 ,the location of the fumes or smoke in the aircraft4 7,e7 ,the source 7if discernible7 of the fumes or smoke in the aircraft4 7,f7 ,the phase of flight during which fumes or smoke first became present4 7,g7 ,the duration of the fume or smoke event4 7,h7 ,any required onboard medical attention for passengers or crew members4 7,i7 ,any additional factors as determined appropriate by the ,administrator or crew member submitting a report4 7#c7 ,guidelines for submission ,the ,administrator shall issue guidelines on how to submit the information described in paragraph 7#b74 7#d7 ,confirmation of submission ,upon submitting the information described in paragraph 7#b71 the submitting party shall receive a duplicate record of the submission and confirmation of receipt4 7#e7 ,use of information ,the ,administrator-- 7,a7 may not publicly publish any-- 7i7 information specific to a fume or smoke event that is submitted pursuant to this section2 and 7ii7 any information that may be used to identify the party submitting such information2 7,b7 may only publicly publish information submitted pursuant to this section that has been aggregated if-- 7i7 such information has been validated2 and 7ii7 the availability of such information would improve aviation safety2 7,c7 shall maintain a database of such information2 7,d7 at the request of an air carrier1 shall provide to such air carrier any information submitted pursuant to this section that is relevant to such air carrier1 except any information that may be used to identify the party submitting such information2 7,e7 may not1 without validation1 assume that information submitted pursuant to this section is accurate for the purposes of initiating rulemaking or taking an enforcement action2 7,f7 may use information submitted pursuant to this section to inform the oversight of the safety management system of an air carrier2 and 7,g7 may use information submitted pursuant to this section for the purpose of performing a study or supporting a study sponsored by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,national ,academies study on overall cabin air quality 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into the appropriate arrangements with the ,national ,academies to conduct a study and issue recommendations to be made publicly available pertaining to cabin air quality and any risk of1 and potential for1 persistent and accidental fume or smoke events onboard a passenger-carrying aircraft operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,scope ,in carrying out a study pursuant to paragraph 7#a71 the ,national ,academies shall examine-- 7,a7 the report issued pursuant to section #cbf of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 and any identified assumptions or gaps described in such report2 7,b7 the information collected through the system established pursuant to subsection 7b72 7,c7 any health risks or impacts of fume or smoke events on flight crews1 including flight attendants and pilots1 and passengers onboard aircraft operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,d7 instances of persistent or regularly occurring 7as determined by the ,national ,academies7 fume or smoke events in such aircraft2 7,e7 instances of accidental1 unexpected1 or irregularly occurring 7as determined by the ,national ,academies7 fume or smoke events on such aircraft1 including whether such accidental events are more frequent during various phases of operations1 including ground operations1 taxiing1 take off1 cruise1 and landing2 7,f7 the air contaminants present during the instances described in subparagraphs 7,d7 and 7,e7 and the probable originating materials of such air contaminants2 7,g7 the frequencies1 durations1 and likely causes of the instances described in subparagraphs 7,d7 and 7,e72 and 7,h7 any additional data on fume or smoke events1 as determined appropriate by the ,national ,academies4 7#c7 ,recommendations ,as a part of the study conducted under paragraph 7#a71 the ,national ,academies shall provide recommendations-- 7,a7 that1 at minimum1 address how to-- 7i7 improve overall cabin air quality of passenger-carrying aircraft2 7ii7 improve the detection1 accuracy1 and reporting of fume or smoke events2 and 7iii7 reduce the frequency and impact of fume or smoke events2 and 7,b7 to establish or update standards1 guidelines1 or regulations that could help achieve the recommendations described in subparagraph 7,a74 7#d7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a month after the completion of the study conducted under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a copy of such study and recommendations submitted with such study4 7d7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #a year after the completion of the study conducted under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator may1 as appropriate to address the safety risks identified as a result of the actions taken pursuant to this section1 issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to establish requirements for scheduled passenger air carrier operations under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations that may include the following3 7#a7 ,training for flight attendants1 pilots1 aircraft maintenance technicians1 airport first responders1 and emergency responders on how to respond to incidents on aircraft involving fume or smoke events4 7#b7 ,required actions and procedures for air carriers to take after receiving a report of an incident involving a fume or smoke event in which at least #a passenger or crew member required medical attention as a result of such incident4 7#c7 ,installation onboard aircraft of detectors and other air quality monitoring equipment4 7e7 ,fume or smoke event defined ,in this section1 the term fume or smoke event means an event in which there is an atypical noticeable or persistent presence of fumes or air contaminants in the cabin1 including1 at a minimum1 a smoke event4 #cfc4 ,commercial air tour and sport parachuting safety 7a7 ,safety requirements for commercial air tour operators 7#a7 ,safety reforms 7,a7 ,authority to conduct nonstop commercial air tours 7i7 ,in general ,subject to clause 7ii71 beginning on the date that is #b years after the date a final rule is published pursuant to paragraph 7#c71 no person may conduct commercial air tours unless such person either-- 7,i7 holds a certificate identifying the person as an air carrier or commercial operator under part #aai of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations and conducts all commercial air tours under the applicable provisions of part #aba or part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 or 7,,ii7 conducts all commercial air tours pursuant to the requirements established by the ,administrator under the final rule published pursuant to paragraph 7#c74 7ii7 ,small business exception ,the provisions of clause 7i7 shall not apply to a person who conducts #ajj or fewer commercial air tours in a calendar year4 7,b7 ,additional safety requirements 7i7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue new or revised regulations to require a commercial air tour operator seeking to conduct an operation with a removed or modified door and a person conducting aerial photography operations seeking to conduct an operation with a removed or modified door to receive approval from the ,administrator prior to conducting such operation4 7ii7 ,conditions and restrictions ,in issuing new or revised regulations under clause 7i71 the ,administrator may impose such conditions and restrictions as determined necessary for safety4 7iii7 ,considerations ,in issuing new or revised regulations under clause 7i71 the ,administrator shall require a commercial air tour operator to demonstrate to any representative of the ,,faa1 upon request1 that a pilot authorized to operate such an air tour has received avoidance training for controlled flight into terrain and in-flight loss of control4 ,such training shall address reducing the risk of accidents involving unintentional flight into instrument meteorological conditions to address day1 night1 and low-visibility environments with special attention paid to research available as of the date of enactment of this ,act on human factors issues involved in such accidents1 including1 at a minimum-- 7,i7 specific terrain1 weather1 and infrastructure challenges relevant in the local operating environment that increase the risk of such accidents2 7,,ii7 pilot decision-making relevant to the avoidance of instrument meteorological conditions while operating under visual flight rules2 7,,iii7 use of terrain awareness displays2 7,,iv7 spatial disorientation risk factors and countermeasures2 and 7,v7 strategies for maintaining control1 including the use of automated systems4 7#b7 ,aviation rulemaking committee 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review and develop findings and recommendations to increase the safety of commercial air tours4 7,b7 ,considerations ,the aviation rulemaking committee convened under subparagraph 7,a7 shall consider1 at a minimum-- 7i7 potential changes to operations regulations or requirements for commercial air tours1 including requiring-- 7,i7 the adoption of pilot training standards that are comparable1 as applicable1 to the standards under subpart ,h of part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,,ii7 the adoption of maintenance standards that are comparable1 as applicable1 to the standards under subpart ,j of part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7ii7 establishing a performance-based standard for flight data monitoring for all commercial air tour operators that reviews all available data sources to identify deviations from established areas of operation and potential safety issues2 7iii7 requiring all commercial air tour operators to install flight data recording devices capable of supporting collection and dissemination of the data incorporated in the ,flight ,operational ,quality ,assurance ,program under section #ac4dja of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or1 if an aircraft cannot be retrofitted with such equipment1 requiring the commercial air tour operator for such aircraft to collect and maintain flight data through alternative methods72 7iv7 requiring all commercial air tour operators to implement a flight data monitoring program1 such as a ,flight ,operational ,quality ,assurance ,program2 7v7 establishing methods to provide effective terrain awareness and warning2 and 7vi7 establishing methods to provide effective traffic avoidance in identified high-traffic tour areas1 such as requiring commercial air tour operators that operate within such areas be equipped with an automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out- and in-supported traffic advisory system that-- 7,i7 includes both visual and aural alerts2 7,,ii7 is driven by an algorithm designed to eliminate nuisance alerts2 and 7,,iii7 is operational during all flight operations4 7vii7 codifying and uniformly applying ,living ,history ,flight ,experience exemption conditions and limitations4 7,c7 ,membership ,the aviation rulemaking committee convened under subparagraph 7,a7 shall consist of members appointed by the ,administrator1 including-- 7i7 representatives of industry1 including manufacturers of aircraft and aircraft technologies2 7ii7 air tour operators or organizations that represent such operators2 and 7iii7 aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of safety management systems and flight data monitoring programs under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7,d7 ,duties 7i7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall direct the aviation rulemaking committee to make findings and submit recommendations regarding each of the matters specified in clauses 7i7 through 7vi7 of subparagraph 7,b74 7ii7 ,considerations ,in carrying out the duties of the aviation rulemaking committee under clause 7i71 the ,administrator shall direct the aviation rulemaking committee to consider-- 7,i7 recommendations of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board2 7,,ii7 recommendations of previous aviation rulemaking committees that reviewed flight data monitoring program requirements for commercial operators under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,,iii7 recommendations from industry safety organizations1 including the ,vertical ,aviation ,safety ,team1 the ,general ,aviation ,joint ,safety ,committee1 and the ,united ,states ,helicopter ,safety ,team2 7,,iv7 scientific data derived from a broad range of flight data recording technologies capable of continuously transmitting and that support a measurable and viable means of assessing data to identify and correct hazardous trends2 7,v7 appropriate use of data for modifying behavior to prevent accidents2 7,,vi7 the need to accommodate technological advancements in flight data recording technology2 7,,vii7 data gathered from aviation safety reporting programs2 7,,viii7 appropriate methods to provide effective terrain awareness and warning system protections while mitigating nuisance alerts for aircraft2 7,,ix7 the need to accommodate the diversity of airworthiness standards under part #bg and part #bi of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,x7 the need to accommodate diversity of operations and mission sets2 7,,xi7 benefits of third-party data analysis for large and small operations2 7,,xii7 accommodations necessary for small businesses2 and 7,,xiii7 other issues1 as necessary4 7,e7 ,reports and regulations ,not later than #bj months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report based on the findings of the aviation rulemaking committee4 7#c7 ,rulemaking required 7,a7 ,notice of proposed rulemaking ,not later than #a year after the date the ,administrator submits a report under paragraph 7#b77;,e71 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking establishing increasing safety regulations for commercial air tour operators based on the recommendations of the rulemaking committee established under paragraph 7#b74 7,b7 ,contents ,the notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph 7,a7 shall require1 at a minimum-- 7i7 the adoption of pilot training standards that are comparable1 as applicable1 to the standards under subpart ,h of part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations for commercial tour operators2 7ii7 the adoption of maintenance standards that are comparable1 as applicable1 to the standards under subpart ,j of part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations for commercial tour operators2 and 7iii7 that beginning on a date determined appropriate by the ,administrator1 a helicopter operated by a commercial air tour operator be equipped with an approved flight data monitoring system capable of recording flight performance data4 7,c7 ,final rule ,not later than #b years after the issuance of a notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall finalize the rule4 7b7 ,safety requirements for sport parachute operations 7#a7 ,aviation rulemaking committee ,the ,administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review and develop findings and recommendations to increase the safety of sport parachute operations4 7#b7 ,contents ,this aviation rulemaking committee convened under paragraph 7#a7 shall consider1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 potential regulatory action governing parachute operations that are conducted in the ,united ,states and are subject to the requirements of part #aje of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to address-- 7i7 whether ,,faa-approved aircraft maintenance and inspection programs that consider1 at a minimum1 minimum equipment standards informed by recommended maintenance instructions of engine manufacturers1 such as service bulletins and service information letters for time between overhauls and component life limits1 should be implemented2 and 7ii7 initial and annual recurrent pilot training and proficiency checks for pilots conducting parachute operations that address1 at a minimum1 operation- and aircraft-specific weight and balance calculations1 preflight inspections1 emergency and recovery procedures1 and parachutist egress procedures for each type of aircraft flown2 and 7,b7 the revision of guidance material contained in the advisory circular of the ,,faa titled ,sport ,parachuting 7,,ac #aje-b;,e7 to include guidance for parachute operations in implementing the ,,faa-approved aircraft maintenance and inspection program and the pilot training and pilot proficiency checking programs required under any new or revised regulations2 and 7,c7 the revision of guidance materials issued in the order of the ,,faa titled ,flight ,standards ,information ,management ,system 7,,faa ,order #hijj4a71 to include guidance for ,,faa inspectors who oversee an operation conducted under-- 7i7 part #ia of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7ii7 an exception specified in section #aai4a7;e7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,membership ,the aviation rulemaking committee under paragraph 7#a7 shall consist of members appointed by the ,administrator1 including-- 7,a7 representatives of industry1 including manufacturers of aircraft and aircraft technologies2 7,b7 parachute operators1 or organizations that represent such operators2 and 7,c7 aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of safety management systems and flight data monitoring programs under part #ace and part #aje of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#d7 ,duties 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall direct the aviation rulemaking committee to make findings and submit recommendations regarding each of the matters specified in subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,c7 of paragraph 7#b74 7,b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out its duties under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall direct the aviation rulemaking committee to consider-- 7i7 findings and recommendations of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 as relevant1 and specifically such findings and recommendations related to parachute operations1 including the ,june #ba1 #bjai1 incident in ,mokuleia1 ,hawaii2 7ii7 recommendations of previous aviation rulemaking committees that considered similar issues2 7iii7 recommendations from industry safety organizations1 including1 at a minimum1 the ,united ,states ,parachute ,association2 7iv7 appropriate use of data for modifying behavior to prevent accidents2 7v7 data gathered from aviation safety reporting programs2 7vi7 the need to accommodate diversity of operations and mission sets2 7vii7 accommodations necessary for small businesses2 and 7viii7 other issues as necessary4 7#e7 ,reports and regulations 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #cf months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report based on the findings of the aviation rulemaking committee4 7,b7 ,contents ,the report under subparagraph 7,a7 shall include-- 7i7 any recommendations submitted by the aviation rulemaking committee2 and 7ii7 any actions the ,administrator intends to initiate1 if necessary1 as a result of such recommendations4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,air carrier ,the term air carrier has the meaning given such term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,commercial air tour ,the term commercial air tour has the meaning given such term in section #acf4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,commercial air tour operator ,the term commercial air tour operator has the meaning given such term in section #acf4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#d7 ,parachute operation ,the term parachute operation has the meaning given such term in section #aje4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulation74 #cfd4 ,hawaii air noise and safety task force 7a7 ,participation ,to the extent acceptable to the ,state of ,hawaii1 the ,administrator shall participate as a technical advisor in the air noise and safety task force established by ,state legislation in the ,state of ,hawaii4 7b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #ah months after the date on which the task force described in subsection 7a7 delivers findings and consensus recommendations to the ,,faa1 the ,administrator shall1 consistent with maintaining the safety and efficiency of the national airspace system-- 7#a7 issue an intent to proceed with a proposed rulemaking2 7#b7 take other action sufficient to carry out feasible1 consensus recommendations2 or 7#c7 issue a statement determining that no such rule or other action is warranted1 including a detailed explanation of the rationale for such determination4 7c7 ,considerations ,in determining whether to proceed with a proposed rulemaking1 guidance1 or other action under subsection 7b7 and1 if applicable1 in developing the proposed rule1 guidance1 or carrying out the other action1 the ,administrator shall consider the findings and consensus recommendations of the task force described in subsection 7a74 7d7 ,authorities ,in issuing the rule1 guidance1 or carrying out the other action described in subsection 7b71 the ,administrator may take actions in the ,state of ,hawaii to-- 7#a7 provide commercial air tour operators with preferred routes1 times1 and minimum altitudes for the purpose of noise reduction1 so long as such recommendations do not negatively impact safety conditions2 7#b7 provide commercial air tour operators with information regarding quiet aircraft technology2 and 7#c7 establish a method for residents of the ,state of ,hawaii to publicly report noise disruptions due to commercial air tours and for commercial air tour operators to respond to complaints4 7e7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed as providing the ,administrator with authority to ban commercial air tour flights in the ,state of ,hawaii for the purposes of noise reduction4 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,commercial air tour ,the term commercial air tour has the meaning given such term in section #acf4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,commercial air tour operator ,the term commercial air tour operator has the meaning given such term in section #acf4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cfe4 ,modernization and improvements to aircraft evacuation 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall conduct a study on improvements to the safety and efficiency of evacuation standards for manufacturers and carriers of transport category airplanes1 as described in parts #be and #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,contents 7,a7 ,requirements ,the study required under paragraph 7#a7 shall include-- 7i7 a prospective risk analysis1 as well as an evaluation of relevant past incidents with respect to evacuation safety and evacuation standards2 7ii7 an assessment of the evacuation testing procedures described in section #be4hjc of such title #ad1 as well as recommendations for how to revise such testing procedures to ensure that the testing procedures assess1 in a safe manner1 the ability of passengers with disabilities1 including passengers who use wheelchairs or other mobility assistive devices1 to safely and efficiently evacuate an aircraft2 7iii7 an assessment of the evacuation demonstration procedures described in such part #aba1 as well as recommendations for how to improve such demonstration procedures to ensure that the demonstration procedures assess1 in a safe manner1 the ability of passengers with disabilities1 including passengers who use wheelchairs or other mobility assistive devices1 to safely and efficiently evacuate an aircraft2 7iv7 the research proposed in ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board ,safety ,recommendation ,a-#ah-jji2 and 7v7 any other analysis determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7,b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall assess the following3 7i7 ,the ability of passengers of different ages 7including infants1 children1 and senior citizens7 to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7ii7 ,the ability of passengers of different heights and weights to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7iii7 ,the ability of passengers with disabilities to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7iv7 ,the ability of passengers who cannot speak1 have difficulty speaking1 use synthetic speech1 or are non-vocal or non-verbal to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7v7 ,the ability of passengers who do not speak ,english to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7vi7 ,the impact of the presence of carry-on luggage and personal items 7such as a purse1 briefcase1 laptop1 or backpack7 on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7vii7 ,the impact of seat size and passenger seating space and pitch on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7viii7 ,the impact of seats and other obstacles in the pathway to the exit opening from the nearest aisle on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7ix7 ,with respect to aircraft with parallel longitudinal aisles1 the impact of seat pods or other seating configurations that block access between such aisles within a cabin on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7x7 ,the impact of passenger load on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7xi7 ,the impact of animals approved to accompany a passenger1 including service animals1 on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7xii7 ,whether an applicant for a type certificate 7as defined in section #ddgjd7;e77#g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 should be required to demonstrate compliance with ,,faa emergency evacuation regulations 7as described in section #be4hjc and ,appendix ,j of part #be of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 through live testing in any case in which the ,administrator determines that the new aircraft design is significant4 7xiii7 ,any other factor determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7,c7 ,definitions ,in this paragraph3 7i7 ,passenger load ,the term passenger load means the number of passengers relative to the number of seats onboard the aircraft4 7ii7 ,passengers with disabilities ,the term passengers with disabilities means any qualified individual with a disability1 as defined in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,aviation rulemaking committee for evacuation standards 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the completion of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall establish an aviation rulemaking committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 to-- 7,a7 review the findings of the study2 and 7,b7 develop and submit to the ,administrator recommendations regarding improvements to the evacuation standards described in parts #be and #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,composition ,the ,committee shall consist of members appointed by the ,administrator1 including the following3 7,a7 ,representatives of industry4 7,b7 ,representatives of aviation labor organizations4 7,c7 ,aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of the evacuation standards and requirements under such parts #be and #aba4 7,d7 ,representatives of individuals with disabilities with specific knowledge of accessibility standards regarding evacuations in emergency circumstances4 7,e7 ,representatives of the senior citizen community4 7,f7 ,representatives of pediatricians4 7#c7 ,considerations ,in reviewing the findings of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 and developing recommendations regarding the improvement of the evacuation standards under subsection 7b77#a77;,b71 the ,committee shall consider the following3 7,a7 ,the recommendations made by any prior aviation rulemaking committee regarding the evacuation standards described in such parts #be and #aba4 7,b7 ,scientific data derived from the study conducted under subsection 7a74 7,c7 ,any data gathered from aviation safety reporting programs4 7,d7 ,the cost-benefit analysis and risk analysis of any recommended standards4 7,e7 ,any other item determined appropriate by the ,committee4 7c7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,committee submits to the ,administrator the recommendations under subsection 7b77#a77;,b71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on-- 7#a7 the findings of the study conducted under subsection 7a72 7#b7 the recommendations of the ,committee under subsection 7b77#a77;,b72 and 7#c7 the ,administrator's plan1 if any1 to implement such recommendations4 7d7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #ij days after submitting to ,congress the report under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to implement the recommendations of the ,committee that the ,administrator considers appropriate4 #cff4 #be-;hour cockpit voice recorder 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,cockpit voice recorder for newly manufactured aircraft ,a covered operator may not operate a covered aircraft manufactured later than the date that is #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act unless such aircraft has a cockpit voice recorder installed that retains the last #be hours of recorded information using a recorder that meets the standards of ,technical ,standard ,order ,,tso-,c#abc;c1 or any later revision4 7#b7 ,cockpit voice recorder for covered aircraft ,not later than #f years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 a covered operator may not operate a covered aircraft unless such aircraft has a cockpit voice recorder installed that retains the last #be hours of recorded information using a recorder that meets the standards of ,technical ,standard ,order ,,tso-,c#abc;c1 or any later revision4 7b7 ,prohibited use ,the ,administrator or any covered operator may not use a cockpit voice recorder recording for a certificate action1 civil penalty1 or disciplinary proceedings against a flight crewmember4 7c7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 issue a final rule to update applicable regulations1 as necessary1 to conform to the requirements of subsection 7a77#b72 and 7#b7 issue a rule to update applicable regulations1 as necessary1 to ensure1 to the greatest extent practicable1 that any data from a cockpit voice recorder-- 7,a7 is protected from unlawful or unauthorized disclosure to the public2 7,b7 is used exclusively by a ,federal agency or a foreign accident investigative agency for a criminal investigation1 aircraft accident1 or aircraft incident investigation2 and 7,c7 is not deliberately erased or tampered with following a ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board reportable event under part #hcj of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for which civil and criminal penalties may be assessed in accordance with section #aaee of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and section #cb of title #ah1 ,united ,states ,code4 7d7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall be construed as rescoping1 constraining1 or otherwise mandating delays to ,,faa actions in the notice of proposed rulemaking titled #be-;,hour ,cockpit ,voice ,recorder 7,,cvr7 ,requirements1 ,new ,aircraft ,production1 issued on ,december #d1 #bjbc 7#hh ,fed4 ,reg4 #hdjij74 7e7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to affect-- 7#a7 the confidentiality of recording and transcripts under section #aaad7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7#b7 the ban on recording for civil penalty or certificate under section #aba4cei7;h7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 or 7#c7 the prohibition against use of data from flight operational quality assurance programs for enforcement purposes under section #ac4dja of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered aircraft ,the term covered aircraft means-- 7,a7 an aircraft operated by an air carrier under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 or 7,b7 a transport category aircraft designed for operations by an air carrier or foreign air carrier type-certificated with a passenger seating capacity of #cj or more or an all-cargo or combi derivative of such an aircraft4 7#b7 ,covered operator ,the term covered operator means the operator of a covered aircraft4 #cfg4 ,sense of ,congress regarding mandated contents of onboard emergency medical kits ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 a regularly scheduled panel of experts should reexamine and provide an updated list of mandated contents of onboard emergency medical kits that is thorough and practical1 keeping passenger safety and well-being paramount2 and 7#b7 such panel should consider including on the list of mandated contents of such medical kits1 at a minimum1 opioid overdose reversal medication4 #cfh4 ,passenger aircraft first aid and emergency medical kit equipment and training 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding first aid and emergency medical kit equipment and training required for flight crewmembers1 as provided in part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 applicable to all certificate holders operating passenger aircraft under such part4 7b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7#a7 the benefits and costs 7including the costs of flight diversions and emergency landings7 of requiring any new medications or equipment necessary to be included in approved emergency medical kits2 7#b7 whether the contents of the emergency medical kits include1 at a minimum1 appropriate medications and equipment that can practicably be administered to address-- 7,a7 the emergency medical needs of children and pregnant women2 7,b7 opioid overdose reversal2 7,c7 anaphylaxis2 and 7,d7 cardiac arrest2 7#c7 what contents of the emergency medical kits should be readily available1 to the extent practicable1 for use by flight crews without prior approval by a medical professional4 7c7 ,regular review ,not later than #e years after the issuance of the final rule under subsection 7a71 and every #e years thereafter1 the ,administrator shall evaluate and revise1 if appropriate-- 7#a7 the first aid and emergency medical kit equipment and training required for flight crewmembers2 and 7#b7 any required training for flight crewmembers regarding the content1 location1 and function of such kit4 #cfi4 ,international aviation safety assessment program 7a7 ,aviation safety oversight measures carried out by foreign countries ,chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgdg4 ,aviation safety oversight measures carried out by foreign countries 7a7 ,assessment 7#a7 ,in general ,on a regular basis1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 shall assess aviation safety oversight measures carried out by any foreign country-- 7,a7 from which a foreign air carrier is conducting foreign air transportation to and from the ,united ,states2 7,b7 from which a foreign air carrier seeks to conduct foreign air transportation to and from the ,united ,states2 7,c7 whose air carriers carry or seek to carry the code of a ,united ,states air carrier2 or 7,d7 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,consultation and criteria ,in conducting an assessment described in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 consult with the appropriate authorities of the government of the foreign country2 7,b7 determine the efficacy with which such foreign country carries out and complies with its aviation safety oversight responsibilities consistent with-- 7i7 the ,convention on ,international ,civil ,aviation 7in this section referred to as the #8,chicago ,convention'72 7ii7 international aviation safety standards2 and 7iii7 recommended practices set forth by the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization2 7,c7 use a standard approach and methodology that will result in an analysis of the aviation safety oversight activities of such foreign country that are carried out to meet the minimum standards contained in ,annexes #a1 #f1 and #h to the ,chicago ,convention in effect on the date of the assessment1 or any such successor documents2 and 7,d7 identify instances of noncompliance pertaining to the aviation safety oversight activities of such foreign country consistent with the ,chicago ,convention1 international aviation safety standards1 and recommended practices set forth by the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization4 7#c7 ,findings of noncompliance ,in any case in which the assessment described in subsection 7a77#a7 finds an instance of non-compliance1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 notify the foreign country that is the subject of such finding2 7,b7 not later than #ij days after transmission of such notification1 request and initiate final discussions with the foreign country to recommend actions by which the foreign country can mitigate the noncompliance2 and 7,c7 after the discussions described in subparagraph 7,b7 have concluded1 determine whether or not the noncompliance finding has been corrected2 7b7 ,uncorrected non-compliance ,if the ,administrator finds that such foreign country has not corrected the non-compliance by the close of such final discussions-- 7#a7 the ,administrator shall notify the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state that the condition of noncompliance remains2 7#b7 the ,administrator1 after consulting with informing the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 shall notify the foreign country of such finding2 and 7#c7 notwithstanding section #djaje7;b71 the ,administrator1 after consulting with the appropriate civil aviation authority of such foreign country and notifying the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 may withhold1 revoke1 or prescribe conditions on the operating authority of a foreign air carrier that-- 7,a7 provides or seeks to provide foreign air transportation to and from the ,united ,states2 or 7,b7 carries or seeks to carry the code of an air carrier4 7c7 ,authority ,notwithstanding subsections 7a7 and 7b71 the ,administrator retains the ability to take immediate safety oversight actions if the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 as needed1 determines that a condition exists that threatens the safety of passengers1 aircraft1 or crew traveling to or from such foreign country4 ,in this event that the ,administrator makes a determination under this subsection1 the ,administrator shall immediately notify the ,secretary of ,state of such determination so that the ,secretary of ,state may issue a travel advisory with respect to such foreign country4 7d7 ,public notification 7#a7 ,in general ,in any case in which the ,administrator provides notification to a foreign country under subsection 7b77#b71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 recommend the actions necessary to bring such foreign country into compliance with the international standards contained in the ,chicago ,convention2 7,b7 publish the identity of such foreign country on the website of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in the ,federal ,register1 and through other mediums appropriate to provide notice to the public2 and 7,c7 brief the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate on the identity of such foreign country and a summary of any critical safety information resulting from an assessment described in subsection 7a77#a74 7#b7 ,compliance ,if the ,administrator finds that a foreign country subsequently corrects all outstanding noncompliances1 the ,administrator1 after consulting with the appropriate civil aviation authority of such foreign country and notifying the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 shall take actions as necessary to ensure the updated compliance status is reflected1 including in the mediums invoked in paragraph 7#a77;,b74 7e7 ,accuracy of the ,,iasa list ,a foreign country that does not have foreign air carrier activity1 as described in subsection 7a77#a71 for an extended period of time1 as determined by the ,administrator1 shall be removed for inactivity from the public listings described in subsection 7d77#a77;,b71 after informing the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state4 7f7 ,consistency 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administration shall use data1 tools1 and methods that ensure transparency and repeatability of assessments conducted under this section4 7#b7 ,training ,the ,administrator shall ensure that ,administration personnel are properly and adequately trained to carry out the assessments set forth in this section1 including with respect to the standards1 methodology1 and material used to make determinations under this section4 4 7b7 ,report to congress ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter through #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the assessments conducted under the amendments made by this section1 including the results of any corrective actions taken by noncompliant foreign countries4 7c7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgdg4 ,aviation safety oversight measures carried out by foreign countries4 4 #cgj4 ,whistleblower protection enforcement ,section #dbaba7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the subsection heading by striking ,department of ,labor complaint procedure and inserting ,department of ,labor and ,federal ,aviation ,administration complaint procedure2 and 7#b7 by striking paragraph 7#e7 and inserting the following3 7#e7 ,enforcement of order ,whenever any person has failed to comply with an order issued under paragraph 7#c71 the ,secretary of ,labor and the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall consult with each other to determine the most appropriate action to be taken1 in which-- 7,a7 the ,secretary of ,labor may file a civil action in the ,united ,states district court for the district in which the violation was found to occur to enforce such order1 for which1 in actions brought under this paragraph1 the district courts shall have jurisdiction to grant all appropriate relief including1 injunctive relief and compensatory damages2 and 7,b7 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration may assess a civil penalty pursuant to section #dfcja4 4 #cga4 ,civil penalties for whistleblower protection program violations ,section #dfcja7;d77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting section #dbaba1 before chapter #dda4 #cgb4 ,enhanced qualification program for restricted airline transport pilot certificate 7a7 ,program 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish the requirements for a program to be known as the ,enhanced ,qualification ,program 7in this section referred to as the ,program7 under which-- 7,a7 qualified air carriers are certified by the ,administrator to provide enhanced training for eligible pilots seeking to obtain restricted airline transport certificates1 either directly by the air carrier or by a certified training institution under part #ada or part #adb of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 that is under contract with the qualified air carrier2 and 7,b7 qualified instructors and evaluators provide enhanced training to eligible pilots pursuant to the curriculum requirements under paragraph 7#d74 7#b7 ,qualified instructors and evaluators ,under the ,program-- 7,a7 all testing and training shall be performed by qualified instructors2 and 7,b7 all evaluations shall be performed by qualified evaluators4 7#c7 ,pilot assessment ,under the ,program1 the ,administrator shall establish guidelines for an assessment that prospective pilots are required to pass in order to participate in the training under the ,program4 ,such assessment shall include an evaluation of the pilot's aptitude1 ability1 and readiness for operation of transport category aircraft4 7#d7 ,program curriculum ,under the ,program1 the ,administrator shall establish requirements for the curriculum to be provided under the ,program4 ,such curriculum shall include-- 7,a7 a nationally standardized1 non-air carrier or aircraft-specific training curriculum which shall-- 7i7 ensure prospective pilots have appropriate knowledge at the commercial pilot certificate1 multi-engine rating1 and instrument rating level2 7ii7 introduce the pilots to concepts associated with air carrier operations2 7iii7 meet all requirements for an ,,atp ,certification ,training ,program under part #fa4aef or part #adb of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7iv7 include a course of instruction designed to prepare the prospective pilot to take the ,,atp ,multiengine ,airplane ,knowledge ,test2 7,b7 an aircraft-specific training curriculum1 developed by the air carrier using objectives and learning standards developed by the ,administrator1 which shall-- 7i7 only be administered to prospective pilots who have completed the requirements under subparagraph 7,a72 7ii7 resemble a type rating training curriculum that includes aircraft ground and flight training that culminates in-- 7,i7 the completion of a maneuvers evaluation that incorporates elements of a type rating practical test2 or 7,,ii7 at the discretion of the air carrier1 an actual type rating practical test resulting in the issuance of a type rating for the specific aircraft2 and 7iii7 ensure the prospective pilot has an adequate understanding and working knowledge of transport category aircraft automation and autoflight systems2 and 7,c7 air carrier-specific procedures using objectives and learning standards developed by the ,administrator to further expand on the concepts described in subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b71 which shall-- 7i7 only be administered to prospective pilots who have completed requirements under subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b7 and an ,,atp ,multiengine ,airplane ,knowledge ,test2 7ii7 include instructions on air carrier checklist usage and standard operating procedures2 and 7iii7 integrate aircraft-specific training in appropriate flight simulation training devices representing the specific aircraft type1 including complete crew resource management and scenario-based training4 7#e7 ,application and certification ,under the ,program1 the ,administrator shall establish a process for air carriers to apply for training program certification4 ,such process shall include a review to ensure that the training provided by the air carrier will meet the requirements of this section1 including-- 7,a7 the assessment requirements under paragraph 7#c72 7,b7 the curriculum requirements under paragraph 7#d72 7,c7 the requirements for qualified instructors under subsection 7d77#e72 and 7,d7 the requirements for eligible pilots under subsection 7d77#b74 7#f7 ,data ,under the ,program1 the ,administrator shall require that each qualified air carrier participating in the ,program collect and submit to the ,administrator such data from the ,program that the ,administrator determines is appropriate for the ,administrator to provide for oversight of the ,program4 7#g7 ,regular inspection ,under the ,program1 the ,administrator shall provide for the regular inspection of qualified air carriers certified under paragraph 7#e7 to ensure that the air carrier continues to meet the requirements under the ,program4 7b7 ,regulations ,the ,administrator may issue regulations or guidance as determined necessary to carry out the ,program4 7c7 ,clarification regarding required flight hours ,the provisions of this section shall have no effect on the total flight hours required under part #fa4aei of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to receive an airline transport pilot certificate1 or the ,administrator's authority under section #bag7;d7 of the ,airline ,safety and ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,extension ,act of #bjaj 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note7 7as in effect on the date of enactment of this section74 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,air carrier ,the term air carrier has the meaning given that term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,eligible pilot ,the term eligible pilot means a pilot that-- 7,a7 has-- 7i7 graduated from a ,united ,states ,armed ,forces undergraduate pilot training school2 7ii7 obtained a degree with an aviation major from an institution of higher education 7as defined in part #fa4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 that has been issued a letter of authorization by the ,administrator under part #fa4afi of such title #ad2 or 7iii7 completed flight and ground training for a commercial pilot certificate in the airplane category and an airplane instrument rating at a certified training institution under part #ada of such title #ad2 7,b7 has a current commercial pilot certificate under part #fa4abc of such title #ad1 with airplane category multi-engine and instrument ratings under part #fa4abi of such title #ad2 and 7,c7 meets the pilot assessment requirements under subsection 7a77#c74 7#c7 ,qualified air carrier ,the term qualified air carrier means an air carrier that has been issued a part #aai operating certificate for conducting operations under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#d7 ,qualified evaluator ,the term qualified evaluator means an individual that meets the requirements for a training center evaluator under part #adb4ee of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or for check airmen under part #aba4daa of such title4 7#e7 ,qualified instructor ,the term qualified instructor means an individual that-- 7,a7 is qualified in accordance with the minimum training requirements for an ,,atp ,certification ,training ,program under paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 of part #aba4daj7;b7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,b7 if the instructor is a flight instructor1 is qualified in accordance with part #aba4daj7;b77#d7 of such title2 7,c7 if the instructor is administering type rating practical tests1 is qualified as an appropriate examiner for such rating2 7,d7 received training in threat and error management1 facilitation1 and risk mitigation determined appropriate by the ,administrator2 and 7,e7 meets any other requirement determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 ,b ,aviation ,cybersecurity #cia4 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,congress has tasked the ,,faa with responsibility for securing the national airspace system1 including the air traffic control system and other air navigation services1 civil aircraft1 and aeronautical products and articles through safety regulation and oversight4 ,these mandates have included protecting against cyber threats affecting aviation safety or the ,administration's provision of safe1 secure1 and efficient air navigation services and airspace management4 7#b7 ,in #bjaf1 ,congress passed the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf1 pursuant to which the ,,faa enhanced the cybersecurity of the national airspace system by-- 7,a7 developing a cybersecurity strategic plan2 7,b7 coordinating with other ,federal agencies to identify cyber vulnerabilities2 7,c7 developing a cyber threat model2 and 7,d7 completing a comprehensive1 strategic policy framework to identify and mitigate cybersecurity risks to the air traffic control system4 7#c7 ,in #bjah1 ,congress passed the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah which-- 7,a7 authorized funding for the construction of ,,faa facilities dedicated to improving the cybersecurity of the national airspace system2 7,b7 required the ,,faa to review and update its comprehensive1 strategic policy framework for cybersecurity to assess the degree to which the framework identifies and addresses known cybersecurity risks associated with the aviation system1 and evaluate existing short- and long-term objectives for addressing cybersecurity risks to the national airspace system2 7,c7 created a ,chief ,technology ,officer position within the ,,faa to be responsible for1 among other things1 coordinating the implementation1 operation1 maintenance1 and cybersecurity of technology programs relating to the air traffic control system with the aviation industry and other ,federal agencies2 and 7,d7 directed the ,national ,academy of ,sciences to study the cybersecurity workforce of the ,,faa in order to develop recommendations to increase the size1 quality1 and diversity of such workforce4 7#d7 ,congress has declared that the ,,faa is the primary ,federal agency to assess and address the threats posed from cyber incidents relating to ,,faa-provided air traffic control and air navigation services and the threats posed from cyber incidents relating to civil aircraft1 aeronautical products and articles1 aviation networks1 aviation systems1 services1 and operations1 and the aerospace industry affecting aviation safety or the provision of safe1 secure1 and efficient air navigation services and airspace management by the ,administration4 #cib4 ,aerospace product safety 7a7 ,cybersecurity standards ,section #ddgja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by inserting cybersecurity1 after quality of work12 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#e7-- 7,a7 by inserting cybersecurity and after standards for2 and 7,b7 by striking procedure and inserting procedures4 7b7 ,exclusive rulemaking authority ,section #ddgja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7g7 ,exclusive rulemaking authority ,notwithstanding any other provision of law and except as provided in section #djaca1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the heads of such other agencies as the ,administrator determines necessary1 shall have exclusive authority to prescribe regulations for purposes of assuring the cybersecurity of civil aircraft1 aircraft engines1 propellers1 and appliances4 4 #cic4 ,federal ,aviation ,administration regulations1 policy1 and guidance 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #djaca4 ,national airspace system cyber threat management process 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in consultation with the heads of other agencies as the ,administrator determines necessary1 shall establish a national airspace system cyber threat management process to protect the national airspace system cyber environment1 including the safety1 security1 and efficiency of air navigation services provided by the ,administration4 7b7 ,issues ,to be addressed ,in establishing the national airspace system cyber threat management process under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 monitor the national airspace system for significant cybersecurity incidents2 7#b7 in consultation with appropriate ,federal agencies1 evaluate the cyber threat landscape for the national airspace system1 including updating such evaluation on both annual and threat-based timelines2 7#c7 conduct national airspace system cyber incident analyses2 7#d7 create a cyber common operating picture for the national airspace system cyber environment2 7#e7 coordinate national airspace system significant cyber incident responses with other appropriate ,federal agencies2 7#f7 track significant cyber incident detection1 response1 mitigation implementation1 recovery1 and closure2 7#g7 establish a process1 or utilize existing processes1 to share relevant significant cyber incident data related to the national airspace system2 7#h7 facilitate significant cybersecurity reporting1 including through the ,cybersecurity and ,infrastructure ,agency2 and 7#i7 consider any other matter the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,cyber common operating picture ,the term cyber common operating picture means the correlation of a detected cyber incident or cyber threat in the national airspace system and other operational anomalies to provide a holistic view of potential cause and impact4 7#b7 ,cyber environment ,the term cyber environment means the information environment consisting of the interdependent networks of information technology infrastructures and resident data1 including the internet1 telecommunications networks1 computer systems1 and embedded processors and controllers4 7#c7 ,cyber incident ,the term cyber incident means an action that creates noticeable degradation1 disruption1 or destruction to the cyber environment and causes a safety or other negative impact on operations of-- 7,a7 the national airspace system2 7,b7 civil aircraft2 or 7,c7 aeronautical products and articles4 7#d7 ,cyber threat ,the term cyber threat means the threat of an action that1 if carried out1 would constitute a cyber incident or an electronic attack4 7#e7 ,electronic attack ,the term electronic attack means the use of electromagnetic spectrum energy to impede operations in the cyber environment1 including through techniques such as jamming or spoofing4 7#f7 ,significant cyber incident ,the term significant cyber incident means a cyber incident1 or a group of related cyber incidents1 that the ,administrator determines is likely to result in demonstrable harm to the national airspace system of the ,united ,states4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #djaca4 ,national airspace system cyber threat management process4 4 #cid4 ,securing aircraft avionics systems ,section #ejf7;a7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjd note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7 by striking consider1 where appropriate1 revising and inserting revise1 as appropriate1 existing2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking and at the end2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#b7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#d7 by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 to establish a process and timeline by which software-based systems and equipment1 including aircraft flight critical systems of aircraft operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 can be regularly screened to attempt to determine whether the software-based systems and equipment have been compromised by unauthorized external or internal access4 4 #cie4 ,civil aviation cybersecurity rulemaking committee 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee on civil aircraft cybersecurity to conduct reviews 7as segmented under subsection 7c77 and develop findings and recommendations on cybersecurity standards for civil aircraft1 aircraft ground support information systems1 airports1 air traffic control mission systems1 and aeronautical products and articles4 7b7 ,duties ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 for each segmented review conducted by the committee convened under subsection 7a71 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report based on the findings of such review2 and 7#b7 not later than #ahj days after the date of submission of a report under paragraph 7#a7 and1 in consultation with other agencies as the ,administrator determines necessary1 for consensus recommendations reached by such aviation rulemaking committee-- 7,a7 undertake a rulemaking1 if appropriate1 based on such recommendations2 and 7,b7 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a supplemental report with explanations for each consensus recommendation not addressed1 if applicable1 by a rulemaking under subparagraph 7,a74 7c7 ,segmentation ,in tasking the aviation rulemaking committee with developing findings and recommendations relating to aviation cybersecurity1 the ,administrator shall direct such committee to segment and sequence work by the topic or subject matter of regulation1 including by directing the committee to establish subgroups to consider different topics and subject matters4 7d7 ,composition ,the aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection 7a7 shall consist of members appointed by the ,administrator1 including representatives of-- 7#a7 aircraft manufacturers1 to include at least #a manufacturer of transport category aircraft2 7#b7 air carriers2 7#c7 unmanned aircraft system stakeholders1 including operators1 service suppliers1 and manufacturers of hardware components and software applications2 7#d7 manufacturers of powered-lift aircraft2 7#e7 airports2 7#f7 original equipment manufacturers of ground and space-based aviation infrastructure2 7#g7 aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of aircraft cybersecurity2 and 7#h7 a nonprofit which operates #a or more federally funded research and development centers with specific knowledge of aviation and cybersecurity4 7e7 ,member eligibility ,prior to a member's appointment under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator shall establish appropriate requirements related to nondisclosure1 background investigations1 security clearances1 or other screening mechanisms for applicable members of the aviation rulemaking committee who require access to sensitive security information or other protected information relevant to the member's duties on the rulemaking committee4 ,members shall protect the sensitive security information in accordance with part #aebj of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7f7 ,prohibition on compensation ,the members of the aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection 7a7 shall not receive pay1 allowances1 or benefits from the ,government by reason of their service on such committee4 7g7 ,considerations ,the ,administrator may direct such committee to consider-- 7#a7 existing aviation cybersecurity standards1 regulations1 policies1 and guidance1 including those from other ,federal agencies1 and the need to harmonize or deconflict proposed and existing standards1 regulations1 policies1 and guidance2 7#b7 threat- and risk-based security approaches used by the aviation industry1 including the assessment of the potential costs and benefits of cybersecurity actions2 7#c7 data gathered from cybersecurity or safety reporting2 7#d7 the diversity of operations and systems on aircraft and amongst air carriers2 7#e7 design approval holder aircraft network security guidance for operators2 7#f7 ,,faa services1 aviation industry services1 and aircraft use of positioning1 navigation1 and timing data in the context of ,executive ,order ,no4 #acije1 as in effect on the date of enactment of this ,act2 7#g7 updates needed to airworthiness regulations and systems safety assessment methods used to show compliance with airworthiness requirements for design1 function1 installation1 and certification of civil aircraft1 aeronautical products and articles1 and aircraft networks2 7#h7 updates needed to air carrier operating and maintenance regulations to ensure continued adherence with processes and procedures established in airworthiness regulations to provide cybersecurity protections for aircraft systems1 including for continued airworthiness2 7#i7 policies and procedures to coordinate with other ,federal agencies1 including intelligence agencies1 and the aviation industry in sharing information and analyses related to cyber threats to civil aircraft information1 data1 networks1 systems1 services1 operations1 and technology and aeronautical products and articles2 7#aj7 the response of the ,administrator and aviation industry to1 and recovery from1 cyber incidents1 including by coordinating with other ,federal agencies1 including intelligence agencies2 7#aa7 processes for members of the aviation industry to voluntarily report to the ,,faa cyber incidents that may affect aviation safety in a manner that protects trade secrets and confidential business information2 7#ab7 appropriate cybersecurity controls for aircraft networks1 aircraft systems1 and aeronautical products and articles to protect aviation safety1 including airworthiness2 7#ac7 appropriate cybersecurity controls for airports relative to the size and nature of airside operations of such airports to ensure aviation safety2 7#ad7 minimum standards for protecting civil aircraft1 aeronautical products and articles1 aviation networks1 aviation systems1 services1 and operations from cyber threats and cyber incidents2 7#ae7 international collaboration1 where appropriate and consistent with the interests of aviation safety in air commerce and national security1 with other civil aviation authorities1 international aviation and standards organizations1 and any other appropriate entities to protect civil aviation from cyber incidents and cyber threats2 7#af7 activities of the ,administrator under section #ejf of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjd note7 7as amended by section #cid72 and 7#ag7 any other matter the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7h7 ,definitions ,the definitions set forth in section #djaca of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as added by this subtitle71 shall apply to this section4 #cif4 ,,gao report on cybersecurity of commercial aviation avionics 7a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a review on the consideration1 identification1 and inclusion of aircraft cybersecurity into the strategic framework of principles and policies developed pursuant to section #baaa of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddijc note74 7b7 ,contents ,in carrying out the review under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall assess-- 7#a7 how onboard aircraft cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities are defined1 identified1 and accounted for in the comprehensive and strategic framework described in subsection 7a71 including how the implementation of such framework protects and defends ,,faa networks and systems to mitigate risks to ,,faa missions and service delivery2 7#b7 how onboard aircraft cybersecurity1 particularly of aircraft avionics1 is considered1 incorporated1 and prioritized for mitigation in the cybersecurity strategy1 including pursuant to the framework described in paragraph 7#a72 7#c7 how the ,transportation ,security ,agency and ,,faa differentiate and manage the roles and responsibilities for the cybersecurity of aircraft and ground systems2 7#d7 how cybersecurity vulnerabilities of aircraft and ground systems are considered1 incorporated1 and prioritized for mitigation in the cybersecurity strategy2 and 7#e7 the budgets of the parties responsible for implementing the strategy framework for aviation security1 as identified in subsection 7a71 to satisfy mitigation requirements necessary to secure the aviation ecosystem from onboard cybersecurity vulnerabilities4 7c7 ,report required ,not later than #b years after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit a report containing the results of the review required by this section to-- 7#a7 the appropriate committees of ,congress2 7#b7 the ,committee on ,homeland ,security of the ,house of ,representatives2 and 7#c7 the ,committee on ,homeland ,security and ,governmental ,affairs of the ,senate4 ,,iv ,aerospace ,workforce #dja4 ,repeal of duplicative or obsolete workforce programs 7a7 ,repeal ,sections #ddeaj and #ddeae of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 are repealed4 7b7 ,clerical amendments ,the analysis for chapter #dde of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the items relating to sections #ddeaj and #ddeae4 #djb4 ,civil airmen statistics 7a7 ,publication frequency ,the ,administrator shall publish the study commonly referred to as the ,u4,s4 ,civil ,airmen ,statistics on a monthly basis4 7b7 ,presentation of data ,the ,administrator shall make the data from the study under subsection 7a7 publicly available on the website of the ,administration in a user-friendly1 downloadable format4 7c7 ,expanded data criteria ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall ensure that data sets and tables published as part of the study described in subsection 7a7 display information relating to the sex of certificate holders in more instances4 7d7 ,historical data ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall make all previously published annual data from the study described in subsection 7a7 available on the website of the ,administration4 #djc4 ,bessie ,coleman ,women in ,aviation ,advisory ,committee 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall establish the ,bessie ,coleman ,women in ,aviation ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee74 7b7 ,purpose ,the ,committee shall advise the ,secretary and the ,administrator on matters and policies related to promoting the recruitment1 retention1 employment1 education1 training1 career advancement1 and well-being of women in the aviation industry and aviation-focused ,federal civil service positions4 7c7 ,form of directives ,all activities carried out by the ,committee1 including special committees1 shall be in response to written terms of work from the ,secretary or taskings approved by a majority of the voting members of the ,committee and may not duplicate the objectives of the ,air ,carrier ,training ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee4 7d7 ,functions ,in carrying out the directives described in subsection 7c71 the functions of the ,committee are as follows3 7#a7 ,foster industry collaboration in an open and transparent manner by engaging1 as prescribed by this section1 with representatives of the private sector associated with an entity described in subsection 7e77#a77;,b74 7#b7 ,make recommendations for strategic objectives1 priorities1 and policies that would improve the recruitment1 retention1 training1 and career advancement of women in aviation professions4 7#c7 ,evaluate opportunities for the ,administration to improve the recruitment and retention of women in the ,administration4 7#d7 ,periodically review and update the recommendations directed to the ,,faa and non-,,faa entities produced by the ,advisory ,board created pursuant to section #fab of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 to improve the implementation of such recommendations4 7#e7 ,coordinate with the ,office of ,civil ,rights of the ,department of ,transportation and the ,federal ,women's ,program of the ,,faa to ensure directives described in subsection 7c7 do not duplicate objectives of such office or program4 7e7 ,membership 7#a7 ,voting members ,the ,committee shall be composed of the following members3 7,a7 ,the ,administrator1 or the designee of the ,administrator4 7,b7 ,at least #be individuals1 appointed by the ,secretary1 representing the following3 7i7 ,aircraft manufacturers and aerospace companies4 7ii7 ,public and private aviation labor organizations1 including collective bargaining representatives of-- 7,i7 aviation safety inspectors and safety engineers of the ,,faa2 7,,ii7 air traffic controllers2 7,,iii7 certified aircraft maintenance technicians2 and 7,,iv7 commercial airline crewmembers4 7iii7 ,general aviation operators4 7iv7 ,air carriers4 7v7 ,business aviation operators1 including powered-lift operators4 7vi7 ,unmanned aircraft systems operators4 7vii7 ,aviation safety management experts4 7viii7 ,aviation maintenance1 repair1 and overhaul entities4 7ix7 ,airport owners1 operators1 and employees4 7x7 ,institutions of higher education 7as defined in section #aja of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja771 a postsecondary vocational institution 7as defined in section #ajb7;c7 of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajjb771 or a high school or secondary school 7as such terms are defined in section #haja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja774 7xi7 ,a flight school that provides flight training1 as defined in part #fa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or that holds a pilot school certificate under part #ada of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7xii7 ,aviation maintenance technician schools governed under part #adg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7xiii7 ,engineering business associations4 7xiv7 ,civil ,air ,patrol4 7xv7 ,nonprofit organizations within the aviation industry4 7#b7 ,nonvoting members 7,a7 ,in general ,in addition to the members appointed under paragraph 7#a71 the ,committee shall be composed of not more than #e nonvoting members appointed by the ,secretary from among officers or employees of the ,,faa1 at least #a of which shall be an employee of the ,office of ,civil ,rights of the ,,faa4 7,b7 ,additional nonvoting members ,the ,secretary may invite representatives from the ,department of ,education and ,department of ,labor to serve as nonvoting members on the ,committee4 7,c7 ,duties ,the nonvoting members may-- 7i7 take part in deliberations of the ,committee2 and 7ii7 provide subject matter expertise with respect to reports and recommendations of the ,committee4 7,d7 ,limitation ,the nonvoting members may not represent any stakeholder interest other than that of the respective ,federal agency of the member4 7#c7 ,terms ,each voting member and nonvoting member of the ,committee appointed by the ,secretary shall be appointed for a term that expires not later than the date on which the authorization of the ,committee expires under subsection 7k74 7#d7 ,committee characteristics ,the ,committee shall have the following characteristics3 7,a7 ,the ability to obtain necessary information from additional experts in the aviation and aerospace communities4 7,b7 ,a membership that enables the ,committee to have substantive discussions and reach consensus on issues in a timely manner4 7,c7 ,appropriate expertise1 including expertise in human resources1 human capital management1 policy1 labor relations1 employment training1 workforce development1 and youth outreach4 7#e7 ,date ,not later than #i months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall make the appointments described in this subsection4 7f7 ,chairperson 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,committee shall select a chairperson from among the voting members of the ,committee4 7#b7 ,term ,the ,chairperson shall serve a #b-year term4 7g7 ,meetings 7#a7 ,frequency ,the ,committee shall meet at least twice each year at the call of the ,chairperson or the ,secretary4 7#b7 ,public attendance ,the meetings of the ,committee shall be open and accessible to the public4 7#c7 ,administrative support ,the ,secretary shall furnish the ,committee with logistical and administrative support to enable the ,committee to perform the duties of the ,committee4 7h7 ,special committees 7#a7 ,establishment ,the ,committee may establish special committees composed of industry representatives1 members of the public1 labor representatives1 and other relevant parties in complying with the consultation and participation requirements under subsection 7d74 7#b7 ,applicable law ,chapter #aj of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall not apply to a special committee established by the ,committee4 7i7 ,personnel matters 7#a7 ,no compensation of members 7,a7 ,non-,federal employees ,a member of the ,committee who is not an officer or employee of the ,government shall serve without compensation4 7,b7 ,federal employees ,a member of the ,committee who is an officer or employee of the ,federal ,government shall serve without compensation in addition to the compensation received for the services of the member as an officer or employee of the ,federal ,government4 7#b7 ,death or resignation ,if a member of the ,committee dies or resigns during the term of service of such member1 the ,secretary shall designate a successor for the unexpired term of such member4 7j7 ,reports 7#a7 ,task reports ,the ,committee shall submit to the ,secretary and the appropriate committees of ,congress annual reports detailing the completion of each directive summarizing the-- 7,a7 findings and associated recommendations of the ,committee for any legislative and administrative actions the ,committee considers appropriate to improve the advancement of women in aviation2 and 7,b7 planned activities of the ,committee1 as directed by the ,secretary or approved by a majority of voting members of the ,committee1 and proposed terms of work to fulfill each activity4 7#b7 ,additional reports ,the ,committee may submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress1 the ,secretary1 and the ,administrator additional reports and recommendations related to education1 training1 recruitment1 retention1 and advancement of women in the aviation industry as the ,committee determines appropriate4 7k7 ,sunset ,the authorization of the ,committee shall expire on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #djd4 ,,faa engagement and collaboration with ,h,b,c,us and ,m,s,is 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator-- 7#a7 shall continue-- 7,a7 to partner with and conduct outreach to ,historically ,black ,colleges and ,universities and minority serving institutions to promote awareness of educational and career opportunities1 including the ,educational ,partnership ,initiative of the ,,faa1 and develop curriculum related to aerospace1 aviation1 and air traffic control2 and 7,b7 operation of the ,minority ,serving ,institutions ,internship ,program2 and 7#b7 may-- 7,a7 make internship placements under the ,minority ,serving ,institutions ,internship ,program available during academic sessions throughout the year2 and 7,b7 extend an internship placement under the ,minority ,serving ,institutions ,internship ,program for a student beyond a single academic session4 7b7 ,program data ,in carrying out the ,minority ,serving ,institutions ,internship ,program1 the ,administrator shall track data1 including annual metrics measuring the following with respect to such ,program3 7#a7 ,the total number of applicants4 7#b7 ,the total number of applicants offered an internship and the total number of applicants who accept an internship4 7#c7 ,the line of business in which each intern is placed4 7#d7 ,the conversion rate of interns in the ,program who are hired as full-time ,,faa employees4 7c7 ,minority serving institution defined ,in this section1 the term minority serving institution means an institution described in paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#g7 of section #cga7;a7 of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajfgq7a774 #dje4 ,airman knowledge testing working group 7a7 ,working group ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall task the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee to establish a working group to assess and evaluate the appropriateness of allowing a high school student1 upon successful completion of an aviation maintenance curriculum1 to take the general written knowledge portion of the mechanic exam described in section #fe4ge of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 at an ,,faa-approved testing center4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #ah months after the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee tasks the working group under subsection 7a71 the working group shall submit to the ,administrator a final report with relevant findings and recommendations4 7c7 ,high school defined ,in this section1 the term high school has the meaning given such term in section #haja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja74 #djf4 ,airman ,certification ,standards 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall use the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee ,airman ,certification ,system ,working ,group 7in this section referred to as the ,working ,group7 to review airman certification standards and ensure that airman proficiency and knowledge correlates and corresponds to regulations1 procedures1 equipment1 aviation infrastructure1 and safety trends at the time of such review4 7b7 ,duties ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,working ,group shall-- 7#a7 obtain industry recommendations on maintaining and updating airman certification standards1 including guidance documents and airman tests2 7#b7 ensure tasks carried out by the ,working ,group are addressed and completed in a timely and efficient manner2 and 7#c7 recommend to the ,administrator a means by which the ,,faa may communicate to industry the process for establishing1 updating1 and maintaining airman certification standards1 including relevant guidance documents1 handbooks1 and airman test materials4 #djg4 ,airman's ,medical ,bill of ,rights 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,development ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop a document 7in this section referred to as the ,airman's ,medical ,bill of ,rights7 detailing the rights of an individual before1 during1 and after a medical examination conducted by an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner4 7#b7 ,contents ,the ,airman's ,medical ,bill of ,rights required under paragraph 7#a7 shall1 at a minimum1 contain information about the right of an individual to-- 7,a7 bring a trusted companion or request to have a chaperone present for a medical examination2 7,b7 terminate an exam in accordance with guidelines from the ,administrator for appropriately terminating such exam2 7,c7 receive medical examination with respect and recognition of the dignity of the individual2 7,d7 be assured of privacy and confidentiality2 7,e7 select an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner of the choice of the individual1 as long as the ,aviation ,medical ,examiner has the required designations2 7,f7 privacy when changing1 undressing1 and using the restroom2 7,g7 ask questions about ,,faa medical standards and the applicability to the current health status of the individual2 7,h7 report an incident of misconduct by an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner to the appropriate authorities1 including to the ,state licensing board of the ,aviation ,medical ,examiner or the ,,faa2 7,i7 report to the ,administrator an allegation regarding alleged ,aviation ,medical ,examiner misconduct without fear of retaliation or negative action relating to an airman certificate of the individual2 and 7,j7 be advised of any known conflicts of interest an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner may have with respect to the medical examination of the individual4 7#c7 ,public availability ,the ,airman's ,medical ,bill of ,rights required under paragraph 7#a7 shall be-- 7,a7 made available to1 and acknowledged by1 an individual in the ,med,xpress system 7or any successor system72 7,b7 made available in a hard-copy format by an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner at the time of exam upon request by an individual2 and 7,c7 displayed in a common space in the office of the ,aviation ,medical ,examiner4 7b7 ,expectations for medical examinations 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop a simplified document explaining the standard procedures performed during a medical examination conducted by an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner4 7#b7 ,public availability ,the document required under paragraph 7#a7 shall be-- 7,a7 made available to1 and acknowledged by1 an individual in the ,med,xpress system 7or any successor system72 7,b7 made available in a hard-copy format by an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner at the time of exam upon request by an individual2 and 7,c7 displayed in a common space in the office of the ,aviation ,medical ,examiner4 #djh4 ,improved designee misconduct reporting process 7a7 ,improved designee misconduct reporting process 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish a streamlined process for individuals involved in incidents of alleged misconduct by a designee to report such incidents in a manner that protects the privacy and confidentiality of such individuals4 7#b7 ,public access to reporting process ,the process for reporting alleged misconduct by a designee shall be made available to the public on the website of the ,administration1 including-- 7,a7 the designee locator search webpage2 and 7,b7 the webpage of the ,office of ,audit and ,evaluation of the ,,faa4 7#c7 ,obligation to report criminal charges ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall revise the orders and policies governing the ,designee ,management ,system to clarify that designees are obligated to report any arrest1 indictment1 or conviction for violation of a local1 ,state1 or ,federal law within a period of time specified by the ,administrator4 7#d7 ,audit of reporting process by inspector general 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date on which the ,administrator finalizes the update of the reporting process under paragraph 7#a71 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall conduct an audit of such reporting process4 7,b7 ,contents ,in conducting the audit of the reporting process described in subparagraph 7,a71 the inspector general shall1 at a minimum-- 7i7 review the efforts of the ,administration to improve the reporting process and solutions developed to respond to and investigate allegations of misconduct2 7ii7 analyze reports of misconduct brought to the ,administrator prior to any changes made to the reporting process as a result of the enactment of this ,act1 including the ultimate outcomes of those reports and whether any reports resulted in the ,administrator taking action against the accused designee2 7iii7 determine whether the reporting process results in appropriate action1 including reviewing1 investigating1 and closing out reports2 and 7iv7 if applicable1 make recommendations to improve the reporting process4 7,c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of initiation of the audit described in subparagraph 7,a71 the inspector general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of such audit1 including findings and recommendations4 7b7 ,designee defined ,in this section1 the term designee means an individual who has been designated to act as a representative of the ,administrator as-- 7#a7 an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner 7as described in section #ahc4ba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 7#b7 a pilot examiner 7as described in section #ahc4bc of such title72 or 7#c7 a technical personnel examiner 7as described in section #ahc4be of such title74 #dji4 ,report on safe uniform options for certain aviation employees 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall review whether air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and repair stations certificated under part #ade of such title have in place uniform policies and uniform offerings that ensure pregnant employees can perform required duties safely4 7b7 ,consultation ,in conducting the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consult with air carriers and repair stations described in subsection 7a7 and employees of such air carriers and such stations who are required to adhere to a uniform policy4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the review required under subsection 7a74 #daj4 ,human factors professionals ,the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to establish a new work code for human factors professionals who-- 7#a7 perform work involving the design and testing of technologies1 processes1 and systems which require effective and safe human performance2 7#b7 generate and apply theories1 principles1 practical concepts1 systems1 and processes related to the design and testing of technologies1 systems1 and training programs to support and evaluate human performance in work contexts2 and 7#c7 meet education or experience requirements as determined by the ,administrator4 #daa4 ,aeromedical innovation and modernization working group 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish a working group 7in this section referred to as the working group7 to review the medical processes1 policies1 and procedures of the ,administration and to make recommendations to the ,administrator on modernizing such processes1 policies1 and procedures to ensure timely and efficient certification of airmen4 7b7 ,membership 7#a7 ,in general ,the working group shall consist of-- 7,a7 #b co-chairs described in paragraph 7#b72 and 7,b7 not less than #ae individuals appointed by the ,administrator1 each of whom shall have knowledge or a background in aerospace medicine1 psychiatry1 neurology1 cardiology1 or internal medicine4 7#b7 ,co-chairs ,the working group shall be co-chaired by-- 7,a7 the ,federal ,air ,surgeon of the ,,faa2 and 7,b7 a member described under paragraph 7#a77;,a7 to be selected by members of the working group4 7#c7 ,preference ,the ,administrator1 in appointing members pursuant to paragraph 7#a77;,b71 shall give preference to-- 7,a7 ,aviation ,medical ,examiners 7as described in section #ahc4ba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 7,b7 licensed medical physicians2 7,c7 practitioners holding a pilot certificate2 and 7,d7 individuals having demonstrated research and expertise in aeromedical research or sciences4 7c7 ,activities ,in reviewing the aeromedical decision-making processes1 policies1 and procedures of the ,administration in accordance with subsection 7a71 the working group1 at a minimum1 shall-- 7#a7 assess the medical conditions an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner may issue a medical certificate directly to an individual2 7#b7 determine the appropriateness of the list of such medical conditions as of the date of enactment of this ,act2 7#c7 assess the special issuance process2 7#d7 determine the appropriateness of whether a renewal of a special issuance can be based on a medical evaluation and treatment plan by the treating medical specialist of the individual pursuant to approval from an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner2 7#e7 evaluate advancements in technologies to address forms of red-green color blindness and determine whether such technologies may be approved for use by airmen2 7#f7 review policies and guidance relating to ,attention-,deficit ,hyperactivity ,disorder and ,attention ,deficit ,disorder2 7#g7 evaluate whether medications used to treat such disorders may be safely prescribed to airmen2 7#h7 review protocols pertaining to the ,human ,intervention ,motivation ,study of the ,,faa2 7#i7 review protocols and policies relating to-- 7,a7 neurological disorders2 and 7,b7 cardiovascular conditions to ensure alignment with medical best practices1 latest research2 7#aj7 review mental health protocols and medications approved for treating such mental health conditions1 including such actions taken resulting from recommendations by the ,mental ,health and ,aviation ,medical ,clearances ,rulemaking ,committee2 7#aa7 assess processes and protocols pertaining to recertification of airmen receiving disability insurance post-recovery from the medical condition1 injury1 or disability that precludes airmen from exercising the privileges of an airman certificate2 7#ab7 assess processes and protocols pertaining to the certification of veterans reporting a disability rating from the ,department of ,veterans ,affairs2 and 7#ac7 assess and evaluate the user interface and information-sharing capabilities of any online medical portal administered by the ,,faa4 7d7 ,aviation workforce mental health task group 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than #abj days after the working group pursuant to subsection 7a7 is established1 the co-chairs of such working group shall establish an aviation workforce mental health task group 7referred to in this subsection as the task group7 to oversee1 monitor1 and evaluate efforts of the ,administrator related to supporting the mental health of the aviation workforce4 7#b7 ,composition ,the co-chairs of such working group shall appoint-- 7,a7 a ,chair of the task group2 and 7,b7 members of the task group from among the members of the working group appointed by the ,administrator under subsection 7b77#a74 7#c7 ,duties ,the duties of the task group shall include-- 7,a7 carrying out the activities described in subsection 7c77#aj72 7,b7 soliciting feedback from aviation industry professionals or other licensed professionals representing air carrier operations under part #aba and part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and general aviation operations under part #ia of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,c7 reviewing and evaluating guidance issued by the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization on aviation workforce mental health2 7,d7 providing advice1 as appropriate1 on the implementation of the final recommendations issued by the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation in the report titled1 ,,faa ,conduct ,comprehensive ,evaluations of ,pilots ,with ,mental ,health ,challenges1 but ,opportunities ,exist to ,further ,mitigate ,safety ,risks1 published on ,july #ab1 #bjbc 7,,av#bjbcjch72 7,e7 monitoring and evaluating the implementation of recommendations by the ,mental ,health and ,aviation ,medical ,clearances ,rulemaking ,committee2 7,f7 expanding and improving mental health outreach1 education1 and assistance programs for the aviation workforce2 and 7,g7 reducing the stigma associated with mental healthcare in the aviation workforce4 7#d7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of the establishment of the task group1 the task group shall submit to the ,secretary and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report detailing-- 7,a7 the results of the review under paragraph 7#c77;,a72 and 7,b7 progress on the implementation of recommendations pursuant to subparagraphs 7,d7 and 7,e7 of paragraph 7#c72 and 7,c7 the activities carried out pursuant to fulfilling the duties described in subparagraphs 7,f7 and 7,g7 of paragraph 7#c74 7e7 ,support ,the ,administrator shall seek to enter into #a or more agreements with the ,national ,academies to support the activities of the working group described in subsection 7c74 7f7 ,findings and recommendations ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter1 the working group shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings and recommendations resulting from the activities carried out under subsection 7c74 7g7 ,implementation ,not later than #a year after receiving recommendations outlined in the report under subsection 7f71 the ,administrator may take such action1 as appropriate1 to implement such recommendations4 7h7 ,sunset ,the working group shall terminate on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #dab4 ,frontline manager workload study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall conduct a study on frontline manager workload challenges in air traffic control facilities4 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may-- 7#a7 consider-- 7,a7 workload challenges including-- 7i7 the tasks expected to be performed by frontline managers1 including employee development1 management1 and counseling2 7ii7 the number of supervisory positions of operations requiring watch coverage in each air traffic control facility2 7iii7 the complexity of traffic and managerial responsibilities2 and 7iv7 proficiency and training requirements2 7,b7 facility type2 7,c7 facility staffing levels2 and 7,d7 any other factors as the ,administrator considers appropriate2 and 7#b7 describe recommendations for updates to the ,frontline ,manager's ,quick ,reference ,guide that reflect current operational standards4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a74 #dac4 ,medical ,portal ,modernization ,task ,group 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #abj days after the working group pursuant to section #daa is established1 the co-chairs of such working group shall establish a medical portal modernization task group 7in this section referred to as the task group7 to evaluate the user interface and information sharing capabilities of an online medical portal administered by the ,,faa4 7b7 ,composition ,the co-chairs of the working group provided for in section #daa shall appoint-- 7#a7 a ,chair of the task group2 and 7#b7 members of the task group from among the members of the working group appointed by the ,administrator under section #daa7;b74 7c7 ,assessment2 recommendations ,the task group shall1 at a minimum1 assess and evaluate the capabilities of any such medical portal and provide recommendations to improve the following3 7#a7 ,the cybersecurity protections and protocols of any such medical portal1 including the secure exchange of health information and records between ,aviation ,medical ,examiners and pilots1 or their designee1 including the ability for airmen to submit additional information requested by the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,the status of an airman's medical application and the disclosure of how long an airman can expect to wait for a final determination to be issued by the ,administrator4 7#c7 ,the disclosure of the name and contact information of the ,administrator's representative managing an airman's case so that an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner has a point of contact within the ,administration who is familiar with an airman's application4 7d7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the duties described in subsection 7c71 the task group may consult with cybersecurity experts and individuals with a knowledge of securing electronic health care transactions4 7e7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of the establishment of the task group1 the task group shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report detailing activities and recommendations of the task group4 7f7 ,implementation ,not later than #a year after receiving the report described in subsection 7e71 the ,administrator may take such action as may be necessary to implement recommendations of the task group to improve any such medical portal4 #dad4 ,study of high school aviation maintenance training programs 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study to assess high school aviation maintenance technician programs and identify any barriers for graduates of such programs with respect to-- 7#a7 pursuing post-secondary or vocational academic training at an ,,faa-approved aviation maintenance technician school2 or 7#b7 obtaining the training and experience necessary to become an ,,faa-certificated mechanic through on-the-job training or alternative pathways4 7b7 ,contents ,the study required under subsection 7a7 shall assess the following3 7#a7 ,the number of high school aviation maintenance programs in the ,united ,states and the typical career outcomes for graduates of such programs4 7#b7 ,the extent to which such programs offer curricula that align with ,,faa mechanic ,airman ,certification ,standards4 7#c7 ,the number of such programs that partner with ,,faa-approved aviation maintenance technician schools 7as described in part #adg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations74 7#d7 ,the level of engagement between the ,,faa and high school aviation maintenance programs with respect to developing curricula to build the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for a student to attain ,,faa mechanic certification and associated ratings4 7#e7 ,barriers to accessing the general knowledge test described in section #fe4ga7;a77#c7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#f7 ,the applicability of all ,,faa regulations and policies in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this ,act as such regulations and policies apply to student enrollees of high school aviation maintenance programs and whether such regulations or policies pose any barriers to students interested in pursuing a career in the field of aviation maintenance4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the completion of the study required under this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall provide to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings of such study1 including recommendations for any legislative and administrative actions as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 #dae4 ,improved access to air traffic control simulation training 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall continue making tower simulator systems 7in this section referred to as ,,tss7 more accessible to all air traffic controller specialists assigned to an air traffic control tower of the ,,faa 7in this section referred to as an ,,atct71 regardless of facility assignment4 7b7 ,cloud-based visual database and software system ,not later than #cj months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop and implement a cloud-based visual database and software system that is compatible with existing and future ,,tss that1 at a minimum1 includes-- 7#a7 the unique runway layout1 approach paths1 and lines of sight of every ,,atct2 and 7#b7 specifications that meet all applicable data security requirements4 7c7 ,,tss upgrades ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall upgrade existing1 permanent ,,tss so that the ,,tss is1 at a minimum1 capable of-- 7#a7 securely and quickly downloading data from the cloud-based visual database and software system described in subsection 7b72 and 7#b7 running scenarios for each ,,atct involving differing levels of air traffic volume and varying complexities1 including1 aircraft emergencies1 rapidly changing weather1 issuance of safety alerts1 special air traffic procedures for events of national or international significance1 and recovering from unforeseen events or losses of separation4 7d7 ,mobile ,,tss ,not later than #d years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall acquire and implement mobile ,,tss at each ,,atct that is without an existing1 permanent ,,tss so that the mobile ,,tss is capable of1 at a minimum1 the capabilities described in paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 of subsection 7c74 7e7 ,collaboration ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator may collaborate with the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 #daf4 ,air traffic controller instructor recruitment1 hiring1 and retention 7a7 ,in general ,no later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate a study examining the recruitment1 hiring1 and retention of air traffic controller instructors and the projected number of instructors needed to maintain the safety of the national airspace system over a #e-year period beginning with fiscal year #bjbe4 7b7 ,contents ,the ,administrator shall include in the study required under subsection 7a7 the following3 7#a7 ,an examination of projected instructor staffing targets1 including the number of on-the-job instructors needed for the instruction and training of ,certified ,professional ,controllers 7in this section referred to as ,c,p,cs7 in training4 7#b7 ,an analysis on whether involving additional retired ,c,p,cs as instructors1 including for classroom training1 would produce improvements in air traffic controller instruction and training4 7#c7 ,recommendations on how and where to utilize retired ,c,p,cs4 7#d7 ,the effect on the ability of active ,c,p,cs to carry out on-the-job duties1 other than instruction1 and any related efficiencies if additional retired ,c,p,cs were involved as instructors4 7#e7 ,the known vulnerabilities1 as categorized by ,,faa ,air ,traffic ,organization regions1 in cases in which the ,,faa requires ,c,p,cs to provide instruction and training to ,c,p,cs in training is a significant burden on ,,faa air traffic controller staffing levels4 7c7 ,deadline ,not later than #b years after the date on which the ,administrator initiates the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the study and any actions that may be taken by the ,administrator based on such results4 #dag4 ,ensuring hiring of air traffic control specialists is based on assessment of job-relevant aptitudes 7a7 ,review of the air traffic skills assessment ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review and revise1 if necessary1 the ,air ,traffic ,skills ,assessment 7in this section referred to as the ,,at-,,sa7 administered to air traffic controller applicants described in clauses 7ii7 and 7iii7 of section #ddejf7;f77#a77;,b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 in accordance with the following requirements1 the ,administrator shall3 7#a7 ,evaluate all questions on the ,,at-,,sa and determine whether a peer-reviewed job analysis that ensures all questions test job-relevant aptitudes would result in improvements in the air traffic control specialist workforce training and hiring process4 7#b7 ,assess the assumptions and methodologies used to develop the ,,at-,,sa1 the job-relevant aptitudes measured1 and the scoring process for the assessment4 7#c7 ,assess whether any other revisions to the ,,at-,,sa are necessary to enhance the air traffic control specialist workforce training and hiring process4 7b7 ,,dot inspector general report ,not later than #ahj days after the completion of the review and any necessary revision of the ,,at-,,sa required under subsection 7a71 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall submit to the ,administrator1 the appropriate committees of ,congress1 and1 upon request1 to any member of ,congress1 a report that assesses the ,,at-,,sa and any applicable revisions1 a description of any associated actions taken by the ,administrator1 and any other recommendations to address the results of the report4 #dah4 ,pilot program to provide veterans with pilot training services 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,education and the ,secretary of ,veterans ,affairs1 shall establish a pilot program to provide grants to eligible entities to provide pilot training activities and related education to support a pathway for veterans to become commercial aviators4 7b7 ,eligible entity ,in this section1 the term eligible entity means a pilot school or provisional pilot school that-- 7#a7 holds an ,air ,agency ,certificate under part #ada of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#b7 has an established employment pathway with at least #a air carrier operating under part #aba or #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7c7 ,priority application ,in selecting eligible entities under this section1 the ,secretary shall prioritize eligible entities that meet the following criteria3 7#a7 ,an eligible entity accredited 7as defined in section #fa4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 by an accrediting agency recognized by the ,secretary of ,education4 7#b7 ,an eligible entity that holds a letter of authorization issued in accordance with section #fa4afi of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7d7 ,use of funds ,amounts from a grant received by an eligible entity under the pilot program established under subsection 7a7 shall be used for the following3 7#a7 ,administrative costs related to implementation of the program described in subsection 7a7 not to exceed #e percent of the amount awarded4 7#b7 ,to provide guidance and pilot training services1 including tuition and flight training fees for veterans enrolled with an eligible entity1 to support such veterans in obtaining any of the following pilot certificates and ratings3 7,a7 ,private pilot certificate with airplane single-engine or multi-engine ratings4 7,b7 ,instrument rating4 7,c7 ,commercial pilot certificate with airplane single-engine or multi-engine ratings4 7,d7 ,multi-engine rating4 7,e7 ,certificated flight instructor single-engine certificate1 if applicable to the degree sought4 7,f7 ,certificated flight instructor multi-engine certificate1 if applicable to the degree sought4 7,g7 ,certificated flight instructor instrument certificate1 if applicable to the degree sought4 7#c7 ,to provide educational materials1 training materials1 and equipment to support pilot training activities and related education for veterans enrolled with the eligible entity4 7#d7 ,to provide periodic reports to the ,secretary on use of the grant funds1 including documentation of training completion of the certificates and ratings described in subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,g7 of paragraph 7#b74 7e7 ,award amount limit ,an award granted to an eligible entity shall not exceed more than #gej1jjj in any given fiscal year4 7f7 ,appropriations ,to carry out this section1 there is authorized to be appropriated #e1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh4 #dai4 ,providing non-,federal weather observer training to airport personnel ,the ,administrator may take such actions as are necessary to provide training that is easily accessible and streamlined for airport personnel to become certified as non-,federal weather observers so that such personnel can manually provide weather observations in any case in which automated surface observing systems and automated weather observing systems experience outages and errors to ensure operational safety at airports4 #dbj4 ,prohibition of remote dispatching 7a7 ,amendments to prohibition 7#a7 ,in general ,section #ddgaa7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#i7 by striking or after the semicolon2 7,b7 by redesignating paragraph 7#aj7 as paragraph 7#aa72 and 7,c7 by inserting after paragraph 7#i7 the following3 7#aj7 work as an aircraft dispatcher outside of a physical location designated as a dispatching center or flight following center of an air carrier1 except as provided under section #ddgdg2 or 4 7#b7 ,regulations ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue regulations requiring persons to comply with section #ddgaa7;a77#aj7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as added by paragraph 7#a774 7b7 ,aircraft dispatching 7#a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgdh4 ,aircraft dispatching 7a7 ,aircraft dispatching certificate ,no person may serve as an aircraft dispatcher for an air carrier unless such person holds the appropriate aircraft dispatcher certificate issued by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7b7 ,proof of certification ,upon the request of the ,administrator or an authorized representative of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 or other appropriate ,federal agency1 a person who holds such a certificate1 and is performing dispatching1 shall present the certificate for inspection4 7c7 ,dispatch centers and flight following centers 7#a7 ,establishment ,each air carrier shall establish and maintain sufficient dispatch centers and flight following centers necessary to maintain operational control of each flight of the air carrier at all times4 7#b7 ,requirements ,an air carrier shall ensure that each dispatch center and flight following center of the air carrier-- 7,a7 has a sufficient number of aircraft dispatchers on duty at the dispatch center or flight following center to ensure proper operational control of each flight of the air carrier at all times2 7,b7 has the necessary equipment1 in good repair1 to maintain proper operational control of each flight of the air carrier at all times2 and 7,c7 includes the presence of physical security and cybersecurity protections to prevent unauthorized access to the dispatch center or flight following center or to the operations of either such center4 7d7 ,prohibition 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b71 an air carrier may not dispatch aircraft from any location other than the dispatch center or flight following center of the air carrier4 7#b7 ,emergency authority ,in the event of an emergency or other event that renders a dispatch center or a flight following center inoperable1 an air carrier may dispatch aircraft from a location other than the dispatch center or flight following center of the air carrier for a period of time not to exceed #ad consecutive days per location without approval of the ,administrator4 4 7#b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddg of such title is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddgdh4 ,aircraft dispatching4 4 #dba4 ,crewmember pumping guidance 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue guidance to part #aba air carriers relating to the expression of milk by crewmembers on an aircraft during noncritical phases of flight1 consistent with the performance of the crewmember's duties aboard the aircraft4 ,the guidance shall be equally applicable to any lactating crewmember4 ,in developing the guidance1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 consider multiple methods of expressing breast milk that could be used by crewmembers1 including the use of wearable lactation technology2 and 7#b7 ensure the guidance will not require an air carrier or foreign air carrier to incur significant expense1 such as through-- 7,a7 the addition of an extra crewmember in response to providing a break2 7,b7 removal or retrofitting of seats on the aircraft2 or 7,c7 modification or retrofitting of an aircraft4 7b7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,crewmember ,the term crewmember has the meaning given such term in section #a4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,critical phases of flight ,the term critical phases of flight has the meaning given such term in section #aba4edb of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,part #aba ,the term part #aba means part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7c7 ,aviation safety ,nothing in this section shall limit the authority of the ,administrator relating to aviation safety under subtitle ,,vii of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #dbb4 ,,gao study and report on extent and effects of commercial aviation pilot shortage on regional_/commuter carriers 7a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study to identify the extent and effects of the commercial aviation pilot shortage on regional_/commuter carriers 7as such term is defined in section #dagai7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code74 7b7 ,report ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 including recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 #dbc4 ,report on implementation of recommendations of ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,youth ,access to ,american ,jobs in ,aviation ,task ,force ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary1 acting through the ,administrator1 shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the implementation of the following recommendations of the ,youth ,access to ,american ,jobs in ,aviation ,task ,force of the ,,faa established under section #fjb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed73 7#a7 ,improve information access about careers in aviation and aerospace4 7#b7 ,collaboration across regions of the ,,faa on outreach and workforce development programs4 7#c7 ,increase opportunities for mentoring1 pre-apprenticeships1 and apprenticeships in aviation4 #dbd4 ,sense of ,congress on improving unmanned aircraft system staffing at ,,faa ,it is the sense of ,congress that the ,administrator should leverage the ,unmanned ,aircraft ,system ,collegiate ,training ,initiative to address any staffing challenges and skills gaps within the ,,faa to support efforts to facilitate the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems and other new airspace entrants into the national airspace system4 #dbe4 ,joint aviation employment training working group 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall establish an interagency working group 7in this section referred to as the working group7 to advise the ,secretary and the ,secretary of ,defense on matters and policies related to increasing awareness of the eligibility1 training1 and experience requirements needed to become an ,,faa-certified or a military-covered aviation professional in order to improve career transitions between the military and civilian workforces4 7b7 ,membership 7#a7 ,in general ,the working group shall consist of-- 7,a7 #b co-chairs described in paragraph 7#b72 7,b7 not less than #f representatives of the ,,faa1 to be appointed by the co-chair described in paragraph 7#b77;,a72 and 7,c7 not less than #a representative of each component of the armed forces 7as such term is defined in section #aja of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code71 to be appointed by the co-chair described in paragraph 7#b77;,b74 7#b7 ,co-,chairs ,the working group shall be co-chaired by-- 7,a7 a representative of the ,department of ,transportation1 to be appointed by the ,secretary2 and 7,b7 a representative of the ,department of ,defense1 to be appointed by the ,secretary of ,defense4 7c7 ,activities ,the working group shall-- 7#a7 evaluate and compare all eligibility1 training1 and experience requirements for individuals interested in becoming ,,faa-certified1 or serving in the armed forces1 as covered aviation professionals1 including agency policies1 guidance1 and orders affecting covered aviation professionals2 7#b7 identify challenges that inhibit recruitment1 training1 and retention within the respective workforces of such professionals2 7#c7 assess methods to improve outreach1 engagement1 and awareness of eligibility1 training1 and experience requirements needed to enter careers of covered aviation professionals2 7#d7 consult with representatives from nonprofit organizations supporting veterans and representatives from aviation industry organizations representing covered aviation professionals in the development of recommendations required pursuant to subsection 7d77#b77;,b72 and 7#e7 identify opportunities for increased interagency information sharing across workforces on matters related to certification pathways1 including knowledge testing1 affecting covered aviation professionals4 7d7 ,initial report to ,congress 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date on which the ,secretary establishes the working group1 the working group shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress an initial report on the activities of the working group4 7#b7 ,contents ,the report required under paragraph 7#a7 shall include-- 7,a7 a detailed description of the findings of the working group pursuant to the activities required under subsection 7c71 including feedback offered by representatives described in subsection 7c77#d72 and 7,b7 recommendations for regulatory1 policy1 or legislative action to improve awareness of the eligibility1 training1 and experience requirements needed to become ,,faa-certified or military-covered aviation professionals across the civilian and military workforces4 7e7 ,annual reporting ,not later than #a year after the date on which the working group submits the initial report under subsection 7d71 and annually thereafter1 the working group shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report-- 7#a7 describing the continued activities of the working group2 7#b7 describing any progress made by the ,secretary or ,secretary of ,defense in implementing the recommendations described in subsection 7d77#b77;,b72 and 7#c7 containing any other recommendations the working group may have with respect to efforts to improve the employment and training of covered aviation professionals in the civilian and military workforces4 7f7 ,sunset ,the working group shall terminate on the date that is #d years after the date on which the working group submits the initial report to ,congress pursuant to subsection 7d74 7g7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered committees of ,congress ,the term covered committees of ,congress means-- 7,a7 the ,committee on ,armed ,services of the ,house of ,representatives2 7,b7 the ,committee on ,armed ,services of the ,senate2 7,c7 the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives2 and 7,d7 the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate4 7#b7 ,covered aviation professional ,the term covered aviation professional means-- 7,a7 an airman2 7,b7 an aircraft maintenance and repair technician2 7,c7 an air traffic controller2 and 7,d7 any other aviation-related professional that has comparable tasks and duties across the civilian and military workforces1 as determined jointly by the co-chairs of the working group4 #dbf4 ,military aviation maintenance technicians rule 7a7 ,streamlined certification for eligible military maintenance technicians 7#a7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to revise part #fe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to-- 7,a7 create a military mechanic written competency test that addresses gaps between military and civilian experience2 and 7,b7 develop1 as necessary1 a relevant ,airman ,certification ,standard to qualify eligible military maintenance technicians for a civilian mechanic certificate with airframe or powerplant ratings4 7#b7 ,consideration ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall evaluate and consider-- 7,a7 whether to allow a certificate of eligibility from the ,joint ,services ,aviation ,maintenance ,technician ,certification ,council 7in this section referred to as the ,,jsamtcc7 evidencing completion of a training curriculum for any rating sought to serve as a substitute to fulfill the requirement under such part #fe for oral and practical tests administered by a designated mechanic examiner for eligible military maintenance technicians2 7,b7 aeronautical knowledge subject areas contained in the ,aviation ,mechanic ,general1 ,airframe1 and ,powerplant ,airman ,certification ,standards as described in section #fe4ge of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 as appropriate1 to the rating sought2 and 7,c7 any applicable recommendations by the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee ,airman ,certification ,system ,working ,group4 7b7 ,expansion of testing locations ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,defense and the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security1 shall determine-- 7#a7 whether an expansion of the number of active testing locations operated within military installation testing centers would increase access to testing2 and 7#b7 how to implement such expansion1 if appropriate4 7c7 ,outreach and awareness ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,defense1 the ,secretary of ,veterans ,affairs1 and the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security1 shall develop a plan to increase outreach and awareness regarding services made available by the ,,jsamtcc and how such services can assist in facilitating the transition between military and civilian aviation maintenance careers4 7d7 ,briefings 7#a7 ,initial briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,administrator develops the outreach and awareness plan pursuant to subsection 7c71 the ,administrator shall provide to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation and the ,committee on ,veterans' ,affairs of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure and the ,committee on ,veterans' ,affairs of the ,house of ,representatives a briefing on the activities planned to implement the outreach and awareness plan4 7#b7 ,periodic briefing ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and #b years thereafter1 the ,administrator shall provide to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation and the ,committee on ,veterans' ,affairs of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure and the ,committee on ,veterans' ,affairs of the ,house of ,representatives a briefing on any rulemaking activities carried out pursuant to subsection 7a71 including a timeline for the issuance of a final rule4 7e7 ,eligible military maintenance technician defined ,for purposes of this section1 the term eligible military maintenance technician means an individual who-- 7#a7 has been a maintenance technician during service in the armed forces who was honorably discharged or has retired from the armed forces 7as defined in section #aja of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code72 7#b7 presents an official record of service in the armed forces confirming that the individual has been a military aviation maintenance technician1 holding an appropriate ,military ,occupational ,specialty ,code1 as determined by the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,defense2 and 7#c7 presents documentary evidence of experience in accordance with the requirements under section #fe4gg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #dbg4 ,crewmember self-defense training ,section #ddiah of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by inserting and unruly passenger behavior before the period at the end2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7i7 by striking subparagraph 7,a7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 ,recognize suspicious behavior and activities and determine the seriousness of any occurrence of such behavior and activities4 2 7ii7 by striking subparagraph 7,h7 and inserting the following3 7,h7 ,de-escalation training based on recommendations issued by the ,air ,carrier ,training ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee4 2 7iii7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,i7 and 7,j7 as subparagraphs 7,j7 and 7,k71 respectively2 and 7iv7 by inserting after subparagraph 7,h7 the following3 7,i7 ,methods to subdue and restrain an active attacker4 2 7,c7 by striking paragraph 7#d7 and inserting the following3 7#d7 ,minimum standards ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 the ,administrator of the ,transportation ,security ,administration1 in consultation with the ,federal ,air ,marshal ,service and the ,aviation ,security ,advisory ,committee1 shall establish minimum standards for-- 7,a7 the training provided under this subsection and any for recurrent training2 and 7,b7 the individuals or entities providing such training4 2 and 7,d7 in paragraph 7#f7-- 7i7 in the first sentence-- 7,i7 by inserting and the ,federal ,air ,marshal ,service after consultation with the ,administrator2 7,,ii7 by striking and periodically shall and inserting and shall periodically2 and 7,,iii7 by inserting based on changes in the potential or actual threat conditions before the period at the end2 and 7ii7 in the third sentence by inserting 1 including self-defense training expertise and experience before the period at the end2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#d7 by striking ,neither and inserting ,except as provided in paragraph 7#h71 neither2 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#h7 ,air carrier accommodation ,an air carrier with a crew member participating in the training program under this subsection shall provide a process through which each such crew member may obtain reasonable accommodations4 4 #dbh4 ,direct-hire authority utilization 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall utilize direct hire authorities 7as such authorities existed on the day before the date of enactment of this ,act7 to hire individuals on a non-competitive basis for positions related to aircraft certification and aviation safety4 ,in utilizing such authorities1 the ,administrator shall take into consideration any staffing gaps in the safety workforce of the ,,faa1 including in positions supporting the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems and other new airspace entrants4 7b7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter through #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the-- 7#a7 utilization of the ,administrator's direct-hire authorities described in subsection 7a72 7#b7 utilization of the ,administrator's direct-hire authorities with respect to the ,unmanned ,aircraft ,system ,collegiate ,training ,initiative of the ,,faa2 and 7#c7 number of employees hired as a result of the utilization of such authorities by the ,administrator1 the relevant lines of business or offices in which such employees were hired1 and the occupational series of the positions filled4 #dbi4 ,,faa ,workforce review audit 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall initiate an audit of any ,,faa workforce plans completed during the #e fiscal years preceding the fiscal year in which such audit is initiated related to occupations the agency relies on to accomplish its aviation safety mission4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the audit under subsection 7a71 the inspector general shall-- 7#a7 identify whether any safety-critical positions have not been reviewed within the period specified in subsection 7a72 7#b7 assess staffing levels and workforce retention trends relating to safety-critical occupations within all offices of the ,,faa that support such services2 7#c7 review ,,faa workforce gaps in safety-critical and senior positions1 including the average vacancy period of such positions during the most recent fiscal year in the period specified in subsection 7a72 7#d7 evaluate any applicable assessments of the historic workload of safety-critical positions and changes in workload demands over time2 7#e7 analyze any applicable assessments of critical competencies and skills gaps among safety-critical positions conducted by the ,,faa and any relevant agency actions in response2 7#f7 review whether existing ,,faa workforce development programs are producing intended results1 especially in rural communities1 such as increased recruitment and retention of agency personnel2 and 7#g7 review opportunities 7as such opportunities exist on the date of enactment of this ,act7 for employees of the ,,faa to gain or enhance expertise1 knowledge1 skills1 and abilities through cooperative training with appropriate aerospace companies and organizations1 including-- 7,a7 assessing the appropriateness of existing cooperative training programs and any conflicts of interest or the appearance of such conflicts with ,,faa policies and obligations relating to ,,faa employee interactions with aviation industry2 7,b7 identifying a means by which to leverage such programs to support credentialing and recurrent training activities for ,,faa employees1 as appropriate2 7,c7 assessing the policies and procedures the ,,faa has established to avoid both conflicts of interest and the appearance of such conflicts for employees participating in such opportunities1 which may include requirements under-- 7i7 chapter #aca of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code2 7ii7 chapter #aa of title #ah1 ,united ,states ,code2 7iii7 subchapter ,b of chapter ,,xvi of title #e1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7iv7 sections #bfce4aja and #bfce4ejb of title #e1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,d7 evaluating whether the conflict of interest policies and procedures of the ,,faa for such opportunities provide for the appropriate means by which employees return to work at the ,,faa after having engaged in such opportunities4 7c7 ,inspector general report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the inspector general shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress-- 7#a7 a report on the results of the audit conducted under subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the inspector general determines appropriate4 #dcj4 ,staffing model for aviation safety inspectors 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review and1 as necessary1 revise the staffing model for aviation safety inspectors4 7b7 ,requirements 7#a7 ,consideration of prior studies and reports ,in reviewing and revising the model1 the ,administrator shall take into consideration the contents and recommendations contained in the following3 7,a7 ,the #bjjf report released by the ,national ,research ,council titled ,staffing ,standards for ,aviation ,safety ,inspectors4 7,b7 ,the #bjjg study released by the ,national ,academy of ,sciences titled ,staffing ,standards for ,aviation ,safety ,inspectors4 7,c7 ,the #bjac report released by ,grant ,thornton ,,llp1 titled ,,astars ,gap ,analysis ,study3 ,comparison of the ,,avs ,staffing ,model for ,aviation ,safety ,inspectors to the ,national ,academy of ,sciences' ,recommendations ,final ,report4 7,d7 ,the #bjba report released by the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation titled ,,faa ,can ,increase ,its ,inspector ,staffing ,model's ,effectiveness by ,implementing ,system ,improvements and ,maximizing ,its ,capabilities4 7,e7 ,the ,,faa ,fiscal ,year #bjbc ,aviation ,safety ,workforce ,plan conducted to satisfy the requirements of section #ajd of the ,aircraft ,certification1 ,safety1 and ,accountability ,act1 as enacted in the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjba 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note74 7#b7 ,assessments ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator shall assess the following3 7,a7 ,projected staffing needs at the service and office level4 7,b7 ,forecasted attrition of the aviation safety inspector workforce4 7,c7 ,forecasted workload of aviation safety inspectors1 including responsibilities associated with overseeing aviation manufacturers and new airspace entrants4 7,d7 ,means by which field managers use the model to assess aviation safety inspector staffing and provide feedback on resources needed at the office level4 7,e7 ,work performed by aviation safety inspectors in comparison to designees acting on behalf of the ,administrator4 7,f7 ,any associated performance metrics to inform periodic comparisons to actual aviation safety inspector staffing level results4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator shall consult with interested persons1 including the exclusive collective bargaining representative for aviation safety inspectors certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 #dca4 ,safety-critical staffing 7a7 ,implementation of staffing standards for safety inspectors ,upon completion of the revised staffing model for aviation safety inspectors under section #dcj1 and validation of the model by the ,administrator1 the ,administrator shall take all appropriate actions in response to the number of aviation safety inspectors1 aviation safety technicians1 and operation support positions that are identified in such model to meet the responsibilities of the ,flight ,standards ,service and ,aircraft ,certification ,service1 including potentially increasing the number of safety critical positions in the ,flight ,standards ,service and ,aircraft ,certification ,service each fiscal year1 as appropriate1 so long as such staffing increases are measured relative to the number of individuals serving in safety-critical positions as of ,september #cj1 #bjbc4 7b7 ,availability of appropriations ,any increase in safety critical staffing pursuant to this subsection shall be subject to the availability of appropriations4 7c7 ,safety-critical positions defined ,in this section1 the term safety-critical positions means-- 7#a7 aviation safety inspectors1 aviation safety specialists 7#ahja job series71 aviation safety technicians1 and operations support positions in the ,flight ,standards ,service2 and 7#b7 manufacturing safety inspectors1 pilots1 engineers1 ,chief ,scientist ,technical ,advisors1 aviation safety specialists 7#ahja job series71 safety technical specialists1 and operational support positions in the ,aircraft ,certification ,service4 #dcb4 ,deterring crewmember interference 7a7 ,task force 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall convene a task force to develop voluntary standards and best practices relating to suspected violations of sections #dfcah1 #dfejc1 and #dfejd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 including-- 7,a7 proper and consistent incident documentation and reporting techniques2 7,b7 best practices for flight crew and cabin crew response1 including de-escalation2 7,c7 improved coordination between stakeholders1 including flight crew and cabin crew1 airport staff1 other ,federal agencies as appropriate1 and law enforcement2 and 7,d7 appropriate enforcement actions4 7#b7 ,membership ,the task force convened under paragraph 7#a7 shall be comprised of representatives of-- 7,a7 air carriers2 7,b7 airport sponsors and airport law enforcement agencies2 7,c7 other ,federal agencies determined necessary by the ,administrator2 7,d7 labor organizations representing air carrier pilots2 7,e7 labor organizations representing flight attendants2 and 7,f7 labor organizations representing ticketing1 check-in1 or other customer service representatives employed by air carriers4 7b7 ,announcements ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate such actions as may be necessary to include in the briefing of passengers before takeoff required under section #aba4ega of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 a statement informing passengers that it is against ,federal law to assault or threaten to assault any individual on an aircraft or interfere with the duties of a crewmember4 7c7 ,definitions ,for purposes of this section1 the definitions in section #djajb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall apply to terms in this section4 #dcc4 ,use of biographical assessments ,section #ddejf7;f77#b77;,a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking paragraph 7#a77;,b77ii7 and inserting paragraph 7#a77;,b74 #dcd4 ,employee assault prevention and response plan standards and best practices 7a7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 each air carrier operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 shall submit to the ,administrator an ,employee ,assault ,prevention and ,response ,plan pursuant to section #eea of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddijc note72 7#b7 each such air carrier should have in place and deploy an ,employee ,assault ,prevention and ,response ,plan to facilitate appropriate protocols1 standards1 and training to equip employees with best practices and the experience necessary to respond effectively to hostile situations and disruptive behavior and maintain a safe traveling experience2 and 7#c7 any air carrier formed after the date of enactment of this ,act should develop and implement an ,employee ,assault ,prevention and ,response ,plan4 7b7 ,required briefing ,section #eea of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddijc note7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing on the ,employee ,assault ,prevention and ,response ,plan submitted by each air carrier pursuant to this section4 4 #dce4 ,formal policy on sexual assault and harassment on air carriers 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 passenger air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 shall issue1 in consultation with labor unions representing personnel1 a formal policy with respect to sexual assault or harassment incidents4 7b7 ,contents ,each policy required under subsection 7a7 shall include-- 7#a7 a statement indicating that no sexual assault or harassment incident is acceptable under any circumstance2 7#b7 procedures that facilitate the reporting of a sexual assault or harassment incident1 including-- 7,a7 appropriate public outreach activities2 and 7,b7 confidential phone and internet-based opportunities for reporting2 7#c7 procedures that personnel should follow upon the reporting of a sexual assault or harassment incident1 including actions to protect affected individuals from continued sexual assault or harassment and to notify law enforcement1 including the ,federal ,bureau of ,investigation1 when appropriate2 7#d7 procedures that may limit or prohibit1 to the extent practicable1 future travel with the air carrier by any passenger who commits a sexual assault or harassment incident2 and 7#e7 training that is required for all appropriate personnel with respect to each such policy1 including specific training for personnel who may receive reports of sexual assault or harassment incidents4 7c7 ,passenger information ,an air carrier described in subsection 7a7 shall display1 on the website of the air carrier and through the use of appropriate signage1 a written statement that informs passengers and personnel of the procedure for reporting a sexual assault or harassment incident4 7d7 ,standard of care ,compliance with the requirements of this section1 and any policy issued thereunder1 shall not determine whether the air carrier described in subsection 7a7 has acted with any requisite standard of care4 7e7 ,rules of construction 7#a7 ,effect on authorities ,nothing in this section shall be construed as granting the ,secretary any additional authorities beyond ensuring that a passenger air carrier operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations issues a formal policy and displays required information in compliance with this section4 7#b7 ,effect on other laws ,nothing in this section shall be construed to alter existing authorities of the ,equal ,employment ,opportunity ,commission1 the ,department of ,labor1 or the ,department of ,justice to enforce applicable employment and sexual assault and sexual harassment laws4 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,personnel ,the term personnel means an employee or contractor of passenger air carrier operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,sexual assault ,the term sexual assault means the occurrence of an act that constitutes any nonconsensual sexual act proscribed by ,federal1 tribal1 or ,state law1 including when the victim lacks capacity to consent4 7#c7 ,sexual assault or harassment incident ,the term sexual assault or harassment incident means the occurrence1 or reasonably suspected occurrence1 of an act that-- 7,a7 constitutes sexual assault or sexual harassment2 and 7,b7 is committed-- 7i7 by a passenger or personnel against another passenger or personnel2 and 7ii7 within an aircraft or in an area in which passengers are entering or exiting an aircraft4 #dcf4 ,interference with security screening personnel ,section #dfejc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking ,an individual and inserting the following3 7a7 ,in general ,an individual 2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7b7 ,airport and air carrier employees ,for purposes of this section1 an airport or air carrier employee who has security duties within the airport includes an airport or air carrier employee performing ticketing1 check-in1 baggage claim1 or boarding functions4 4 #dcg4 ,air traffic control workforce staffing 7a7 ,maximum hiring ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall set as the minimum hiring target for new air traffic controllers 7excluding individuals described in section #ddejf7;f77#a77;,a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 the maximum number of individuals able to be trained at the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,academy4 7b7 ,transportation research board assessment 7#a7 ,review ,not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit an attestation to the appropriate committees of ,congress demonstrating an agreement entered into with the with the ,national ,academies ,transportation ,research ,board to-- 7,a7 compare the ,certified ,professional ,controller 7in this section referred to as ,,cpc7 operational staffing models and methodologies in determining the ,,faa ,controller ,staffing ,standard included in the #bjbc ,air ,traffic ,controller ,workforce ,plan of the ,,faa1 with such models and methodologies developed by the ,collaborative ,resource ,workgroup of the ,,faa 7in this subsection referred to as ,,crwg7 to determine ,,cpc operational staffing targets necessary to meet facility operational1 statutory1 contractual and safety requirements1 including-- 7i7 the availability factor multiplier and other formula components2 7ii7 the independent facility staffing targets of ,c,p,cs able to control traffic2 7iii7 air traffic controller position utilization2 7iv7 attrition rates at each air traffic control facility operated by the ,administration2 and 7v7 the time needed to meet facility operational1 statutory1 and contractual requirements1 including relevant resources to develop1 evaluate1 and implement processes and initiatives affecting the national airspace system2 7,b7 examine the current and estimated budgets of the ,,faa to implement the ,,faa ,controller ,staffing ,standard included in the #bjbc ,controller ,workforce ,plan in comparison to the funding needed to implement the ,,crwg ,,cpc operational staffing targets2 7,c7 assess future needs of the air traffic control system and potential impacts on staffing standards1 including projected air traffic in the airspace of each air traffic control facility operated by the ,administration2 and 7,d7 determine which staffing models and methodologies evaluated pursuant to this subsection best accounts for the operational staffing needs of the air traffic control system and provide a justification for such determination4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after the agreement entered into pursuant to paragraph 7b77#a71 the ,transportation ,research ,board of the ,national ,academies shall submit a report to the ,administrator and appropriate committees of ,congress on the findings and recommendations under this subsection1 including the determination pursuant to subparagraph 7,d74 7#c7 ,consultation ,in conducting the assessment under this subsection1 the ,transportation ,research ,board shall consult with-- 7,a7 the exclusive bargaining representatives of air traffic control specialists of the ,administration certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code2 7,b7 front line managers of the air traffic control system2 7,c7 managers and employees responsible for training air traffic controllers2 7,d7 the ,,mitre ,corporation2 7,e7 the ,chief ,operating ,officer of the ,air ,traffic ,organization of the ,,faa1 and other ,federal ,government representatives2 7,f7 users and operators in the air traffic control system2 7,g7 relevant industry representatives2 and 7,h7 other parties determined appropriate by the ,transportation ,research ,board of the ,national ,academies4 7c7 ,required implementation of identified staffing model 7#a7 ,use of staffing model ,the ,administrator shall1 as appropriate1 take such action that may be necessary to implement and use the staffing model identified by the ,transportation ,research ,board pursuant to subsection 7b77#a77;,d71 including any recommendations for improving such model1 not later than one year after enactment of this ,act4 7#b7 ,briefing ,not later than #ij days after taking such actions to implement and use the staffing model identified by the ,transportation ,research ,board pursuant to subsection 7b77#a77;,d71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding the reasons for why any recommendation by the ,transportation ,research ,board study was not incorporated into the implemented staffing model4 7d7 ,revised staffing standards ,the ,administration shall revise the ,,faa ,,cpc operational staffing standards of the ,administration implemented under subsection 7c7 to-- 7#a7 provide that the controller and management workforce is sufficiently staffed to safely and efficiently manage and oversee the air traffic control system2 7#b7 account for the target number of ,c,p,cs able to control traffic at each independent facility2 and 7#c7 avoid any required or requested reduction of national airspace system capacity or aircraft operations as a result of inadequate air traffic control system staffing4 7e7 ,interim adoption of collaborative resource workgroup models 7#a7 ,in general ,in submitting a ,controller ,workforce ,plan of the ,,faa to ,congress published after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall adopt and use the staffing models and methodologies developed by the ,collaborative ,resource ,workgroup that were recommended in the #bjbc ,controller ,workforce ,plan4 7#b7 ,revisions to the controller workforce plan ,section #ddejf7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code is amended-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking the number of air traffic controllers needed and inserting the number of fully certified air traffic controllers needed2 7,b7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#b7 and 7#c7 as paragraphs 7#c7 and 7#d71 respectively2 and 7,c7 by inserting after paragraph 7#a7 the following3 7#b7 for each air traffic control facility operated by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration-- 7,a7 the current certified professional controller staffing levels2 7,b7 the operational staffing targets for certified professional controllers2 7,c7 the anticipated certified professional controller attrition for each of the next #c years2 and 7,d7 the number of certified professional controller trainees2 4 7#c7 ,effective date ,the requirements of paragraph 7#a7 shall cease to be effective upon the adoption and implementation of a revised staffing model by the ,administrator as required under subsection 7c74 7f7 ,controller training ,in any ,controller ,workforce ,plan of the ,,faa published after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify all limiting factors on the ability of the ,administrator to hire and train controllers in line with the staffing standards target set out in such ,plan2 and 7#b7 describe what actions the ,administrator intends to take to rectify any impediments to meeting staffing standards targets and identify contributing factors that are outside the control of the ,administrator4 #dch4 ,airport service workforce analysis 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall complete a comprehensive review of the domestic airport service workforce and examine the role of1 impact on1 and importance of such workforce to the aviation economy4 7b7 ,working group 7#a7 ,report ,upon completion of the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the ,secretary a report containing such review4 7#b7 ,public working group ,the ,secretary may convene a public working group to evaluate and discuss the report under paragraph 7#a7 containing-- 7,a7 the entities the ,comptroller ,general consulted with in carrying out the review under subsection 7a72 7,b7 representatives of other relevant ,federal agencies2 and 7,c7 any other appropriate stakeholder4 7#c7 ,termination ,if the ,secretary convenes a working group under paragraph 7#b71 such working group shall terminate on the date that is #a year after the date on which the working group is convened4 #dci4 ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,academy and facility expansion plan 7a7 ,plan 7#a7 ,in general ,no later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate the development of a plan to expand overall ,,faa capacity relating to facilities1 instruction1 equipment1 and training resources to grow the number of developmental air traffic controllers enrolled per fiscal year and support increases in ,,faa air controller staffing to advance the safety of the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in developing the plan under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7,a7 the resources needed to support an increase in the total number of developmental air traffic controllers enrolled at the ,,faa ,academy2 7,b7 the resources needed to lessen ,,faa ,academy attrition per fiscal year2 7,c7 how to modernize the education and training of developmental air traffic controllers1 including through the use of new techniques and technologies to support instruction2 7,d7 the equipment needed to support expanded instruction1 including air traffic control simulation systems1 virtual reality1 and other virtual training platforms2 7,e7 projected staffing needs associated with ,,faa ,academy expansion and the operation of education platforms1 including the number of on-the-job instructors needed to educate and train additional developmental air traffic controllers2 7,f7 the costs of expanding ,,faa capacity at the existing air traffic control academy 7as described in paragraph 7#a77;,a772 7,g7 soliciting input from1 and coordinating with1 relevant stakeholders as appropriate1 including the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic control specialists of the ,,faa certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7,h7 other logistical and financial considerations as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 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 the plan developed under subsection 7a74 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the submission of the plan under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the plan1 including the implementation of the plan4 #ddj4 ,improving ,federal aviation workforce development programs 7a7 ,in general ,section #fbe of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended to read as follows3 #fbe4 ,aviation workforce development programs 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish-- 7#a7 a program to provide grants for eligible projects to support the education and recruitment of future aircraft pilots and the development of the aircraft pilot workforce2 7#b7 a program to provide grants for eligible projects to support the education and recruitment of aviation maintenance technical workers and the development of the aviation maintenance workforce2 and 7#c7 a program to provide grants for eligible projects to support the education and recruitment of aviation manufacturing technical workers and aerospace engineers and the development of the aviation manufacturing workforce4 7b7 ,project grants 7#a7 ,in general ,out of amounts made available under section #dhaje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 there is authorized to be appropriated-- 7,a7 #bj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh to provide grants under the program established under subsection 7a77#a72 7,b7 #bj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh to provide grants under the program established under subsection 7a77#b72 and 7,c7 #bj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh to provide grants under the program established under subsection 7a77#c74 7#b7 ,dollar amount limit ,in providing grants under the programs established under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary may not make any grant more than #a1jjj1jjj to any eligible entity in any #a fiscal year4 7#c7 ,education projects ,the ,secretary shall ensure that not less than #bj percent of the amounts made available under this subsection is used to carry out a grant program that shall be referred to as the #8,willa ,brown ,aviation ,education ,program' under which the ,secretary shall provide grants for eligible projects described in subsection 7d7 that are carried out in counties containing at least #a qualified opportunity zone 7as such term is defined in section #adjj,z-#a7;a7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf74 7#d7 ,set aside for technical assistance ,the ,secretary may set aside up to #b percent of the funds appropriated to carry out this subsection for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh to provide technical assistance to eligible applicants for a grant under this subsection4 7#e7 ,consideration for certain applicants ,in reviewing and selecting applications for grants under the programs established under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary may give consideration to applicants that provide an assurance-- 7,a7 to use grant funds to encourage the participation of populations that are underrepresented in the aviation industry1 including in economically disadvantaged geographic areas and rural communities2 7,b7 to address the workforce needs of rural and regional airports2 or 7,c7 to strengthen aviation programs at a minority-serving institution 7as described in section #cga7;a7 of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajfgq7a771 a public institution of higher education1 or a public postsecondary vocational institution4 7c7 ,eligible applications 7#a7 ,application for aircraft pilot program ,an application for a grant under the program established under subsection 7a77#a7 may be submitted1 in such form as the ,secretary may specify1 by-- 7,a7 an air carrier 7as such term is defined in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code72 7,b7 an entity that holds management specifications under subpart ,k of title #ia of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,c7 an accredited institution of higher education1 a postsecondary vocational institution1 or a high school or secondary school2 7,d7 a flight school that provides flight training1 as such term is defined in part #fa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or that holds a pilot school certificate under part #ada of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,e7 a labor organization representing professional aircraft pilots2 7,f7 an aviation-related nonprofit organization described in section #eja7;c77#c7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf that is exempt from taxation under section #eja7;a7 of such ,code2 or 7,g7 a ,state1 local1 territorial1 or ,tribal governmental entity4 7#b7 ,application for aviation maintenance program ,an application for a grant under the program established under subsection 7a77#b7 may be submitted1 in such form as the ,secretary may specify1 by-- 7,a7 a holder of a certificate issued under part #ba1 #aba1 #ace1 #ade1 or #adg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,b7 a labor organization representing aviation maintenance workers2 7,c7 an accredited institution of higher education1 a postsecondary vocational institution1 or a high school or secondary school2 7,d7 an aviation-related nonprofit organization described in section #eja7;c77#c7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf that is exempt from taxation under section #eja7;a7 of such ,code2 or 7,e7 a ,state1 local1 territorial1 or ,tribal governmental entity4 7#c7 ,application for aviation manufacturing program ,an application for a grant under the program established under subsection 7a77#c7 may be submitted1 in such form as the ,secretary may specify1 by-- 7,a7 a holder of a type or production certificate or similar authorization issued under section #ddgjd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7,b7 an accredited institution of higher education1 a postsecondary vocational institution1 or a high school or secondary school2 7,c7 an aviation-related nonprofit organization described in section #eja7;c77#c7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf that is exempt from taxation under section #eja7;a7 of such ,code2 7,d7 a labor organization representing aerospace engineering1 design1 or manufacturing workers2 or 7,e7 a ,state1 local1 territorial1 or ,tribal governmental entity4 7d7 ,eligible projects 7#a7 ,aircraft pilot program ,for purposes of the program established under subsection 7a77#a71 an eligible project is a project-- 7,a7 to create and deliver a program or curriculum that provides high school or secondary school students and students of institutions of higher education with meaningful aviation education to become aircraft pilots or unmanned aircraft systems operators1 including purchasing and operating a computer-based simulator associated with such curriculum2 7,b7 to establish or improve registered apprenticeship1 internship1 or scholarship programs for individuals pursuing employment as a professional aircraft pilot or unmanned aircraft systems operator2 7,c7 to create and deliver curriculum that provides certified flight instructors with the necessary instructional1 leadership1 and communication skills to better educate student pilots2 7,d7 to support the transition to professional aircraft pilot or unmanned systems operator careers1 including for members and veterans of the armed forces2 7,e7 to support robust outreach about careers in commercial aviation as a professional aircraft pilot or unmanned system operator1 including outreach to populations that are underrepresented in the aviation industry2 or 7,f7 to otherwise enhance or expand the aircraft pilot or unmanned aircraft system operator workforce4 7#b7 ,aviation maintenance program ,for purposes of the program established under subsection 7a77#b71 an eligible project is a project-- 7,a7 to create and deliver a program or curriculum that provides high school and secondary school students and students of institutions of higher education with meaningful aviation maintenance education to become an aviation mechanic or aviation maintenance technician1 including purchasing and operating equipment associated with such curriculum2 7,b7 to establish or improve registered apprenticeship1 internship1 or scholarship programs for individuals pursuing employment in the aviation maintenance industry2 7,c7 to support the transition to aviation maintenance careers1 including for members and veterans of the armed forces2 7,d7 to support robust outreach about careers in the aviation maintenance industry1 including outreach to populations that are underrepresented in the aviation industry2 or 7,e7 to otherwise enhance or expand the aviation maintenance technical workforce4 7#c7 ,aviation manufacturing program ,for purposes of the program established under subsection 7a77#c71 an eligible project is a project-- 7,a7 to create and deliver a program or curriculum that provides high school and secondary school students and students of institutions of higher education with meaningful aviation manufacturing education to become an aviation manufacturing technical worker or aerospace engineer1 including teaching technical skills used in the engineering and production of components1 parts1 or systems thereof for inclusion in an aircraft1 aircraft engine1 propeller1 or appliance2 7,b7 to establish registered apprenticeship1 internship1 or scholarship programs for individuals pursuing employment in the aviation manufacturing industry2 7,c7 to support the transition to aviation manufacturing careers1 including for members and veterans of the armed forces2 7,d7 to support robust outreach about careers in the aviation manufacturing industry1 including outreach to populations that are underrepresented in the aviation industry2 or 7,e7 to otherwise enhance or expand the aviation manufacturing workforce4 7e7 ,reporting and monitoring requirements ,the ,secretary shall establish reasonable reporting and monitoring requirements for grant recipients under this section to measure relevant outcomes for the grant programs established under subsection 7a74 7f7 ,notice of grants 7#a7 ,timely public notice ,the ,secretary shall provide public notice of any grant awarded under this section in a timely fashion after the ,secretary awards such grant4 7#b7 ,notice to ,congress ,the ,secretary shall provide to the appropriate ,committees of ,congress advance notice of a grant to be made under this section4 7g7 ,grant authority 7#a7 ,limit on ,,faa authority ,the authority of the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 acting on behalf of the ,secretary1 to issue grants under this section shall terminate on ,october #a1 #bjbg4 7#b7 ,nondelegation ,beginning on ,october #a1 #bjbg1 the ,secretary shall issue grants under this section and may not delegate any of the authorities or responsibilities under this section to the ,administrator4 7h7 ,program name redesignation ,beginning on ,october #a1 #bjbg1 the ,secretary shall redesignate the name of the program established under subsection 7a7 as the ,cooperative ,aviation ,recruitment1 ,enrichment1 and ,employment ,readiness ,program or the ,,career ,program4 7i7 ,consultation with ,secretary of ,education ,the ,secretary may consult with the ,secretary of ,education1 as appropriate1 in-- 7#a7 reviewing applications for grants for eligible projects under this section2 and 7#b7 developing considerations regarding program quality and measurement of student outcomes4 7j7 ,report ,not later than ,september #cj1 #bjbh1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the administration of the programs established under subsection 7a7 covering each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh that includes-- 7#a7 a summary of projects awarded grants under this section and the progress of each recipient towards fulfilling program expectations2 7#b7 an evaluation of how such projects cumulatively impact the future supply of individuals in the ,united ,states aviation workforce1 including any related best practices for carrying out such projects2 7#c7 recommendations for better coordinating actions by governmental entities1 educational institutions1 and businesses1 aviation labor organizations1 or other stakeholders to support aviation workforce growth2 7#d7 a review of how many grant recipients engaged with veterans and the resulting impact1 if applicable1 on recruiting and retaining veterans as part of the aviation workforce2 and 7#e7 a review of outreach conducted by grant recipients to encourage individuals to participate in aviation careers and the resulting impact1 if applicable1 on recruiting and retaining such individuals as part of the aviation workforce4 7k7 ,program authority sunset ,the authority of the ,secretary to issue grants under this section shall expire on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 7l7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,armed forces ,the term armed forces has the meaning given such term in section #aja of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,high school ,the term high school has the meaning given such term in section #haja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja774 7#c7 ,institution of higher education ,the term institution of higher education has the meaning given such term in section #aja7;a7 of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja7;a774 7#d7 ,postsecondary vocational institution ,the term postsecondary vocational institution has the meaning given such term in section #ajb7;c7 of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajjb7;c774 7#e7 ,secondary school ,the term secondary school has the meaning given such term in section #haja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja774 4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendment made by subsection 7a7 shall take effect on ,october #a1 #bjbd4 #dda4 ,national strategic plan for aviation workforce development 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #djacb4 ,national strategic plan for aviation workforce development 7a7 ,in general ,not later than ,september #cj1 #bjbe1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall1 in consultation with other ,federal agencies and the ,cooperative ,aviation ,recruitment1 ,enrichment1 and ,employment ,readiness ,council 7in this section referred to as the ,,career ,council7 established in subsection 7c71 establish and maintain a national strategic plan to improve recruitment1 hiring1 and retention and address projected challenges in the civil aviation workforce1 including-- 7#a7 any short-term1 medium-term1 and long-term workforce challenges relevant to the economy1 workforce readiness1 and priorities of the ,united ,states aviation sector2 7#b7 any existing or projected workforce shortages2 and 7#c7 any workforce situation or condition that warrants special attention by the ,federal ,government4 7b7 ,requirements ,the national strategic plan described in subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 take into account the activities and accomplishments of all ,federal agencies that are related to carrying out such plan2 7#b7 include recommendations for carrying out such plan2 and 7#c7 project and identify1 on an annual basis1 aviation workforce challenges1 including any applicable workforce shortages4 7c7 ,career council 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than ,september #cj1 #bjbe1 the ,secretary1 in consultation with the ,administrator1 shall establish a council comprised of individuals with expertise in the civil aviation industry to-- 7,a7 assist with developing and maintaining the national strategic plan described in subsection 7a72 and 7,b7 provide advice to the ,secretary1 as appropriate1 relating to the ,,career ,program established under section #fbe of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah1 including as such advice relates to program administration and grant application selection1 and support the development of performance metrics regarding the quality and outcomes of the ,program4 7#b7 ,appointment ,the ,,career ,council shall be appointed by the ,secretary from candidates nominated by national associations representing various sectors of the aviation industry1 including-- 7,a7 commercial aviation2 7,b7 general aviation2 7,c7 aviation labor organizations1 including collective bargaining representatives of ,federal ,aviation ,administration aviation safety inspectors1 aviation safety engineers1 and air traffic controllers2 7,d7 aviation maintenance1 repair1 and overhaul2 7,e7 aviation manufacturers2 and 7,f7 unmanned aviation4 7#c7 ,term ,each council member appointed by the ,secretary under paragraph 7#b7 shall serve a term of #b years4 7d7 ,nondelegation ,the ,secretary may not delegate any of the authorities or responsibilities under this section to the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #djacb4 ,national strategic plan for aviation workforce development4 4 ,v ,passenger ,experience ,improvements ,a ,consumer ,enhancements #eja4 ,establishment of ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,section #ajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7e77#a7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a7 by striking #g and inserting #h2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking and an ,assistant ,secretary for ,transportation ,policy and inserting an ,assistant ,secretary for ,transportation ,policy1 and an ,assistant ,secretary for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7j7 ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection 7#a7 ,establishment ,there is established in the ,department an ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection 7in this subsection referred to as the ,office7 to administer and enforce the aviation consumer protection and civil rights authorities provided to the ,department by statute1 including the authorities under section #dagab-- 7,a7 to assist1 educate1 and protect passengers2 and 7,b7 to monitor compliance with1 conduct investigations relating to1 and enforce1 with support of attorneys in the ,office of the ,general ,counsel1 including by taking appropriate action to address violations of aviation consumer protection and civil rights4 7#b7 ,leadership ,the ,office shall be headed by the ,assistant ,secretary for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection 7in this subsection referred to as the ,assistant ,secretary74 7#c7 ,transition ,not later than #ahj days after funding is appropriated for an ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection headed by an ,assistant ,secretary1 the ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection that is a unit within the ,office of the ,general ,counsel of the ,department which is headed by the ,assistant ,general ,counsel for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection shall cease to exist4 ,the ,secretary shall determine which employees are necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the new ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection and such employees shall be transferred from the ,office of the ,general ,counsel1 as appropriate1 to the newly established ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection4 7#d7 ,coordination ,the ,assistant ,secretary shall coordinate with the ,general ,counsel appointed under subsection 7e77#a77;,e71 in accordance with section #a4bf of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or a successor regulation71 on all legal matters relating to-- 7,a7 aviation consumer protection2 and 7,b7 the duties and activities of the ,office described in subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,c7 of paragraph 7#a74 7#e7 ,annual report ,the ,assistant ,secretary shall submit to the ,secretary1 who shall submit to ,congress and make publicly available on the website of the ,department1 an annual report that1 with respect to matters under the jurisdiction of the ,department1 or otherwise within the statutory authority of the ,department-- 7,a7 analyzes trends in aviation consumer protection1 civil rights1 and licensing2 7,b7 identifies major challenges facing passengers2 and 7,c7 addresses any other relevant issues1 as the ,assistant ,secretary determines to be appropriate4 7#f7 ,funding ,there is authorized to be appropriated #ab1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd1 #ac1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe1 #ad1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf1 #ae1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg1 and #af1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh to carry out this subsection4 4 #ejb4 ,additional within and beyond perimeter slot exemptions at ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport 7a7 ,increase in number of slot exemptions ,section #dagah of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7i7 ,additional slot exemptions 7#a7 ,increase in slot exemptions ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 the ,secretary shall grant1 by order1 #aj exemptions from-- 7,a7 the application of sections #diajd7;a77#e71 #diaji1 and #dagad to air carriers to operate limited frequencies and aircraft on routes between ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport and domestic airports located within or beyond the perimeter described in section #diaji2 and 7,b7 the requirements of subparts ,k1 ,s1 and ,t of part #ic of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,non-limited incumbents ,of the slot exemptions made available under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall make #h available to incumbent air carriers qualifying for status as a non-limited incumbent carrier at ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport as of the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd4 7#c7 ,limited incumbents ,of the slot exemptions made available under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall make #b available to incumbent air carriers qualifying for status as a limited incumbent carrier at ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport as of the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd4 7#d7 ,allocation procedures ,the ,secretary shall allocate the #aj slot exemptions provided under paragraph 7#a7 pursuant to the application process established by the ,secretary under subsection 7d71 subject to the following3 7,a7 ,limitations ,each air carrier that is eligible under paragraph 7#b7 and paragraph 7#c7 shall be eligible to operate no more and no less than #b of the newly authorized slot exemptions4 7,b7 ,criteria ,the ,secretary shall consider the extent to which the exemptions will-- 7i7 enhance options for nonstop travel to beyond-perimeter airports that do not have nonstop service from ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport as of the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd2 or 7ii7 have a positive impact on the overall level of competition in the markets that will be served as a result of those exemptions4 7#e7 ,prohibition 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,metropolitan ,washington ,airports ,authority may not assess any penalty or similar levy against an individual air carrier solely for obtaining and operating a slot exemption authorized under this subsection4 7,b7 ,rule of construction ,subparagraph 7,a7 shall not be construed as prohibiting the ,metropolitan ,washington ,airports ,authority from assessing and collecting any penalty1 fine1 or other levy1 such as a handling fee or landing fee1 that is-- 7i7 authorized by the ,metropolitan ,washington ,airports ,regulations2 7ii7 agreed to in writing by the air carrier2 or 7iii7 charged in the ordinary course of business to an air carrier operating at ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport regardless of whether or not the air carrier obtained a slot exemption authorized under this subsection4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendments ,section #dagah7;c77#b77;,a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in clause 7i7 by striking and 7b7 and inserting 1 7b71 and 7i72 and 7#b7 in clause 7ii7 by striking and 7g7 and inserting 7g71 and 7i74 7c7 ,preservation of existing within perimeter service ,nothing in this section1 or the amendments made by this section1 shall be construed as authorizing the conversion of a within-perimeter exemption or slot at ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport that is in effect on the date of enactment of this ,act to serve an airport located beyond the perimeter described in section #diaji of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #ejc4 ,refunds 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after section #dbcjd the following3 #dbcje4 ,refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights 7a7 ,in general ,in the case of a passenger that holds a nonrefundable ticket on a scheduled flight to1 from1 or within the ,united ,states1 an air carrier or a foreign air carrier shall1 upon request as set forth in subsection 7f71 provide a full refund1 including any taxes and ancillary fees1 for the fare such carrier collected for any cancelled flight or significantly delayed or changed flight where the passenger chooses not to-- 7#a7 fly on the significantly delayed or changed flight or accept rebooking on an alternative flight2 or 7#b7 accept any voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation offered by the air carrier or foreign air carrier pursuant to subsection 7c74 7b7 ,timing of refund ,any refund required under subsection 7a7 shall be issued by the air carrier or foreign air carrier-- 7#a7 in the case of a ticket purchased with a credit card1 not later than #g business days after the earliest date the refund was requested as set forth in subsection 7f72 or 7#b7 in the case of a ticket purchased with cash or another form of payment1 not later than #bj days after the earliest date the refund was requested as set forth in subsection 7f74 7c7 ,alternative to refund ,an air carrier and a foreign air carrier may offer a voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation as an explicit alternative to providing a refund required by subsection 7a7 but only if-- 7#a7 the offer includes a clear and conspicuous notice of-- 7,a7 the terms of the offer2 and 7,b7 the passenger's right to a full refund under this section2 7#b7 the voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation offered explicitly as an alternative to providing a refund required by subsection 7a7 remains valid and redeemable by the consumer for a period of at least #e years from the date on which such voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation is issued2 7#c7 upon the issuance of such voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation1 an air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or ticket agent1 where applicable1 notifies the recipient of the expiration date of the voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation2 and 7#d7 upon request by an individual who self-identifies as having a disability 7as defined in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations71 an air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or ticket agent provides a notification under paragraph 7#c7 in an electronic format that is accessible to the recipient4 7d7 ,significantly delayed or changed flight defined ,in this section1 the term significantly delayed or changed flight includes1 at a minimum1 a flight where the passenger arrives at a destination airport-- 7#a7 in the case of a domestic flight1 #c or more hours after the original scheduled arrival time2 and 7#b7 in the case of an international flight1 #f or more hours after the original scheduled arrival time4 7e7 ,application to ticket agents 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall issue a final rule to apply refund requirements to ticket agents in the case of cancelled flights and significantly delayed or changed flights4 7#b7 ,transfer of funds ,the ,secretary shall issue regulations requiring air carriers and foreign air carriers to promptly transfer funds to a ticket agent if-- 7,a7 the ,secretary has determined that the ticket agent is responsible for providing the refund2 and 7,b7 the ticket agent does not possess the funds of the passenger4 7#c7 ,timing and alternatives ,a refund provided by a ticket agent shall comply with the requirements in subsections 7b7 and 7c7 of this section4 7f7 ,refund ,an air carrier and a foreign air carrier shall consider a passenger to have requested a refund if-- 7#a7 a flight is cancelled and a passenger is not offered an alternative flight or any voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation by the air carrier or foreign air carrier pursuant to subsection 7c72 7#b7 a passenger rejects the significantly delayed or changed flight1 rebooking on an alternative flight1 or any voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation offered by the air carrier or foreign air carrier pursuant to subsection 7c72 or 7#c7 a passenger does not respond to an offer of-- 7,a7 a significantly delayed or changed flight or an alternative flight and the flight departs without the passenger2 or 7,b7 a voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation by the date on which the cancelled flight was scheduled to depart or the date that the significantly delayed or changed flight departs4 7g7 ,refund notification ,an air carrier and a foreign air carrier shall update their passenger notification systems to ensure passengers owed a refund under this section are notified of their right to receive a refund4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dbcjd the following3 #dbcje4 ,refunds for cancelled or significantly delayed or changed flights4 4 #ejd4 ,know ,your ,rights posters 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by inserting after section #dbcje the following3 #dbcjf4 ,know ,your ,rights posters 7a7 ,in general ,each large hub airport1 medium hub airport1 and small hub airport with scheduled passenger service shall prominently display posters that clearly and concisely outline the rights of airline passengers under ,federal law with respect to1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 flight delays and cancellations2 7#b7 refunds2 7#c7 bumping of passengers from flights and the oversale of flights2 and 7#d7 lost1 delayed1 or damaged baggage4 7b7 ,location ,posters described in subsection 7a7 shall be displayed in conspicuous locations throughout the airport1 including ticket counters1 security checkpoints1 and boarding gates4 7c7 ,accessibility assistance ,each large hub airport1 medium hub airport1 and small hub airport with scheduled passenger service shall ensure that passengers with a disability 7as such term is defined in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 who identify themselves as having such a disability are notified of the availability of accessibility assistance and shall assist such passengers in connecting to the appropriate entities to obtain the same information required in this section that is provided to other passengers4 4 7b7 ,exemption ,section #dfcja7;a77#a77;,a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by striking chapter #dbc and inserting chapter #dbc 7except section #dbcjf74 7c7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dbcje the following3 #dbcjf4 ,know ,your ,rights posters4 4 7d7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by this section shall take effect on the date that is #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act4 #eje4 ,access to customer service assistance for all travelers 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,in the event of a cancelled or delayed flight1 it is important for customers to be able to easily access information about the status of their flight and any alternative flight options4 7#b7 ,customers should be able to access real-time assistance from customer service agents of air carriers without an excessive wait time1 particularly during times of mass disruptions4 7b7 ,transparency requirements 7#a7 ,requirement to maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number ,chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by inserting after section #dbcjf the following3 #dbcjg4 ,requirement to maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number 7a7 ,requirement 7#a7 ,in general ,a covered air carrier that operates a domestic or international flight to1 from1 or within the ,united ,states shall maintain-- 7,a7 a customer service telephone line staffed by live agents2 7,b7 a customer chat option that allows for customers to speak to a live agent within a reasonable time1 to the greatest extent practicable2 or 7,c7 a monitored text messaging number that enables customers to communicate and speak with a live agent directly4 7#b7 ,provision of services ,the services required under paragraph 7#a7 shall be provided to customers without charge for the use of such services1 and shall be available at all times4 7b7 ,rulemaking authority ,the ,secretary shall promulgate such rules as may be necessary to carry out this section4 7c7 ,covered air carrier defined ,in this section1 the term covered air carrier means an air carrier that sells tickets for scheduled passenger air transportation on an aircraft that1 as originally designed1 has a passenger capacity of #cj or more seats4 7d7 ,effective date ,beginning on the date that is #abj days after the date of enactment of this section1 a covered air carrier shall comply with the requirement specified in subsection 7a7 without regard to whether the ,secretary has promulgated any rules to carry out this section as of the date that is #abj days after such date of enactment4 4 7#b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dbcjf the following3 #dbcjg4 ,requirement to maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number4 4 #ejf4 ,airline customer service dashboards 7a7 ,dashboards 7#a7 ,in general ,chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by inserting after section #dbcjg the following3 #dbcjh4 ,,dot airline customer service dashboards 7a7 ,requirement ,to establish and maintain publicly available dashboards ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish1 maintain1 and make publicly available the following online dashboards for purposes of keeping aviation consumers informed with respect to certain policies of1 and services provided by1 large air carriers 7as such term is defined by the ,secretary7 to the extent that such policies or services exceed what is required by ,federal law3 7#a7 ,delay and cancellation dashboard ,a dashboard that displays information regarding the services and compensation provided by each large air carrier to mitigate any passenger inconvenience caused by a delay or cancellation due to circumstances in the control of such carrier4 7#b7 ,explanation of circumstances ,the website on which such dashboard is displayed shall explain the circumstances under which a delay or cancellation is not due to circumstances in the control of the large air carrier 7such as a delay or cancellation due to a weather event or an instruction from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,air ,traffic ,control ,system ,command ,center7 consistent with section #bcd4d of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,family seating dashboard ,a dashboard that displays information regarding which large air carriers guarantee that each child shall be seated adjacent to an adult accompanying the child without charging any additional fees4 7#d7 ,seat size dashboard ,a dashboard that displays information regarding aircraft seat size for each large air carrier1 including the pitch1 width1 and length of a seat in economy class for the aircraft models and configurations most commonly flown by such carrier4 7#e7 ,family seating sunset ,the requirement in subsection 7a77#c7 shall cease to be effective on the date on which the rule in section #eaf of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd is effective4 7b7 ,accessibility requirement ,in developing the dashboards required in subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall1 in order to ensure the dashboards are accessible and contain pertinent information for passengers with disabilities1 consult with the ,air ,carrier ,access ,act ,advisory ,committee1 the ,architectural and ,transportation ,barriers ,compliance ,board1 any other relevant department or agency to determine appropriate accessibility standards1 and disability organizations1 including advocacy and nonprofit organizations that represent or provide services to individuals with disabilities4 7c7 ,limitation on dashboards ,after the rule required in section #eaf of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd is effective1 the ,secretary may not establish or maintain more than #d different customer service dashboards at any given time4 7d7 ,provision of information ,each large air carrier shall provide to the ,secretary such information as the ,secretary requires to carry out this section4 7e7 ,sunset ,this section shall cease to be effective on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 4 7#b7 ,establishment ,the ,secretary shall establish each of the online dashboards required by section #dbcjh7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dbcjg the following3 #dbcjh4 ,,dot airline customer service dashboards4 4 #ejg4 ,increase in civil penalties 7a7 ,in general ,section #dfcja7;a77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a7 by striking #be1jjj and inserting #ge1jjj4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendment made by subsection 7a7 shall apply to violations occurring on or after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7c7 ,conforming regulations ,the ,secretary shall revise such regulations as necessary to conform to the amendment made by subsection 7a74 #ejh4 ,advisory committee for aviation consumer protection 7a7 ,extension ,section #daa7;h7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note7 is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7b7 ,coordination ,section #daa of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7i7 ,consultation ,the ,advisory ,committee shall consult1 as appropriate1 with foreign air carriers1 air carriers with an ultra-low-cost business model1 nonprofit public interest groups with expertise in disability and accessibility matters1 ticket agents1 travel management companies1 and any other groups as determined by the ,secretary4 4 #eji4 ,extension of aviation consumer advocate reporting requirement ,section #dbd7;e7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcjb note7 is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #eaj4 ,codification of consumer protection provisions 7a7 ,section #dbi of ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dbi of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note7 is amended-- 7,a7 by transferring such section to appear after section #dagbf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7,b7 by redesignating such section as section #dagbg of such title2 and 7,c7 by amending the section heading of such section to read as follows3 #dagbg4 ,passenger ,rights 4 7#b7 ,technical amendment ,section #dagbg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as transferred and redesignated by paragraph 7#a71 is amended in subsection 7a7 by striking ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary and inserting ,the ,secretary4 7b7 ,section #dcd of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dcd of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dagje note7 is amended-- 7,a7 by transferring such section to appear after section #dagbg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as transferred and redesignated by subsection 7a77#a72 7,b7 by redesignating such section #dcd as section #dagbh of such title2 and 7,c7 by amending the section heading of such section #dagbh to read as follows3 #dagbh4 ,airline passengers with disabilities bill of rights 4 7#b7 ,technical amendment ,section #dagbh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as transferred and redesignated by paragraph 7#a71 is amended-- 7,a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking the section #dagje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code and inserting section #dagje2 7,b7 in subsection 7c7 by striking the date of enactment of this ,act and inserting the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah2 and 7,c7 in subsection 7f7 by striking ensure employees and inserting ensure that employees4 7c7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dagbf the following3 #dagbg4 ,passenger rights4 #dagbh4 ,airline passengers with disabilities bill of rights4 4 #eaa4 ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics 7a7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,director of the ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics shall initiate a rulemaking to revise section #bcd4d of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to create a new cause of delay category 7or categories7 that identifies and tracks information on delays and cancellations of air carriers 7as defined in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 that are due to instructions from the ,,faa ,air ,traffic ,control ,system and to make any other changes necessary to carry out this section4 7b7 ,air ,carrier code ,the following causes shall not be included within the ,air ,carrier code specified in section #bcd4d of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for cancelled and delayed flights3 7#a7 ,aircraft cleaning necessitated by the death of a passenger4 7#b7 ,aircraft damage caused by extreme weather1 foreign object debris1 or sabotage4 7#c7 ,a baggage or cargo loading delay caused by an outage of a bag system not controlled by a carrier or its contractor4 7#d7 ,cybersecurity attacks 7provided that the air carrier is in compliance with applicable cybersecurity regulations74 7#e7 ,a shutdown or system failure of government systems that directly affects the ability of an air carrier to safely conduct flights and is unexpected4 7#f7 ,overheated brakes due to a safety incident resulting in the use of emergency procedures4 7#g7 ,unscheduled maintenance1 including in response to an airworthiness directive1 manifesting outside a scheduled maintenance program that cannot be deferred or must be addressed before flight4 7#h7 ,an emergency that required medical attention through no fault of the carrier4 7#i7 ,the removal of an unruly passenger4 7#aj7 ,an airport closure due to the presence of volcanic ash1 wind1 or wind shear4 7c7 ,family seating complaints 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,director of the ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics shall update the reporting framework of the ,bureau to create a new category to identify and track information on complaints related to family seating4 7#b7 ,sunset ,the requirements in paragraph 7#a7 shall cease to be effective on the date on which the rulemaking required by section #eac is effective4 7d7 ,air ,travel ,consumer ,report 7#a7 ,,atcscc delays ,the ,secretary shall include information on delays and cancellations that are due to instructions from the ,,faa ,air ,traffic ,control ,system ,command ,center in the ,air ,travel ,consumer ,report issued by the ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection of the ,department of ,transportation4 7#b7 ,family seating complaints ,the ,secretary shall include information on complaints related to family seating-- 7,a7 in the ,air ,travel ,consumer ,report issued by the ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection of the ,department of ,transportation2 and 7,b7 on the family seating dashboard required by subsection 7a77#b74 7#c7 ,sunset ,the requirements in paragraph 7#b7 shall cease to be effective on the date on which the rulemaking required by section #eac is effective4 #eab4 ,reimbursement for incurred costs 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall direct all air carriers providing scheduled passenger interstate or intrastate air transportation to establish policies regarding reimbursement for lodging1 transportation between such lodging and the airport1 and meal costs incurred due to a flight cancellation or significant delay directly attributable to the air carrier4 7b7 ,definition of significantly delayed ,in this section1 the term significantly delayed means1 with respect to air transportation1 the departure or arrival at the originally ticketed destination associated with such transportation has changed-- 7#a7 in the case of a domestic flight1 #c or more hours after the original scheduled arrival time2 and 7#b7 in the case of an international flight1 #f or more hours after the original scheduled arrival time4 7c7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed as providing the ,secretary with any additional authorities beyond the authority to require air carriers establish the policies referred to in subsection 7a74 #eac4 ,streamlining of offline ticket disclosures 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall take such action as may be necessary to update the process by which an air carrier or ticket agent is required to fulfill disclosure obligations in ticketing transactions for air transportation not completed through a website4 7b7 ,requirements ,the process updated under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 include means of referral to the applicable air carrier website with respect to disclosures related to air carrier optional fees and policies2 7#b7 include a means of referral to the website of the ,department of ,transportation with respect to any other required disclosures to air transportation passengers2 7#c7 make no changes to air carrier or ticket agent obligations with respect to-- 7,a7 section #dagab7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 or 7,b7 subsections 7a7 and 7b7 of section #cii4hd of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulations72 and 7#d7 require disclosures referred to in paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 to be made in the manner existing prior to the date of enactment of this ,act upon passenger request4 7c7 ,air carrier defined ,in this section1 the term air carrier has the meaning given such term in section #djajb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #ead4 ,,gao study on competition and consolidation in the air carrier industry 7a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study assessing competition and consolidation in the ,united ,states air carrier industry4 ,such study shall include an assessment of data related to-- 7#a7 the history of mergers in the ,united ,states air carrier industry1 including whether any claimed efficiencies have been realized2 7#b7 the effect of consolidation in the ,united ,states air carrier industry1 if any1 on consumers2 7#c7 the effect of consolidation in the ,united ,states air carrier industry1 if any1 on air transportation service in small and rural markets2 and 7#d7 the current state of competition in the ,united ,states air carrier industry as of the date of enactment of this ,act4 7b7 ,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 containing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 and recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 #eae4 ,,gao study and report on the operational preparedness of air carriers for certain events 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general shall study and assess the operational preparedness of air carriers for changing weather and other events related to changing conditions and natural hazards1 including flooding1 extreme heat1 changes in precipitation1 storms1 including winter storms1 coastal storms1 tropical storms1 and hurricanes1 and fire conditions4 7#b7 ,requirements ,as part of the study required under paragraph 7#a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall assess the following3 7,a7 ,the extent to which air carriers are preparing for weather events and natural disasters1 as well as changing conditions and natural hazards1 that may impact operational investments of air carriers1 staffing levels and safety policies1 mitigation strategies1 and other resiliency planning4 7,b7 ,how the ,,faa oversees operational resilience of air carriers relating to storms1 natural disasters1 and changing conditions4 7,c7 ,steps the ,federal ,government and air carriers can take to improve operational resilience relating to storms1 natural disasters1 and changing conditions4 7b7 ,briefing and report 7#a7 ,briefing ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the study required under subsection 7a71 and recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #f months after the briefing required by paragraph 7#a7 is provided1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the study required under subsection 7a71 and recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 7c7 ,definition of air carrier ,in this section1 the term air carrier has the meaning given such term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #eaf4 ,family seating 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to establish a policy directing air carriers that assign seats1 or allow individuals to select seats in advance of the date of departure of a flight1 to sit each young child adjacent to an accompanying adult1 to the greatest extent practicable1 if adjacent seat assignments are available at any time after the ticket is issued for each young child and before the first passenger boards the flight4 7b7 ,prohibition on fees ,the notice of proposed rulemaking described in subsection 7a7 shall include a provision that prohibits an air carrier from charging a fee1 or imposing an additional cost beyond the ticket price of the additional seat1 to seat each young child adjacent to an accompanying adult within the same class of service4 7c7 ,rule of construction ,notwithstanding the requirement in subsection 7a71 nothing in this section may be construed to allow the ,secretary to impose a change in the overall seating or boarding policy of an air carrier that has an open or flexible seating policy in place that generally allows adjacent family seating as described under this section4 7d7 ,young child ,in this section1 the term young child means an individual who has not attained #ad years of age4 #eag4 ,passenger experience advisory committee 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish an advisory committee to advise the ,secretary and the ,administrator in carrying out activities relating to the improvement of the passenger experience in air transportation customer service4 ,the advisory committee shall not duplicate the work of any other advisory committee4 7b7 ,membership ,the ,secretary shall appoint the members of the advisory committee1 which shall be comprised of at least #a representative of each of-- 7#a7 mainline air carriers2 7#b7 air carriers with a low-cost or ultra-low-cost business model2 7#c7 regional air carriers2 7#d7 large hub airport sponsors and operators2 7#e7 medium hub airport sponsors and operators2 7#f7 small hub airport sponsors and operators2 7#g7 nonhub airport sponsors and operators2 7#h7 ticket agents2 7#i7 representatives of intermodal transportation companies that operate at airports2 7#aj7 airport concessionaires2 7#aa7 nonprofit public interest groups with expertise in consumer protection matters2 7#ab7 senior managers of the ,,faa ,air ,traffic ,organization2 7#ac7 aircraft manufacturers2 7#ad7 entities representing individuals with disabilities2 7#ae7 certified labor organizations representing aviation workers1 including-- 7,a7 ,,faa employees2 7,b7 airline pilots working for air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7,c7 flight attendants working for air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,d7 other customer-facing airline and airport workers2 7#af7 other organizations or industry segments as determined by the ,secretary2 and 7#ag7 other ,federal agencies that directly interface with passengers at airports4 7c7 ,vacancies ,a vacancy in the advisory committee under this section shall be filled in a manner consistent with subsection 7b74 7d7 ,travel expenses ,members of the advisory committee under this section shall serve without pay 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 7e7 ,chair ,the ,secretary shall designate an individual among the individuals appointed under subsection 7b7 to serve as ,chair of the advisory committee4 7f7 ,duties ,the duties of the advisory committee shall include-- 7#a7 evaluating ways to improve the comprehensive passenger experience1 including-- 7,a7 transportation between airport terminals and facilities2 7,b7 baggage handling2 7,c7 wayfinding2 7,d7 the security screening process2 and 7,e7 the communication of flight delays and cancellations2 7#b7 evaluating ways to improve efficiency in the national airspace system affecting passengers2 7#c7 evaluating ways to improve the cooperation and coordination between the ,department of ,transportation and other ,federal agencies that directly interface with aviation passengers at airports2 7#d7 responding to other taskings determined by the ,secretary2 and 7#e7 providing recommendations to the ,secretary and the ,administrator1 if determined necessary during the evaluations considered in paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#d74 7g7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and every #b years thereafter1 the ,secretary shall submit to ,congress a report containing-- 7#a7 consensus recommendations made by the advisory committee since such date of enactment or the previous report1 as appropriate2 and 7#b7 an explanation of how the ,secretary has implemented such recommendations and1 for such recommendations not implemented1 the ,secretary's reason for not implementing such recommendation4 7h7 ,definition ,the definitions in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall apply to this section4 7i7 ,sunset ,this section shall cease to be effective on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 7j7 ,termination of ,,dot ,,access ,advisory ,committee ,the ,,access ,advisory ,committee of the ,department of ,transportation shall terminate on the date of enactment of this ,act4 #eah4 ,updating passenger information requirement regulations 7a7 ,,arac tasking ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall task the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee with-- 7#a7 reviewing passenger information requirement regulations under section #aba4cag of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulation1 and such other related regulations as the ,administrator determines appropriate2 and 7#b7 making recommendations to update and improve such regulations4 7b7 ,final regulation ,not later than #f years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a final regulation revising section #aba4cag of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and such other related regulations as the ,administrator determines appropriate1 to-- 7#a7 update such section and regulations to incorporate exemptions commonly issued by the ,administrator2 7#b7 reflect civil penalty inflation adjustments2 and 7#c7 incorporate such updates and improvements recommended by the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee that the ,administrator determines appropriate4 #eai4 ,seat dimensions ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 initiate a rulemaking activity based on the regulation described in section #egg of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja note72 or 7#b7 if the ,administrator decides not to pursue the rulemaking described in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall brief appropriate committees of ,congress on the justification of such decision4 #ebj4 ,modernization of consumer complaint submissions ,section #dbcjb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 #dbcjb4 ,consumer complaints 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall-- 7#a7 maintain an accessible website through the ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection to accept the submission of complaints from airline passengers regarding air travel service problems2 and 7#b7 take appropriate actions to notify the public of such accessible website4 7b7 ,notice to passengers on the internet ,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 shall include on the accessible website of the carrier-- 7#a7 the accessible website1 e-mail address1 or telephone number of the air carrier for the submission of complaints by passengers about air travel service problems2 and 7#b7 the accessible website maintained pursuant to subsection 7a74 7c7 ,use of additional or alternative technologies ,the ,secretary shall periodically evaluate the benefits of using mobile phone applications or other widely used technologies to-- 7#a7 provide additional or alternative means for air passengers to submit complaints2 and 7#b7 provide such additional or alternative means as the ,secretary determines appropriate4 7d7 ,air ambulance providers ,each air ambulance provider shall include the accessible website1 or a link to such accessible website1 maintained pursuant to subsection 7a7 and the contact information for the ,aviation ,consumer ,advocate established by section #dbd of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcjb note7 on-- 7#a7 any invoice1 bill1 or other communication provided to a passenger or customer of such provider2 and 7#b7 the accessible website and any related mobile device application of such provider4 4 ,b ,accessibility #eda4 ,air ,carrier ,access ,act advisory committee 7a7 ,in general ,section #dci of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dagje note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in the section heading by striking ,advisory committee on the air travel needs of passengers with disabilities and inserting ,air ,carrier ,access ,act advisory committee2 7#b7 in subsection 7c77#a7 by striking subparagraph 7,g7 and inserting the following3 7,g7 ,manufacturers of wheelchairs1 including powered wheelchairs1 and other mobility aids4 2 and 7#c7 in subsection 7g7 by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,section #a7;b7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed7 is amended by striking the item relating to section #dci and inserting the following3 ,sec4 #dci4 ,air ,carrier ,access ,act advisory committee4 4 #edb4 ,improved training standards for assisting passengers who use wheelchairs 7a7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to develop requirements for minimum training standards for airline personnel or contractors who assist wheelchair users who board or deplane using an aisle chair or other boarding device4 7b7 ,requirements ,the training standards developed under subsection 7a7 shall require1 at a minimum1 that airline personnel or contractors who assist passengers who use wheelchairs who board or deplane using an aisle chair or other boarding device-- 7#a7 before being allowed to assist a passenger using an aisle chair or other boarding device to board or deplane1 be able to successfully demonstrate skills 7during hands-on training sessions7 on-- 7,a7 how to safely use the aisle chair1 or other boarding device1 including the use of all straps1 brakes1 and other safety features2 7,b7 how to assist in the transfer of passengers to and from their wheelchair1 the aisle chair1 and the aircraft's passenger seat1 either by physically lifting the passenger or deploying a mechanical device for the lift or transfer2 and 7,c7 how to effectively communicate with1 and take instruction from1 the passenger2 7#b7 are trained regarding the availability of accessible lavatories and on-board wheelchairs and the right of a qualified individual with a disability to request an on-board wheelchair2 and 7#c7 complete refresher training within #ah months of an initial training and be recertified on the job every #ah months thereafter by a relevant superior in order to remain qualified for providing aisle chair assistance4 7c7 ,considerations ,in conducting the rulemaking under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall consider1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 whether to require air carriers and foreign air carriers to partner with national disability organizations and disabled veterans organizations representing individuals with disabilities who use wheelchairs and scooters in developing1 administering1 and auditing training2 7#b7 whether to require air carriers and foreign air carriers to use a lift device1 instead of an aisle chair1 to board and deplane passengers with mobility disabilities2 and 7#c7 whether individuals able to provide boarding and deplaning assistance for passengers with limited or no mobility should receive training incorporating procedures from medical professionals on how to properly lift these passengers4 7d7 ,final rule ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall issue a final rule pursuant to the rulemaking conducted under this section4 7e7 ,penalties ,the ,secretary may assess a civil penalty in accordance with section #dfcja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to any air carrier or foreign air carrier who fails to meet the requirements established under the final rule under subsection 7d74 #edc4 ,training standards for stowage of wheelchairs and scooters 7a7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to develop minimum training standards related to stowage of wheelchairs and scooters used by passengers with disabilities on aircraft4 7b7 ,requirements ,the training standards developed under subsection 7a7 shall require1 at a minimum1 that personnel and contractors of air carriers and foreign air carriers who stow wheelchairs and scooters on aircraft-- 7#a7 before being allowed to handle or stow a wheelchair or scooter1 be able to successfully demonstrate skills 7during hands-on training sessions7 on-- 7,a7 how to properly handle and configure1 at a minimum1 the most commonly used power and manual wheelchairs and scooters for stowage on each aircraft type operated by the air carrier or foreign air carrier2 7,b7 how to properly review any wheelchair or scooter information provided by the passenger or the wheelchair or scooter manufacturer2 and 7,c7 how to properly load1 secure1 and unload wheelchairs and scooters1 including how to use any specialized equipment for loading or unloading1 on each aircraft type operated by the air carrier or foreign air carrier2 and 7#b7 complete refresher training within #ah months of an initial training and be recertified on the job every #ah months thereafter by a relevant superior in order to remain qualified for handling and stowing wheelchairs and scooters4 7c7 ,considerations ,in conducting the rulemaking under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall consider1 at a minimum1 whether to require air carriers and foreign air carriers to partner with wheelchair or scooter manufacturers1 national disability and disabled veterans organizations representing individuals who use wheelchairs and scooters1 and aircraft manufacturers1 in developing1 administering1 and auditing training4 7d7 ,final rule ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall issue a final rule pursuant to the rulemaking conducted under this section4 7e7 ,penalties ,the ,secretary may assess a civil penalty in accordance with section #dfcja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to any air carrier or foreign air carrier who fails to meet the requirements established under the final rule under subsection 7d74 #edd4 ,mobility aids on board improve lives and empower all 7a7 ,publication of cargo hold dimensions 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall require air carriers to publish in a prominent and easily accessible place on the public website of the air carrier1 information describing the relevant dimensions and other characteristics of the cargo holds of all aircraft types operated by the air carrier1 including the dimensions of the cargo hold entry1 that would limit the size1 weight1 and allowable type of cargo4 7#b7 ,proprietary information ,the ,secretary shall allow an air carrier to protect the confidentiality of any trade secret or proprietary information submitted in accordance with paragraph 7#a71 as appropriate4 7b7 ,refund required for individual traveling with wheelchair ,in the case of a qualified individual with a disability traveling with a wheelchair who has purchased a ticket for a flight from an air carrier1 but who cannot travel on the aircraft for such flight because the wheelchair of such qualified individual cannot be physically accommodated in the cargo hold of the aircraft1 the ,secretary shall require such air carrier to offer a refund to such qualified individual of any previously paid fares1 fees1 and taxes applicable to such flight4 7c7 ,evaluation of data regarding damaged wheelchairs ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter1 the ,secretary shall-- 7#a7 evaluate data regarding the type and frequency of incidents of the mishandling of wheelchairs on aircraft and delineate such data by-- 7,a7 types of wheelchairs involved in such incidents2 and 7,b7 the ways in which wheelchairs are mishandled1 including the type of damage to wheelchairs 7such as broken drive wheels or casters1 bent or broken frames1 damage to electrical connectors or wires1 control input devices1 joysticks1 upholstery or other components1 loss1 or delay of return72 7#b7 determine whether there are trends with respect to the data evaluated under paragraph 7#a72 and 7#c7 make available on the public website of the ,department of ,transportation1 in an accessible manner1 a report containing the results of the evaluation of data and determination made under paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 and a description of how the ,secretary plans to address such results4 7d7 ,report to ,congress on mishandled wheelchairs ,upon completion of each annual report required under subsection 7c71 the ,secretary shall transmit to the appropriate committees of ,congress such report4 7e7 ,feasibility of in-,cabin wheelchair restraint systems 7#a7 ,roadmap ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a publicly available strategic roadmap that describes how the ,department of ,transportation and the ,united ,states ,access ,board1 respectively1 shall1 in accordance with the recommendations from the ,national ,academies of ,science1 ,engineering1 and ,mathematics ,transportation ,research ,board ,special ,report #cda-- 7,a7 establish a program of research1 in collaboration with the ,rehabilitation ,engineering and ,assistive ,technology ,society of ,north ,america1 the assistive technology industry1 air carriers1 original equipment manufacturers1 national disability and disabled veterans organizations1 and any other relevant stakeholders1 to test and evaluate an appropriate selection of ,,wc#ai-;compliant wheelchairs and accessories in accordance with applicable ,,faa crashworthiness and safety performance criteria1 including the issues and considerations set forth in such ,special ,report #cda2 and 7,b7 sponsor studies that assess issues and considerations1 including those set forth in such ,special ,report #cda1 such as-- 7i7 the likely demand for air travel by individuals who are nonambulatory if such individuals could remain seated in their personal wheelchairs in flight2 and 7ii7 the feasibility of implementing seating arrangements that would accommodate passengers in wheelchairs in the main cabin in flight4 7#b7 ,study ,if determined to be technically feasible by the ,secretary1 not later than #b years after making such determination1 the ,secretary shall commence a study to assess the economic and financial feasibility of air carriers and foreign air carriers implementing seating arrangements that accommodate passengers with wheelchairs in the main cabin during flight4 ,such study shall include an assessment of-- 7,a7 the cost of such seating arrangements1 equipment1 and installation2 7,b7 the demand for such seating arrangements2 7,c7 the impact of such seating arrangements on passenger seating and safety on aircraft2 7,d7 the impact of such seating arrangements on the cost of operations and airfare2 and 7,e7 any other information determined appropriate by the ,secretary4 7#c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date on which the study under paragraph 7#b7 is completed1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a publicly available report describing the results of the study conducted under paragraph 7#b7 and any recommendations the ,secretary determines appropriate4 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,air carrier ,the term air carrier has the meaning given such term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,disability2 qualified individual with a disability ,the terms disability and qualified individual with a disability have the meanings given such terms in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7as in effect on date of enactment of this ,act74 7#c7 ,wheelchair ,the term wheelchair has the meaning given such term in section #cg4c of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7as in effect on date of enactment of this ,act71 and includes power wheelchairs1 manual wheelchairs1 and scooters4 #ede4 ,prioritizing accountability and accessibility for aviation consumers 7a7 ,annual report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress1 and make publicly available1 a report on aviation consumer complaints related to passengers with a disability filed with the ,department of ,transportation4 7b7 ,contents ,each annual report submitted under subsection 7a7 shall1 at a minimum1 include the following3 7#a7 ,the number of aviation consumer complaints reported to the ,secretary related to passengers with a disability filed with the ,department of ,transportation during the calendar year preceding the year in which such report is submitted4 7#b7 ,the nature of such complaints1 including reported issues with-- 7,a7 an air carrier1 including an air carrier's staff training or lack thereof2 7,b7 mishandling of passengers with a disability or their accessibility equipment1 including mobility aids and wheelchairs2 7,c7 the condition1 availability1 or lack of accessibility of equipment operated by an air carrier or a contractor of an air carrier2 7,d7 the accessibility of in-flight services1 including accessing and using on-board lavatories1 for passengers with a disability2 7,e7 difficulties experienced by passengers with a disability in communicating with air carrier personnel2 7,f7 difficulties experienced by passengers with a disability in being moved1 handled1 or otherwise assisted2 7,g7 an air carrier changing the flight itinerary of a passenger with a disability without the consent of such passenger2 7,h7 issues experienced by passengers with a disability traveling with a service animal2 and 7,i7 such other issues as the ,secretary determines appropriate4 7#c7 ,an overview of the review process for such complaints received during such calendar year4 7#d7 ,the median length of time for how quickly review of such complaints was initiated by the ,secretary4 7#e7 ,the median length of time for how quickly such complaints were resolved or otherwise addressed4 7#f7 ,of the complaints that were found to violate section #dagje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code-- 7,a7 the number of such complaints for which a formal enforcement order was issued2 and 7,b7 the number of such complaints for which a formal enforcement order was not issued4 7#g7 ,how many aviation consumer complaints related to passengers with a disability were referred to the ,department of ,justice for an enforcement action under-- 7,a7 section #ejd of the ,rehabilitation ,act of #aigc 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid72 7,b7 the ,americans with ,disabilities ,act of #aiij 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #abaja et seq472 or 7,c7 any other provision of law4 7#h7 ,how many aviation consumer complaints related to passengers with a disability filed with the ,department of ,transportation that involved airport staff 7or other matters under the jurisdiction of the ,,faa7 were referred to the ,,faa4 7#i7 ,the number of disability-related aviation consumer complaints filed with the ,department of ,transportation involving ,transportation ,security ,administration staff that were referred to the ,transportation ,security ,administration or the ,department of ,homeland ,security4 7c7 ,definitions 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b71 the definitions set forth in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 apply to this section4 7#b7 ,air carrier ,the term air carrier means an air carrier conducting passenger operations under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,passengers with a disability ,in this section1 the term passengers with a disability has the meaning given the term qualified individual with a disability in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #edf4 ,accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,advanced notice of proposed rulemaking ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall issue an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding seating accommodations for any qualified individual with a disability4 7#b7 ,notice of proposed rulemaking ,not later than #ah months after the date on which the advanced notice of proposed rulemaking under paragraph 7#a7 is completed1 the ,secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding seating accommodations for any qualified individual with a disability4 7#c7 ,final rule ,not later than #cj months after the date on which the notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph 7,b7 is completed1 the ,secretary shall issue a final rule pursuant to the rulemaking conducted under this subsection4 7b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out the advanced notice of proposed rulemaking required in subsection 7a77#a71 the ,secretary shall consider the following3 7#a7 ,the scope and anticipated number of qualified individuals with a disability who-- 7,a7 may need to be seated with a companion to receive assistance during a flight2 or 7,b7 should be afforded bulkhead seats or other seating considerations4 7#b7 ,the types of disabilities that may need seating accommodations4 7#c7 ,whether such qualified individuals with a disability are unable to obtain1 or have difficulty obtaining1 appropriate seating accommodations4 7#d7 ,the scope and anticipated number of individuals assisting a qualified individual with a disability who should be afforded an adjoining seat pursuant to section #chb4ha of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#e7 ,any notification given to qualified individuals with a disability regarding available seating accommodations4 7#f7 ,any method that is adequate to identify fraudulent claims for seating accommodations4 7#g7 ,any other information determined appropriate by the ,secretary4 7c7 ,known service animal travel pilot program 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish a pilot program to allow approved program participants as known service animals for purposes of exemption from the documentation requirements under part #chb of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 with respect to air travel with a service animal4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 be optional for a service animal accompanying a qualified individual with a disability2 7,b7 provide for assistance for applicants1 including over-the-phone assistance1 throughout the application process for the program2 and 7,c7 with respect to any web-based components of the pilot program1 meet or exceed the standards described in section #ejh of the ,rehabilitation ,act of #aigc 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid;d7 and the regulations implementing that ,act as set forth in part #aaid of title #cf1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulations74 7#c7 ,consultation ,in establishing the pilot program under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall consult with-- 7,a7 disability organizations1 including advocacy and nonprofit organizations that represent or provide services to individuals with disabilities2 7,b7 air carriers and foreign air carriers2 7,c7 accredited service animal training programs and authorized registrars1 such as the ,international ,guide ,dog ,federation1 ,assistance ,dogs ,international1 and other similar organizations and foreign and domestic governmental registrars of service animals2 7,d7 other relevant departments or agencies of the ,federal ,government2 and 7,e7 other entities determined to be appropriate by the ,secretary4 7#d7 ,eligibility ,to be eligible to participate in the pilot program under this subsection1 an individual shall-- 7,a7 be a qualified individual with a disability2 7,b7 require the assistance of a service animal because of a disability2 and 7,c7 submit an application to the ,secretary at such time1 in such manner1 and containing such information as the ,secretary may require4 7#e7 ,clarification ,the ,secretary may award a grant or enter into a contract or cooperative agreement in order to carry out this subsection4 7#f7 ,nominal fee ,the ,secretary may require an applicant to pay a nominal fee1 not to exceed #be1 to participate in the pilot program4 7#g7 ,reports to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the establishment of the pilot program under this subsection1 and annually thereafter until the date described in paragraph 7#h71 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress and make publicly available report on the progress of the pilot program4 7#h7 ,sunset ,the pilot program shall terminate on the date that is #e years after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7d7 ,accredited service animal training programs and authorized registrars ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall publish and maintain1 on the website of the ,department of ,transportation1 a list of-- 7#a7 accredited programs that train service animals2 and 7#b7 authorized registrars that evaluate service animals4 7e7 ,report to ,congress on service animal requests ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on requests for air travel with service animals1 including-- 7#a7 during the reporting period1 how many requests to board an aircraft with a service animal were made in total1 and how many requests were made by qualified individuals with disabilities2 and 7#b7 the number and percentage of such requests1 categorized by type of request1 that were reported by air carriers or foreign air carriers as-- 7,a7 granted2 7,b7 denied but not fraudulent2 or 7,c7 denied as fraudulent4 7f7 ,training 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall1 in consultation with the ,air ,carrier ,access ,act ,advisory ,committee1 issue guidance regarding improvements to training for airline personnel 7including contractors7 in recognizing when a qualified individual with a disability is traveling with a service animal4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the guidance issued under paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 take into account respectful engagement with and assistance for individuals with a wide range of visible and nonvisible disabilities2 7,b7 provide information on-- 7i7 service animal behavior and whether the service animal is appropriately harnessed1 leashed1 or otherwise tethered2 and 7ii7 the various types of service animals1 such as guide dogs1 hearing or signal dogs1 psychiatric service dogs1 sensory or social signal dogs1 and seizure response dogs2 and 7,c7 outline the rights and responsibilities of the handler of the service animal4 7g7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,air carrier ,the term air carrier has the meaning given that term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,foreign air carrier ,the term foreign air carrier has the meaning given that term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#c7 ,qualified individual with a disability ,the term qualified individual with a disability has the meaning given that term in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#d7 ,service animal ,the term service animal has the meaning given that term in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #edg4 ,equal accessibility to passenger portals 7a7 ,applications and information communication technologies ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall1 in consultation with the ,united ,states ,architectural and ,transportation ,barriers ,compliance ,board1 issue regulations setting forth minimum standards to ensure that individuals with disabilities are able to access customer-focused kiosks1 software applications1 and websites of air carriers1 foreign air carriers1 and airports1 in a manner that is equally as effective1 and has a substantially equivalent ease of use1 as for individuals without disabilities4 7b7 ,consistency with guidelines ,the standards set forth under subsection 7a7 shall be consistent with the standards contained in the ,web ,content ,accessibility ,guidelines #b4a ,level ,,aa of the ,web ,accessibility ,initiative of the ,world ,wide ,web ,consortium or any subsequent version of such ,guidelines4 7c7 ,review 7#a7 ,air ,carrier ,access ,act ,advisory ,committee review ,the ,air ,carrier ,access ,act ,advisory ,committee shall periodically review1 and make appropriate recommendations regarding1 the accessibility of websites1 kiosks1 and information communication technology of air carriers1 foreign air carriers1 and airports1 and make such recommendations publicly available4 7#b7 ,,dot review ,not later than #e years after issuing regulations under subsection 7a71 and every #e years thereafter1 the ,secretary shall-- 7,a7 review the recommendations of the ,air ,carrier ,access ,act ,advisory ,committee regarding the regulations issued under this subsection2 and 7,b7 update such regulations as necessary4 #edh4 ,aircraft access standards 7a7 ,aircraft access standards 7#a7 ,standards 7,a7 ,advance notice of proposed rulemaking ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall issue an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking regarding standards to ensure that the aircraft boarding and deplaning process is accessible1 in terms of design for1 transportation of1 and communication with1 individuals with disabilities1 including individuals who use wheelchairs4 7,b7 ,notice of proposed rulemaking ,not later than #a year after the date on which the advanced notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph 7,a7 is completed1 the ,secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding standards addressed in subparagraph 7,a74 7,c7 ,final rule ,not later than #a year after the date on which the notice of proposed rulemaking under subparagraph 7,b7 is completed1 the ,secretary shall issue a final rule4 7#b7 ,covered airport1 equipment1 and features ,the standards prescribed under paragraph 7#a77;,a7 shall address1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 boarding and deplaning equipment2 7,b7 improved procedures to ensure the priority cabin stowage for manual assistive devices pursuant to section #chb4fg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,c7 improved cargo hold storage to prevent damage to assistive devices4 7#c7 ,consultation ,for purposes of the rulemaking under this subsection1 the ,secretary shall consult with the ,access ,board and any other relevant department or agency to determine appropriate accessibility standards4 7b7 ,in-,flight entertainment rulemaking ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking in accordance with the ,november #bb1 #bjaf1 resolution of the ,department of ,transportation ,,access ,committee and the consensus recommendation set forth in the ,term ,sheet ,reflecting ,agreement of the ,access ,committee ,regarding ,in-,flight ,entertainment4 7c7 ,negotiated rulemaking on in-,cabin wheelchair restraint systems and enplaning and deplaning standards 7#a7 ,timing 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after completion of the report required by section #edd7;e77#b71 and if such report finds economic and financial feasibility of air carriers and foreign air carriers implementing seating arrangements that accommodate individuals with disabilities using wheelchairs 7including power wheelchairs1 manual wheelchairs1 and scooters7 in the main cabin during flight1 the ,secretary shall conduct a negotiated rulemaking on new type certificated aircraft standards for seating arrangements that accommodate such individuals in the main cabin during flight or an accessible route to a minimum of #b aircraft passenger seats for passengers to access from personal assistive devices of such individuals4 7,b7 ,requirement ,the negotiated rulemaking under subparagraph 7,a7 shall include participation of representatives of-- 7i7 air carriers2 7ii7 aircraft manufacturers2 7iii7 national disability organizations2 7iv7 aviation safety experts2 and 7v7 mobility aid manufacturers4 7#b7 ,notice of proposed rulemaking ,not later than #a year after the completion of the negotiated rulemaking required under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking regarding the standards described in paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,final rule ,not later than #a year after the date on which the notice of proposed rulemaking under paragraph 7#b7 is completed1 the ,secretary shall issue a final rule regarding the standards described in paragraph 7#a74 7#d7 ,considerations ,in the negotiated rulemaking and rulemaking required under this subsection1 the ,secretary shall consider-- 7,a7 a reasonable period for the design1 certification1 and construction of aircraft that meet the requirements2 7,b7 the safety of all persons on-board the aircraft1 including necessary wheelchair standards and wheelchair compliance with ,,faa crashworthiness and safety performance criteria2 and 7,c7 the costs of design1 installation1 equipage1 and aircraft capacity impacts1 including partial fleet equipage and fare impacts4 7d7 ,visual and tactilely accessible announcements ,the ,advisory ,committee established under section #dci of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dagje note7 shall examine technical solutions and the feasibility of visually and tactilely accessible announcements on-board aircraft4 7e7 ,airport facilities ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall1 in direct consultation with the ,access ,board1 prescribe regulations setting forth minimum standards under section #dagje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 that ensure all gates 7including counters71 ticketing areas1 and customer service desks covered under such section at airports are accessible to and usable by all individuals with disabilities1 including through the provision of visually and tactilely accessible announcements and full and equal access to aural communications4 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,access ,board ,the term ,access ,board means the ,architectural and ,transportation ,barriers ,compliance ,board4 7#b7 ,air carrier ,the term air carrier has the meaning given such term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#c7 ,individual with a disability ,the term individual with a disability has the meaning given such term in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#d7 ,foreign air carrier ,the term foreign air carrier has the meaning given such term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #edi4 ,investigation of complaints ,section #dagje7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking paragraph 7#a71 and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall-- 7,a7 not later than #abj days after the receipt of any complaint of a violation of this section or a regulation prescribed under this section1 investigate such complaint2 and 7,b7 provide1 in writing1 to the individual that filed the complaint and the air carrier or foreign air carrier alleged to have violated this section or a regulation prescribed under this section1 the determination of the ,secretary with respect to-- 7i7 whether the air carrier or foreign air carrier violated this section or a regulation prescribed under this section2 7ii7 the facts underlying the complaint2 and 7iii7 any action the ,secretary is taking in response to the complaint4 4 #eej4 ,removal of outdated references to passengers with disabilities 7a7 ,sovereignty and use of airspace ,section #djajc7;a77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking handicapped individuals and inserting individuals with disabilities4 7b7 ,special prices for foreign air transportation ,section #daeaa7;b77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking handicap and inserting disability4 7c7 ,discrimination against individuals with disabilities ,section #dagje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended in the heading by striking handicapped individuals and inserting individuals with disabilities4 7d7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #dagje and inserting the following3 #dagje4 ,discrimination against individuals with disabilities4 4 #eea4 ,on-board wheelchairs in aircraft cabin 7a7 ,in general ,if an individual informs an air carrier or foreign air carrier at the time of booking a ticket for air transportation on a covered aircraft that the individual requires the use of any wheelchair1 the air carrier or foreign air carrier shall provide information regarding the provision and use of on-board wheelchairs1 including the rights and responsibilities of the air carrier and passenger as such rights and responsibilities relate to the provision and use of on-board wheelchairs4 7b7 ,availability of information ,an air carrier or foreign air carrier that operates a covered aircraft shall provide on a publicly available website of the carrier information regarding the rights and responsibilities of both passengers on such aircraft and the air carrier or foreign air carrier relating to on-board wheelchairs1 including-- 7#a7 that an air carrier or foreign air carrier is required to equip aircraft that have more than #fj passenger seats and that have an accessible lavatory 7whether or not having such a lavatory is required by section #chb4fc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 with an on-board wheelchair1 unless an exception described in such section #chb4fe applies2 7#b7 that a qualified individual with a disability 7as defined in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7as in effect on date of enactment of this ,act77 may request an on-board wheelchair on aircraft with more than #fj passenger seats even if the lavatory is not accessible and that the basis of such request must be that the individual can use an inaccessible lavatory but cannot reach it from a seat without using an on-board wheelchair2 7#c7 that the air carrier or foreign air carrier may require the qualified individual with a disability to provide the advance notice specified in section #chb4bg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 in order for the individual to be provided with the on-board wheelchair2 and 7#d7 if the air carrier or foreign air carrier requires the advance notice described in paragraph 7#c71 information on how such a qualified individual with a disability can make such a request4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,applicability of terms ,the definitions contained in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 apply to this section4 7#b7 ,covered aircraft ,the term covered aircraft means an aircraft that is required to be equipped with on-board wheelchairs in accordance with section #chb4fe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #eeb4 ,aircraft accessibility 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall initiate a program to study and evaluate the accessibility of new transport category aircraft designs certified1 including1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 considering the safe boarding and deplaning processes for such aircraft1 including individuals who use wheelchairs or other mobility aids1 are blind or have limited vision1 or are deaf or hard of hearing2 and 7#b7 determining such aircraft can provide accessible lavatories4 7b7 ,consultation ,in conducting the study and evaluation under this section1 the ,secretary shall consult with-- 7#a7 air carriers2 7#b7 aircraft manufacturers and aerospace supply companies2 and 7#c7 other stakeholders as determined appropriate by the ,secretary4 7c7 ,report and recommendations ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress-- 7#a7 a report on the findings of the study and evaluation under subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 any recommendations based on the findings of such study and evaluation4 7d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to require the ,secretary to require the retrofit of transport category aircraft based on the findings and evaluation under subsection 7a74 ,c ,air ,service ,development #efa4 ,essential air service reforms 7a7 ,reduction in subsidy cap 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dagca7;a77#a77;,c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7,c7 had an average subsidy per passenger1 as determined by the ,secretary-- 7i7 of less than #a1jjj during the most recent fiscal year beginning before ,october #a1 #bjbf1 regardless of driving miles to the nearest large or medium hub airport2 7ii7 of less than #hej during the most recent fiscal year beginning after ,september #cj1 #bjbf1 regardless of driving miles to the nearest medium or large hub airport2 and 7iii7 of less than #fej during the most recent fiscal year for locations that are less than #age miles from the nearest large or medium hub airport2 and 4 7#b7 ,notice ,section #dagca7;a77#a77;,d77ii7 is amended by striking #ij-;day and inserting #adj-;day4 7#c7 ,waivers ,section #dagca7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7e7 ,waivers 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may waive1 on an annual basis1 subsections 7a77#a77;,b7 and 7a77#a77;,c77iii7 with respect to an eligible place if such place demonstrates to the ,secretary's satisfaction that the reason the eligibility requirements of such subsections are not met is due to a temporary decline in demand4 7#b7 ,limitation ,beginning with fiscal year #bjbg1 the ,secretary may not provide a waiver of subsection 7a77#a77;,b7 to any location-- 7,a7 in more than #b consecutive fiscal years2 or 7,b7 in more than #e fiscal years within #be consecutive years4 7#c7 ,limitation ,beginning in fiscal year #bjbg1 the ,secretary may not provide a waiver of subsection 7a77#a77;,c77iii7 to any location-- 7,a7 in more than #b consecutive fiscal years2 or 7,b7 in more than #e fiscal years within #be consecutive years4 4 7#d7 ,conforming amendments 7,a7 ,section #ccb of the ,department of ,transportation and ,related ,agencies ,appropriations ,act1 #bjjj 7,public ,law #ajf-fi2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #dagca note7 is repealed4 7,b7 ,subsections 7c7 and 7d7 of section #dbf of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dagca note7 are repealed4 7b7 ,restriction on length of routes 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dagcb7;a77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7#a7 to a medium or large hub airport less than #fej miles from an eligible place 7unless such airport or eligible place are located in a noncontiguous ,state72 or 4 7#b7 ,exception ,the amendment made by paragraph 7#a7 shall not apply to an eligible place that is served by an air carrier selected to receive essential air service compensation under subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 if-- 7,a7 such service is in effect upon the date of enactment of this ,act2 and 7,b7 such service is provided by the same air carrier that provided service on the date of enactment of this ,act4 7#c7 ,sunset ,paragraph 7#b7 shall cease to have effect on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 7c7 ,improvements to basic essential air service ,section #dagcb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a77#b7 by inserting medium or large after nearest2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 by striking paragraphs 7#c7 and 7#d72 7,b7 by redesignating paragraph 7#e7 as paragraph 7#c72 and 7,c7 by striking paragraph 7#f74 7d7 ,level of basic essential air service ,section #dagcc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7c77#a7-- 7,a7 by striking subparagraph 7,b7 and inserting the following3 7,b7 the contractual1 marketing1 code-share1 or interline arrangements the applicant has made with a larger air carrier serving the hub airport2 2 7,b7 by striking subparagraph 7,c72 7,c7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,d7 through 7,f7 as subparagraphs 7,c7 through 7,e71 respectively2 7,d7 in subparagraph 7,c71 as so redesignated1 by striking giving substantial weight to and inserting including2 7,e7 in subparagraph 7,d71 as so redesignated1 by striking and at the end2 7,f7 in subparagraph 7,e71 as so redesignated1 by striking the period and inserting 2 and2 and 7,g7 by adding at the end the following3 7,f7 the total compensation proposed by the air carrier for providing scheduled air service under this section4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7h7 by striking by section #ccb of the ,department of ,transportation and ,related ,agencies ,appropriations ,act1 #bjjj 7,public ,law #ajf-fi2 #aac ,stat4 #ajbb7 and inserting under section #dagca7;a77#a77;,c74 7e7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that route structures to rural airports serve a critical function to the ,nation by connecting many military installations to major regional airline hubs4 7f7 ,ending1 suspending1 and reducing basic essential air service ,section #dagcd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 by striking ,an air carrier and inserting ,subject to subsection 7d71 an air carrier2 and 7,b7 by striking #ij and inserting #adj2 7#b7 by striking subsection 7d7 and inserting the following3 7d7 ,continuation of compensation after notice period 7#a7 ,in general ,if an air carrier receiving compensation under section #dagcc for providing basic essential air service to an eligible place is required to continue to provide service to such place under this section after the #adj-;day notice period under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary-- 7,a7 shall provide the carrier with compensation sufficient to pay to the carrier the amount required by the then existing contract for performing the basic essential air service that was being provided when the #adj-;day notice was given under subsection 7a72 7,b7 may pay an additional amount that represents a reasonable return on investment2 and 7,c7 may pay an additional return that recognizes the demonstrated additional lost profits from opportunities foregone and the likelihood that those lost profits increase as the period during which the carrier or provider is required to provide the service continues4 7#b7 ,authority ,the ,secretary may incorporate contract termination penalties or conditions on compensation into a contract for an air carrier to provide service to an eligible place that take effect in the event an air carrier provides notice that it is ending1 suspending1 or reducing basic essential air service4 2 7#c7 in subsection 7e7 by striking providing that service after the #ij-;day notice period and all that follows through the period at the end of paragraph 7#b7 and inserting providing that service after the #adj-;day notice period required by subsection 7a71 the ,secretary may provide the air carrier with compensation after the end of the #adj-;day notice period to pay for the fully allocated actual cost to the air carrier of performing the basic essential air service that was being provided when the #adj-;day notice was given under subsection 7a7 plus a reasonable return on investment that is at least #e percent of operating costs42 and 7#d7 in subsection 7f7 by inserting air after find another4 7g7 ,enhanced essential air service ,section #dagce of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the item relating to such section in the analysis for subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dag of such title1 are repealed4 7h7 ,compensation guidelines1 limitations1 and claims ,section #dagcg7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking 7#a7 before ,the ,secretary may2 and 7#b7 by striking paragraph 7#b74 7i7 ,joint proposals ,section #dagdj of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the item relating to such section in the analysis for subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dag of such title1 are repealed4 7j7 ,preservation of basic essential air service at single carrier dominated hub airports ,section #dagdd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the item relating to such section in the analysis for subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dag of such title1 are repealed4 7k7 ,community and regional choice programs ,section #dagde of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a77#c71 by striking subparagraph 7,e7 and redesignating subparagraph 7,f7 as subparagraph 7,e72 7#b7 by striking subsections 7b7 and 7c72 and 7#c7 by redesignating subsections 7d7 through 7g7 as subsections 7b7 through 7e71 respectively4 7l7 ,marketing program ,section #dagdh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the item relating to such section in the analysis for subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dag of such title1 are repealed4 #efb4 ,small community air service development grants ,section #dagdc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#d77;,b71 by striking #aj-year and inserting #e-year2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#e7-- 7i7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,b7 through 7,g7 as subparagraphs 7,c7 through 7,h71 respectively2 7ii7 by inserting after subparagraph 7,a7 the following3 7,b7 the community has demonstrated support from at least #a air carrier to provide service2 2 and 7iii7 in subparagraph 7,f71 as so redesignated1 by inserting or substantially reduced 7as measured by enplanements1 capacity 7seats71 schedule1 connections1 or routes7 after terminated2 7#b7 in subsection 7d7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by inserting 1 which shall begin with each new grant1 including same-project new grants1 and which shall be calculated on a non-consecutive basis for air carriers that provide air service that is seasonal after #c years2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b7 by inserting 1 or an airport where air service has been terminated or substantially reduced1 before to obtain service2 7#c7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by inserting or the community's current air service needs after the project2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b7 by striking #aj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjah through #bjbc and all that follows through ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting #ae1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh2 7#d7 in subsection 7g77#d7 by striking and the creation of aviation development zones2 and 7#e7 by striking subsections 7f7 and 7h7 and redesignating subsection 7g7 7as amended by paragraph 7#d77 as subsection 7f74 #efc4 ,,gao study and report on the alternate essential air service pilot program 7a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general shall study the effectiveness of the alternate essential air service pilot program established under section #dagde of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 7in this section referred to as the ,alternate ,,eas program71 including challenges1 if any1 that have impeded robust community participation in the ,alternate ,,eas program4 7b7 ,contents ,the study required under subsection 7a7 shall include an assessment of potential changes to the ,alternate ,,eas program and the basic essential air service programs under subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 including changes in which ,governors of ,states or territories containing essential air service communities would be given block grants in lieu of essential air service subsidies4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the study required under subsection 7a71 including any recommendations for legislation and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 #efd4 ,essential air service in parts of ,alaska ,not later than ,september #a1 #bjbd1 the ,secretary1 in consultation with the appropriate ,state authority of ,alaska1 shall review all domestic points in the ,state of ,alaska that were deleted from carrier certificates between ,july #a1 #aifh1 and ,october #bd1 #aigh1 and that were not subsequently determined to be an eligible place prior to ,january #a1 #aihb1 as a result of being unpopulated at that time due to destruction during the #aifd earthquake and its resultant tidal wave1 to determine whether such points have been resettled or relocated and should be designated as an eligible place entitled to receive a determination of the level of essential air service supported1 if necessary1 with ,federal funds4 #efe4 ,essential air service community petition for review 7a7 ,in general ,section #dagcc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b77#b7 by inserting 1 as defined by the ,secretary after appropriate representative of the place2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7i7 ,community petition for review 7#a7 ,petition ,an appropriate representative of an eligible place1 as defined by the ,secretary1 may submit to the ,secretary a petition expressing no confidence in the air carrier providing basic essential air service under this section and requesting a review by the ,secretary4 ,a petition submitted under this subsection shall demonstrate that the air carrier-- 7,a7 is unwilling or unable to meet the operational specifications outlined in the order issued by the ,secretary specifying the terms of basic essential air service to such place2 7,b7 is experiencing reliability challenges with the potential to adversely affect air service to such place2 or 7,c7 is no longer able to provide service to such place at the rate of compensation specified by the ,secretary4 7#b7 ,review ,not later than #b months after the date on which the ,secretary receives a petition under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall review the operational performance of the air carrier providing basic essential air service to such place that submitted such petition and determine whether such air carrier is fully complying with the obligations specified in the order issued by the ,secretary specifying the terms of basic essential air service to such place4 7#c7 ,termination ,if based on a review under paragraph 7#b71 the ,secretary determines noncompliance by an air carrier with an order specifying the terms for basic essential air service to the community1 the ,secretary may-- 7,a7 terminate the order issued to the air carrier2 and 7,b7 issue a notice pursuant to subsection 7c7 that an air carrier may apply to provide basic essential air service to such place for compensation under this section and select an applicant pursuant to such subsection4 7#d7 ,continuation of service ,if the ,secretary makes a determination under paragraph 7#c7 to terminate an order issued to an air carrier under this section1 the ,secretary shall ensure continuity in air service to the affected place4 4 #eff4 ,essential air service authorization ,section #dagdb7;a77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #aee1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjah and all that follows through ,may #aj1 #bjbd1 and inserting #cdh1edd1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd1 #cdj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe1 #cdb1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf1 #cdb1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg1 and #cej1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 #efg4 ,,gao study on costs of essential air service 7a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study of the change in costs of the essential air service program under sections #dagca through #dagdb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall-- 7#a7 assess trends in costs of the essential air service program under sections #dagca through #dagdb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 over the #aj-year period ending on the date of enactment of this ,act2 and 7#b7 review potential causes for the increased cost of the essential air service program1 including-- 7,a7 labor costs2 7,b7 fuel costs2 7,c7 aging aircraft costs2 7,d7 air carrier opportunity costs2 7,e7 airport costs2 and 7,f7 the effects of the ,,covid-#ai pandemic4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #ah months 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 conducted under subsection 7a74 #efh4 ,response time for applications to provide essential air service ,the ,secretary shall take such actions as are necessary to respond with an approval or denial of any application filed by an applicant to provide essential air service under subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to the greatest extent practicable not later than #f months after receiving such application4 ,the ,assistant ,general ,counsel for ,international and ,aviation ,economic ,law shall ensure the timely review of all orders proposed by the ,essential ,air ,service ,office1 and such timeliness shall be analyzed annually by the ,general ,counsel of the ,department of ,transportation4 #efi4 ,,gao study on certain airport delays ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on flight delays in the ,states of ,new ,york1 ,new ,jersey1 and ,connecticut and the possible causes of such delays4 #egj4 ,report on restoration of small community air service 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall seek to enter into an agreement with the ,national ,academies to conduct a study on the loss of commercial air service in small communities in the ,united ,states and options to restore such service4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 that ,national ,academies shall-- 7#a7 assess the reduction of scheduled commercial air service to small communities over a #e-year period ending on the date of enactment of this ,act1 to include small communities that have lost all scheduled commercial air service2 7#b7 review economic trends that have resulted in reduction or loss of scheduled commercial air service to such communities2 7#c7 review the economic losses of such communities who have suffered a reduction or loss of scheduled commercial air service2 7#d7 identify the causes that prompted air carriers to reduce or eliminate scheduled commercial air service to such communities2 7#e7 assess the impact of changing aircraft economics2 and 7#f7 identify recommendations that can be implemented by such communities or ,federal1 ,state1 or local agencies to aid in the restoration or replacement of scheduled commercial air service4 7c7 ,case studies ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,national ,academies shall assess not fewer than #g communities that have lost commercial air service or have had commercial air service significantly reduced in the past #ae years1 including-- 7#a7 ,williamsport ,regional ,airport2 7#b7 ,alamogordo-,white ,sands ,regional ,airport2 and 7#c7 ,chautauqua ,county ,jamestown ,airport4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,national ,academies shall submit to the ,secretary and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing-- 7#a7 the results of the study described in subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 recommendations to ,congress and communities on action that can be taken to improve or restore scheduled commercial service to small communities4 7e7 ,funding ,no funding made available to carry out subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 may be used to carry out this section4 ,,vi ,modernizing the ,national ,airspace ,system #fja4 ,instrument landing system installation 7a7 ,in general ,not later than ,january #a1 #bjbe1 the ,administrator shall expedite the installation of at least #ae instrument landing systems 7in this section referred to as ,,ils7 in the national airspace system by utilizing the existing ,,ils contract vehicle and the employees of the ,,faa4 7b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 incorporate lessons learned from installations under section #ddejb7;a77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7#b7 record metrics of cost and time savings of expedited installations2 7#c7 consider opportunities to further develop ,,ils technical expertise among the employees of the ,,faa2 and 7#d7 consider the cost-benefit analysis of utilizing the existing ,,ils contract vehicle1 the employees of the ,,faa1 or both1 to accelerate the installation and deployment of procured equipment4 7c7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than ,june #cj1 #bjbe1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress-- 7#a7 on the installation of ,,ils under this section2 7#b7 describing any planned near-term ,,ils installations2 and 7#c7 outlining the approach of the ,,faa to accelerate future procurement and installation of ,,ils throughout the national airspace system in a manner consistent with the requirements of title ,,viii of division ,j of the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh74 #fjb4 ,navigation aids study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall initiate a study examining the effects of reclassifying navigation aids to ,design ,assurance ,level-,a from ,design ,assurance ,level-,b1 including the following navigation aids3 7#a7 ,distance measuring equipment4 7#b7 ,very high frequency omni-directional range4 7#c7 ,tactical air navigation4 7#d7 ,wide area augmentation system4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the inspector general shall address-- 7#a7 the cost-benefit analyses associated with the reclassification described in such subsection2 7#b7 the findings from the operational safety assessments and preliminary hazard analyses of the navigation aids listed in such subsection2 7#c7 the risks of such reclassification on navigation aid equipment currently in use2 7#d7 the potential impacts on global interoperability of navigational aids2 and 7#e7 what additional actions should be taken based on the findings of this subsection4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #bd months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the inspector general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a74 #fjc4 ,next,gen accountability review 7a7 ,in general ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbf1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with the ,national ,academy of ,public ,administration to initiate a review to assess the performance of the ,,faa in delivering and implementing quantifiable operational benefits to the national airspace system within the ,next,gen program4 7b7 ,review requirements ,in conducting the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,national ,academy of ,public ,administration shall-- 7#a7 leverage metrics used by the ,,faa to quantify the benefits of ,next,gen technology and investments2 7#b7 validate metrics and identify additional metrics the ,,faa can use to track national airspace system throughput and savings as a result of ,next,gen investments-- 7,a7 by calculating a per flight average1 weighted by distance1 of the-- 7i7 reduction and cumulative savings of track miles and time savings2 7ii7 reduction and cumulative savings of emissions and fuel burn2 and 7iii7 reduction of aircraft operation time2 and 7,b7 by using any other metrics that the ,national ,academy determines may provide insights into the quantifiable benefits for operators in the national airspace system2 and 7#c7 validate current metrics and identify additional metrics the ,,faa can use to track and assess fleet equipage across operators in the national airspace system1 including identifying-- 7,a7 the percentage of aircraft equipped with ,next,gen avionics equipment as recommended in the report of the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee titled ,minimum ,capabilities ,list 7,,mcl7 ,ad ,hoc ,team ,,nac ,task #ai-a ,report1 issued on ,november #ag1 #bjbj2 7,b7 quantified costs and benefits for an operator to properly equip an aircraft with baseline ,next,gen avionics equipment over the lifecycle of such aircraft2 and 7,c7 cumulative unrealized ,next,gen benefits associated with rates of mixed equipage across operators4 7c7 ,industry consultation ,in conducting the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,national ,academy of ,public ,administration may consult with aviation industry stakeholders4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #bgj days after the initiation of the review under subsection 7a71 the ,national ,academy shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing any findings and recommendations under such review4 7e7 ,publication ,not later than #ahj days after receiving the report required under subsection 7d71 the ,administrator shall establish a website of the ,,faa that can be used to monitor and update-- 7#a7 the metrics identified by the review conducted under subsection 7a7 on a quarterly and annual basis through #bjcj1 as appropriate2 and 7#b7 the total amount invested in ,next,gen technologies and resulting quantifiable benefits on a quarterly basis until the ,administrator announces the completion of ,next,gen implementation4 #fjd4 ,airspace access 7a7 ,coalescing airspace 7#a7 ,review of national airspace system ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,defense1 shall conduct a comprehensive review of the airspace of the national airspace system1 including special use airspace4 7#b7 ,streamlining and expediting access ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall identify methods to streamline1 expedite1 and provide greater flexibility of access to certain categories of airspace for users of the national airspace system who may not regularly have such access4 7b7 ,briefing 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c months after the completion of review the under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the findings of such review and a proposed action plan to improve access to airspace for users of the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,contents ,in the briefing under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall include1 at a minimum1 the following3 7,a7 ,an identification of current challenges and barriers faced by airspace users in accessing certain categories of airspace1 including special use airspace4 7,b7 ,an evaluation of existing procedures1 regulations1 and requirements that may impede or delay access to certain categories of airspace for certain users of the national airspace system4 7,c7 ,actions for streamlining and expediting the airspace access process1 including potential regulatory changes1 technological advancements1 and enhanced coordination among relevant stakeholders and ,federal agencies4 7,d7 ,if determined appropriate1 an implementation plan for a framework that allows for temporary access to certain categories of airspace1 including special use airspace1 by users of the national airspace system who do not have regular access to such airspace4 7,e7 ,an assessment of the impact of airspace access improvements described in paragraph 7#a7 on the safety of1 efficiency of1 and economic opportunities for airspace users1 including-- 7i7 military operators2 7ii7 commercial operators2 and 7iii7 general aviation operators4 7#c7 ,implementation and follow-up 7,a7 ,action plan ,the ,administrator shall take such actions as are necessary to implement the action plan developed pursuant to this section4 7,b7 ,coordination ,in implementing the action plan under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall coordinate with relevant stakeholders1 including airspace users and the ,secretary of ,defense1 to ensure effective implementation of such action plan1 and ongoing collaboration in addressing airspace access challenges4 7,c7 ,progress reports ,the ,administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress periodic briefings on the implementation of the action plan developed under this subparagraph 7,a71 including updates on-- 7i7 the adoption of streamlined procedures2 7ii7 technological enhancements2 and 7iii7 any regulatory changes necessary to improve airspace access and flexibility4 #fje4 ,,faa contract tower workforce audit 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall initiate an audit of the workforce needs of the ,contract ,tower ,program1 as established under section #dgabd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the audit required under subsection 7a71 the inspector general shall1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 review the assumptions and methodologies used in assessing ,,faa contract towers staffing levels and determine the adequacy of staffing levels at such towers2 7#b7 evaluate the supply and demand of trained and certificated personnel prepared for work and such towers2 7#c7 examine efforts to establish an air traffic controller training program or curriculum to allow contract tower contractors to conduct-- 7,a7 initial training of controller candidates employed or soon to be employed by such contractors who do not have a ,control ,tower ,operator certificate or a ,,faa tower credential2 7,b7 any initial training for controller candidates who have completed an approved ,air ,traffic ,collegiate ,training ,initiative program from an accredited school that has a demonstrated successful curriculum2 or 7,c7 on-the-job training of such candidates described in subparagraphs 7,a7 or 7,b72 7#d7 assess whether establishing pathways to allow contract tower contractors to use the air traffic technical training academy of the ,,faa1 or other means such as higher educational institutions1 to provide initial technical training for air traffic controllers employed by such contractors could improve the workforce needs of the contract tower program and any related impact such training may have on air traffic controller staffing more broadly2 and 7#e7 consult with the exclusive bargaining representative of the air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #ij days after the completion of the audit under subsection 7a71 the inspector general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings of such audit and any recommendations as a result of such audit4 7d7 ,implementation ,the ,administrator shall take such actions as are necessary to implement any recommendations included in the report required under subsection 7c7 with which the ,administrator concurs4 7e7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection shall be construed as a delegation of authority by the ,administrator to air traffic control contractors for the purposes of issuing initial certifications to air traffic controllers4 #fjf4 ,air traffic control tower safety ,in designing1 adopting a design1 or constructing an air traffic control tower based on a previously adopted design1 the ,administrator shall prioritize the safety of the national airspace system1 the safety of employees of the ,administration1 the operational reliability of such air traffic control tower1 and the costs of such tower4 #fjg4 ,air traffic services data reports ,section #decjc7;g77#b77;,a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #h years and inserting #ad years4 #fjh4 ,consideration of small hub control towers ,in selecting projects for the replacement of federally owned air traffic control towers from funds made available under the heading ,federal ,aviation ,administration--,facilities and ,equipment in title ,,viii of division ,j of the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh71 the ,administrator shall consider selecting projects at small hub commercial service airports with control towers that are at least #ej years old4 #fji4 ,flight profile optimization 7a7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,establishment ,the ,administrator shall establish a pilot program to award grants to air traffic flow management technology providers to develop prototype capabilities to incorporate flight profile optimization 7in this section referred to as ,,fpo7 into the trajectory based-operations air traffic flow management system of the ,,faa4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in establishing the pilot program under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consider the following3 7,a7 ,the extent to which developed ,,fpo capabilities may reduce strain on the national airspace system infrastructure while facilitating safe and efficient flow of future air traffic volumes and diverse range of aircraft and advanced aviation aircraft4 7,b7 ,the extent to which developed ,,fpo capabilities may achieve environmental benefits and time savings4 7,c7 ,the perspectives of ,,faa employees responsible for air traffic flow management development projects1 bilateral civil aviation regulatory partners1 and industry applicants on the performance of the ,,faa in carrying out air traffic flow management system development projects4 7,d7 ,any other information the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7#c7 ,application ,to be eligible to receive a grant under the program1 an air traffic flow management technology provider shall submit an application to the ,administrator at such time1 in such manner1 and containing such information as the ,administrator may require4 7#d7 ,maximum amount ,a grant awarded under the program may not exceed #b1jjj1jjj to a single air traffic flow management technology provider4 7b7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter until the termination of the pilot program under subsection 7d7 established under this section1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress of such pilot program1 including any implementation challenges of the program1 detailed metrics of the program1 and any recommendations to achieve the adoption of ,,fpo4 7c7 ,trajectory-based operations defined ,in this section1 the term trajectory-based operations means an air traffic flow management method for strategically planning1 managing1 and optimizing flights that uses time-based management1 performance-based navigation1 and other capabilities and processes to achieve air traffic flow management operational objectives and improvements4 7d7 ,sunset ,the pilot program under this section shall terminate on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #faj4 ,extension of enhanced air traffic services pilot program ,section #edg of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djajc note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7d7 and inserting the following3 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,certain ,next,gen avionics ,the term certain ,next,gen avionics means those avionics and baseline capabilities as recommended in the report of the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee titled ,minimum ,capabilities ,list 7,,mcl7 ,ad ,hoc ,team ,,nac ,task #ai-a ,report1 issued on ,november #ag1 #bjbj4 7#b7 ,preferential basis ,the term preferential basis means prioritizing aircraft equipped with certain ,next,gen avionics by providing them more efficient service1 shorter queuing1 or priority clearances to the maximum extent possible without reducing overall capacity or safety of the national airspace system4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7e7 by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 #faa4 ,federal contact tower wage determinations and positions 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall request that the ,secretary of ,labor-- 7#a7 review and update1 as necessary1 including to account for cost-of-living adjustments1 the basis for the wage determination for air traffic controllers who are employed at air traffic control towers operated under the ,contract ,tower ,program established under section #dgabd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7#b7 reassess the basis for air traffic controller occupation codes2 7#c7 create a new wage determination category or occupation code for managers of air traffic controllers who are employed at air traffic control towers operated under the ,contract ,tower ,program2 and 7#d7 consult with the ,administrator in carrying out the requirements of paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c74 7b7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,labor1 shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that includes-- 7#a7 a description of the findings and conclusions of the review and reassessment made under subsection 7a72 7#b7 an explanation of and justification for the basis for the wage determination2 and 7#c7 a description of the actions taken by the ,department of ,transportation and the ,department of ,labor to ensure that contract tower air traffic controller wages are adjusted for inflation and are assigned the appropriate occupation codes4 #fab4 ,briefing on radio communications coverage around mountainous terrain 7a7 ,briefing requirement ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the radio communications coverage within the airspace surrounding the ,mena ,intermountain ,municipal ,airport in ,mena1 ,arkansas4 7b7 ,briefing contents ,the briefing required under subsection 7a7 shall include the following3 7#a7 ,the radio communications coverage within the airspace surrounding the ,mena ,intermountain ,municipal ,airport with the applicable ,air ,route ,traffic ,control ,center4 7#b7 ,the altitudes at which radio communications capabilities are lost within such airspace4 7#c7 ,recommendations on changes to increase radio communications coverage below #d1jjj feet above ground level within such airspace4 #fac4 ,aeronautical mobile communications services 7a7 ,satellite voice communications services ,the ,administrator shall evaluate the addition of satellite voice communication services 7in this section referred to as ,sat,voice7 to the ,aeronautical ,mobile ,communications program 7in this section referred to as the ,,amcs program7 that provides for the delivery of air traffic control messages in oceanic and remote continental airspace4 7b7 ,analysis and implementation procedures ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall begin to develop the safety case analysis and implementation procedures for ,sat,voice instructions over the controlled oceanic and remote continental airspace regions of the ,,faa4 7c7 ,requirements ,the analysis and implementation procedures required under subsection 7b7 shall include1 at a minimum1 the following3 7#a7 ,network and protocol testing and integration with satellite service providers4 7#b7 ,operational testing with aircraft to identify and resolve performance issues4 7#c7 ,a definition of ,satcom ,standards and ,recommended ,practices established through a collaboration with the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization1 which shall include an ,,rcp-#acj performance standard as well as ,sat,voice standards4 7#d7 ,training for radio operators on new operation procedures and protocols4 7#e7 ,a phased implementation plan for incorporating ,sat,voice services into the ,,amcs program4 7#f7 ,the estimated cost of the implementation procedures for relevant stakeholders4 7d7 ,,hf_/,,vhf minimum equipage 7#a7 ,rule of ,construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to affect the ,,hf_/,,vhf equipage requirement for communications in oceanic and remote continental airspace as of the date of enactment of this ,act4 7#b7 ,maintenance of ,,hf_/,,vhf services ,the ,administrator shall maintain ,,hf_/,,vhf services existing as of the date of enactment of this ,act as minimum equipage under the ,,amcs program to provide for auxiliary communication and maintain safety in the event of a satellite outage4 #fad4 ,delivery of clearance to pilots via internet protocol 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish a pilot program to conduct testing and an evaluation to determine the feasibility of the use1 in air traffic control towers1 of technology for mobile clearance delivery for general aviation and on-demand air carriers operating under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 at suitable airports that do not have tower data link services4 7b7 ,airport selection 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall designate #e suitable airports for participation in the program established under subsection 7a7 after consultation with the exclusive representatives of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 airport sponsors1 aircraft and avionics manufacturers1 ,,mitre1 and aircraft operators 7#b7 ,airport size and complexity ,in designating airports under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall designate airports of different size and complexity4 7c7 ,program objective ,the program established under subsection 7a7 shall address and include safety1 security1 and operational requirements for mobile clearance delivery at airports and heliports across the ,united ,states4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date on which the program under subsection 7a7 is established1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the safety1 security1 and operational performance of mobile clearance delivery at airports pursuant to this section and recommendations on how best to improve the program4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,mobile clearance delivery ,the term mobile clearance delivery means the delivery of access to departure clearance and clearance cancellation via internet protocol via applications to pilots while aircraft are on the ground where traditional data link installations are not feasible or possible4 7#b7 ,tower data link services ,the term tower data link services means communications between controllers and pilots using controller-pilot data link communications4 7#c7 ,suitable airport ,the term suitable airport means towered airports1 non-towered airports1 and heliports4 #fae4 ,study on congested airspace 7a7 ,study ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study on the efficiency and efficacy of scheduled commercial air service transiting congested airspace4 7b7 ,contents ,in carrying out the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall examine-- 7#a7 various regions of congested airspace and the differing factors of such regions2 7#b7 commercial air service2 7#c7 military flight activity2 7#d7 emergency response activity2 7#e7 commercial space launch and reentry activities2 7#f7 weather2 and 7#g7 air traffic controller staffing4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #ah months after the initiation of the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the study and recommendations to reduce the impacts to scheduled air service transiting congested airspace4 #faf4 ,briefing on ,,lit ,,vortac project 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the ,little ,rock ,port ,authority ,very ,high ,frequency ,omni-,directional ,radio ,range ,tactical ,air ,navigation ,aid ,project 7in this section referred to as ,,lit ,,vortac74 7b7 ,briefing contents ,the briefing required under subsection 7a7 shall include the following3 7#a7 ,the status of the efforts by the ,,faa to relocate the ,,lit ,,vortac4 7#b7 ,the status of new flight planning of the relocated ,,lit ,,vortac4 7#c7 ,a description of and timeline for each remaining phase of the relocation of the ,,lit ,,vortac4 #fag4 ,surface surveillance 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall conduct a review of surface surveillance systems that are operational as of such date of enactment4 7b7 ,contents ,in carrying out the review under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 demonstrate that any change to the configuration of surface surveillance systems or decommissioning of a sensor from such systems provides an equivalent level of safety as the current system2 7#b7 determine how a technology refresh of legacy sensor equipment can reduce operational and maintenance costs of surface surveillance systems compared to current costs and extend the useful life and affordability of such systems2 and 7#c7 consider how to enhance such systems through new capabilities and software tools that improve the safety of terminal airspace and the airport surface4 7c7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the review under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consult with-- 7#a7 aviation safety experts with specific knowledge of surface surveillance technology1 including multilateration and automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast2 7#b7 representatives of the exclusive bargaining representative of the air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 with expertise in surface safety2 and 7#c7 representatives of the exclusive bargaining representative of airway transportation systems specialists of the ,,faa certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7d7 ,briefing ,upon completion of the review under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the findings of such review4 7e7 ,implementation ,the ,administrator may implement changes to surface surveillance systems consistent with the findings of the review described in subsection 7d74 #fah4 ,consideration of third-party services 7a7 ,plans and policy ,section #ddeja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking development and location of air navigation facilities and inserting development of air navigation facilities and services2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 by striking and development and inserting procurement1 and development each place it appears2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking facilities and equipment and inserting facilities1 services1 and equipment2 7,c7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7i7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a7 by striking first and #b;d years and inserting first and second years2 and 7ii7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking subclauses 7,a7 and 7,b7 of this clause and inserting subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b72 7,d7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7i7 by striking the #c;d1 #dth1 and #eth and inserting the third1 fourth1 and fifth2 and 7ii7 by striking systems and facilities and inserting systems1 services1 and facilities2 and 7,e7 in paragraph 7#d77;,b7 by striking growth of aviation and inserting growth of the aerospace industry4 7b7 ,systems1 procedures1 facilities1 services1 and devices 7#a7 ,in general ,section #ddeje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in the section heading by striking and devices and inserting services1 and devices2 7,b7 in subsection 7a7 by striking and devices and inserting services1 and devices each place it appears2 and 7,c7 in subsection 7b7 by striking develop dynamic simulation models and inserting develop or procure dynamic simulation models and tools each place it appears4 7#b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dde of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #ddeje and inserting the following3 #ddeje4 ,systems1 procedures1 facilities1 services1 and devices4 4 #fai4 ,next,gen programs 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and periodically thereafter as the ,administrator determines appropriate1 the ,administrator shall convene ,,faa officials to evaluate and expedite the implementation of ,next,gen programs and capabilities4 7b7 ,nextgen program prioritization ,in allocating amounts appropriated pursuant to section #dhaja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the ,secretary shall give priority to the following activities3 7#a7 ,performance-based navigation4 7#b7 ,data communications4 7#c7 ,terminal flight data manager4 7#d7 ,aeronautical information management4 7#e7 ,other activities as recommended by the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee and determined by the ,administrator to be appropriate4 7c7 ,performance-based navigation 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall fully implement performance-based navigation procedures for all terminal and enroute routes1 including approach and departure procedures for covered airports4 7#b7 ,specific procedures ,pursuant to paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall prioritize the following performance-based navigation procedures3 7,a7 ,trajectory-based operations4 7,b7 ,optimized profile descents4 7,c7 ,multiple airport route separation4 7,d7 ,established on required navigation performance4 7,e7 ,converging runway display aids4 7#c7 ,performance-based navigation baseline equipage requirements ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall issue such regulations as may be required1 and publish applicable advisory circulars1 to establish the equipage baseline appropriate for aircraft to safely use performance-based navigation procedures4 7#d7 ,utilization action plan ,not later than #ahj days after enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall1 in consultation with certified labor representatives of air traffic controllers and the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee1 develop an action plan to utilize performance-based navigation procedures as a primary means of navigation to further reduce the dependency on legacy systems within the national airspace system4 7d7 ,data communications 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall fully implement the use of data communications4 7#b7 ,specific capabilities ,in carrying out subsection 7a7 and this subsection1 the ,administrator shall prioritize the following data communications capabilities3 7,a7 ,ground-to-ground message exchange for surface aircraft operations and runway safety at airports4 7,b7 ,automated message generation and receipt4 7,c7 ,message routing and transmission4 7,d7 ,direct communications with aircraft avionics4 7,e7 ,implementation of data communications at all ,air ,route ,traffic ,control ,centers4 7,f7 ,the ,future ,air ,navigation ,system4 7e7 ,terminal flight data manager and other systems 7#a7 ,terminal flight data manager ,not later than #d years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall install the ,terminal ,flight ,data ,manager system at not less than #hi airports in the ,united ,states based on the highest number of annual aircraft operations or a determination of operational need and the impact of installation and deployment on the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,electronic flight strips ,at a minimum1 the ,administrator shall implement electronic flight strips at the air traffic control towers of airports described in paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,flow management data and services ,not later than #d years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 if the ,administrator finds that ,terminal ,flight ,data ,manager systems would be beneficial to safety or efficiency1 the ,administrator shall install ,flow ,management ,data and ,services at airports described under paragraph 7#a74 7#d7 ,appropriations ,the activities under paragraphs 7#a71 7#b71 and 7#c7 of this subsection shall be contingent on the appropriation of funds to carry out this subsection4 7f7 ,aeronautical information management systems 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall fully modernize the aeronautical information management systems of the ,,faa to improve the functionality1 useability1 durability1 and reliability of such systems used in the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 improve the distribution of critical safety information to pilots1 air traffic control1 and other relevant aviation stakeholders2 7,b7 fully develop and implement the ,enterprise ,information ,display ,system2 and 7,c7 notwithstanding a centralized aeronautical information management system1 restructure the back-up systems of aeronautical information management systems to be independent and self-sufficient from one another4 7g7 ,nextgen equipage plan 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ad months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop a #b-year implementation plan to further incentivize the acceleration of the equipage rates of certain ,next,gen avionics within the fleets of air carriers 7as such term is defined in section #djajb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,contents ,in developing the plan required under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 provide for further implementation and deployment of ,next,gen operational improvements to incentivize universal equipage of commercial and regional aircraft with certain ,next,gen avionics2 7,b7 identify any remaining barriers for operators of commercial and regional aircraft to properly equip such aircraft with certain ,next,gen avionics1 including any methods to address such barriers2 7,c7 provide for the use of the best methods to highlight and enhance to operators of commercial and regional aircraft the benefits of equipping such aircraft with certain ,next,gen avionics2 and 7,d7 include in such plan any equipage guidelines and regulations the ,administrator determines necessary and appropriate4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in developing the plan under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consult with representatives from-- 7,a7 trade associations representing air carriers2 7,b7 trade associations representing avionics manufacturers2 7,c7 certified labor organizations representing air traffic controllers2 and 7,d7 any other representatives the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7#d7 ,submission of plan ,not later than #ae months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress the plan required under this subsection4 7#e7 ,implementation ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate such actions necessary to implement the plan developed under paragraph 7#a71 including initiating any required rulemaking4 7#f7 ,definition ,in this subsection1 the term certain ,next,gen avionics means those avionics and baseline capabilities as recommended in the report of the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee titled ,minimum ,capabilities ,list 7,,mcl7 ,ad ,hoc ,team ,,nac ,task #ai-a ,report1 issued on ,november #ag1 #bjbj4 7h7 ,effect of failure to meet deadline 7#a7 ,notification of ,congress ,for each deadline established under subsections 7a7 through 7g71 if the ,administrator determines that the ,administrator has not met or will not meet each such deadline1 the ,administrator shall1 not later than #cj days after such determination1 notify the appropriate committees of ,congress about the failure to meet each deadline4 7#b7 ,contents of notification ,each notification under paragraph 7#a7 shall be accompanied by the following3 7,a7 ,an explanation as to why the ,administrator will not or did not meet the deadline described in such paragraph4 7,b7 ,a description of the actions the ,administrator plans to take to meet the deadline described in such paragraph4 7,c7 ,actions ,congress can take to assist the ,administrator in meeting the deadline described in such paragraph4 7#c7 ,briefing ,if the ,administrator is required to provide notice under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall provide the appropriate committees of ,congress quarterly briefings as to the progress made by the ,administrator regarding implementation under the respective subsection for which the deadline will not be or was not met until such time as the ,administrator has completed the required work under such subsection4 7i7 ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee consultation 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall consult and task the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee with providing recommendations on ways to expedite1 prioritize1 and fully implement the ,next,gen program to realize the operational benefits of such programs4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in providing recommendations under paragraph 7#a71 the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee shall consider-- 7,a7 air traffic throughput of the national airspace system2 7,b7 daily operational performance1 including delays and cancellations2 and 7,c7 the potential need for performance-based operational metrics related to the ,next,gen program and subsequent air traffic modernization programs and efforts4 #fbj4 ,contract ,tower ,program ,section #dgabd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b77#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,h7 ,period for completion of an operational readiness inspection ,the ,secretary shall provide airport sponsors acting in good faith #g years to complete an operational readiness inspection after receiving a benefit-to-cost ratio of air traffic control services for an airport4 2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,improving controller situational awareness 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,secretary shall allow air traffic controllers at towers operated under the ,contract ,tower ,program to use approved advanced equipment and technologies to improve operational situational awareness1 including ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system radar displays1 ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast1 ,flight ,data ,input_/,output1 and ,automatic ,terminal ,information ,system4 7#b7 ,installation and maintenance ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,secretary shall allow airports to-- 7,a7 procure a ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system or any equivalent system through the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 and install and maintain such system using ,administration services2 or 7,b7 purchase a ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system1 or any equivalent system1 and install and maintain such system using services directly from an original equipment manufacturer4 7#c7 ,requirements ,to help facilitate the integration of the equipment and technology described in paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary-- 7,a7 shall establish minimum performance and technical standards that ensure the safe use of equipment and technology1 including commercial radar displays capable of displaying primary and secondary radar targets1 for use by controllers in contract towers to improve situational awareness2 7,b7 shall identify approved vendors for such equipment and technology1 to the maximum extent practicable2 7,c7 shall establish1 in consultation with contract tower operators1 an appropriate training program to periodically train air traffic controllers employed by such operators to ensure proper and efficient integration and use of the situational awareness equipment and technology described in paragraph 7#a7 into contract tower operations2 7,d7 may add ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system equipment or any equivalent system to the minimum level of equipage necessary for ,federal contract towers to perform the function of such towers1 as applicable2 and 7,e7 shall require that any technology1 system1 or equipment procured pursuant to this subsection be procured using non-,federal funds1 except as made available under a grant issued pursuant to #dgabd7;b77#d74 7g7 ,liability insurance 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,secretary shall consult with aviation industry experts1 including air traffic control contractors and aviation insurance professionals1 to determine adequate limits of liability for the ,contract ,tower ,program4 7#b7 ,interim steps ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this subsection and until the ,secretary makes a determination on liability limits under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall require air traffic control contractors to have excess liability insurance 7as determined by the ,secretary7 to ensure continuity of such coverage should a major accident occur4 7#c7 ,briefing ,not later than #bd months after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,secretary shall brief the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate on the findings1 conclusions1 and actions taken and planned to be taken to carry out this subsection4 4 #fba4 ,remote towers 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgabd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended-- 7#a7 by adding at the end the following3 7h7 ,milestones for design approval of remote towers 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall create a program and publish milestones to achieve system design and operational approval for a remote tower system4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 rely on support from the ,office of ,airports of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and the ,air ,traffic ,organization of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 including the ,air ,traffic ,services ,service ,unit and the ,technical ,operations ,service ,unit2 7,b7 consult with relevant stakeholders1 as the ,administrator determines appropriate2 7,c7 establish requirements for the system design and operational approval of remote towers1 including-- 7i7 visual siting processes and requirements for electro-optical sensors2 7ii7 datalink latency requirements2 7iii7 visual presentation design requirements for monitors used to display sensor and camera feeds2 and 7iv7 any other wireless telecommunications infrastructure requirements to enable the operation of such towers2 7,d7 use a safety risk management panel process to address any safety issues with respect to a remote tower2 7,e7 if a remote tower is intended to be installed at a non-towered airport1 assess the safety benefits of the remote tower against the lack of an existing tower2 7,f7 allow the use of surface surveillance technology1 either standalone or integrated into the visual automation platform1 as a situational awareness tool2 7,g7 establish protocols for contingency operations and procedures in the event of remote tower technology failures and malfunctions2 and 7,h7 support active testing of a remote tower system that has achieved system design approval by the ,william ,j4 ,hughes ,technical ,center at an airport that has installed remote tower infrastructure to support such system4 7#c7 ,system design approval and evaluation process ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbd1 the ,administrator shall expand the system design approval and evaluation process for a digital or remote tower system to not less than #c airports at which a digital or remote tower will be installed or operated at airports not located at the ,william ,j4 ,hughes ,technical ,center and using the criteria under section #afa of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgajd note71 to the extent the ,administrator has willing technology providers and airports interested in the installation and operation of such towers4 7#d7 ,preservation of existing design approvals ,nothing in this subsection shall be construed to invalidate any system design approval activity carried out by the ,william ,j4 ,hughes ,technical ,center prior to the date of enactment of this subsection4 7#e7 ,prioritization for remote tower certification ,in carrying out the program established under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall prioritize system design and operational approval for a remote tower system at-- 7,a7 airports that do not have a permanent air traffic control tower at the time of application2 7,b7 airports that would provide small and rural community air service2 or 7,c7 airports that have been newly accepted as of the date of enactment of this subsection into the ,contract ,tower ,program4 4 7b7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and every #f months thereafter through ,october #a1 #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on-- 7#a7 the status of remote and digital tower projects in the system design approval and commissioning process2 7#b7 the effectiveness and adequacy of the pilot program established under section #afa of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgajd note72 and 7#c7 any other issues related to the demand for and potential use of remote tower technology that the ,administrator determines are appropriate4 7c7 ,conforming amendments ,section #dgabd7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#c77;,b77ii7 by inserting or a remote air traffic control tower equipment that has received ,system ,design ,approval from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration after an operating air traffic control tower2 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#d77;,a7-- 7,a7 in clause 7i77,,iii7 by inserting or remote air traffic control tower equipment that has received ,system ,design ,approval from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration after certified by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 and 7,b7 in clause 7ii77,,iii7 by inserting or remote air traffic control tower equipment that has received ,system ,design ,approval from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration after certified by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7d7 ,extension ,section #afa7;a77#aj7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgajd note7 is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 #fbb4 ,audit of legacy systems 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate an audit of all legacy systems of the national airspace system to determine the level of operational risk1 functionality1 and security of such systems and the compatibility of such systems with current and future technology4 7b7 ,scope of audit ,the audit required under subsection 7a7-- 7#a7 shall be conducted by an independent third-party contractor or a federally funded research and development center selected by the ,administrator2 7#b7 shall include an assessment of whether a legacy system is an outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable legacy system2 7#c7 with respect to any legacy systems identified in the audit as an outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable legacy system1 shall include-- 7,a7 an analysis of the operational risks associated with using such legacy systems2 7,b7 recommendations for replacement or enhancement of such legacy systems2 and 7,c7 an analysis of any potential impact on aviation safety and efficiency2 and 7#d7 shall include recommended performance metrics by which the ,administrator can assess the circumstances in which safety-critical communication1 navigation1 and surveillance aviation infrastructure within the national airspace system can remain in operational service1 which take into account-- 7,a7 the expected lifespan of such aviation infrastructure2 7,b7 the number and type of mechanical failures of such aviation infrastructure2 7,c7 the average annual costs of maintaining such aviation infrastructure over a #e-year period and whether such costs exceed the cost to replace such aviation infrastructure2 and 7,d7 the availability of replacement parts or labor capable of maintaining such aviation infrastructure4 7c7 ,deadline ,not later than #ae months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the audit required under subsection 7a7 shall be completed4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after the audit required under subsection 7a7 is completed1 the ,administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings and recommendations of such audit1 including-- 7#a7 an inventory of the legacy systems in use2 7#b7 an assessment of the operational condition of the legacy systems in use1 including the interoperability of such systems2 7#c7 the average age of such legacy systems and1 for each such legacy system1 the intended design life of the system1 by type2 and 7#d7 the availability of replacement parts1 equipment1 or technology to maintain such legacy systems4 7e7 ,plan to accelerate drawdown1 replacement1 or enhancement of identified legacy systems 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date on which the ,administrator provides the report under subsection 7d71 the ,administrator shall develop and implement a plan1 in consultation with industry representatives1 to accelerate the drawdown1 replacement1 or enhancement of any legacy systems that are identified in the audit required under subsection 7a7 as outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable legacy systems4 7#b7 ,priorities ,in developing the plan under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall prioritize the drawdown1 replacement1 or enhancement of such legacy systems based on the operational risks such legacy systems pose to aviation safety and the costs associated with the replacement or enhancement of such legacy systems4 7#c7 ,collaboration with external experts ,in carrying out this subsection1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 collaborate with industry representatives and other external experts in information technology to develop the plan under paragraph 7#a7 within a reasonable timeframe2 7,b7 identify technologies in existence or in development that1 with or without adaptation1 are expected to be suitable to meet the technical information technology needs of the ,,faa2 and 7,c7 maintain consistency with the acquisition management system established and updated pursuant to section #djaaj7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#d7 ,progress updates ,the ,administrator shall provide the appropriate committees of ,congress with semiannual updates through ,september #cj1 #bjbh on the progress made in carrying out the plan under paragraph 7#a74 7#e7 ,inspector general review 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the ,administrator develops the plan required under paragraph 7#a71 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall assess such efforts of the ,administration to drawdown1 replace1 or enhance any legacy systems identified under subsection 7a74 7,b7 ,report ,the inspector general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the review carried out under subparagraph 7,a74 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,industry ,the term industry means aviation industry organizations with expertise in aviation-dedicated network systems1 systems engineering platforms1 aviation software services1 air traffic management1 flight operations1 and ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization standards4 7#b7 ,legacy system ,the term legacy system means any communication1 navigation1 surveillance1 or automation or network applications or ground-based aviation infrastructure1 or other critical software and hardware systems owned by the ,,faa1 that were deployed prior to the year #bjjj1 including the ,notice to ,air ,missions system4 7#c7 ,outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable legacy system ,the term outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable legacy system means a legacy system for which the likelihood of failure of such system creates a risk to air safety or security due to the age1 ability to be maintained in a cost-effective manner1 vulnerability to degradation1 errors1 or malicious attacks of such system1 or any other factors that may compromise the performance or security of such system1 including a legacy system-- 7,a7 that is vulnerable or susceptible to mechanical failure2 and 7,b7 with a risk of a single point of failure or that lacks sufficient contingencies in the event of such failure4 #fbc4 ,air ,traffic ,control ,facility ,realignment study 7a7 ,examination 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center to conduct an ,air ,traffic ,control ,facility ,realignment study to examine consolidating or otherwise reorganizing air traffic control facilities and the management of airspace controlled by such facilities4 7#b7 ,contents ,in the study required under paragraph 7#a71 the federally funded research and development center shall-- 7,a7 evaluate the potential efficiencies that may result from a reorganization2 7,b7 identify whether certain areas prone to airspace congestion or facility staff shortages would benefit from any enhanced flexibilities or operational changes2 and 7,c7 recommend opportunities for integration of separate facilities to create a more collaborative and efficient traffic control environment4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in carrying out this subsection1 the federally funded research and development center shall consult with the exclusive representatives of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #ae months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the federally funded research and development center shall submit to the ,administrator a report detailing the findings of the study required under subsection 7a7 and recommendations related to consolidation or reorganization of air traffic control work facilities and locations4 7c7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #ah months after receiving the report under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the study under subsection 7a7 and any recommendations under subsection 7b7 related to consolidation or reorganization of air traffic control work facilities and locations4 #fbd4 ,air traffic control tower replacement process report 7a7 ,report required ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to ,congress a report on the process by which air traffic control tower facilities are chosen for replacement4 7b7 ,contents ,the report required under subsection 7a7 shall contain-- 7#a7 the process by which air traffic control tower facilities are chosen for replacement1 including which divisions of the ,administration control or are involved in the replacement decision making process2 7#b7 the criteria the ,administrator uses to determine which air traffic control tower facilities to replace1 including-- 7,a7 the relative importance of each such criteria2 7,b7 why the ,administrator uses each such criteria2 and 7,c7 the reasons for the relative importance of each such criteria2 7#c7 what types of investigation the ,administrator carries out to determine if an air traffic control tower facility should be replaced2 7#d7 a timeline of the replacement process for an individual air traffic control tower facility replacement2 7#e7 the list of facilities established under subsection 7c71 including the reason for selecting each such facility2 and 7#f7 any other information the ,administrator considers relevant4 7c7 ,list of replaced air traffic control tower facilities ,the ,administrator shall establish1 maintain1 and publish on the website of the ,,faa a list of the following3 7#a7 ,all air traffic control tower facilities replaced within the #aj-year period preceding the date of enactment of this ,act4 7#b7 ,any air traffic control tower facilities for which the ,administrator has made a determination requiring replacement1 but for which such replacement has not yet been completed4 #fbe4 ,contract tower program safety enhancements 7a7 ,pilot program for transitioning to ,,faa ,towers 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish a pilot program to convert high-activity air traffic control towers operating under the ,contract ,tower ,program as established under section #dgabd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 7in this section referred to as the ,contract ,tower ,program7 to a level ,i 7,visual ,flight ,rules7 tower staffed by the ,,faa4 7#b7 ,priority ,in selecting air traffic control towers to participate in the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall prioritize air traffic control towers operating under the ,contract ,tower ,program that-- 7,a7 either-- 7i7 had over #bjj1jjj annual tower operations in calendar year #bjbb2 or 7ii7 served a small hub airport with more than #ijj1jjj passenger enplanements in calendar year #bjba2 7,b7 are either currently owned by the ,,faa or are constructed to ,,faa standards2 and 7,c7 operate within complex airspace1 including airspace that serves air carrier1 general aviation1 and military aircraft4 7#c7 ,tower selection ,the number of air traffic control towers selected to participate in the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a7 shall be determined based on the availability of funds for the pilot program and the interest of the airport sponsor related to such facility4 7#d7 ,controller retention ,with respect to any high-activity air traffic control tower selected to be converted under the pilot program established under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall appoint to the position of air traffic controller any air traffic controller who-- 7,a7 is employed at such air traffic control tower as of the date on which the ,administrator selects such tower to be converted2 7,b7 meets the qualifications contained in section #ddejf7;f77#a77;,a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7,c7 has all other pre-employment qualifications required by law to be a certified controller of the ,,faa4 7#e7 ,safety analysis 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall conduct a safety analysis to determine whether the conversion of any air traffic control tower described in paragraph 7#a7 negatively impacts aviation safety at such air traffic control tower and take such actions needed to address any negative impact4 7,b7 ,report ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing the results of the safety analysis under subparagraph 7,a71 any actions taken to address any negative impacts to safety1 and the overall results of the pilot program established under this subsection4 7#f7 ,authorization of appropriations ,out of amounts made available under section #ajf7k7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 there is authorized to be appropriated to carry out this subsection #cj1jjj1jjj to remain available for #e fiscal years4 7b7 ,air traffic controller staffing levels at small and medium hub airports ,section #dgabd7;b77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking ,the ,secretary may and inserting the following3 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may 2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7,b7 ,small or medium hub airports ,in the case of a contract entered into on or after the date of enactment of this subparagraph to operate an airport traffic control tower at a small or medium hub airport1 the contract shall require the ,secretary1 after coordination with the airport sponsor and the entity1 ,state1 or subdivision1 and not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 to provide funding sufficient for the cost of wages and benefits of at least #b air traffic controllers for each tower operating shift4 4 7c7 ,priorities for facility selection ,section #dgabd7;b77#c77;,c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7viii7 ,air traffic control towers at airports with safety or operational problems related to the lack of an existing tower4 7ix7 ,air traffic control towers at airports with projected commercial and military increases in aircraft or flight operations4 7x7 ,air traffic control towers at airports with a variety of aircraft operations1 including a variety of commercial and military flight operations4 4 #fbf4 ,sense of ,congress on use of advanced surveillance in oceanic airspace ,it is the sense of ,congress the ,,faa shall continue to evaluate the potential uses for space-based automatic dependent surveillance broadcast to improve surveillance coverage of domestic airspace including improving surveillance coverage over remote terrain and in oceanic airspace4 ,if determined appropriate by the ,administrator1 the ,,faa shall consider whether additional testing would meaningfully contribute to the ,,faa's processes for developing separation standards and more efficient routes4 #fbg4 ,low-altitude routes for vertical flight 7a7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that the national airspace system requires additional rotorcraft1 powered-lift aircraft1 and low-altitude instrument flight rules1 routes leveraging advances in performance based navigation in order to provide direct1 safe1 and reliable routes that ensure sufficient separation from higher altitude fixed wing aircraft traffic4 7b7 ,low-altitude rotorcraft and powered-lift aircraft instrument flight routes 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate a rulemaking process to establish or update1 as appropriate1 low altitude routes and flight procedures to ensure safe rotorcraft and powered-lift aircraft operations in the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out this subsection1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 incorporate instrument flight rules rotorcraft operations into the low-altitude performance based navigation procedure infrastructure2 7,b7 prioritize the development of new helicopter area navigation instrument flight rules routes as part of the ,united ,states air traffic service route structure that utilize performance based navigation1 such as ,global ,positioning ,system and ,global ,navigation ,satellite ,system equipment2 and 7,c7 consider the impact of such low altitude flight routes on other airspace users and impacted communities to ensure that such routes are designed to minimize-- 7i7 the potential for conflict with existing national airspace system operations2 7ii7 the workload of air traffic controllers2 and 7iii7 negative effects to impacted communities4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the rulemaking process under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consult with-- 7,a7 stakeholders in the airport1 heliport1 rotorcraft manufacturer and operator1 general aviation operator1 powered-lift operator1 air carrier1 and performance based navigation technology manufacturer sectors2 7,b7 the ,united ,states ,helicopter ,safety ,team2 7,c7 exclusive bargaining representatives of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7,d7 other stakeholders determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 #fbh4 ,required consultation with ,national ,parks ,overflights ,advisory ,group ,section #djabh7;b77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking and at the end2 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,d7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,e7 consult with the advisory group established under section #hje of the ,national ,parks ,air ,tour ,management ,act of #bjjj 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djabh note7 and consider all advice1 information1 and recommendations provided by the advisory group to the ,administrator and the ,director4 4 #fbi4 ,upgrading and replacing aging air traffic systems 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with a qualified organization to conduct a study to assess the need for upgrades to or replacement of existing automated surface observation systems_/automated weather observing systems 7in this section referred to as ,,asos_/,,awos7 located in non-contiguous ,states4 7#b7 ,contents ,the study conducted under paragraph 7#a7 shall include an analysis of-- 7,a7 the age of each ,,asos_/,,awos located in non-contiguous ,states2 7,b7 the number of days in the calendar year preceding the date on which the study is conducted that each such ,,asos_/,,awos was not able to accurately communicate or disseminate data for any period of time2 7,c7 impacts of extreme severe weather on ,,asos_/,,awos outages2 7,d7 the effective coverage of the existing ,,asos_/,,awos2 7,e7 detailed upgrade requirements for each existing ,,asos_/,,awos1 including an assessment of whether replacement would be the most cost-effective recommendation2 7,f7 prior maintenance expenditures for each existing ,,asos_/,,awos2 7,g7 a description of all upgrades or replacements made by the ,,faa to ,,asos_/,,awos prior to the date of enactment of this ,act2 7,h7 impacts of an outage or break in service in the ,,faa ,telecommunications ,infrastructure on such ,,asos_/,,awos2 and 7,i7 any other matter determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 and include in such report-- 7#a7 a plan for executing upgrades to or replacements of existing ,,asos_/,,awos located in non-contiguous ,states2 7#b7 a plan for converting and upgrading such ,,asos_/,,awos communications to the ,,faa ,telecommunications ,infrastructure2 7#c7 an assessment of the use of unmonitored navigational aids to allow for alternate airport planning for commercial and cargo aviation to limit ,,asos_/,,awos service disruptions2 7#d7 an evaluation of additional alternative methods of compliance for obtaining weather elements that would be as sufficient as current data received through ,,asos_/,,awos2 and 7#e7 any other recommendation determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,funding ,to carry out the study under this section1 the ,administrator may use amounts made available pursuant to section #dhaja7;c77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #fcj4 ,airspace integration for space launch and reentry 7a7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the ,sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 a safe and efficient national airspace system that successfully supports existing users and integrates new entrants is of the utmost importance2 7#b7 both commercial aviation and space launch and reentry operations are vital to ,united ,states global leadership1 national security1 and economic opportunity2 7#c7 aircraft hazard areas are necessary during space launch and reentry operations to ensure public safety2 and 7#d7 the ,administrator should prioritize the development and deployment of technologies to improve visibility of space launch and reentry operations within ,,faa computer systems and minimize operational workload to air traffic controllers associated with routing traffic during spaceflight launch and reentry operations4 7b7 ,space launch and reentry airspace integration technology ,out of amounts made available under section #dhaja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 #aj1jjj1jjj for each of the fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh 7or until such time as the ,administrator determines that the project meeting the requirements of this section has reached an operational status7 is available for the ,administrator to carry out a project to expedite the development1 acquisition1 and deployment of technologies or capabilities to aid in space launch and reentry integration with the objective of operational readiness not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbf1 which may include-- 7#a7 technologies recommended by the ,airspace ,access ,priorities aviation rulemaking committee in the final report titled ,,arc ,recommendations ,final ,report1 issued on ,august #ba1 #bjai2 7#b7 systems to enable the integration of launch and reentry data directly onto air traffic controller displays2 and 7#c7 automated systems to enable near real-time planning and dynamic rerouting of commercial aircraft during and following commercial space launch and reentry operations4 #fca4 ,update to ,,faa order on airway planning standard ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to update 1the order of the ,,faa titled ,airway ,planning ,standard ,number ,one-,terminal ,air ,navigation ,facilities and ,air ,traffic ,control ,services 7,,faa ,order #gjca4b;c71 to lower the remote radar bright display scope installation requirement from #cj1jjj annual itinerant operations to #ae1jjj annual itinerant operations4 ,,vii ,modernizing ,airport ,infrastructure ,a ,airport ,improvement ,program ,modifications #gja4 ,development of airport plans ,section #dgaja7;g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7 in the second sentence1 by inserting 7including long-term resilience from the impact of natural hazards and severe weather events7 after environmental2 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,d7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following new subparagraph3 7,e7 consider the impact of hazardous weather events on long-term operational resilience4 4 #gjb4 ,,aip definitions ,section #dgajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking paragraph 7#a7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 air carrier has the meaning given such term in section #djajb4 2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 in clause 7i7 by striking and at the end2 7ii7 in clause 7ii7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7iii7 by adding at the end the following3 7iii7 a secondary runway at a nonhub airport that is equivalent in size and type to the primary runway of such airport4 2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b7-- 7i7 in clause 7iii7 by inserting and fuel infrastructure for such equipment to remove snow after surveillance equipment2 7ii7 in clause 7ix7 by striking and at the end2 7iii7 in clause 7x7 by striking the period and inserting 2 and2 and 7iv7 by adding at the end the following3 7xi7 a medium intensity approach lighting system with runway alignment indicator lights4 2 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,e7 by striking after ,december #ca1 #aiia12 7,d7 in subparagraph 7,k7 by striking if the airport is located in an air quality nonattainment or maintenance area 7as defined in sections #aga7b7 and #age;,a of the ,clean ,air ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #geja7b72 #geje;a77 and if the airport would be able to receive emission credits1 as described in section #dgaci2 7,e7 in subparagraph 7,l7 by striking the airport is located in an air quality nonattainment or maintenance area 7as defined in sections #aga7b7 and #age;,a of the ,clean ,air ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #geja7b72 #geje;a771 if the airport would be able to receive appropriate emission credits 7as described in section #dgaci71 and2 7,f7 in subparagraph 7,p7-- 7i7 by striking improve the reliability and efficiency of the airport's power supply and inserting improve reliability and efficiency of the power supply of the airport or meet current and future electrical power demand2 7ii7 by inserting 1 renewable energy generation and storage infrastructure 7including necessary substation upgrades to support such infrastructure7 after electrical generators2 7iii7 by striking supply1 and and inserting supply12 and 7iv7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 1 and smart glass 7including electrochromic glass742 and 7,g7 by adding at the end the following3 7,s7 acquisition of advanced digital construction management systems and related technology used in the planning1 design and engineering1 construction1 and maintenance of airport facilities when such systems or technologies are acquired to carry out a project approved by the ,secretary under this subchapter4 7,t7 improvements1 or planning for improvements 7including monitoring equipment or services71 that would be necessary to sustain commercial service flight operations or permit the resumption of such flight operations following a natural disaster 7including an earthquake1 flooding1 high water1 wildfires1 hurricane1 storm surge1 tidal wave1 tornado1 tsunami1 wind driven water1 sea level rise1 tropical storm1 cyclone1 land instability1 or winter storm7 at-- 7i7 a primary airport2 or 7ii7 a nonprimary airport that is designated as a ,federal staging area or incident support base by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,emergency ,management ,agency4 7,u7 a project to comply with rulemakings and recommendations on airport cybersecurity standards from the aviation rulemaking committee convened under section #cie of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd4 7,v7 reconstructing or rehabilitating an existing crosswind runway 7regardless of the wind coverage of the primary runway7 if the reconstruction or rehabilitation of such crosswind runway is in the most recently approved airport layout plan of the sponsor4 7,w7 constructing or acquiring such airport-owned infrastructure or equipment1 notwithstanding revenue producing capability of such infrastructure or equipment1 as may be required for-- 7i7 the on-airport distribution or storage of unleaded aviation gasoline for piston-driven aircraft1 including on-airport construction or expansion of pipelines1 storage tanks1 low-emission fuel systems1 and airport-owned fuel trucks providing exclusively unleaded aviation fuels 7unless the ,secretary determines that an alternative fuel may be safely used in such fuel truck for a limited time72 or 7ii7 fueling systems for type certificated hydrogen-powered aircraft4 7,x7 constructing1 reconstructing1 or rehabilitating a taxiway or taxilane that serves non-exclusive use aeronautical facilities1 including aircraft storage facilities1 except for the #ej feet of pavement immediately in front of an ineligible building4 7,y7 any other activity 7excluding terminal development7 that the ,secretary concludes will reasonably improve the safety of the airport4 2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#e7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by inserting and catchment area analyses after planning2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking and at the end2 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,d7 by adding at the end the following3 7,d7 assessing current and future electrical power demand for airport airside and landside activities4 2 7#d7 in paragraph 7#bj7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking or at the end2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 or2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,d7 the ,republic of the ,marshall ,islands1 ,federated ,states of ,micronesia1 and ,republic of ,palau4 2 7#e7 in paragraph 7#bg7 by striking the ,trust ,territory of the ,pacific ,islands12 and 7#f7 in paragraph 7#bh77;,b7 by striking described in section #dgaai7;a77#a77;,b7 and inserting for moving passengers and baggage between terminal facilities and between terminal facilities and aircraft4 #gjc4 ,revenue diversion penalty enhancement 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgajg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7m77#d7 by striking an amount equal to and inserting an amount equal to double2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7n77#a7 by striking an amount equal to and inserting an amount equal to double4 7b7 ,applicability ,the amendments made by subsection 7a7 shall not apply to any illegal diversion of airport revenues 7as described in section #dgajg7m7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 that occurred prior to the date of enactment of this ,act4 #gjd4 ,extension of competitive access report requirement ,section #dgajg7r77#c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,may #aa1 #bjbd and inserting ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #gje4 ,renewal of certain leases ,section #dgajg7t77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking the date of enactment of this subsection and inserting ,october #g1 #bjaf2 and 7#b7 by striking subparagraph 7,d7 and inserting the following3 7,d7 that-- 7i7 supports the operation of military aircraft by the ,air ,force or ,air ,national ,guard-- 7,i7 at the airport2 or 7,,ii7 remotely from the airport2 or 7ii7 is for the use of nonaeronautical land or facilities of the airport by the ,national ,guard4 4 #gjf4 ,community use of airport land ,section #dgajg7v7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7v7 ,community use of airport land 7#a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding subsections 7a77#ac71 7b71 and 7c7 and section #dgacc1 and subject to paragraph 7#b71 the sponsor of a public-use airport shall not be considered to be in violation of this subtitle1 or to be found in violation of a grant assurance made under this section1 or under any other provision of law1 as a condition for the receipt of ,federal financial assistance for airport development1 solely because the sponsor has-- 7,a7 entered into an agreement1 including a revised agreement1 with a local government providing for the use of airport property for an interim compatible recreational purpose at below fair market value2 or 7,b7 permanently restricted the use of airport property to compatible recreational and public park use without paying or otherwise obtaining payment of fair market value for the property4 7#b7 ,restrictions 7,a7 ,interim compatible recreational purpose ,paragraph 7#a7 shall apply1 with respect to a sponsor that has taken the action described in subparagraph 7,a7 of such paragraph1 only-- 7i7 to an agreement regarding airport property that was initially entered into before the publication of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's ,policy and ,procedures ,concerning the ,use of ,airport ,revenue1 dated ,february #af1 #aiii2 7ii7 if the agreement between the sponsor and the local government is subordinate to any existing or future agreements between the sponsor and the ,secretary1 including agreements related to a grant assurance under this section2 7iii7 to airport property that was purchased using funds from a ,federal grant for acquiring land issued prior to ,january #a1 #aihi2 7iv7 if the airport sponsor has provided a written statement to the ,administrator that the property made available for a recreational purpose will not be needed for any aeronautical purpose during the next #aj years2 7v7 if the agreement includes a term of not more than #b years to prepare the airport property for the interim compatible recreational purpose and not more than #aj years of use for that purpose2 7vi7 if the recreational purpose will not impact the aeronautical use of the airport2 7vii7 if the airport sponsor provides a certification that the sponsor is not responsible for preparation1 startup1 operations1 maintenance1 or any other costs associated with the recreational purpose2 and 7viii7 if the recreational purpose is consistent with ,federal land use compatibility criteria under section #dgejb4 7,b7 ,recreational use ,paragraph 7#a7 shall apply1 with respect to a sponsor that has taken the action described in subparagraph 7,b7 of such paragraph1 only-- 7i7 to airport property that was purchased using funds from a ,federal grant for acquiring land issued prior to ,january #a1 #aihi2 7ii7 to airport property that has been continuously leased or licensed through a written agreement with a governmental entity or non-profit entity for recreational or public park uses since ,july #a1 #bjjc2 7iii7 if the airport sponsor has provided a written statement to the ,administrator that the recreational or public park use does not impact the aeronautical use of the airport and that the property to be permanently restricted for recreational or public park use is not needed for any aeronautical use at the time the written statement is provided and is not expected to be needed for any aeronautical use at any time after such statement is provided2 7iv7 if the airport sponsor provides a certification to the ,administrator that the sponsor is not responsible for operations1 maintenance1 or any other costs associated with the recreational or public park use2 7v7 if the recreational purpose is consistent with ,federal land use compatibility criteria under section #dgejb2 and 7vi7 if the airport sponsor will-- 7,i7 lease the property to a local government entity or non-profit entity to operate and maintain the property at no cost to the airport sponsor2 or 7,,ii7 transfer title to the property to a local government entity subject to a permanent deed restriction ensuring compatible airport use under regulations issued pursuant to section #dgejb4 7#c7 ,revenue from certain sales of airport property ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 an airport sponsor leasing or selling a portion of airport property as described in paragraph 7#b77;,b77vi7 may-- 7,a7 lease or sell such portion of airport property for less than fair market value2 and 7,b7 subject to the requirements of subsection 7b71 retain the revenue from the lease or sale of such portion of airport property for use in accordance with section #dgacc4 7#d7 ,secretary review and approval ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 and subject to the sponsor providing a written statement certifying such sponsor meets the requirements under this subsection1 no actions permitted under this subsection shall require the review or approval of the ,secretary of ,transportation4 7#e7 ,statutory construction ,nothing in this subsection may be construed as permitting a diversion of airport revenue for the capital or operating costs associated with the community use of airport land4 7#f7 ,aeronautical use2 aeronautical purpose defined ,in this subsection1 the terms aeronautical use and aeronautical purpose-- 7,a7 mean all activities that involve or are directly related to the operation of aircraft1 including activities that make the operation of aircraft possible and safe2 7,b7 include services located at an airport that are directly and substantially related to the movement of passengers1 baggage1 mail1 and cargo2 and 7,c7 do not include any uses of an airport that are not described in subparagraph 7,a7 or 7,b71 including any aviation-related uses that do not need to be located at an airport1 such as flight kitchens and airline reservation centers4 4 #gjg4 ,price adjustment provisions ,section #dgajh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking #dgaad7;d77#c77;,a7 of this title and inserting #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a72 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,increasing government share 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b7 or 7#c71 the amount stated in an offer as the maximum amount the ,government will pay may not be increased when the offer has been accepted in writing4 7#b7 ,exception ,for a project receiving assistance under a grant approved under this chapter or chapter #dge1 the amount may be increased-- 7,a7 for an airport development project1 by not more than #ae percent2 and 7,b7 to acquire an interest in land for an airport 7except a primary airport71 based on creditable appraisals at the time of the acquisition or a court award in a condemnation proceeding1 by not more than the greater of-- 7i7 #ae percent2 or 7ii7 #be percent of the total increase in allowable project costs attributable to acquiring an interest in land4 7#c7 ,price adjustment provisions 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may incorporate a provision in a project grant agreement under which the ,secretary agrees to pay more than the maximum amount otherwise specified in the agreement if the ,secretary finds that commodity or labor prices have increased since the agreement was made4 7,b7 ,decrease in costs ,a provision incorporated in a project grant agreement under this paragraph shall ensure that the ,secretary realizes any financial benefit associated with a decrease in material or labor costs for the project4 2 7#c7 by striking subsection 7c72 and 7#d7 by redesignating subsections 7d7 and 7e7 as subsections 7c7 and 7d71 respectively4 #gjh4 ,updating ,united ,states ,government's share of project costs ,section #dgaji of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7h7 ,special rule for fiscal years #bjbe and #bjbf ,notwithstanding subsection 7a71 the ,government's share of allowable project costs for a grant made to a nonhub or nonprimary airport in each of fiscal years #bjbe and #bjbf shall be #ie percent4 4 #gji4 ,allowable project costs and letters of intent ,section #dgaaj of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7 by striking after ,may #ac1 #aidf1 and2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 by inserting or preparing for after formulating2 and 7ii7 by inserting utility relocation1 work site preparation1 before and administration2 7#b7 in subsection 7d77#a7 by striking section #dgaad7;c77#a7 or #dgaad7;d7 and inserting section #dgaad or distributed from the small airport fund under section #dgaaf2 7#c7 in subsection 7e77#b77;,c7 by striking commercial service airport having at least #j4be percent of the boardings each year at all such airports and inserting medium hub airport or large hub airport2 7#d7 in subsection 7h7 by striking section #dgaad7;d77#c77;,a7 and inserting section #dgaad7;c77#a77;,d7 or section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a72 and 7#e7 by striking subsection 7i74 #gaj4 ,small airport letters of intent 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgaaj of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7i7 ,small airport letters of intent 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may issue a letter of intent to a sponsor stating an intention to obligate an amount from future budget authority for an airport development project 7including costs of formulating the project7 at a nonhub airport or an airport that is not a primary airport4 7#b7 ,contents ,in the letter issued under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall establish a schedule under which the ,secretary will reimburse the sponsor for the ,government's share of allowable project costs1 as amounts become available1 if the sponsor1 after the ,secretary issues the letter1 carries out the project without receiving amounts under this subchapter4 7#c7 ,limitations ,the amount the ,secretary intends to obligate in a letter of intent issued under this subsection shall not exceed the larger of-- 7,a7 the ,government's share of allowable project costs2 or 7,b7 #aj1jjj1jjj4 7#d7 ,financing ,allowable project costs under paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 may include costs associated with making payments for debt service on indebtedness incurred to carry out the project4 7#e7 ,requirements ,the ,secretary shall issue a letter of intent under paragraph 7#a7 only if-- 7,a7 the sponsor notifies the ,secretary1 before the project begins1 of the intent of the sponsor to carry out the project and requests a letter of intent2 and 7,b7 the sponsor agrees to comply with all statutory and administrative requirements that would apply to the project if it were carried out with amounts made available under this subchapter4 7#f7 ,assessment ,in reviewing a request for a letter of intent under this subsection1 the ,secretary shall consider the grant history of an airport1 the enplanements or operations of an airport1 and such other factors as the ,secretary determines appropriate4 7#g7 ,prioritization ,in issuing letters of intent under this subsection1 the ,secretary shall-- 7,a7 prioritize projects that-- 7i7 cannot reasonably be funded by an airport sponsor using funds apportioned under section #dgaad7;c71 #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a71 or #dgaad7;d77#f71 including funds apportioned under such sections in multiple fiscal years pursuant to section #dgaag7;b77#a72 and 7ii7 are necessary to the continued safe operation or development of an airport2 and 7,b7 structure the reimbursement schedules under such letters in a manner that minimizes unnecessary or undesirable project segmentation4 7#h7 ,no obligation or commitment 7,a7 ,in general ,a letter of intent issued under this subsection is not an obligation of the ,government under section #aeja of title #ca1 and the letter is not deemed to be an administrative commitment for financing4 7,b7 ,obligation or commitment ,an obligation or administrative commitment may be made only as amounts are provided in authorization and appropriation ,acts4 7#i7 ,limitation on statutory construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to prohibit the obligation of amounts pursuant to a letter of intent under this subsection in the same fiscal year as the letter of intent is issued4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendments 7#a7 ,letters of intent ,section #dgaaj7;e77#g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking under this section and inserting under this subsection4 7#b7 ,priority for letters of intent ,section #dgaae7;h7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting prior to fulfilling intentions to obligate under section #dgaaj7;i7 after section #dgaaj7;e74 #gaa4 ,prohibition on provision of airport improvement grant funds to certain entities that have violated intellectual property rights of ,united ,states entities 7a7 ,in general ,beginning on the date that is #cj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 amounts provided as project grants under subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 may not be used to enter into a covered contract with any entity on the list required under subsection 7b74 7b7 ,list required 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and thereafter as required under paragraph 7#b71 the ,united ,states ,trade ,representative1 the ,attorney ,general1 and the ,administrator shall make available to the ,administrator a publicly-available list of entities manufacturing airport passenger boarding infrastructure or equipment that-- 7,a7 are owned1 directed by1 or subsidized in whole or in part by the ,people's ,republic of ,china2 7,b7 have been determined by a ,federal court to have misappropriated intellectual property or trade secrets from an entity organized under the laws of the ,united ,states or any jurisdiction within the ,united ,states2 7,c7 own or control1 are owned or controlled by1 are under common ownership or control with1 or are successors to an entity described in subparagraph 7,a72 or 7,d7 have entered into an agreement with or accepted funding from1 whether in the form of minority investment interest or debt1 have entered into a partnership with1 or have entered into another contractual or other written arrangement with an entity described in subparagraph 7,a74 7#b7 ,updates to list ,the ,united ,states ,trade ,representative shall update the list required under paragraph 7#a71 based on information provided by the ,attorney ,general and the ,administrator-- 7,a7 not less frequently than every #ij days during the #ahj-;day period following the initial publication of the list under paragraph 7#a72 and 7,b7 not less frequently than annually thereafter4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,in general ,the definitions in section #dgajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall apply4 7#b7 ,covered contract ,the term covered contract means a contract or other agreement for the procurement of infrastructure or equipment for a passenger boarding bridge at an airport4 #gab4 ,apportionments 7a7 ,primary1 commercial service1 and cargo airports 7#a7 ,primary and commercial service airports ,section #dgaad7;c77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7#a7 ,primary and commercial service airports 7,a7 ,primary airport apportionment ,the ,secretary shall apportion to the sponsor of each primary airport for each fiscal year an amount equal to-- 7i7 #ae4fj for each of the first #ej1jjj passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year2 7ii7 #aj4dj for each of the next #ej1jjj passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year2 7iii7 #e4bj for each of the next #djj1jjj passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year2 7iv7 #a4cj for each of the next #ejj1jjj passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year2 and 7v7 #a4jj for each additional passenger boarding at the airport during the prior calendar year4 7,b7 ,minimum and maximum apportionments ,not less than #a1cjj1jjj nor more than #bb1jjj1jjj may be apportioned under subparagraph 7,a7 to an airport sponsor for a primary airport for each fiscal year4 7,c7 ,new airport ,notwithstanding subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall apportion in the first fiscal year following the official opening of a new airport with scheduled passenger air transportation an amount equal to #a1cjj1jjj to the sponsor of such airport4 7,d7 ,nonprimary commercial service airport apportionment 7i7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall apportion to each commercial service airport that is not a primary airport an amount equal to-- 7,i7 #fj for each of the first #b1ejj passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year2 and 7,,ii7 #aec4cc for each of the next #g1dii passenger boardings at the airport during the prior calendar year4 7ii7 ,applicability ,paragraphs 7#d7 and 7#e7 of subsection 7d7 shall apply to funds apportioned under this subparagraph4 7,e7 ,public airports with military use ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 a public airport shall be considered a primary airport in each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh for purposes of this chapter if such airport was-- 7i7 designated as a primary airport in fiscal year #bjag2 and 7ii7 in use by an air reserve station in the calendar year used to calculate apportionments to airport sponsors in a fiscal year4 7,f7 ,special rule for fiscal year #bjbd ,notwithstanding any other provision of this paragraph or the absence of scheduled passenger service at an airport1 the ,secretary shall apportion in fiscal year #bjbd to the sponsor of an airport an amount based on the number of passenger boardings at the airport during whichever of the following years that would result in the highest apportioned amount under this paragraph3 7i7 ,calendar year #bjah4 7ii7 ,calendar year #bjai4 7iii7 ,the prior full calendar year prior to fiscal year #bjbd4 4 7#b7 ,cargo airports ,section #dgaad7;c77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 by striking #c4e and inserting #d2 and 7ii7 by striking #ajj1jjj1jjj pounds and inserting #be1jjj1jjj pounds2 7,b7 by striking subparagraph 7,c72 and 7,c7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,d7 and 7,e7 as subparagraphs 7,c7 and 7,d71 respectively4 7b7 ,general aviation airports ,section #dgaad7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in the heading by striking ,special rule and inserting ,apportionment2 7,b7 by striking excluding primary airports but including reliever and nonprimary commercial service airports each place it appears and inserting excluding commercial service airports but including reliever airports2 7,c7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a7 by striking #bj percent and inserting #be percent2 and 7,d7 by striking subparagraphs 7,c7 and 7,d7 and inserting the following3 7,c7 ,an airport that has previously been listed as unclassified under the national plan of integrated airport systems that has reestablished the classified status of such airport as of the date of apportionment shall be eligible to accrue apportionment funds pursuant to subparagraph 7,a7 so long as such airport retains such classified status4 2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#d7-- 7,a7 in the heading by striking ,airports in ,alaska1 ,puerto ,rico1 and ,hawaii and inserting ,airports in noncontiguous ,states and territories2 7,b7 by striking ,an amount apportioned under paragraph 7#b7 or 7#c7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 ,alaska1 ,puerto ,rico1 and ,hawaii ,an amount apportioned under this subsection 2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,b7 ,other territories ,an amount apportioned under paragraph 7#b77;,b77i7 may be made available by the ,secretary for any public-use airport in ,guam1 ,american ,samoa1 the ,northern ,mariana ,islands1 or the ,virgin ,islands if the ,secretary determines that there are insufficient qualified grant applications for projects at airports that are otherwise eligible for funding under that paragraph4 ,the ,secretary shall prioritize the use of such amounts in the territory the amount was originally apportioned in4 2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#e7 by inserting or subsection 7c77#a77;,d7 after under this subsection2 7#d7 in paragraph 7#f7-- 7,a7 by striking provision of this subsection and inserting provision of this section2 and 7,b7 by inserting or subsection 7c77#a77;,d7 after under this subsection2 7#e7 by striking paragraph 7#b72 and 7#f7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#c7 through 7#g7 as paragraphs 7#b7 through 7#f71 respectively4 7c7 ,conforming amendments 7#a7 ,project grant application approval ,section #dgajf7;a77#g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking section #dgaad7;d77#c77;,b7 and inserting section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,b74 7#b7 ,air traffic control contract program ,section #dgabd7;b77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a77ii7-- 7i7 in subclause 7,i7 by striking sections #dgaad7;c77#b7 and #dgaad7;d7 and inserting subsections 7c7 and 7d7 of section #dgaad2 7ii7 in subclause 7,,ii7 by striking sections #dgaad7;c77#b7 and #dgaad7;d77#c77;,a7 and inserting sections #dgaad7;c7 and #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a72 and 7iii7 in subclause 7,,iii7 by striking sections #dgaad7;c77#b7 and #dgaad7;d77#c77;,a7 and inserting sections #dgaad7;c7 and #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a72 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b77v7 by striking section #dgaad7;d77#b7 or #dgaad7;d77#c77;,b7 and inserting section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,b74 #gac4 ,,pfc turnback reduction 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgaad7;f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 by striking sponsor of an airport having at least 4#be percent of the total number of boardings each year in the ,united ,states and and inserting sponsor of a medium or large hub airport2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking #ej percent and inserting #dj percent each place it appears2 and 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking #ge percent and inserting #fj percent each place it appears2 and 7#b7 by striking paragraphs 7#b7 and 7#c7 and inserting the following3 7#b7 ,effective date of reduction 7,a7 ,new charge collection ,a reduction in an apportionment under paragraph 7#a7 shall not take effect until the first fiscal year following the year in which the collection of the charge imposed under section #djaag has begun4 7,b7 ,new categorization ,a reduction in an apportionment under paragraph 7#a7 shall only be applied to an airport if such airport has been designated as a medium or large hub airport for #c consecutive years4 4 7b7 ,applicability ,for an airport that increased in categorization from a small hub to a medium hub in any fiscal year beginning after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed7 and prior to the date of enactment of this ,act1 the amendment to section #dgaad7;f77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 under subsection 7a7 shall be applied as though the airport increased in categorization from a small hub to a medium hub in the calendar year prior to the first fiscal year in which such amendment is applicable4 #gad4 ,airport safety and resilient infrastructure discretionary program 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgaae7;j7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the heading by striking ,supplemental ,discretionary ,funds and inserting ,airport ,safety and ,resilient ,infrastructure ,discretionary ,program2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#c7 by striking subparagraph 7,b7 and inserting the following3 7,b7 ,minimum allocation ,not less than #ej percent of the amounts available under this subsection shall be used to provide grants at nonprimary1 nonhub1 and small hub airports4 7,c7 ,prioritization ,in making grants for projects eligible under subparagraph 7,d77iii71 the ,secretary shall prioritize grants to large and medium hub airports4 7,d7 ,eligibilities ,in making grants under this subsection1 the ,secretary shall provide grants to airports for projects that-- 7i7 meet the definition of airport development under section #dgajb7c77,t72 7ii7 would otherwise increase the resilience of airport infrastructure against changing flooding or inundation patterns2 or 7iii7 reduce runway incursions or increase runway or taxiway safety4 2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#d77;,a7 by striking clauses 7i7 through 7vi7 and inserting the following3 7i7 #ecb1cib1jgd for fiscal year #bjbd4 7ii7 #bjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe4 7iii7 #bjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf4 7iv7 #bjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg4 7v7 #bjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 2 and 7#d7 in paragraph 7#d77;,b7 by striking #b fiscal years and inserting #c fiscal years4 7b7 ,briefing 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #f months after the ,secretary first awards a grant for fiscal year #bjbe under section #dgaae7;j7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and annually thereafter through #bjbh1 the ,secretary shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the grant program established under such section4 7#b7 ,contents ,in briefing the appropriate committees of ,congress under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall include-- 7,a7 a description of each project funded under the grant program established under section #dgaae7;j71 including the vulnerabilities such program addresses2 7,b7 a description of projects completed that received funding under such program1 including the total time between award and project completion2 7,c7 a description of the consultation with other agencies that the ,secretary has undertaken in carrying out such program2 7,d7 recommendations to improve the administration of such program1 including additional consultation with other agencies and whether additional appropriation levels are appropriate2 and 7,e7 other items determined appropriate by the ,secretary4 #gae4 ,special carryover assumption rule ,section #dgaae of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7l7 ,special carryover assumption rule ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 in addition to amounts made available under paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 of subsection 7a71 the ,secretary may add to the discretionary fund an amount equal to one-third of the apportionment funds made available under section #dgaad that were not required during the previous fiscal year pursuant to section #dgaag7;b77#a7 out of the anticipated amount of apportionment funds made available under section #dgaad that will not be required during the current fiscal year pursuant to section #dgaag7;b77#a74 4 #gaf4 ,small airport fund ,section #dgaaf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b7 by striking paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,not more than #be percent for grants for projects at small hub airports4 7#b7 ,not less than #be percent for grants to sponsors of public-use airports 7except commercial service airports74 7#c7 ,not less than #ej percent for grants to sponsors of commercial service airports that are not larger than a nonhub airport4 2 7#b7 in subsection 7d7-- 7,a7 by striking paragraph 7#b72 and 7,b7 by redesignating paragraph 7#c7 as paragraph 7#b72 and 7#c7 by striking subsections 7e7 and 7f7 and inserting the following3 7e7 ,general aviation transient aprons ,in distributing amounts from the fund described in subsection 7a7 to sponsors described in subsection 7b77#b7 and 7b77#c71 #e percent of each amount shall be used for projects to construct or rehabilitate aprons intended to be used for itinerant general aviation aircraft parking4 4 #gag4 ,revision of discretionary categories ,section #dgaag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b77#b7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a77i7 by striking or 7#c77;,a71 whichever is applicable2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b7-- 7i7 by striking section #dgaad7;d77#c77;,a7 and inserting section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a72 and 7ii7 by striking section #dgaad7;d77#c77;,b7 and inserting section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,b72 7#b7 in subsection 7c77#b7 by striking #dgaad7;d77#c77;,a7 and inserting #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a72 7#c7 in subsection 7d7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a7 of this title and inserting section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,b77i72 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7i7 by striking section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,b7 or 7,c7 and inserting section #dgaad7;d77#b77;,b77ii7 or 7iii7 in each place it appears2 and 7ii7 by striking of this title2 and 7#d7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 in subparagraph 7,a7-- 7,i7 by striking #cjj1jjj1jjj and inserting #bjj1jjj1jjj2 7,,ii7 by striking for compatible land use planning and projects carried out by ,state and local governments under section #dgada12 7,,iii7 by striking section #dgajb7c77,q7 and inserting subparagraphs 7,o71 7,p71 7,q71 and 7,w7 of section #dgajb7c72 7,,iv7 by striking to comply with the ,clean ,air ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #gdja et seq472 and 7,v7 by inserting ,the ,secretary shall provide not less than two-thirds of amounts under this subparagraph and paragraph 7#c7 for grants to sponsors of small hub1 medium hub1 and large hub airports4 after being met in that fiscal year42 and 7ii7 by striking subparagraph 7,c72 and 7,b7 by striking paragraph 7#c7 and inserting the following3 7#c7 ,special rule ,beginning in fiscal year #bjbf1 if the amount made available under paragraph 7#a77;,a7 was not equal to or greater than #aej1jjj1jjj in the preceding fiscal year1 the ,secretary shall issue grants for projects eligible under paragraph 7#a77;,a7 from apportionment funds made available under section #dgaad that are not required during the fiscal year pursuant to subsection 7b77#a7 in an amount that is not less than-- 7,a7 #aej1jjj1jjj2 minus 7,b7 the amount made available under paragraph 7#a77;,a7 in the preceding fiscal year4 4 #gah4 ,discretionary fund for terminal development costs 7a7 ,terminal projects at transitioning airports ,section #dgaai7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#d7 by striking or after the semicolon2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#e7-- 7,a7 by striking section #dgaad7;d77#c77;,a7 and inserting sections #dgaad7;c7 and #dgaad7;d77#b77;,a72 and 7,b7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 or2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 not more than #bj1jjj1jjj of the amount that may be distributed for the fiscal year from the discretionary fund established under section #dgaae1 to the sponsor of a nonprimary airport to pay costs allowable under subsection 7a7 for terminal development projects1 if the ,secretary determines 7which may be based on actual and projected enplanement trends1 as well as completion of an air service development study1 demonstrated commitment by airlines to provide commercial service accommodating at least #aj1jjj annual enplanements1 the documented commitment of a sponsor to providing the remaining funding to complete the proposed project1 and a favorable environmental finding 7including all required permits7 in support of the proposed project7 that the status of the nonprimary airport is reasonably expected to change to primary status based on enplanements for the third calendar year after the issuance of the discretionary grant4 4 7b7 ,limitation ,section #dgaai7;f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #bj1jjj1jjj and inserting #cj1jjj1jjj4 #gai4 ,protecting general aviation airports from closure 7a7 ,non-surplus property ,section #dgabe of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7c7 ,waiving restrictions 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraph 7#b71 the ,secretary may grant to an airport1 city1 or county a waiver of any of the terms1 conditions1 reservations1 or restrictions contained in a deed under which the ,united ,states conveyed to the airport1 city1 or county an interest in real property for airport purposes pursuant to section #af of the ,federal ,airport ,act 7#fj ,stat4 #agi71 section #bc of the ,airport and ,airway ,development ,act of #aigj 7#hd ,stat4 #bcb71 or this section4 7#b7 ,conditions ,any waiver granted by the ,secretary pursuant to paragraph 7#a7 shall be subject to the following conditions3 7,a7 ,the applicable airport1 city1 county1 or other political subdivision shall agree that in conveying any interest in the real property which the ,united ,states conveyed to the airport1 city1 or county1 the airport1 city1 or county will receive consideration for such interest that is equal to its current fair market value4 7,b7 ,any consideration received by the airport1 city1 or county under subparagraph 7,a7 shall be used exclusively for the development1 improvement1 operation1 or maintenance of a public airport by the airport1 city1 or county4 7,c7 ,such waiver-- 7i7 will not significantly impair the aeronautical purpose of an airport2 7ii7 will not result in the permanent closure of an airport 7unless the ,secretary determines that the waiver will directly facilitate the construction of a replacement airport72 or 7iii7 is necessary to protect or advance the civil aviation interests of the ,united ,states4 7,d7 ,any other conditions required by the ,secretary4 7#c7 ,annual reporting ,the ,secretary shall include a list and description of each waiver granted pursuant to paragraph 7#a7 in the plan required under section #dgajc4 4 7b7 ,surplus property 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dgaea of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subsection 7d7 and inserting the following3 7d7 ,waiver of condition ,the ,secretary may not waive any condition imposed on an interest in surplus property conveyed under subsection 7a7 that such interest be used for an aeronautical purpose unless the ,secretary provides public notice not less than #cj days before the issuance of such waiver and determines that such waiver-- 7#a7 will not significantly impair the aeronautical purpose of an airport2 7#b7 will not result in the permanent closure of an airport 7unless the ,secretary determines that the waiver will directly facilitate the construction of a replacement airport72 or 7#c7 is necessary to protect or advance the civil aviation interests of the ,united ,states4 4 7#b7 ,waiving and adding terms ,section #dgaec of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subsection 7c7 and inserting the following3 7c7 ,restrictions on waiver ,notwithstanding subsections 7a7 and 7b71 the ,secretary may not waive any term under this section that an interest in land be used for an aeronautical purpose unless-- 7#a7 the ,secretary provides public notice not less than #cj days before the issuance of a waiver2 and 7#b7 the ,secretary determines that such waiver-- 7,a7 will not significantly impair the aeronautical purpose of an airport2 7,b7 will not result in the permanent closure of an airport 7unless the ,secretary determines that the waiver will directly facilitate the construction of a replacement airport72 or 7,c7 is necessary to protect or advance the civil aviation interests of the ,united ,states4 4 7c7 ,repeals 7#a7 ,airports near closed or realigned bases ,section #abjc of the ,federal ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act of #aiif 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgaja note71 and the item relating to such section in the table of contents under section #a7;b7 of such ,act1 are repealed4 7#b7 ,release from restrictions ,section #hag of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgabe note71 and the item relating to such section in the table of contents under section #a7;b7 of such ,act1 are repealed4 #gbj4 ,state block grant program 7a7 ,training ,section #dgabh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7e7 ,training for participating ,states 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall provide to each ,state participating in the block grant program under this section training or updated training materials for the administrative responsibilities assumed by the ,state under such program at no cost to the ,state4 7#b7 ,timing ,the training or updated training materials provided under paragraph 7#a7 shall be provided at least once during each #b-year period and at any time there is a material change in the program4 4 7b7 ,administration ,section #dgabh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,roles and responsibilities of participating ,states 7#a7 ,airports ,unless a ,state participating in the block grant program under this section expressly agrees in a memorandum of agreement1 the ,secretary shall not require the ,state to manage functions and responsibilities for airport actions or projects that do not relate to such program4 7#b7 ,program documentation 7,a7 ,in general ,any grant agreement providing funds to be administered under such program shall be consistent with the most recently executed memorandum of agreement between the ,state and the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7,b7 ,parity ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall provide parity to participating ,states and shall only require the same type of information and level of detail for any program agreements and documentation that the ,administrator would perform with respect to such action if the ,state did not participate in the program4 7#c7 ,responsibilities ,unless the ,state expressly agrees to retain responsibility1 the ,administrator shall retain responsibility for the following3 7,a7 ,grant compliance investigations1 determinations1 and enforcement4 7,b7 ,obstruction evaluation and airport airspace analysis1 determinations1 and enforcement off airport property4 7,c7 ,non-rulemaking analysis1 determinations1 and enforcement for proposed improvements on airport properties not associated with this subchapter1 or off airport property4 7,d7 ,land use determinations1 compatibility planning1 and airport layout plan review and approval 7consistent with section #dgajg7x77 for projects not funded by amounts available under this subchapter4 7,e7 ,nonaeronautical and special event recommendations and approvals4 7,f7 ,instrument approach procedure evaluations and determinations4 7,g7 ,environmental review for projects not funded by amounts available under this subchapter4 7,h7 ,review and approval of land leases1 land releases1 changes in on-airport land-use designation1 and through-the-fence agreements4 4 7c7 ,,iija ,state block grant program administrative funding 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall distribute administrative funding to assist ,states participating in the ,state block grant program under section #dgabh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 with program implementation of airport infrastructure projects under the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh74 7#b7 ,funding source ,in distributing administrative funds to ,states under this subsection1 the ,secretary shall distribute such funds from the funds made available in the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh7 for personnel1 contracting1 and other costs to administer and oversee grants of the ,airport ,infrastructure ,grants1 ,contract ,tower ,competitive ,grant ,program1 and ,airport ,terminal ,program4 7#c7 ,administrative funds ,with respect to administrative funds made available for fiscal years #bjbb through #bjbf-- 7,a7 the amount of administrative funds available for distribution under paragraph 7#b7 shall be an amount equal to a percentage determined by the ,secretary1 but not less than #b percent1 of the annual allocations provided under the heading ,,airport ,,infrastructure ,,grants under the heading ,,federal ,,aviation ,,administration in title ,,viii of division ,j of the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh7 to non-primary airports participating in the ,state's block grant program each fiscal year of the ,airport ,infrastructure ,grant program2 7,b7 administrative funds distributed under paragraph 7#b7 shall be used by such ,states to-- 7i7 administer and oversee1 as outlined in a memorandum of agreement or other agreement between the ,,faa and the ,state1 all airport grant program funds provided under the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh7 to non-primary airports participating in the ,state's block grant program1 whether through direct allocation or through competitive selection2 and 7ii7 carry out the public purposes of supporting eligible and justified airport development and infrastructure projects as provided in the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh72 and 7,c7 except as provided in paragraph 7#d71 such administrative funds shall be distributed to such ,states through a cooperative agreement executed between the ,state and the ,,faa not later than ,december #a of each fiscal year in which the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh7 provides airport grant program funds4 7#d7 ,initial distribution ,with respect to administrative funds made available for fiscal years #bjbb through #bjbd1 funds available as of the date of enactment of this ,act shall be distributed to ,states through a cooperative agreement executed between the ,state and the ,,faa not later than #cj days after such date of enactment4 7d7 ,report ,the ,comptroller ,general shall issue to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the ,office of ,airports of the ,,faa and the airport improvement program under subchapter ,i of chapter #dga and chapter #dge of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and include in such report a description of-- 7#a7 the responsibilities of ,states participating in the block grant program under section #dgabh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7#b7 the impact of title ,,viii of division ,j of the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh7 and other ,federal administrative funding sources on the ability of such ,states to disburse and administer airport improvement program funds4 #gba4 ,innovative financing techniques ,section #dgace of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsections 7a7 and 7b7 and inserting the following3 7a7 ,authority 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,transportation may approve an application by an airport sponsor to use grants received under this subchapter for innovative financing techniques related to an airport development project that is located at an airport that is not a large hub airport4 7#b7 ,approval ,the ,secretary may approve not more than #cj applications described under paragraph 7#a7 in a fiscal year4 7b7 ,purposes ,the purpose of grants made under this section shall be to-- 7#a7 provide information on the benefits and difficulties of using innovative financing techniques for airport development projects2 7#b7 lower the total cost of an airport development project2 or 7#c7 expedite the delivery or completion of an airport development project without reducing safety or causing environmental harm4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7c77#b7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,d7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,e7 any other techniques that the ,secretary determines are consistent with the purposes of this section4 4 #gbb4 ,long-term management plans ,section #dgacf7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code is amended-- 7#a7 by striking applicants that will and inserting the following3 applicants that-- 7#a7 will 2 7#b7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#b7 provide a long-term management plan for eligible vehicles and equipment that includes the existing and future infrastructure requirements of the airport related to such vehicles and equipment4 4 #gbc4 ,alternative project delivery 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgadb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the section heading by striking ,design-build contracting and inserting ,alternative project delivery2 7#b7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 by striking ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and inserting ,secretary of ,transportation2 and 7ii7 by striking award a design-build and inserting award a covered project delivery2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b7 by striking design-build and inserting covered project delivery2 and 7,c7 in paragraph 7#d7 by striking design-build contract will and inserting covered project delivery contract is projected to2 and 7#c7 by striking subsection 7c7 and inserting the following3 7c7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,pilot program ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall establish a pilot program under which the ,administrator may award grants for integrated project delivery contracts1 as described in subsection 7d77#b71 to carry out up to #e building construction projects at airports in the ,united ,states with a grant awarded under section #dgajd4 7#b7 ,application 7,a7 ,eligibility ,a sponsor of an airport may submit to the ,secretary an application1 in such time and manner and containing such information as the ,secretary may require1 to carry out a building construction project under the pilot program that would otherwise be eligible for assistance under this chapter4 7,b7 ,approval ,the ,secretary may approve the application of a sponsor of an airport submitted under paragraph 7#a7 to authorize such sponsor to award an integrated project delivery contract using a selection process permitted under applicable ,state or local law if-- 7i7 the ,secretary approves the application using criteria established by the ,secretary2 7ii7 the integrated project delivery contract is in a form that is approved by the ,secretary2 7iii7 the ,secretary is satisfied that the contract will be executed pursuant to competitive procedures and contains a schematic design and any other material that the ,secretary determines sufficient to approve the grant2 7iv7 the ,secretary is satisfied that the use of an integrated project delivery contract will be cost effective and expedite the project2 7v7 the ,secretary is satisfied that there will be no conflict of interest2 and 7vi7 the ,secretary is satisfied that the contract selection process will be open1 fair1 and objective and that not less than #b sets of proposals will be submitted for each team entity under the selection process4 7#c7 ,reimbursement of costs 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may reimburse a sponsor of an airport for any design or construction costs incurred before a grant is made pursuant to this section if-- 7i7 the project funding is approved by the ,secretary in advance2 7ii7 the project is carried out in accordance with all administrative and statutory requirements under this chapter2 and 7iii7 the project is carried out under this chapter after a grant agreement has been executed4 7,b7 ,accounting ,reimbursement of costs shall be based on transparent cost accounting or open book cost accounting4 7d7 ,covered project delivery contract defined ,in this section1 the term covered project delivery contract means-- 7#a7 an agreement that provides for both design and construction of a project by a contractor through alternative project delivery methods1 including construction manager-at-risk and progressive design build2 or 7#b7 a single contract for the delivery of a whole project that-- 7,a7 includes1 at a minimum1 the sponsor1 builder1 and architect-engineer as parties that are subject to the terms of the contract2 7,b7 aligns the interests of all the parties to the contract with respect to the project costs and project outcomes2 and 7,c7 includes processes to ensure transparency and collaboration among all parties to the contract relating to project costs and project outcomes4 4 7b7 ,briefing ,not later than #b years after the ,secretary establishes the pilot program under section #dgadb7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as amended by subsection 7a771 the ,secretary shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on whether integrated project delivery or other covered project delivery contracts authorized under such section resulted in any project efficiencies4 7c7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #dgadb and inserting the following3 #dgadb4 ,alternative project delivery4 4 #gbd4 ,nonmovement area surveillance surface display systems pilot program ,section #dgadc7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,may #aa1 #bjbd and inserting ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #gbe4 ,airport accessibility 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #dgade4 ,pilot program for airport accessibility 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish and carry out a pilot program to award grants to sponsors to carry out capital projects to upgrade the accessibility of commercial service airports for individuals with disabilities by increasing the number of commercial service airports1 airport terminals1 or airport facilities that meet or exceed the standards and regulations under the ,americans with ,disabilities ,act of #aiij 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #abaca et seq47 and the ,rehabilitation ,act of #aigc 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gja note74 7b7 ,use of funds 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraph 7#b71 a sponsor shall use a grant awarded under this section-- 7,a7 for a project to repair1 improve1 or relocate the infrastructure of an airport1 airport terminal1 or airport facility to increase accessibility for individuals with disabilities1 or as part of a plan to increase accessibility for individuals with disabilities2 7,b7 to develop or modify a plan 7as described in subsection 7e77 for a project that increases accessibility for individuals with disabilities1 including-- 7i7 assessments of accessibility or assessments of planned modifications to an airport1 airport terminal1 or airport facility for passenger use1 performed by the disability advisory committee of the recipient airport 7if applicable71 the protection and advocacy system for individuals with disabilities in the applicable ,state1 a center for independent living1 or a disability organization1 including an advocacy or nonprofit organization that represents or provides services to individuals with disabilities2 or 7ii7 coordination by the disability advisory committee of the recipient airport with a protection and advocacy system1 center for independent living1 or such disability organization2 or 7,c7 to carry out any other project that meets or exceeds the standards and regulations described in subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,limitation ,eligible costs for a project funded with a grant awarded under this section shall be limited to the costs associated with carrying out the purpose authorized under subsection 7a74 7c7 ,eligibility ,a sponsor may use a grant under this section to upgrade a commercial service airport that is accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities-- 7#a7 consistent with the current 7as of the date of the upgrade7 standards and regulations described in subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 even if the related service1 program1 or activity1 when viewed in the entirely of the service1 program1 or activity1 is readily accessible and usable as so described4 7d7 ,selection criteria ,in making grants to sponsors under this section1 the ,secretary shall give priority to sponsors that are proposing-- 7#a7 a capital project to upgrade the accessibility of a commercial service airport that is not accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities consistent with standards and regulations described in subsection 7a72 or 7#b7 to meet or exceed the ,airports ,council ,international accreditation under the ,accessibility ,enhancement ,accreditation1 through the incorporation of universal design principles4 7e7 ,accessibility commitment ,a sponsor that receives a grant under this section shall adopt a plan under which the sponsor commits to pursuing airport accessibility projects that-- 7#a7 enhance the passenger experience and maximize accessibility of commercial service airports1 airport terminals1 or airport facilities for individuals with disabilities1 including by-- 7,a7 upgrading bathrooms1 counters1 or pumping rooms2 7,b7 increasing audio and visual accessibility on information boards1 security gates1 or paging systems2 7,c7 updating airport terminals to increase the availability of accessible seating and power outlets for durable medical equipment 7such as powered wheelchairs72 7,d7 updating airport websites and other information communication technology to be accessible for individuals with disabilities2 or 7,e7 increasing the number of elevators1 including elevators that move power wheelchairs to an aircraft2 7#b7 improve the operations of1 provide efficiencies of service to1 and enhance the use of commercial service airports for individuals with disabilities2 7#c7 establish a disability advisory committee if the airport is a small1 medium1 or large hub airport2 and 7#d7 make improvements in personnel1 infrastructure1 and technology that can assist passenger self-identification regarding disability and needing assistance4 7f7 ,coordination with disability advocacy entities ,in administering grants under this section1 the ,secretary shall encourage-- 7#a7 engagement with disability advocacy entities 7such as the disability advisory committee of the sponsor7 and a protection and advocacy system for individuals with disabilities in the applicable ,state1 a center for independent living1 or a disability organization1 including an advocacy or nonprofit organization that represents or provides services to individuals with disabilities2 and 7#b7 assessments of accessibility or assessments of planned modifications to commercial service airports to the extent merited by the scope of the capital project of the sponsor proposed to be assisted under this section1 taking into account any such assessment already conducted by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7g7 ,federal share of costs ,the ,government's share of allowable project costs for a project carried out with a grant under this section shall be the ,government's share of allowable project costs specified under section #dgaji4 7h7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,center for independent living ,the term center for independent living has the meaning given such term in section #gjb of the ,rehabilitation ,act of #aigc 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gif;a74 7#b7 ,disability advisory committee ,the term disability advisory committee means a body of stakeholders 7including airport staff1 airline representatives1 and individuals with disabilities7 that provide to airports and appropriate transportation authorities input from individuals with disabilities1 including identifying opportunities for removing barriers1 expanding accessibility features1 and improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities at airports4 7#c7 ,protection and advocacy system ,the term protection and advocacy system means a system established in accordance with section #adc of the ,developmental ,disabilities ,assistance and ,bill of ,rights ,act of #bjjj 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #aejdc74 7i7 ,funding ,notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter1 for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh1 the ,secretary may use up to #bj1jjj1jjj of the amounts that would otherwise be used to make grants from the discretionary fund under section #dgaae for each such fiscal year to carry out this section4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,the analysis for subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dgadd the following3 #dgade4 ,pilot program for airport accessibility4 4 #gbf4 ,general aviation airport runway extension pilot program 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #dgadf4 ,general aviation program runway extension pilot program 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish and carry out a pilot program to provide grants to general aviation airports to increase the usable runway length capability at such airports in order to-- 7#a7 expand access to such airports for larger aircraft2 and 7#b7 support the development and economic viability of such airports4 7b7 ,grants 7#a7 ,in general ,for the purpose of carrying out the pilot program established in subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall make grants to not more than #b sponsors of general aviation airports per fiscal year4 7#b7 ,use of funds ,a sponsor of a general aviation airport shall use a grant awarded under this section to plan1 design1 or construct a project to extend an existing primary runway by not greater than #a1jjj feet in order to accommodate large turboprop or turbojet aircraft that cannot be accommodated with the existing runway length4 7#c7 ,eligibility ,to be eligible to receive a grant under this section1 a sponsor of a general aviation airport shall submit an application to the ,secretary at such time1 in such form1 and containing such information as the ,secretary may require4 7#d7 ,selection ,in selecting an applicant for a grant under this section1 the ,secretary shall prioritize projects that demonstrate that the existing runway length at the airport is-- 7,a7 inadequate to support the near-term operations of #a or more business entities operating at the airport as of the date of submission of such application2 7,b7 a direct aircraft operational impediment to airport economic viability1 job creation or retention1 or local economic development2 and 7,c7 not located within #bj miles of another ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems airport with comparable runway length4 7c7 ,project justification ,a project that demonstrates the criteria described in subsection 7b7 shall be considered a justified cost with respect to the pilot program1 notwithstanding-- 7#a7 any benefit-cost analysis required under section #dgaae7;d72 or 7#b7 a project justification determination described in section #c of chapter #c of ,,faa ,order #eajj4ch;,d1 ,airport ,improvement ,program ,handbook 7dated ,september #cj1 #bjad7 7or any successor document74 7d7 ,federal share ,the ,government's share of allowable project costs for a project carried out with a grant under this section shall be the ,government's share of allowable project costs specified under section #dgaji4 7e7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #e years after the establishment of the pilot program under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary 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 evaluates the pilot program1 including-- 7#a7 information regarding the level of applicant interest in grants for increasing runway length2 7#b7 the number of large aircraft that accessed each general aviation airport that received a grant under the pilot program in comparison to the number of such aircraft that accessed the airport prior to the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 based on data provided to the ,secretary by the airport sponsor not later than #f months before the submission date described in this subsection2 and 7#c7 a description1 provided to the ,secretary by the airport sponsor not later than #f months before the submission date described in this subsection1 of the economic development opportunities supported by increasing the runway length at general aviation airports4 7f7 ,funding ,for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh1 the ,secretary may use funds under section #dgaaf7;b77#b7 to carry out this section4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dgade the following3 #dgadf4 ,general aviation airport runway extension pilot program4 4 #gbg4 ,repeal of obsolete criminal provisions ,section #dgcjf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the item relating to such section in the analysis for chapter #dgc of such title1 are repealed4 #gbh4 ,transfers of air traffic systems acquired with ,,aip funding 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddejb7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking ,an airport and inserting ,subject to paragraph 7#d71 an airport in a non-contiguous ,state2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking or at the end2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 or2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following new subparagraph3 7,d7 a ,medium ,intensity ,approach ,lighting ,system with ,runway ,alignment ,indicator ,lights4 2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following new paragraph3 7#d7 ,exception ,the requirement under paragraph 7#a7 that an eligible air traffic system or equipment be purchased in part using a ,government airport aid program1 airport development aid program1 or airport improvement project grant shall not apply if the air traffic system or equipment is installed at an airport that is categorized as a basic or local general aviation airport under the most recently published national plan of integrated airport systems under section #dgajc4 4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by this section shall take effect beginning on ,october #a1 #bjbd4 #gbi4 ,national priority system formulas 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall review and update the ,national ,priority ,system prioritization formulas contained in ,,faa ,order #ejij4e to account for the amendments to chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 made by this ,act4 7b7 ,required consultation ,in revising the formulas under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall consult with representatives of the following3 7#a7 ,primary airports1 including large1 medium1 small1 and nonhub airports4 7#b7 ,non-primary airports1 including general aviation airports4 7#c7 ,airport trade associations1 including trade associations representing airport executives4 7#d7 ,state aviation officials1 including associations representing such officials4 7#e7 ,air carriers1 including mainline1 regional1 and low-cost air carriers4 7#f7 ,associations representing air carriers4 7c7 ,priority projects ,in revising the formulas under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall assign the highest priority to projects that increase or maintain the safety1 efficiency1 and capacity of the aviation system4 #gcj4 ,minority and disadvantaged business participation 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,while significant progress has occurred due to the establishment of the airport disadvantaged business enterprise program and the airport concessions disadvantaged business enterprise program under sections #dgaac and #dgajg7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 respectively1 discrimination and related barriers continue to pose significant obstacles for minority- and women-owned businesses seeking to do business in airport-related markets across the ,nation4 7#b7 ,congress has received and reviewed testimony and documentation of race and gender discrimination from numerous sources1 including congressional hearings and roundtables1 scientific reports1 reports issued by public and private agencies1 news stories1 reports of discrimination by organizations and individuals1 and discrimination lawsuits4 ,such testimony and documentation show that race- and gender-neutral efforts alone are insufficient to address the problem4 7#c7 ,the testimony and documentation described in paragraph 7#b7 demonstrate that race and gender discrimination pose a barrier to full and fair participation in airport-related businesses of women business owners and minority business owners in the racial groups detailed in parts #bc and #bf of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and has impacted firm development and other aspects of airport-related business in the public and private markets4 7#d7 ,the testimony and documentation described in paragraph 7#b7 provide a strong basis that there is a compelling need for the continuation of the airport disadvantaged business enterprise program and the airport concessions disadvantaged business enterprise program to address race and gender discrimination in airport-related business4 7b7 ,supportive services ,section #dgaac of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,supportive services 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary1 in coordination with the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 may1 at the request of an airport sponsor1 provide assistance under a grant issued under this subchapter to develop1 conduct1 and administer training programs and assistance programs in connection with any airport improvement project subject to part #bf of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for small business concerns referred to in subsection 7b7 to achieve proficiency to compete1 on an equal basis for contracts and subcontracts related to such projects4 7#b7 ,eligible entities ,an entity eligible to receive assistance under this section is-- 7,a7 a ,state2 7,b7 a political subdivision of a ,state or local government2 7,c7 a ,tribal government2 7,d7 an airport sponsor2 7,e7 a metropolitan planning organization2 7,f7 a group of entities described in subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,e72 or 7,g7 any other organization considered appropriate by the ,secretary4 4 #gca4 ,extension of provision relating to airport access roads in remote locations ,section #afb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgajb note7 is amended1 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by striking #bjah and all that follows through #bjbd and inserting #bjbd through #bjbh4 #gcb4 ,populous counties without airports ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 the ,secretary may not deny inclusion in the national plan of integrated airport systems maintained under section #dgajc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to an airport or proposed airport if the airport or proposed airport-- 7#a7 is located in the most populous county 7as such term is defined in section #b of title #a1 ,united ,states ,code7 of a ,state that does not have an airport listed in the national plan2 7#b7 has an airport sponsor that was established before ,january #a1 #bjag2 7#c7 is located more than #ae miles away from another airport listed in the national plan2 7#d7 demonstrates how the airport will meet the operational activity required1 through a forecast validated by the ,secretary1 within the first #aj years of operation2 7#e7 meets ,,faa airport design standards2 7#f7 submits a benefit-cost analysis2 7#g7 presents a detailed financial plan to accomplish construction and ongoing maintenance2 and 7#h7 has the documented support of the ,state government for the entry of the airport or proposed airport into the national plan4 #gcc4 ,,aip handbook update 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall revise the ,airport ,improvement ,program ,handbook 7,,faa ,order #eajj4ch;,d7 7in this section referred to as the ,,aip ,handbook7 to account for legislative changes to the airport improvement program under subchapter ,i of chapter #dga and chapter #dge of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and to make such other changes as the ,administrator determines necessary4 7b7 ,requirements relating to ,alaska ,in revising the ,,aip ,handbook under subsection 7a7 7and in any subsequent revision71 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,governor of ,alaska1 shall identify and incorporate reasonable exceptions to the general requirements of the ,,aip ,handbook to meet the unique circumstances1 and advance the safety needs1 of airports in ,alaska1 including with respect to the following3 7#a7 ,snow ,removal ,equipment ,building size and configuration4 7#b7 ,expansion of lease areas4 7#c7 ,shared governmental use of airport equipment and facilities in remote locations4 7#d7 ,ensuring the resurfacing or reconstruction of legacy runways to support-- 7,a7 aircraft necessary to support critical health needs of a community2 7,b7 remote fuel deliveries2 and 7,c7 firefighting response4 7#e7 ,the use of runway end identifier lights at airports in ,alaska4 7c7 ,additional requirement ,in revising the ,,aip ,handbook under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall include updates to reflect whether a light emitting diode system is an appropriate replacement for any existing halogen system4 7d7 ,public comment 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall publish a draft revision of the ,,aip ,handbook and make such draft available for public comment for a period of not less than #ij days4 7#b7 ,review ,the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 review all comments submitted during the public comment period described under paragraph 7#a72 7,b7 as the ,administrator considers appropriate1 incorporate changes based on such comments into the final revision of the ,handbook2 and 7,c7 provide a response to all significant comments4 7e7 ,interim implementation of changes 7#a7 ,in general ,except as provided in paragraph 7#b71 not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue program guidance letters to provide for the interim implementation of amendments made by this ,act to the ,airport ,improvement ,program4 7#b7 ,alaska exceptions ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,administrator identified reasonable exceptions under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,regional ,administrator of the ,,faa ,alaskan ,region1 shall issue program guidance letters to provide for the interim application of such exceptions4 #gcd4 ,,gao audit of airport financial reporting program 7a7 ,audit ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate an audit of the airport financial reporting program of the ,,faa and provide recommendations to the ,administrator on improvements to such program4 7b7 ,requirements ,in conducting the audit required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 review relevant ,,faa guidance to airports1 including the version of ,advisory ,circular #aej_/eajj-ai1 titled ,operating and ,financial ,summary1 that is in effect on the date of enactment of this ,act2 7#b7 evaluate the information requested or required by the ,administrator from airports for completeness and usefulness by the ,,faa and the public2 7#c7 assess the costs associated with collecting1 reporting1 and maintaining such information for airports and the ,,faa2 7#d7 determine if such information provided is-- 7,a7 updated on a regular basis to make such information useful2 and 7,b7 audited and verified in an appropriate manner2 7#e7 assess if the ,administrator has addressed the issues the ,administrator discovered during the apportionment and disbursement of relief funds to airports under the ,coronavirus ,aid1 ,relief1 and ,economic ,security ,act 7,public ,law #aaf-acf7 using inaccurate and aged airport financial data2 and 7#f7 determine whether the airport financial reporting program as structured as of the date of enactment of this ,act provides value to the ,,faa1 the aviation industry1 or the public4 7c7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #c months after the completion of the audit required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the findings of such audit and any recommendations provided to the ,administrator to improve or alter the airport financial reporting program4 #gce4 ,,gao study of onsite airport generation 7a7 ,study ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study on the feasibility of installation and adoption of certain power generation property at airports which receive funding from the ,federal ,government4 7b7 ,content ,in carrying out the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall examine-- 7#a7 any safety impacts of the installation and operation of such power generation property1 either in aggregate or around certain locations or structures at the airport2 7#b7 regulatory barriers to adoption2 7#c7 benefits to adoption2 7#d7 previous examples of adoptions2 7#e7 impacts on other entities2 and 7#f7 previous examples of adoption and factors pertaining to previous examples of adoption1 including-- 7,a7 novel uses beyond supplemental power generation1 such as expanding nonresidential property around airports to minimize noise1 power generation resilience1 and market forces2 7,b7 challenges identified in the installation process2 7,c7 upfront and long-term costs1 both foreseen and unforeseen2 7,d7 funding sources used to pay for upfront costs2 and 7,e7 long-term savings4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the initiation of the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the study and any recommendations based on such results4 7d7 ,power generation property defined ,in this section1 the term power generation property means equipment defined in section #dh7;a77#c77;,a7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf4 #gcf4 ,transportation demand management at airports 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study to examine the efficacy of transportation demand management strategies at ,united ,states airports4 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall examine1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 whether transportation demand management strategies should be considered by airports when making infrastructure planning and construction decisions2 7#b7 the impact of transportation demand management strategies on existing multimodal options to and from airports in the ,united ,states2 and 7#c7 best practices for developing transportation demand management strategies that can be used to improve access to airports for passengers and airport and airline personnel4 7c7 ,report ,upon completion of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on such study4 7d7 ,transportation demand management strategy defined ,in this section1 the term transportation demand management strategy means the use of planning1 programs1 policy1 marketing1 communications1 incentives1 pricing1 data1 and technology to optimize travel modes1 routes used1 departure times1 and number of trips4 #gcg4 ,coastal airports assessment 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,chief of ,engineers and ,commanding ,general of the ,united ,states ,army ,corps of ,engineers1 and the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 shall initiate an assessment on the resiliency of airports in coastal or flood-prone areas of the ,united ,states4 7b7 ,contents ,the assessment required under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 examine the impact of hazardous weather and other environmental factors that pose risks to airports in coastal or flood-prone areas2 and 7#b7 identify and evaluate initiatives and best practices to prevent and mitigate the impacts of factors described in paragraph 7#a7 on airports in coastal or flood-prone areas4 7c7 ,report ,upon completion of the assessment1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress and the ,committee on ,science1 ,space1 and ,technology of the ,house of ,representatives a report on-- 7#a7 the results of the assessment required under subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 recommendations for legislative or administrative action to improve the resiliency of airports in coastal or flood-prone areas in the ,united ,states4 #gch4 ,airport investment partnership program ,section #dgacd7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 ,benefit-cost analysis 7,a7 ,in general ,prior to approving an application submitted under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary may require a benefit-cost analysis4 7,b7 ,finding ,if a benefit-cost analysis is required1 the ,secretary shall issue a preliminary and conditional finding1 which shall-- 7i7 be issued not later than #fj days after the date on which the sponsor submits all information required by the ,secretary2 7ii7 be based upon a collaborative review process that includes the sponsor or a representative of the sponsor2 7iii7 not constitute the issuance of a ,federal grant or obligation to issue a grant under this chapter or other provision of law2 and 7iv7 not constitute any other obligation on the part of the ,federal ,government until the conditions specified in the final benefit-cost analysis are met4 4 #gci4 ,special rule for reclassification of certain unclassified airports 7a7 ,request for reclassification 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than ,september #cj1 #bjbd1 a privately owned reliever airport 7as such term is defined in section #dgajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 that is identified as unclassified in the ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems of the ,,faa titled ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems 7,,npias7 #bjbc-bjbg1 published on ,september #cj1 #bjbb may submit to the ,secretary a request to reclassify the airport according to the criteria used to classify a publicly owned airport4 7#b7 ,required information ,in submitting a request under paragraph 7#a71 a privately owned reliever airport shall include the following information3 7,a7 ,a sworn statement and accompanying documentation that demonstrates how the airport would satisfy the requirements of ,,faa ,order #ejij4e1 titled ,formulation of the ,,npias and ,,acip 7or any successor guidance71 to be classified as ,local or ,basic if the airport was publicly owned4 7,b7 ,a report that-- 7i7 identifies the role of the airport to the aviation system2 and 7ii7 describes the long-term fiscal viability of the airport based on demonstrated aeronautical activity and associated revenues relative to ongoing operating and maintenance costs4 7b7 ,eligibility review 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after receiving a request from a privately owned reliever airport under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall perform an eligibility review with respect to the airport1 including an assessment of the safety1 security1 capacity1 access1 compliance with ,federal grant assurances1 and protection of natural resources of the airport and the quality of the environment1 as prescribed by the ,secretary4 7#b7 ,public sponsor ,in performing the eligibility review under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary-- 7,a7 may require the airport requesting reclassification to provide information regarding the outlook 7whether positive or negative7 for obtaining a public sponsor2 and 7,b7 may not require the airport to obtain a public sponsor4 7c7 ,reclassification by ,secretary 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after receiving a request from a privately owned reliever airport under subsection 7a77#a71 the ,secretary shall grant such request if the following criteria are met3 7,a7 ,the request includes the required information under subsection 7a77#b74 7,b7 ,the privately owned reliever airport1 to the satisfaction of the ,secretary-- 7i7 passes the eligibility review performed under subsection 7b72 or 7ii7 submits a corrective action plan in accordance with paragraph 7#b74 7#b7 ,corrective action plan ,with respect to a privately owned reliever airport that does not1 to the satisfaction of the ,secretary1 pass the eligibility review performed under subsection 7b71 the ,secretary shall provide notice of disapproval to such airport not later than #fj days after receiving the request under subsection 7a77#a71 and such airport may resubmit to the ,secretary a reclassification request along with a corrective action plan that-- 7,a7 resolves any shortcomings identified in such eligibility review2 and 7,b7 proves that any necessary corrective action has been completed by the airport4 7d7 ,effective date ,the reclassification of any privately owned reliever airport under this section shall take effect not later than-- 7#a7 ,october #a1 #bjbe1 for any request granted under subsection 7c77#a72 and 7#b7 ,october #a1 #bjbf1 for any request granted after the submission of a corrective action plan under subsection 7c77#b74 #gdj4 ,permanent solar powered taxiway edge lighting systems ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall produce an engineering brief that describes the acceptable use of permanent solar powered taxiway edge lighting systems at regional1 local1 and basic general aviation airports 7as categorized in the most recent ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems of the ,,faa titled ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems 7,,npias7 #bjbc-bjbg1 published on ,september #cj1 #bjbb74 #gda4 ,secondary runways ,in approving grants for projects with funds made available pursuant to title ,,viii of division ,j of the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh7 under the heading ,federal ,aviation ,administration--,airport ,infrastructure ,grants1 the ,administrator shall consider permitting a nonhub or small hub airport to use such funds to extend secondary runways1 notwithstanding the level of operational activity at such airport4 #gdb4 ,increasing energy efficiency of airports and meeting current and future energy power demands 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgadj of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 #dgadj4 ,meeting current and future energy power demand 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish a program under which the ,secretary shall-- 7#a7 encourage the sponsor of each public-use airport to-- 7,a7 conduct airport planning that assesses the airport's-- 7i7 current and future energy power requirements1 including-- 7,i7 heating and cooling2 7,,ii7 on-road airport vehicles and ground support equipment2 7,,iii7 gate electrification2 7,,iv7 electric aircraft charging2 and 7,v7 vehicles and equipment used to transport passengers and employees between the airport and-- 7aa7 nearby facilities owned or controlled by the airport or which otherwise directly support the functions or services provided by the airport2 or 7bb7 an intermodal surface transportation facility adjacent to the airport2 and 7ii7 existing energy infrastructure condition1 location1 and capacity1 including base load and backup power1 to meet the current and future electrical power demand as identified in this subparagraph2 and 7,b7 conduct airport development to improve energy efficiency1 increase peak load savings at the airport1 and meet future electrical power demands as identified in subparagraph 7,a72 and 7#b7 reimburse the airport sponsor for the costs incurred in conducting the assessment under paragraph 7#a77;,a74 7b7 ,grants ,the ,secretary shall make grants to airport sponsors from amounts made available under section #dhajc to assist such sponsors that have completed the assessment described in subsection 7a77#a7-- 7#a7 to acquire or construct equipment that will improve energy efficiency at the airport2 and 7#b7 to pursue an airport development project described in subsection 7a77#a77;,b74 7c7 ,application ,to be eligible for a grant under paragraph 7#a71 the sponsor of a public-use airport shall submit an application1 including a certification that no safety projects are being deferred by requesting a grant under this section1 to the ,secretary at such time1 in such manner1 and containing such information as the ,secretary may require4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #dgadj and inserting the following3 #dgadj4 ,meeting current and future energy power demand4 4 #gdc4 ,review of airport layout plans 7a7 ,in general ,section #afc of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgajg note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7a7 and inserting the following3 7a7 ,reserved4 2 and 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,reserved4 4 7b7 ,airport layout plan approval authority ,section #dgajg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a77#af7-- 7,a7 by striking subparagraph 7,b7 and inserting the following3 7,b7 subject to subsection 7x71 the ,secretary will review and approve or disapprove the plan and any revision or modification of the plan before the plan1 revision1 or modification takes effect2 2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,c77i7 by striking subparagraph 7,b7 and inserting subsection 7x72 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7x7 ,scope of airport layout plan review and approval authority of ,secretary 7#a7 ,authority over projects on land acquired without ,federal assistance ,for purposes of subsection 7a77#af77;,b71 with respect to any project proposed on land acquired by an airport owner or operator without ,federal assistance1 the ,secretary may review and approve or disapprove only the portions of the plan 7or any subsequent revision to the plan7 that-- 7,a7 materially impact the safe and efficient operation of aircraft at1 to1 or from the airport2 7,b7 adversely affect the safety of people or property on the ground as a result of aircraft operations2 or 7,c7 adversely affect the value of prior ,federal investments to a significant extent4 7#b7 ,limitation on non-aeronautical review 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may not require an airport to seek approval for 7including in the submission of an airport layout plan71 or directly or indirectly regulate or place conditions on 7including through any grant assurance71 any project that is not subject to paragraph 7#a74 7,b7 ,review and approval authority ,if only a portion of a project proposed by an airport owner or operator is subject to the review and approval of the ,secretary under subsection 7a77#af77;,b71 the ,secretary shall not extend review and approval authority to other non-aeronautical portions of the project4 7#c7 ,notice 7,a7 ,in general ,an airport owner or operator shall submit to the ,secretary a notice of intent to proceed with a proposed project 7or a portion thereof7 that is outside of the review and approval authority of the ,secretary1 as described in this subsection1 if the project was not on the most recently submitted airport layout plan of the airport4 7,b7 ,failure to object ,if not later than #de days after receiving the notice of intent described in subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary fails to object to such notice1 the proposed project 7or portion thereof7 shall be deemed as being outside the scope of the review and approval authority of the ,secretary under subsection 7a77#af77;,b74 4 #gdd4 ,protection of safe and efficient use of airspace at airports 7a7 ,airspace review process requirements ,the ,administrator shall consider the following additional factors in the evaluation of cumulative impacts when making a determination of hazard or no hazard1 or objection or no objection1 as applicable1 under part #gg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 regarding proposed construction or alteration within #c miles of the runway ends and runway centerlines 7as depicted in the ,,faa-approved ,airport ,layout ,plan of the airport7 on any land not owned by any such airport3 7#a7 ,the accumulation and spacing of structures or other obstructions that might constrain radar or communication capabilities1 thereby reducing the capacity of an airport1 flight procedure minimums or availability1 or aircraft takeoff or landing capabilities4 7#b7 ,safety risks of lasers1 lights1 or light sources1 inclusive of lighted billboards and screens1 affixed to structures1 that may pose hazards to air navigation4 7#c7 ,water features or hazardous wildlife attractants1 as defined by the ,administrator4 7#d7 ,impacts to visual flight rule traffic patterns for both fixed and rotary wing aircraft1 inclusive of special visual flight rule procedures established by ,letters of ,agreement between air traffic facilities1 the airport1 and flight operators4 7#e7 ,impacts to ,,faa-funded airport improvement projects1 improvements depicted on or described in ,,faa-approved ,airport ,layout ,plans and master plans1 and preservation of the navigable airspace necessary for achieving the objectives and utilization of the projects and plans4 7b7 ,required information ,a notice submitted under part #gg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 shall include the following3 7#a7 ,actual designs of an entire project and property1 without regard to whether a proposed construction or alteration within #c miles of the end of a runway of an airport and runway centerlines as depicted in the ,,faa-approved ,airport ,layout ,plan of the airport is limited to a singular location on a property4 7#b7 ,if there are any changes to such designs or addition of equipment1 such as cranes used to construct a building1 after submission of such a notice1 all information included with the notice submitted before such change or addition shall be resubmitted1 along with information regarding the change or addition4 7c7 ,expiration 7#a7 ,in general ,unless extended1 revised1 or terminated1 each determination of no hazard issued by the ,administrator under part #gg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 shall expire #ah months after the effective date of the determination1 or on the date the proposed construction or alteration is abandoned1 whichever is earlier4 7#b7 ,after expiration ,determinations under paragraph 7#a7 are no longer valid with regard to whether a proposed construction or alteration would be a hazard to air navigation after such determination has expired4 7d7 ,authority to consolidate ,,oei surface criteria ,the ,administrator may develop a single set of ,one ,engine ,inoperative surface criteria that is specific to an airport4 ,the ,administrator shall consult with the airport operator and flight operators that use such airport1 on the development of such surface criteria4 7e7 ,development of policies to protect ,,oei surfaces ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding the status of the efforts of the ,,faa to protect ,one ,engine ,inoperative surfaces from encroachment at ,united ,states certificated and federally obligated airports1 including the current status of efforts to incorporate such protections into ,,faa ,obstruction ,evaluation_/,airport ,airspace ,analysis processes4 7f7 ,authority to consult with other agencies ,the ,administrator may consult with other ,federal1 ,state1 or local agencies as necessary to carry out the requirements of this section4 7g7 ,applicability ,this section shall only apply to an airport in a county adjacent to #b ,states with converging intersecting cross runway operations within #ab nautical miles of an ,air ,force base4 #gde4 ,electric aircraft infrastructure pilot program 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may establish a pilot program under which airport sponsors may use funds made available under chapter #dga or section #dhajc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 for use at up to #aj airports to carry out-- 7#a7 activities associated with the acquisition1 by purchase or lease1 operation1 and installation of equipment to support the operations of electric aircraft1 including interoperable electric vehicle charging equipment2 and 7#b7 the construction or modification of infrastructure to facilitate the delivery of power or services necessary for the use of electric aircraft1 including-- 7,a7 on airport utility upgrades2 and 7,b7 associated design costs4 7b7 ,eligibility ,a public-use airport is eligible for participation in the pilot program under this section if the ,secretary finds that funds made available under subsection 7a7 would support-- 7#a7 electric aircraft operators at such airport1 or using such airport2 or 7#b7 electric aircraft operators planning to operate at such airport with an associated agreement in place4 7c7 ,sunset ,the pilot program established under subsection 7a7 shall terminate on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #gdf4 ,curb management practices ,nothing in this ,act shall be construed to prevent airports from-- 7#a7 engaging in curb management practices1 including determining and assigning curb designations and regulations2 7#b7 installing and maintaining upon any of the roadways or parts of roadways as many curb zones as necessary to aid in the regulation1 control1 and inspection of passenger loading and unloading2 or 7#c7 enforcing curb zones using sensor1 camera1 automated license plate recognition1 and software technologies and issuing citations by mail to the registered owner of the vehicle4 #gdg4 ,notice of funding opportunity ,notwithstanding part #bjj of title #b1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or any other provision of law1 funds made available as part of the ,airport ,improvement ,program under subchapter ,i of chapter #dga or chapter #dge of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall not be subject to any public notice of funding opportunity requirement4 #gdh4 ,runway safety projects ,in awarding grants under section #dgaae of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 for runway safety projects1 the ,administrator shall1 to the maximum extent practicable-- 7#a7 reduce unnecessary or undesirable project segmentation2 and 7#b7 complete the entire project in an expeditious manner4 #gdi4 ,airport diagram terminology 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall update ,airport ,diagram ,order ,,jo #giaj4d and any related advisory circulars1 policy1 and guidance to ensure the clear and consistent use of terms to delineate the types of parking available to general aviation pilots4 7b7 ,collaboration ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall collaborate with industry stakeholders1 commercial service airports1 and general aviation airports in-- 7#a7 facilitating basic standardization of general aviation parking terms2 7#b7 accounting for the majority of uses of general aviation parking terms2 and 7#c7 providing clarity for chart users4 7c7 ,,iac specifications ,the ,administrator shall encourage the ,interagency ,air ,committee to incorporate the terms developed pursuant to subsection 7a7 in publications produced by the ,committee4 #gej4 ,,gao study on fee transparency by fixed based operators 7a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study reviewing the efforts of fixed based operators to meet their commitments to improve the online transparency of prices and fees for all aircraft and enhancing the customer experience for general and business aviation users4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study described in subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general1 at a minimum1 should evaluate the fixed based operator industry commitment to ,know ,before ,you ,go best business practices including-- 7#a7 fixed based operators provisions for all general aviation and business aircraft types regarding a description of available services and a listing of applicable retail fuel prices1 fees1 and charges2 7#b7 the accessibility of fees and charges described in paragraph 7#a7 to aircraft operators on-line and in a user-friendly manner and with sufficient clarity that a pilot operating a particular aircraft type can determine what will be charged2 7#c7 efforts by fixed based operators to invite and encourage customers to contact them so that operators can ask questions1 know any options1 and make informed decisions2 and 7#d7 any practices imposed by an airport operator that prevent fixed based operators from fully disclosing fees and charges4 7c7 ,report required ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the review required under this section4 #gea4 ,minority and disadvantaged business participation ,section #aeg7;b77#b7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgaac note7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7,d7 ,publishing data ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall report on a publicly accessible website the uniform report of ,,dbe awards_/commitments and payments specified in part #bf of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and the uniform report of ,,acdbe ,participation for non-car rental and car rental concessions1 for each airport sponsor beginning with fiscal year #bjbe4 4 #geb4 ,prohibition on certain runway length requirements ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 the ,secretary may not require an airport to shorten the length or width of the runway1 apron1 or taxiway of the airport as a condition for the receipt of federal financial assistance if the airport directly supports a base of the ,united ,states ,air ,force or the ,air ,national ,guard at the airport1 regardless of the stationing of military aircraft4 #gec4 ,report on ,indo-,pacific airports ,the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,state1 shall submit to ,congress a report on airports of strategic importance in the ,indo-,pacific region that includes each of the following3 7#a7 ,an identification of airports and air routes critical to national security1 defense operations1 emergency response1 and continuity of government activities4 7#b7 ,an assessment of the economic impact and contribution of airports and air routes to national and regional economies4 7#c7 ,an evaluation of the connectivity and accessibility of airports and air routes1 including their importance in supporting domestic and international travel1 trade1 and tourism4 7#d7 ,an analysis of infrastructure and technological requirements necessary to maintain and enhance the strategic importance of identified airports and air routes4 7#e7 ,an identification of potential vulnerabilities1 risks1 and challenges faced by airports and air routes of strategic importance1 including cybersecurity threats and physical infrastructure vulnerabilities4 7#f7 ,any recommendations for improving the security1 resilience1 and efficiency of the identified airports and air routes1 including potential infrastructure investments and policy changes4 #ged4 ,,gao study on implementation of grants at certain airports ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on the implementation of grants provided to airports located in the ,republic of the ,marshall ,islands1 ,federated ,states of ,micronesia1 and ,republic of ,palau under section #dgaae7;i7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code and submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of such study4 #gee4 ,,gao study on transit access 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on transit access to airports and submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of such study4 7b7 ,contents ,in carrying out the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall review public transportation access to commercial service airports throughout the ,united ,states1 including accessibility and other potential barriers for individuals4 #gef4 ,banning municipal airport 7a7 ,in general ,the ,united ,states1 acting through the ,administrator1 shall release the ,city of ,banning1 ,california1 from all restrictions1 conditions1 and limitations on the use1 encumbrance1 conveyance1 and closure of the ,banning ,municipal ,airport1 as described in the most recent airport layout plan approved by the ,,faa1 to the extent such restrictions1 conditions1 and limitations are enforceable by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,conditions ,the release under subsection 7a7 shall not be executed before the ,city of ,banning1 ,california1 or its designee1 transfers to the ,united ,states ,government the following3 7#a7 ,a reimbursement for #aihc grant the ,city of ,banning1 ,california received from the ,,faa for the purchase of #bj acres of land1 at an amount equal to the fair market value for the highest and best use of the ,banning ,municipal ,airport property determined in good faith by #b independent and qualified real estate appraisers and an independent review appraiser on or after the date of the enactment of this ,act4 7#b7 ,an amount equal to the unamortized portion of any ,federal development grants other than land paid to the ,city of ,banning for use at the ,banning ,municipal ,airport1 which may be paid with1 and shall be an allowable use of1 airport revenue notwithstanding section #dgajg or #dgacc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#c7 ,for no consideration1 all airport and aviation-related equipment of the ,banning ,municipal ,airport owned by the ,city of ,banning and determined by the ,,faa or the ,department of ,transportation of the ,state of ,california to be salvageable for use at other airports4 7c7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the applicability of-- 7#a7 the requirements and processes under section #dfcai of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7#b7 the requirements under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq472 7#c7 the requirements and processes under part #aeg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 or 7#d7 the public notice requirements under section #dgajg7;h77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #geg4 ,disputed changes of sponsorship at federally obligated1 publicly owned airport 7a7 ,approval authority 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraph 7#b71 in the case of a disputed change of airport sponsorship1 the ,administrator shall have the sole legal authority to approve any change in the sponsorship of1 or operational responsibility for1 the airport from the airport sponsor of record to another public or private entity4 7#b7 ,exclusion ,this section shall not apply to a change of sponsorship or ownership of a privately-owned airport1 a transfer under the ,airport ,investment ,partnership ,program1 a change when the ,federal ,government exercises a right of reverter1 or a change that is not disputed4 7b7 ,conditions for approval 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraphs 7#b7 and 7#c71 the ,administrator shall not approve any disputed change of airport sponsorship unless the ,administrator receives-- 7,a7 written documentation from the airport sponsor of record consenting to the change in sponsorship or operation2 7,b7 notice of a final1 non-reviewable judicial decision requiring such change2 or 7,c7 notice of a legally-binding agreement between the parties involved4 7#b7 ,pending judicial review ,the ,administrator may not evaluate or approve a disputed change of airport sponsorship where a legal dispute is pending before a court of competent jurisdiction4 7#c7 ,technical assistance 7,a7 ,in general ,any ,state or local legislative body or public agency considering whether to take an action 7including by drafting legislation7 that would impact the ownership1 sponsorship1 governance1 or operations of a federally obligated1 publicly owned airport may request from the ,administrator1 at any point in the deliberative process-- 7i7 technical assistance regarding the interrelationship between ,federal and ,state or local requirements applicable to any such action2 and 7ii7 review and comment on such action4 7,b7 ,failure to seek technical assistance ,the ,administrator may deny a change in the ownership1 sponsorship1 or governance of1 or operational responsibility for1 a federally obligated1 publicly owned airport if a ,state or local legislative body or public agency does not seek technical assistance under subparagraph 7,a7 with respect to such change4 7c7 ,final decision authority ,in addition to the conditions outlined in subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall independently determine whether the proposed sponsor or operator is able to satisfy ,federal requirements for airport sponsorship or operation and shall ensure1 by requiring whatever terms and conditions the ,administrator determines necessary1 that any change in the ownership1 sponsorship1 or governance of1 or operational responsibility for1 a federally obligated1 publicly owned airport is consistent with existing ,federal law1 regulations1 existing grant assurances1 and ,federal land conveyance obligations4 7d7 ,definition of disputed change of airport sponsorship ,in this section1 the term disputed change of airport sponsorship means any action that seeks to change the ownership1 sponsorship1 or governance of1 or operational responsibility for1 a federally obligated1 publicly owned airport1 including any such change directed by judicial action or ,state or local legislative action1 where the airport sponsor of record initially does not consent to such change4 #geh4 ,procurement regulations applicable to ,,faa multimodal projects 7a7 ,in general ,any multimodal airport development project that uses grant funding from funds made available to the ,administrator to carry out subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 or airport infrastructure projects under the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 7,public ,law #aag-eh7 shall abide by the procurement regulations applicable to-- 7#a7 the ,,faa2 and 7#b7 subject to subsection 7b71 the component of the project relating to transit1 highway1 or rail1 respectively4 7b7 ,multiple component projects ,in the case of a multimodal airport development project described in subsection 7a7 that involves more than #a component described in paragraph 7#b7 of such subsection1 such project shall only be required to apply the procurement regulations applicable to the component where the greatest amount of ,federal financial assistance will be expended4 #gei4 ,buckeye #idj release of deed restrictions 7a7 ,purpose ,the purpose of this section is to authorize the ,secretary to issue a ,deed of ,release from all terms1 conditions1 reservations1 restrictions1 and obligations contained in the ,quitclaim ,deed and to permit the ,state of ,arizona to deposit all proceeds of the disposition of ,buckeye #idj in the appropriate fund for the benefit of the beneficiaries of the ,arizona ,state ,land ,trust4 7b7 ,release of any and all interest in ,buckeye #idj 7#a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 the ,united ,states1 acting through the ,secretary1 shall issue to the ,state of ,arizona a ,deed of ,release to release all terms1 conditions1 reservations1 restrictions1 and obligations contained in the ,quitclaim ,deed1 including any and all reversionary interest of the ,united ,states in ,buckeye #idj4 7#b7 ,terms and conditions ,the ,deed of ,release described in paragraph 7#a7 shall be subject to such additional terms and conditions1 consistent with such paragraph1 as the ,secretary considers appropriate to protect the interests of the ,united ,states4 7#c7 ,no restriction on use of proceeds ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 the ,state of ,arizona may dispose of ,buckeye #idj and any proceeds thereof1 including proceeds already collected by the ,state and held in a suspense account1 without regard to any restriction imposed by the ,quitclaim ,deed or by section #aee4g of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#d7 ,mineral reservation ,the ,deed of ,release described in paragraph 7#a7 shall include the release of all interests of the ,united ,states to the mineral rights on ,buckeye #idj included in the ,quitclaim ,deed4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,buckeye #idj ,the term ,buckeye #idj means all of section #ab1 ,t4#a ,n41 ,r4#c ,w4 and all of adjoining fractional section #g1 ,t4#a ,n41 ,r4#b ,w41 ,gila and ,salt ,river ,meridian1 ,arizona1 which property was the subject of the ,quitclaim ,deed between the ,united ,states and the ,state of ,arizona1 dated ,july #aa1 #aidi1 and which is currently owned by the ,state of ,arizona and held in trust for the beneficiaries of the ,arizona ,state ,land ,trust4 7#b7 ,quitclaim ,deed ,the term ,quitclaim ,deed means the ,quitclaim ,deed between the ,united ,states and the ,state of ,arizona1 dated ,july #aa1 #aidi4 #gfj4 ,washington1 ,,dc ,metropolitan ,area ,special ,flight ,rules ,area 7a7 ,submission of study to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security and the ,secretary of ,defense1 shall submit to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation and the ,committee on ,homeland ,security and ,governmental ,affairs of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure and the ,committee on ,homeland ,security of the ,house of ,representatives a study on the ,special ,flight ,rules ,area and the ,flight ,restricted ,zone under subpart ,v of part #ic of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,contents of study ,in carrying out the study under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall assess specific proposed changes to the ,special ,flight ,rules ,area and the ,flight ,restricted ,zone that will decrease operational impacts and improve general aviation access to airports in the ,national ,capital ,region that are currently impacted by the ,special ,flight ,rules ,area and the ,flight ,restricted ,zone4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall provide to the committees of ,congress described in subsection 7a7 a briefing on the feasibility 7including any associated costs7 of-- 7#a7 installing equipment that allows a pilot to communicate with air traffic control using a very high frequency radio for the purposes of receiving an instrument flight rules clearance1 activating a ,,dc ,,frz flight plan1 or activating a ,,dc ,,sfra flight plan 7as applicable7 at-- 7,a7 non-towered airports in the ,flight ,restricted ,zone2 and 7,b7 airports in the ,special ,flight ,rules ,area that do not have the communications equipment described in this paragraph2 7#b7 allowing a pilot approved by the ,transportation ,security ,administration in accordance with section #aefb4c of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to electronically file a ,,dc ,,frz flight plan or instrument flight rules flight plan that departs from1 or arrives at1 an airport in the ,flight ,restricted ,zone2 and 7#c7 allowing a pilot to electronically file a standard very high frequency radio flight plan that departs from1 or arrives at1 an airport in the ,special ,flight ,rules ,area or ,flight ,restricted ,zone4 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,,dc ,,frz flight plan2 ,,dc ,,sfra flight plan ,the terms ,,dc ,,frz flight plan and ,,dc ,,sfra flight plan have the meanings given such terms in section #ic4cce of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,standard ,,vfr flight plan ,the term standard ,,vfr flight plan means a ,,vfr flight plan 7as such term is described in section #ia4aec of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 that includes search and rescue services4 #gfa4 ,study on air cargo operations in ,puerto ,rico 7a7 ,in general ,no later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on air cargo operations in ,puerto ,rico4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall address the following3 7#a7 ,the economic impact of waivers authorized by the ,secretary related to air cargo operations in ,puerto ,rico4 7#b7 ,recommendations for security measures that may be necessary to support increased air cargo operations in ,puerto ,rico4 7#c7 ,potential need for additional staff to safely accommodate additional air cargo operations4 7#d7 ,airport infrastructure improvements that may be needed in the #c international airports located in ,puerto ,rico to support increased air cargo operations4 7#e7 ,alternatives to increase private stakeholder engagement and use of the #c international airports in ,puerto ,rico to attract increased air cargo operations4 7#f7 ,possible national benefits of increasing air cargo operations in ,puerto ,rico4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #ab months 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 described in subsection 7a74 #gfb4 ,progress reports on the national transition plan related to a fluorine-free firefighting foam 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and every #ahj days thereafter until the progress report termination date described in subsection 7c71 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency and the ,secretary of ,defense1 shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a progress report on the development and implementation of a national transition plan related to a fluorine-free firefighting foam that meets the performance standards referenced in chapter #f of the advisory circular of the ,,faa titled ,aircraft ,fire ,extinguishing ,agents1 issued on ,july #h1 #bjjd 7,advisory ,circular #aej_/ebaj-f;,d7 and is acceptable under section #aci4cai7l7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for use at part #aci airports4 7b7 ,required information ,each progress report under subsection 7a7 shall include the following3 7#a7 ,an assessment of the progress made by the ,,faa with respect to providing part #aci airports with-- 7,a7 guidance from the ,environmental ,protection ,agency on acceptable environmental limits relating to fluorine-free firefighting foam2 7,b7 guidance from the ,department of ,defense on the transition of the ,department of ,defense to a fluorine-free firefighting foam2 7,c7 best practices for the decontamination of existing aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles1 systems1 and other equipment used to deploy firefighting foam at part #aci airports2 and 7,d7 timelines for the release of policy and guidance relating to the development of implementation plans for part #aci airports to obtain approved military specification products and firefighting personnel training4 7#b7 ,a comprehensive list of the amount of aqueous film-forming firefighting foam at each part #aci airport as of the date of the submission of the progress report1 including the amount of such firefighting foam held in firefighting equipment and the number of gallons regularly kept in reserve at each such airport4 7#c7 ,an assessment of the progress made by the ,,faa with respect to providing airports that are not part #aci airports and local authorities with responsibility for inspection and oversight with guidance described in subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b7 of paragraph 7#a7 as such guidance relates to the use of fluorine-free firefighting foam at such airports4 7#d7 ,any other information that the ,administrator determines is appropriate4 7c7 ,progress report termination date ,the progress report termination date described in this subsection is the date on which the ,administrator notifies the appropriate committees of ,congress that development and implementation of the national transition plan described in subsection 7a7 is complete4 7d7 ,part #aci airport defined ,in this section1 the term part #aci airport means an airport certified under part #aci of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #gfc4 ,report on airport notifications ,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 the activities of the ,,faa with respect to-- 7#a7 collecting more accurate data in notices of construction1 alteration1 activation1 and deactivation of airports as required under part #aeg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#b7 making the database under part #aeg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 more accurate and useful for aircraft operators1 particularly for helicopter and rotary wing type aircraft operators4 #gfd4 ,study on competition and airport access ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on-- 7#a7 specific actions the ,secretary and the ,administrator1 using existing legal authority1 can take to expand access for lower cost passenger air carriers to capacity constrained airports in the ,united ,states1 including ,new ,york ,john ,f4 ,kennedy ,international ,airport1 ,la,guardia ,airport1 and ,newark ,liberty ,international ,airport2 and 7#b7 any additional legal authority the ,secretary and the ,administrator require in order to make additional slots at ,new ,york ,john ,f4 ,kennedy ,international ,airport and ,la,guardia ,airport and runway timings at ,newark ,liberty ,international ,airport available to lower cost passenger air carriers4 #gfe4 ,regional airport capacity study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate a study on the following3 7#a7 ,existing ,,faa policy and guidance that govern the siting of new airports or the transition of general aviation airports to commercial service4 7#b7 ,ways that existing regulations and policies could be streamlined to facilitate the development of new airport capacity1 particularly in high-demand air travel regions looking to invest in new airport capacity4 7#c7 ,whether ,federal funding sources 7existing as of the date of enactment of this ,act7 that are authorized by the ,secretary could be used for such purposes4 7#d7 ,whether such ,federal funding sources meet the needs of the national airspace system for adding new airport capacity outside of the commercial service airports in operation as of the date of enactment of this ,act4 7#e7 ,if such ,federal funding sources are determined by the ,administrator to be insufficient for the purposes described in this subsection1 an estimate of the funding gap4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #cj months 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 study conducted under subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7c7 ,guidance ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall1 if appropriate1 revise ,,faa guidance to incorporate the findings of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 to assist airports and ,state and local departments of transportation in increasing airport capacity to meet regional air travel demand4 #gff4 ,study on autonomous and electric-powered track systems 7a7 ,study ,the ,administrator may conduct a study to determine the feasibility and economic viability of autonomous or electric-powered track systems that-- 7#a7 are located underneath the pavement at an airport2 and 7#b7 allow a transport category aircraft to taxi without the use of the main engines of the aircraft4 7b7 ,briefing ,if the ,administrator conducts a study under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall provide a briefing to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of such study4 #gfg4 ,,pfas-related resources for airports 7a7 ,,pfas replacement program for airports ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 shall establish a program to reimburse sponsors of eligible airports for the reasonable and appropriate costs incurred after ,september #ab1 #bjbc1 and associated with any of the following3 7#a7 ,the one-time initial acquisition by the sponsor of an eligible airport of an approved fluorine-free firefighting agent under ,military ,specification ,,mil-,,pre-#cbgbe1 dated ,january #ab1 #bjbc1 in a quantity of-- 7,a7 the capacity of all required aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment listed in the most recent ,,faa-approved ,airport ,certification ,manual1 regardless of how the equipment was initially acquired2 and 7,b7 twice the quantity carried onboard each required truck available in the fire station for the eligible airport4 7#b7 ,the disposal of perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl products1 including fluorinated aqueous film-forming agents1 to the extent such disposal is necessary to facilitate the transition to such approved fluorine-free firefighting agent1 including aqueous film-forming agents currently in firefighting equipment and vehicles and any wastewater generated during the cleaning of firefighting equipment and vehicles4 7#c7 ,the cleaning or disposal of existing equipment or components thereof1 to the extent such cleaning or disposal is necessary to facilitate the transition to such approved fluorine-free firefighting agent4 7#d7 ,the acquisition of any equipment1 or components thereof1 necessary to facilitate the transition to such approved fluorine-free firefighting agent4 7#e7 ,the replacement of any aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment determined necessary to be replaced by the ,secretary4 7b7 ,distribution of funds 7#a7 ,grants to replace aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles 7,a7 ,in general ,of the amounts made available to carry out the ,,pfas replacement program1 the ,secretary shall reserve up to #cj1jjj1jjj to make grants to each eligible airport that is designated under part #aci as an ,index ,a airport and does not have existing capabilities to produce fluorine-free firefighting foam for the replacement of aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles4 7,b7 ,amount ,the maximum amount of a grant made under subparagraph 7,a7 may not exceed #b1jjj1jjj4 7#b7 ,remaining amounts 7,a7 ,determination of need ,with respect to the amount of firefighting foam concentrate required for foam production commensurate with applicable aircraft rescue and firefighting equipment required in accordance with the most recent ,,faa-approved ,airport ,certification ,manual1 the ,secretary shall determine-- 7i7 for each eligible airport1 the total amount of such concentrate required for all of the federally required aircraft rescue and firefighting vehicles that meet index requirements under part #aci1 in gallons2 and 7ii7 for all eligible airports1 the total amount of firefighting foam concentrate1 in gallons4 7,b7 ,determination of grant amounts ,the ,secretary shall make a grant to the sponsor of each eligible airport in an amount equal to the product of-- 7i7 the amount of funds made available to carry out this section that remain available after the ,secretary reserves the amount described in paragraph 7#a72 and 7ii7 the ratio of the amount determined under subparagraph 7,a77i7 for such eligible airport to the amount determined under subparagraph 7,a77ii74 7c7 ,program requirements 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall determine the eligibility of costs payable under the ,,pfas replacement program by taking into account all engineering1 technical1 and environmental protocols and generally accepted industry standards that are developed or established for approved fluorine-free firefighting foams4 7#b7 ,compliance with applicable law ,to be eligible for reimbursement under the program established under subsection 7a71 the sponsor of an eligible airport shall carry out all actions related to the acquisition1 disposal1 and transition to approved fluorine-free firefighting foams1 including the cleaning and disposal of equipment1 in full compliance with all applicable ,federal laws in effect at the time of obligation of a grant under this section4 7#c7 ,federal share ,the ,federal share of allowable costs under the ,,pfas replacement program shall be #ajj percent4 7d7 ,authorization of appropriations 7#a7 ,in general ,there is authorized to be appropriated not more than #cej1jjj1jjj to carry out the ,,pfas replacement program4 7#b7 ,requirements ,amounts made available to carry out the ,,pfas replacement program shall-- 7,a7 remain available for expenditure for a period of #e fiscal years2 and 7,b7 be available in addition to any other funding available for similar purposes under any other ,federal1 ,state1 local1 or ,tribal program4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,eligible airport ,the term eligible airport means an airport holding an ,airport ,operating ,certificate issued under part #aci4 7#b7 ,part #aci ,the term part #aci means part #aci of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,,pfas replacement program ,the term ,,pfas replacement program means the program established under subsection 7a74 #gfh4 ,limitation on certain rolling stock procurements 7a7 ,in general ,section #ejaja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking 7except section #dgabg7 each place it appears2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7d7 ,limitation on certain rolling stock procurements 7#a7 ,in general ,financial assistance made available under the provisions described in subsection 7a7 shall not be used in awarding a contract or subcontract to an entity on or after the date of enactment of this subsection for the procurement of rolling stock for use in an airport-related project if the manufacturer of the rolling stock-- 7,a7 is incorporated in or has manufacturing facilities in the ,united ,states2 and 7,b7 is owned or controlled by1 is a subsidiary of1 or is otherwise related legally or financially to a corporation based in a country that-- 7i7 is identified as a nonmarket economy country 7as defined in section #gga7ah7 of the ,tariff ,act of #aicj 7#ai ,u4,s4,c4 #afgg7ah777 as of the date of enactment of this subsection2 7ii7 was identified by the ,united ,states ,trade ,representative in the most recent report required by section #ahb of the ,trade ,act of #aigd 7#ai ,u4,s4,c4 #bbdb7 as a foreign country included on the priority watch list defined in subsection 7g77#c7 of that section2 and 7iii7 is subject to monitoring by the ,trade ,representative under section #cjf of the ,trade ,act of #aigd 7#ai ,u4,s4,c4 #bdaf74 7#b7 ,exception 7,a7 ,in general ,for purposes of paragraph 7#a71 the term otherwise related legally or financially does not include-- 7i7 a minority relationship or investment2 or 7ii7 relationship with or investment in a subsidiary1 joint venture1 or other entity based in a country described in paragraph 7#a77;,b7 that does not export rolling stock or components of rolling stock for use in the ,united ,states4 7,b7 ,corporation based in people's republic of china ,notwithstanding subparagraph 7,a77i71 for purposes of paragraph 7#a71 the term otherwise related legally or financially includes a minority relationship or investment if the relationship or investment involves a corporation based in the ,people's ,republic of ,china4 7#c7 ,international agreements ,this subsection shall be applied in a manner consistent with the obligations of the ,united ,states under international agreements4 7#d7 ,waiver 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may waive the limitation described in paragraph 7#a7 using the criteria described in subsection 7b74 7,b7 ,notification ,not later than #aj days after issuing a waiver under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall notify the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendments 7#a7 ,restricting contract awards because of discrimination against ,united ,states goods or services ,section #ejajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking 7except section #dgabg74 7#b7 ,restriction on airport projects using products or services of foreign countries denying fair market opportunities ,section #ejajd7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking 7except section #dgabg74 7#c7 ,fraudulent use of made in ,america label ,section #ejaje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking 7except section #dgabg74 #gfi4 ,maintaining safe fire and rescue staffing levels 7a7 ,update to regulation ,the ,administrator shall update the regulations contained in section #aci4cai of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to ensure that paragraph 7#d7 of such section provides that at least #a individual maintains certification at the emergency medical technician basic level1 or higher1 at a small1 medium1 or large hub airport4 7b7 ,staffing review ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall conduct a review of airport environments and related regulations to evaluate sufficient staffing levels necessary for firefighting1 rescue1 and emergency medical services and response at airports certified under part #aci of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after completing the review under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the review4 #ggj4 ,grant assurances 7a7 ,general written assurances ,section #dgajg7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#bj7 by striking and at the end2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#ba7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#bb7 the airport owner or operator may not restrict or prohibit the sale or self-fueling of any #ajj-octane low lead aviation gasoline for purchase or use by operators of general aviation aircraft if such aviation gasoline was available at such airport at any time during calendar year #bjbb1 until the earlier of-- 7,a7 ,december #ca1 #bjcj2 or 7,b7 the date on which the airport or any retail fuel seller at such airport makes available an unleaded aviation gasoline that-- 7i7 has been authorized for use by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration as a replacement for #ajj-octane low lead aviation gasoline for use in nearly all piston-engine aircraft and engine models2 and 7ii7 meets either an industry consensus standard or other standard that facilitates the safe use1 production1 and distribution of such unleaded aviation gasoline1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 4 7b7 ,civil penalties for grant assurances violations ,section #dfcja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a77;,a7 by inserting section #dgajg7;a77#bb7 7including any assurance made under such section71 after chapter #dea12 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#h7 ,failure to continue offering aviation fuel ,notwithstanding paragraph 7#a71 the maximum civil penalty for a violation of section #dgajg7;a77#bb7 7including any assurance made under such section7 committed by a person1 including if the person is an individual or a small business concern1 shall be #e1jjj for each day that the person is in violation of that section4 4 #gga4 ,aviation fuel in ,alaska 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,prohibition on restriction of fuel usage or availability ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration and the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency shall not restrict the continued use or availability of #ajj-octane low lead aviation gasoline in the ,state of ,alaska until the earlier of-- 7,a7 ,december #ca1 #bjcb2 or 7,b7 #f months after the date on which the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration finds that an unleaded aviation fuel is widely commercially available at airports throughout the ,state of ,alaska that-- 7i7 has been authorized for use by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration as a replacement for #ajj-octane low lead aviation gasoline2 and 7ii7 meets either an industry consensus standard or other standard that facilitates and ensures the safe use1 production1 and distribution of such unleaded aviation fuel4 7#b7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall limit the authority of the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration or the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency to address the endangerment to public health and welfare posed by lead emissions-- 7,a7 in the ,united ,states outside of the ,state of ,alaska2 or 7,b7 within the ,state of ,alaska after the date specified in paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,,gao report on transitioning to unleaded aviation fuel in the ,state of ,alaska 7#a7 ,evaluation ,the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states shall conduct an evaluation of the following3 7,a7 ,the aircraft1 routes1 and supply chains in the ,state of ,alaska utilizing leaded aviation gasoline1 including identification of remote and rural communities that rely upon leaded aviation gasoline4 7,b7 ,the estimated costs and benefits of transitioning aircraft and the supply chain in the ,state of ,alaska to aviation fuel that meets the requirements described in clauses 7i7 and 7ii7 of section #dgajg7;a77#bb77;,b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by section #ggj1 including direct costs of new aircraft and equipment and indirect costs1 including transportation from refineries to markets1 foreign imports1 and changes in leaded aviation gasoline prices as a result of reduced supply4 7,c7 ,the programs of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 and other government agencies that can be utilized to assist individuals1 communities1 industries1 and the ,state of ,alaska with the costs described in subparagraph 7,b74 7,d7 ,a reasonable time frame to permit any limitation on #ajj-octane low-lead aviation gasoline in the ,state of ,alaska4 7,e7 ,other logistical considerations associated with the transition described in subparagraph 7,b74 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit a report containing the results of the evaluation conducted under paragraph 7#a7 to-- 7,a7 the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate2 7,b7 the ,committee on ,environment and ,public ,works of the ,senate2 7,c7 the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives2 and 7,d7 the ,committee on ,energy and ,commerce of the ,house of ,representatives4 #ggb4 ,application of amendments ,the amendments to the ,airport ,improvement ,program apportionment and discretionary formulas under chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 made by this ,act 7except as they relate to the extension of provisions or authorities expiring on ,may #aj1 #bjbd1 or ,may #aa1 #bjbd7 shall not apply in a fiscal year beginning before the date of enactment of this ,act4 #ggc4 ,prohibition on use of amounts to process or administer any application for the joint use of ,homestead ,air ,reserve ,base with civil aviation ,no amounts appropriated or otherwise made available to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration for fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh may be used to process or administer any application for the joint use of ,homestead ,air ,reserve ,base1 ,homestead1 ,florida1 by the ,air ,force and civil aircraft4 #ggd4 ,universal changing station 7a7 ,grant assurances ,section #dgajg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #gdc7;b77#b71 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7y7 ,universal changing station 7#a7 ,in general ,in fiscal year #bjcj and each fiscal year thereafter1 the ,secretary of ,transportation may approve an application under this subchapter for an airport development project grant only if the ,secretary receives written assurances that the airport owner or operator will install or maintain 7in compliance with the requirements of section #ce4acc of title #bh1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations71 as applicable-- 7,a7 at least #a private1 single-use room with a universal changing station that-- 7i7 meets the standards established under paragraph 7#b77;,a72 and 7ii7 is accessible to all individuals for purposes of use by an individual with a disability in each passenger terminal building of the airport2 and 7,b7 signage at or near the entrance to the changing station indicating the location of the changing station4 7#b7 ,standards required ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,united ,states ,access ,board shall-- 7,a7 establish-- 7i7 comprehensive accessible design standards for universal changing tables2 and 7ii7 standards on the privacy1 accessibility1 and sanitation equipment of the room in which such table is located1 required to be installed1 or maintained under this subsection2 and 7,b7 in establishing the standards under subparagraph 7,a71 consult with entities with appropriate expertise relating to the use of universal changing stations used by individuals with disabilities4 7#c7 ,applicability 7,a7 ,airport size ,the requirement in paragraph 7#a7 shall only apply to applications submitted by the airport sponsor of a medium or large hub airport4 7,b7 ,special rule ,the requirement in paragraph 7#a7 shall not apply with respect to a project grant application for a period of time1 determined by the ,secretary1 if the ,secretary determines that construction or maintenance activities make it impracticable or unsafe for the universal changing station to be located in the sterile area of the building4 7#d7 ,exception ,upon application by an airport sponsor1 the ,secretary may determine that a universal changing station in existence before the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 complies with the requirements of paragraph 7#a7 7including the standards established under paragraph 7#b77;,a771 notwithstanding the absence of #a or more of the standards or characteristics required under such paragraph4 7#e7 ,definition ,in this section3 7,a7 ,disability ,the term disability has the meaning given that term in section #c of the ,americans with ,disabilities ,act of #aiij 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #abajb74 7,b7 ,sterile area ,the term sterile area has the same meaning given that term in section #aedj4e of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7,c7 ,universal changing station ,the term universal changing station means a universal or adult changing station that meets the standards established by the ,united ,states ,access ,board under paragraph 7#b77;,a74 7,d7 ,united ,states ,access ,board ,the term ,united ,states ,access ,board means the ,architectural and ,transportation ,barriers ,compliance ,board established under section #ejb7;a77#a7 of the ,rehabilitation ,act of #aigc 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gib7;a77#a774 4 7b7 ,terminal development costs ,section #dgaai7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 ,universal changing stations ,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 universal changing station 7as defined in section #dgajg7y77 at a commercial service airport4 4 #ggd;,a4 ,airport human trafficking prevention grants 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish a grant program to provide grants to airports described in subsection 7b77#a7 to address human trafficking awareness1 education1 and prevention efforts1 including by-- 7#a7 coordinating human trafficking prevention efforts across multimodal transportation operations within a community2 and 7#b7 accomplishing the best practices and recommendations provided by the ,department of ,transportation ,advisory ,committee on ,human ,trafficking4 7b7 ,distribution 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall distribute amounts made available for grants under this section to-- 7,a7 the #ge airports in the ,united ,states with the highest number of passenger enplanements annually1 based on the most recent data available2 and 7,b7 as the ,secretary determines to be appropriate1 an airport not described in subparagraph 7,a7 that serves an area with a high prevalence of human trafficking1 on application of the airport4 7#b7 ,priority2 considerations ,in distributing amounts made available for grants under this section1 the ,secretary shall-- 7,a7 give priority in grant amounts to airports referred to in paragraph 7#a7 that serve regions with a higher prevalence of human trafficking2 and 7,b7 take into consideration the effect the amounts would have on surrounding areas4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in distributing amounts made available for grants under this section1 the ,secretary shall consult with the ,department of ,transportation ,advisory ,committee on ,human ,trafficking in determining the amounts to be distributed to each grant recipient to ensure the best use of the funds4 7c7 ,authorization of appropriations ,there is authorized to be appropriated to the ,secretary to carry out this section #aj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh4 #ggd;,b4 ,study on improvements for certain nonhub airports 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on the challenges faced by nonhub airports not designated as essential air service communities and recommend ways to help secure and retain flight schedules using existing ,federal programs1 such as the ,small ,community ,air ,service ,development program4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 including recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 ,b ,passenger ,facility ,charges #gge4 ,additional permitted uses of passenger facility charge revenue ,section #djaag7;a77#c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7,h7 ,a project at a small hub airport for a noise barrier where the day-night average sound level from commercial1 general aviation1 or cargo operations is expected to exceed #ee decibels as a result of new airport development4 7,i7 ,a project for the replacement of existing workspace elements 7including any associated in-kind facility or equipment within or immediately adjacent to a terminal development or renovation project at such airport7 related to the relocation of a ,federal agency on airport grounds due to such terminal development or renovation project for which development costs are eligible costs under this section4 4 #ggf4 ,passenger facility charge streamlining 7a7 ,in general ,section #djaag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 by striking ,the ,secretary and inserting ,except as provided under subsection 7l71 the ,secretary2 and 7ii7 by striking #a1 #b1 or #c and inserting #a1 #b1 #c1 #d1 or #d4ej2 7,b7 by striking paragraph 7#d72 7,c7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#e7 through 7#g7 as paragraphs 7#d7 through 7#f71 respectively2 7,d7 in paragraph 7#e71 as so redesignated-- 7i7 by striking paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#d7 and inserting paragraph 7#a72 and 7ii7 by striking paragraph 7#a7 or 7#d7 and inserting paragraph 7#a72 and 7,e7 in paragraph 7#f77;,a71 as so redesignated-- 7i7 by striking paragraphs 7#a71 7#d71 and 7#f7 and inserting paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#e72 and 7ii7 by striking paragraph 7#a7 or 7#d7 and inserting paragraph 7#a72 7#b7 in subsection 7e77#a7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by inserting or a passenger facility charge imposition is authorized under subsection 7l7 after of this section2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by inserting reasonable after subject to2 and 7#c7 in subsection 7l7-- 7,a7 in the subsection heading1 by striking ,pilot ,program for ,passenger ,facility ,charge ,authorizations and inserting ,passenger facility charge streamlining2 7,b7 by striking paragraph 7#a7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,in general 7,a7 ,regulations ,the ,secretary shall prescribe regulations to streamline the process for authorizing eligible agencies for airports to impose passenger facility charges4 7,b7 ,passenger facility charge ,an eligible agency may impose a passenger facility charge of #a1 #b1 #c1 #d1 or #d4ej in accordance with the provisions of this subsection instead of using the procedures otherwise provided in this section4 2 7,c7 by striking paragraph 7#d7 and inserting the following3 7#d7 ,acknowledgment of receipt and indication of objection 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall acknowledge receipt of the notice and indicate any objection to the imposition of a passenger facility charge under this subsection for any project identified in the notice within #fj days after receipt of the eligible agency's notice4 7,b7 ,prohibited objection ,the ,secretary may not object to an eligible airport-related project that received ,federal financial assistance for airport development1 terminal development1 airport planning1 or for the purposes of noise compatibility1 if the ,federal financial assistance and passenger facility charge collection 7including interest and other returns on the revenue7 do not exceed the total cost of the project4 7,c7 ,allowed objection ,the ,secretary may only object to the imposition of a passenger facility charge under this subsection for a project that-- 7i7 establishes significant policy precedent2 7ii7 raises significant legal issues2 7iii7 garners significant controversy1 as evidenced by significant opposition to the proposed action by the applicant or other airport authorities1 airport users1 governmental agencies1 elected officials1 or communities2 7iv7 raises significant revenue diversion1 airport noise1 or access issues1 including compliance with section #dgaaa7;e7 or subchapter ,,ii of chapter #dge2 7v7 includes multimodal components2 or 7vi7 serves no aeronautical purpose4 2 7,d7 by striking paragraph 7#f72 and 7,e7 by redesignating paragraph 7#g7 as paragraph 7#f74 7b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate a rulemaking to implement the amendments made by subsection 7a74 7c7 ,interim guidance ,the interim guidance established in the memorandum of the ,,faa titled ,,pfc #gc-bj4 ,streamlined ,procedures for ,passenger ,facility ,charge 7,,pfc7 ,authorizations at ,small-1 ,medium-1 and ,large-,hub ,airports1 issued on ,january #bb1 #bjbj1 including any modification to such guidance necessary to conform with the amendments made by subsection 7a71 shall remain in effect until the effective date of the final rule issued under subsection 7b74 ,c ,noise ,and ,environmental ,programs ,and ,streamlining #gha4 ,streamlining consultation process ,section #dgaja7;h7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking shall and inserting may4 #ghb4 ,repeal of burdensome emissions credit requirements ,section #dgaci of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 by striking airport sponsors receive and inserting airport sponsors may receive2 7ii7 by striking carrying out projects and inserting carrying out projects1 including projects2 and 7iii7 by striking conditions and inserting considerations2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7i7 by striking airport sponsor and inserting airport sponsor1 including for an airport outside of a nonattainment area or maintenance area12 7ii7 by striking only2 7iii7 by striking or as offsets and inserting 1 as offsets2 and 7iv7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 1 or as part of a ,state implementation plan42 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b72 and 7#c7 by redesignating subsection 7c7 as subsection 7b74 #ghc4 ,expedited environmental review and one ,federal decision ,section #dgaga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 by striking develop and2 and 7ii7 by striking projects at congested airports and all that follows through aviation security projects and inserting projects1 terminal development projects1 general aviation airport construction or improvement projects1 and aviation safety projects2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking better and inserting streamlined2 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,aviation projects subject to a streamlined environmental review process 7#a7 ,in general ,any airport capacity enhancement project1 terminal development project1 or general aviation airport construction or improvement project shall be subject to the coordinated and expedited environmental review process requirements set forth in this section4 7#b7 ,project designation criteria 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary may designate an aviation safety project for priority environmental review4 7,b7 ,requirements ,a designated project shall be subject to the coordinated and expedited environmental review process requirements set forth in this section4 7,c7 ,guidelines 7i7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish guidelines for the designation of an aviation safety project or aviation security project for priority environmental review4 7ii7 ,consideration ,guidelines established under clause 7i7 shall provide for consideration of-- 7,i7 the importance or urgency of the project2 7,,ii7 the potential for undertaking the environmental review under existing emergency procedures under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq472 7,,iii7 the need for cooperation and concurrent reviews by other ,federal or ,state agencies2 and 7,,iv7 the prospect for undue delay if the project is not designated for priority review4 2 7#c7 in subsection 7c7 by striking an airport capacity enhancement project at a congested airport or a project designated under subsection 7b77#c7 and inserting a project described or designated under subsection 7b72 7#d7 in subsection 7d7 by striking each airport capacity enhancement project at a congested airport or a project designated under subsection 7b77#c7 and inserting a project described or designated under subsection 7b72 7#e7 in subsection 7h7 by striking designated under subsection 7b77#c7 and all that follows through congested airports and inserting described in subsection 7b77#a72 7#f7 in subsection 7j7-- 7,a7 by striking ,for any and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,in general ,for any 2 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#b7 ,deadline ,the ,secretary shall define the purpose and need of a project not later than #de days after-- 7,a7 the submission of the appropriately completed proposed purpose and need description of the airport sponsor2 and 7,b7 any appropriately completed proposed revision to a development project that affects the purpose and need description previously prepared or accepted by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7#c7 ,assistance ,the ,secretary shall provide all airport sponsors with technical assistance in drafting purpose and need statements and necessary supporting documentation for projects involving ,federal approvals from more than #a ,federal agency4 2 7#g7 in subsection 7k7-- 7,a7 by striking an airport capacity enhancement project at a congested airport or a project designated under subsection 7b77#c7 and inserting a project described or designated under subsection 7b72 7,b7 by striking project shall consider and inserting the following3 project shall-- 7#a7 consider 2 7,c7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,d7 by adding at the end the following3 7#b7 limit the comments of the agency to-- 7,a7 subject matter areas within the special expertise of the agency2 and 7,b7 changes necessary to ensure the agency is carrying out the obligations of that agency under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 and other applicable law4 2 7#h7 in subsection 7l7 by striking the period at the end and inserting and section #aejc of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations42 and 7#i7 by striking subsection 7m7 and inserting the following3 7m7 ,coordination and schedule 7#a7 ,coordination plan 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of publication of a notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement or the initiation of an environmental assessment1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish a plan for coordinating public and agency participation in and comment on the environmental review process for a project described or designated under subsection 7b74 ,the coordination plan may be incorporated into a memorandum of understanding4 7,b7 ,cloud-based1 interactive digital platforms ,the ,secretary is encouraged to utilize cloud-based1 interactive digital platforms to meet community engagement and agency coordination requirements under subparagraph 7,a74 7,c7 ,schedule 7i7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish as part of such coordination plan1 after consultation with and the concurrence of each participating agency for the project and with the ,state in which the project is located 7and1 if the ,state is not the project sponsor1 with the project sponsor71 a schedule for-- 7,i7 interim milestones and deadlines for agency activities necessary to complete the environmental review2 and 7,,ii7 completion of the environmental review process for the project4 7ii7 ,factors for consideration ,in establishing the schedule under clause 7i71 the ,secretary shall consider factors such as-- 7,i7 the responsibilities of participating agencies under applicable laws2 7,,ii7 resources available to the cooperating agencies2 7,,iii7 overall size and complexity of the project2 7,,iv7 the overall time required by an agency to conduct an environmental review and make decisions under applicable ,federal law relating to a project 7including the issuance or denial of a permit or license7 and the cost of the project2 and 7,v7 the sensitivity of the natural and historic resources that could be affected by the project4 7iii7 ,maximum project schedule ,to the maximum extent practicable and consistent with applicable ,federal law1 the ,secretary shall develop1 in concurrence with the project sponsor1 a maximum schedule for the project described or designated under subsection 7b7 that is not more than #b years for the completion of the environmental review process for such projects1 as measured from1 as applicable1 the date of publication of a notice of intent to prepare an environmental impact statement to the record of decision4 7iv7 ,dispute resolution 7,i7 ,in general ,any issue or dispute that arises between the ,secretary and participating agencies 7or amongst participating agencies7 during the environmental review process shall be addressed expeditiously to avoid delay4 7,,ii7 ,responsibilities ,the ,secretary and participating agencies shall-- 7aa7 implement the requirements of this section consistent with any dispute resolution process established in an applicable law1 regulation1 or legally binding agreement to the maximum extent permitted by law2 and 7bb7 seek to resolve issues or disputes at the earliest possible time at the project level through agency employees who have day-to-day involvement in the project4 7,,iii7 ,secretary responsibilities 7aa7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall make information available to each cooperating and participating agency and project sponsor as early as practicable in the environmental review regarding the environmental1 historic1 and socioeconomic resources located within the project area and the general locations of the alternatives under consideration4 7bb7 ,sources of information ,the information described in item 7aa7 may be based on existing data sources1 including geographic information systems mapping4 7,,iv7 ,cooperating and participating agency responsibilities ,each cooperating and participating agency shall-- 7aa7 identify1 as early as practicable1 any issues of concern regarding any potential environmental impacts of the project1 including any issues that could substantially delay or prevent an agency from completing any environmental review or authorization required for the project2 and 7bb7 communicate any issues described in item 7aa7 to the project sponsor4 7,v7 ,elevation for missed milestone ,if a dispute between the ,secretary and participating agencies 7or amongst participating agencies7 causes a milestone to be missed or extended1 or the ,secretary anticipates that a permitting timetable milestone will be missed or will need to be extended1 the dispute shall be elevated to an official designated by the relevant agency for resolution4 ,the elevation of a dispute shall take place as soon as practicable after the ,secretary becomes aware of the dispute or potential missed milestone4 7,,vi7 ,exception ,disputes that do not impact the ability of an agency to meet a milestone may be elevated as appropriate4 7,,vii7 ,further evaluation ,if a resolution has not been reached at the end of the #cj-;day period after a relevant milestone date or extension date after a dispute has been elevated to the designated official1 the relevant agencies shall elevate the dispute to senior agency leadership for resolution4 7,d7 ,consistency with other time periods ,a schedule under subparagraph 7,c7 shall be consistent with any other relevant time periods established under ,federal law4 7,e7 ,modification 7i7 ,in general ,except as provided in clause 7ii71 the ,secretary may lengthen or shorten a schedule established under subparagraph 7,c7 for good cause4 ,the ,secretary may consider a decision by the project sponsor to change1 modify1 expand1 or reduce the scope of a project as good cause for purposes of this clause4 7ii7 ,limitations 7,i7 ,lengthened schedule ,the ,secretary may lengthen a schedule under clause 7i7 for a cooperating ,federal agency by not more than #a year after the latest deadline established for the project described or designated under subsection 7b7 by the ,secretary4 7,,ii7 ,shortened schedule ,the ,secretary may not shorten a schedule under clause 7i7 if doing so would impair the ability of a cooperating ,federal agency to conduct necessary analyses or otherwise carry out relevant obligations of the ,federal agency for the project4 7,f7 ,failure to meet deadline ,if a cooperating ,federal agency fails to meet a deadline established under subparagraph 7,d77ii77,i7-- 7i7 the cooperating ,federal agency shall1 not later than #aj days after failing to meet the deadline1 submit to the ,secretary a report that describes the reasons why the deadline was not met2 and 7ii7 the ,secretary shall-- 7,i7 submit to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate a copy of the report under clause 7i72 and 7,,ii7 make the report under clause 7i7 publicly available on a website of the ,department of ,transportation4 7,g7 ,dissemination ,a copy of a schedule under subparagraph 7,c71 and of any modifications to the schedule under subparagraph 7,e71 shall be-- 7i7 provided to all participating agencies and to the ,state department of transportation of the ,state in which the project is located 7and1 if the ,state is not the project sponsor1 to the project sponsor72 and 7ii7 made available to the public4 7#b7 ,comment deadlines ,the ,secretary shall establish the following deadlines for comment during the environmental review process for a project3 7,a7 ,for comments by agencies and the public on a draft environmental impact statement1 a period of not more than #fj days after publication in the ,federal ,register of notice of the date of public availability of such statement1 unless-- 7i7 a different deadline is established by agreement of the lead agency1 the project sponsor1 and all participating agencies2 or 7ii7 the deadline is extended by the lead agency for good cause4 7,b7 ,for all other comment periods established by the lead agency for agency or public comments in the environmental review process1 a period of not more than #de days from availability of the materials on which comment is requested1 unless-- 7i7 a different deadline is established by agreement of the ,secretary1 the project sponsor1 and all participating agencies2 or 7ii7 the deadline is extended by the lead agency for good cause4 7#c7 ,deadlines for decisions under other laws ,in any case in which a decision under any ,federal law relating to a project described or designated under subsection 7b7 7including the issuance or denial of a permit or license7 is required to be made by the later of the date that is #ahj days after the date on which the ,secretary made all final decisions of the lead agency with respect to the project or #ahj days after the date on which an application was submitted for the permit or license1 the ,secretary shall submit to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and publish on a website of the ,department of ,transportation-- 7,a7 as soon as practicable after the #ahj-;day period1 an initial notice of the failure of the ,federal agency to make the decision2 and 7,b7 every #fj days thereafter until such date as all decisions of the ,federal agency relating to the project have been made by the ,federal agency1 an additional notice that describes the number of decisions of the ,federal agency that remain outstanding as of the date of the additional notice4 7#d7 ,involvement of the public ,nothing in this subsection shall reduce any time period provided for public comment in the environmental review process under existing ,federal law1 including a regulation4 7n7 ,concurrent reviews and single ,,nepa document 7#a7 ,concurrent reviews ,each participating agency and cooperating agency under the expedited and coordinated environmental review process established under this section shall-- 7,a7 carry out the obligations of such agency under other applicable law concurrently1 and in conjunction1 with the review required under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq471 unless doing so would impair the ability of such agency to conduct needed analysis or otherwise carry out such obligations2 and 7,b7 formulate and implement administrative1 policy1 and procedural mechanisms to enable the agency to ensure completion of the environmental review process in a timely1 coordinated1 and environmentally responsible manner4 7#b7 ,single ,,nepa document 7,a7 ,in general ,to the maximum extent practicable and consistent with ,federal law1 all ,federal permits and reviews for a project shall rely on a single environmental document prepared under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 under the leadership of the ,secretary4 7,b7 ,use of document 7i7 ,in general ,to the maximum extent practicable1 the ,secretary shall develop an environmental document sufficient to satisfy the requirements for any ,federal approval or other ,federal action required for the project1 including permits issued by other ,federal agencies4 7ii7 ,cooperation of participating agencies ,in carrying out this subparagraph1 other participating agencies shall cooperate with the lead agency and provide timely information4 7,c7 ,treatment as participating and cooperating agencies ,a ,federal agency required to make an approval or take an action for a project1 as described in this paragraph1 shall work with the ,secretary to ensure that the agency making the approval or taking the action is treated as being both a participating and cooperating agency for the project4 7,d7 ,exceptions ,the ,secretary may waive the application of subparagraph 7,a7 with respect to a project if-- 7i7 the project sponsor requests that agencies issue separate environmental documents2 7ii7 the obligations of a cooperating agency or participating agency under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 have already been satisfied with respect to the project2 or 7iii7 the ,secretary determines that reliance on a single environmental document 7as described in subparagraph 7,a77 would not facilitate timely completion of the environmental review process for the project4 7#c7 ,participating agency responsibilities ,an agency participating in the expedited and coordinated environmental review process under this section shall-- 7,a7 provide comments1 responses1 studies1 or methodologies on areas within the special expertise or jurisdiction of the agency2 and 7,b7 use the process to address any environmental issues of concern to the agency4 7o7 ,environmental impact statement 7#a7 ,in general ,in preparing a final environmental impact statement under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 for a project described or designated under subsection 7b71 if the ,secretary modifies the statement in response to comments that are minor and are confined to factual corrections or explanations of why the comments do not warrant additional agency response1 the ,secretary may write on errata sheets attached to the statement instead of rewriting the draft statement1 subject to the condition that the errata sheets-- 7,a7 cite the sources1 authorities1 and reasons that support the position of the agency2 and 7,b7 if appropriate1 indicate the circumstances that would trigger agency reappraisal or further response4 7#b7 ,single document ,to the maximum extent practicable1 for a project subject to a coordinated review process under this section1 the ,secretary shall expeditiously develop a single document that consists of a final environmental impact statement and a record of decision1 unless-- 7,a7 the final environmental impact statement or record of decision makes substantial changes to the project that are relevant to environmental or safety concerns2 or 7,b7 there is a significant new circumstance or information relevant to environmental concerns that bears on the proposed action or the environmental impacts of the proposed action4 7#c7 ,length of environmental document 7,a7 ,in general ,except as provided in subparagraph 7,b71 an environmental impact statement shall not exceed #aej pages1 not including any citations or appendices4 7,b7 ,extraordinary complexity ,an environmental impact statement for a proposed agency action of extraordinary complexity shall not exceed #cjj pages1 not including any citations or appendices4 7p7 ,integration of planning and environmental review 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraph 7#e7 and to the maximum extent practicable and appropriate1 the following agencies may adopt or incorporate by reference1 and use a planning product in proceedings relating to1 any class of action in the environmental review process of a project described or designated under subsection 7b73 7,a7 ,the lead agency for a project1 with respect to an environmental impact statement1 environmental assessment1 categorical exclusion1 or other document prepared under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq474 7,b7 ,a cooperating agency with responsibility under ,federal law with respect to the process for and completion of any environmental permit1 approval1 review1 or study required for a project under any ,federal law other than the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq471 if consistent with such ,act4 7#b7 ,identification ,if a lead or cooperating agency makes a determination to adopt or incorporate by reference and use a planning product under paragraph 7#a71 such agency shall identify the agencies that participated in the development of the planning products4 7#c7 ,adoption or incorporation by reference of planning products ,such agency may-- 7,a7 adopt or incorporate by reference an entire planning product under paragraph 7#a72 or 7,b7 select portions of a planning project under paragraph 7#a7 for adoption or incorporation by reference4 7#d7 ,timing ,the adoption or incorporation by reference of a planning product under paragraph 7#a7 may-- 7,a7 be made at the time the lead and cooperating agencies decide the appropriate scope of environmental review for the project2 or 7,b7 occur later in the environmental review process1 as appropriate4 7#e7 ,conditions ,such agency in the environmental review process may adopt or incorporate by reference a planning product under this section if such agency determines1 with the concurrence of the lead agency1 if appropriate1 and1 if the planning product is necessary for a cooperating agency to issue a permit1 review1 or approval for the project1 with the concurrence of the cooperating agency1 if appropriate1 that the following conditions have been met3 7,a7 ,the planning product was developed through a planning process conducted pursuant to applicable ,federal law4 7,b7 ,the planning product was developed in consultation with appropriate ,federal and ,state resource agencies and ,indian ,tribes4 7,c7 ,the planning process included broad multidisciplinary consideration of systems-level or corridor-wide transportation needs and potential effects1 including effects on the human and natural environment4 7,d7 ,the planning process included public notice that the planning products produced in the planning process may be adopted during any subsequent environmental review process in accordance with this section4 7,e7 ,during the environmental review process1 the such agency has-- 7i7 made the planning documents available for public review and comment by members of the general public and ,federal1 ,state1 local1 and ,tribal governments that may have an interest in the proposed project2 7ii7 provided notice of the intention of the such agency to adopt or incorporate by reference the planning product2 and 7iii7 considered any resulting comments4 7,f7 ,there is no significant new information or new circumstance that has a reasonable likelihood of affecting the continued validity or appropriateness of the planning product or portions thereof4 7,g7 ,the planning product has a rational basis and is based on reliable and reasonably current data and reasonable and scientifically acceptable methodologies4 7,h7 ,the planning product is documented in sufficient detail to support the decision or the results of the analysis and to meet requirements for use of the information in the environmental review process4 7,i7 ,the planning product is appropriate for adoption or incorporation by reference and use in the environmental review process for the project and is incorporated in accordance with1 and is sufficient to meet the requirements of1 the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 and section #aejb4ba of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#f7 ,effect of adoption or incorporation by reference ,any planning product or portions thereof adopted or incorporated by reference by such agency in accordance with this subsection may be-- 7,a7 incorporated directly into an environmental review process document or other environmental document2 and 7,b7 relied on and used by other ,federal agencies in carrying out reviews of the project4 7q7 ,report on ,,nepa data 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall carry out a process to track1 and annually submit to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives1 the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate1 the ,committee on ,natural ,resources of the ,house of ,representatives1 and the ,committee on ,environment and ,public ,works of the ,senate a report on projects described in subsection 7b77#a7 that contains the information described in paragraph 7#c74 7#b7 ,time to complete ,for purposes of paragraph 7#c71 the ,,nepa process-- 7,a7 for an environmental impact statement-- 7i7 begins on the date on which a notice of intent is published in the ,federal ,register2 and 7ii7 ends on the date on which the ,secretary issues a record of decision1 including1 if necessary1 a revised record of decision2 and 7,b7 for an environmental assessment-- 7i7 begins on the date on which the ,secretary makes a determination to prepare an environmental assessment2 and 7ii7 ends on the date on which the ,secretary issues a finding of no significant impact or determines that preparation of an environmental impact statement is necessary4 7#c7 ,information described ,the information referred to in paragraph 7#a7 is1 with respect to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration-- 7,a7 the number of proposed actions for which a categorical exclusion was applied by the ,secretary during the reporting period2 7,b7 the number of proposed actions for which a documented categorical exclusion was applied by the ,secretary during the reporting period2 7,c7 the number of proposed actions pending on the date on which the report is submitted for which the issuance of a documented categorical exclusion by the ,secretary is pending2 7,d7 the number of proposed actions for which an environmental assessment was issued by the ,secretary during the reporting period2 7,e7 the length of time the ,administration took to complete each environmental assessment described in subparagraph 7,d72 7,f7 the number of proposed actions pending on the date on which the report is submitted for which an environmental assessment is being drafted by the ,secretary2 7,g7 the number of proposed actions for which a final environmental impact statement was completed by the ,secretary during the reporting period2 7,h7 the length of time that the ,secretary took to complete each environmental impact statement described in subparagraph 7,g72 7,i7 the number of proposed actions pending on the date on which the report is submitted for which an environmental impact statement is being drafted2 and 7,j7 for the proposed actions reported under subparagraphs 7,f7 and 7,i71 the percentage of such proposed actions for which-- 7i7 project funding has been identified2 and 7ii7 all other ,federal1 ,state1 and local activities that are required to allow the proposed action to proceed are completed4 7#d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7,a7 ,environmental assessment ,the term environmental assessment has the meaning given such term in section #aejh4a of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or a successor regulation74 7,b7 ,environmental impact statement ,the term environmental impact statement means a detailed statement required under section #ajb7b77;,c7 of the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dccb7b77;,c774 7,c7 ,,nepa process ,the term ,,nepa process means the entirety of the development and documentation of the analysis required under the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq471 including the assessment and analysis of any impacts1 alternatives1 and mitigation of a proposed action1 and any interagency participation and public involvement required to be carried out before the ,secretary undertakes a proposed action4 7,d7 ,proposed action ,the term proposed action means an action 7within the meaning of the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq477 under this title that the ,secretary proposes to carry out4 7,e7 ,reporting period ,the term reporting period means the fiscal year prior to the fiscal year in which a report is issued under subsection 7a74 4 #ghd4 ,subchapter ,,iii definitions ,section #dgage of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#c77;,a7 by striking and at the end and inserting or2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#d7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking and at the end2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b7-- 7i7 by striking 7,b72 and 7ii7 by redesignating clauses 7i7 and 7ii7 as subparagraphs 7,b7 and 7,c71 respectively2 7#c7 by striking paragraph 7#e72 7#d7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#c71 7#a71 7#d71 7#b71 7#f71 and 7#h7 as paragraphs 7#a71 7#b71 7#c71 7#d71 7#e71 and 7#f71 respectively2 and 7#e7 by adding at the end the following3 7#h7 ,terminal development ,the term terminal development has the meaning given such term in section #dgajb4 4 #ghe4 ,pilot program extension ,section #aij of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgajd note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by inserting in each fiscal year after #f projects2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7i7 by striking #e years and all that follows through the period at the end and inserting on ,october #a1 #bjbh44 #ghf4 ,part #aej noise standards update 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review and revise1 as appropriate1 part #aej of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to reflect all relevant laws and regulations1 including part #afa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,outreach ,as part of the review conducted under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall clarify existing and future noise policies and standards and seek feedback from airports1 airport users1 and individuals living in the vicinity of airports and in airport adjacent communities before implementing any changes to any noise policies or standards4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and every #f months thereafter1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding the review conducted under subsection 7a74 7d7 ,sunset ,the requirement under subsection 7c7 shall terminate on the earlier of-- 7#a7 ,october #a1 #bjbh2 or 7#b7 the date on which #a briefing is provided under subsection 7c7 after the changes in subsection 7a7 are implemented4 #ghg4 ,reducing community aircraft noise exposure ,in implementing or substantially revising a flight procedure1 the ,administrator shall consider the following actions 7to the extent that such actions do not negatively affect aviation safety or efficiency7 to reduce undesirable aircraft noise3 7#a7 ,implement flight procedures that can mitigate the impact of aircraft noise1 based on a consensus community recommendation4 7#b7 ,work with airport sponsors and potentially impacted neighboring communities in establishing or modifying aircraft arrival and departure routes4 7#c7 ,in collaboration with local governments1 discourage local encroachment of residential or other buildings near airports that could create future aircraft noise complaints or impact airport operations or aviation safety4 #ghh4 ,categorical exclusions 7a7 ,categorical exclusion for projects of limited ,federal assistance ,an action by the ,administrator to approve1 permit1 finance1 or otherwise authorize any airport project that is undertaken by the sponsor1 owner1 or operator of a public-use airport shall be presumed to be covered by a categorical exclusion under ,,faa ,order #ajej4a;,f 7or any successor document71 if such project-- 7#a7 receives less than #f1jjj1jjj 7as adjusted annually by the ,administrator to reflect any increases in the ,consumer ,price ,index prepared by the ,department of ,labor7 of ,federal funds or funds from charges collected under section #djaag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 or 7#b7 has a total estimated cost of not more than #ce1jjj1jjj 7as adjusted annually by the ,administrator to reflect any increases in the ,consumer ,price ,index prepared by the ,department of ,labor7 and ,federal funds comprising less than #ae percent of the total estimated project cost4 7b7 ,categorical exclusion in emergencies ,an action by the ,administrator to approve1 permit1 finance1 or otherwise authorize an airport project that is undertaken by the sponsor1 owner1 or operator of a public-use airport shall be presumed to be covered by a categorical exclusion under ,,faa ,order #ajej4a;,f 7or any successor document71 if such project is-- 7#a7 for the repair or reconstruction of any airport facility1 runway1 taxiway1 or similar structure that is in operation or under construction when damaged by an emergency declared by the ,governor of the ,state with concurrence of the ,administrator or for a disaster or emergency declared by the ,president pursuant to the ,robert ,t4 ,stafford ,disaster ,relief and ,emergency ,assistance ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #eaba et seq472 7#b7 in the same location with the same capacity1 dimensions1 and design as the original airport facility1 runway1 taxiway1 or similar structure as before the declaration described in this section2 and 7#c7 commenced within a #b-year period beginning on the date of a declaration described in this section4 7c7 ,extraordinary circumstances ,the presumption that an action is covered by a categorical exclusion under subsections 7a7 and 7b7 shall not apply if the ,administrator determines that extraordinary circumstances exist with respect to such action4 7d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to impact any aviation safety authority of the ,administrator4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,categorical exclusion ,the term categorical exclusion has the meaning given such term in section #aejh4a7;d7 of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,public-use airport2 sponsor ,the terms public-use airport and sponsor have the meanings given such terms in section #dgajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #ghi4 ,updating presumed to conform limits ,not later than #bd months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall take such actions as are necessary to update the ,,faa's list of actions that are presumed to conform to a ,state implementation plan pursuant to section #ic4aec7;f7 of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to include projects relating to the construction of aircraft hangars4 #gij4 ,recommendations on reducing rotorcraft noise in ,district of ,columbia 7a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study on reducing rotorcraft noise in the ,district of ,columbia4 7b7 ,contents ,in carrying out the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall consider-- 7#a7 the extent to which military operators consider operating over unpopulated areas outside of the ,district of ,columbia for training missions2 7#b7 the extent to which vehicles or aircraft other than conventional rotorcraft 7such as unmanned aircraft7 could be used for emergency and law enforcement response2 and 7#c7 the extent to which relevant operators and entities have assessed and addressed1 as appropriate1 the noise impacts of various factors of operating rotorcraft1 including1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 altitude2 7,b7 the number of flights2 7,c7 flight paths2 7,d7 time of day of flights2 7,e7 types of aircraft2 7,f7 operating procedures2 and 7,g7 pilot training4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on preliminary observations1 with a report to follow at a date agreed upon at the time of the briefing1 containing-- 7#a7 the contents of the study conducted under subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 any recommendations for the reduction of rotorcraft noise in the ,district of ,columbia4 7d7 ,relevant operators and entities defined ,in this section1 the term relevant operators and entities means-- 7#a7 the ,chief of ,police of the ,metropolitan ,police ,department of the ,district of ,columbia2 7#b7 any medical rotorcraft operator that routinely flies a rotorcraft over the ,district of ,columbia2 and 7#c7 any other operator that routinely flies a rotorcraft over the ,district of ,columbia4 #gia4 ,,ufp study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with the ,national ,academies under which the ,national ,research ,council shall carry out a study examining airborne ultrafine particles and the effect of such particles on airport-adjacent communities4 7b7 ,scope of study ,in carrying out the study under subsection 7a71 the ,national ,research ,council shall-- 7#a7 summarize the relevant literature and studies done on airborne ,u,f,ps worldwide2 7#b7 focus on large hub airports2 7#c7 examine airborne ,u,f,ps and the potential effect of such ,u,f,ps on airport-adjacent communities1 including-- 7,a7 characteristics of ,u,f,ps present in the air2 7,b7 spatial and temporal distributions of ,,ufp concentrations2 7,c7 primary sources of ,u,f,ps2 7,d7 the contribution of aircraft and airport operations to the distribution of ,,ufp concentrations compared to other sources2 7,e7 potential health effects associated with elevated ,,ufp exposures1 including outcomes related to cardiovascular disease1 respiratory infection and disease1 degradation of neurocognitive functions1 and other health effects2 and 7,f7 potential ,,ufp exposures1 especially to susceptible groups2 7#d7 consider the concentration of ,u,f,ps resulting from various aviation fuel sources including aviation gasoline1 sustainable aviation fuel1 and hydrogen1 to the extent practicable2 7#e7 identify measures intended to reduce the release of ,u,f,ps2 and 7#f7 identify information gaps related to understanding potential relationships between ,,ufp exposures and health effects1 contributions of aviation-related emissions to ,,ufp exposures1 and the effectiveness of mitigation measures4 7c7 ,coordination ,the ,administrator may coordinate with the heads of such other agencies that the ,administrator considers appropriate to provide data and other assistance necessary for the study4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after the ,national ,research ,council submits of the results of the study to the ,administrator1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the study carried out under subsection 7a71 including any recommendations based on such study4 7e7 ,definition of ultrafine particle ,in this section1 the terms ultrafine particle and ,,ufp mean particles with diameters less than or equal to #ajj nanometers4 #gib4 ,aircraft ,noise ,advisory ,committee 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish an ,aircraft ,noise ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,advisory ,committee7 to advise the ,administrator on issues facing the aviation community that are related to aircraft noise exposure and existing ,,faa noise policies and regulations4 7b7 ,membership ,the ,administrator shall appoint the members of the ,advisory ,committee1 which shall be comprised of-- 7#a7 at least #a representative of each of-- 7,a7 engine manufacturers2 7,b7 air carriers2 7,c7 airport owners or operators2 7,d7 aircraft manufacturers2 7,e7 advanced air mobility manufacturers or operators2 and 7,f7 institutions of higher education2 and 7#b7 representatives of airport-adjacent communities from geographically diverse regions4 7c7 ,duties ,the duties of the ,advisory ,committee shall include-- 7#a7 the evaluation of existing research on aircraft noise impacts and annoyance2 7#b7 the assessment of alternative noise metrics that could be used to supplement or replace the existing ,day ,night ,level standard1 in consultation with the ,national ,academies2 7#c7 the evaluation of the current #fe-;decibel exposure threshold1 including the impact to land use compatibility around airports if such threshold was lowered2 7#d7 the evaluation of current noise mitigation strategies and the community engagement efforts by the ,,faa with respect to changes in airspace utilization1 such as the integration of new entrants and usage of performance-based navigation2 and 7#e7 other duties determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7d7 ,reports 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of establishment of the ,advisory ,committee1 the ,advisory ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator a report on any recommended changes to current aviation noise policies4 7#b7 ,report to congress ,not later than #ahj days after the date the ,administrator receives the report under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the recommendations made by the ,advisory ,committee4 7e7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #cj days after submission of the report under paragraph 7#b71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on how the ,administrator plans to implement recommendations contained in the report and1 for each recommendation that the ,administrator does not plan to implement1 the reason of the ,administrator for not implementing the recommendation4 7f7 ,consultation ,the ,advisory ,committee shall consult with other relevant ,federal agencies1 including the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration1 in carrying out the duties described in section 7c74 #gic4 ,community collaboration program 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,administrator shall continue existing community engagement activities under the designation of a ,community ,collaboration ,program 7in this section referred to as the ,program74 7b7 ,responsibilities 7#a7 ,in general ,in carrying out the ,program1 the ,administrator shall facilitate and harmonize1 as appropriate1 policies and procedures carried out by various offices of the ,,faa pertaining to community engagement relating to-- 7,a7 airport planning and development2 7,b7 noise and environmental policy2 7,c7 ,next,gen implementation2 7,d7 air traffic route changes2 7,e7 integration of new and emerging entrants2 and 7,f7 other topics with respect to which community engagement is critical to program success4 7#b7 ,specified responsibilities ,in carrying out the ,program1 the ,administrator shall be responsible for-- 7,a7 updating the internal guidance of the ,,faa for community engagement based on-- 7i7 best practices of other ,federal agencies and external organizations with expertise in community engagement2 7ii7 interviews with impacted residents2 and 7iii7 recommendations solicited from individuals and local government officials in communities adversely impacted by aircraft noise2 7,b7 coordinating with the ,air ,traffic ,organization on community engagement efforts related to air traffic procedure changes to ensure that impacted communities are consulted in a meaningful way2 7,c7 coordination with ,regional ,ombudsmen of the ,,faa2 7,d7 oversight1 streamlining1 and increasing the responsiveness of the noise complaint process of the ,,faa by-- 7i7 centralizing noise complaint data and improving data collection methodologies2 7ii7 ensuring such ,regional ,ombudsmen are consulted in local air traffic procedure development decisions2 and 7iii7 collecting feedback from such ,regional ,ombudsmen to inform national policymaking efforts2 7,e7 timely implementation of the recommendations1 as appropriate1 made by the ,comptroller ,general to the ,secretary contained in the report titled ,aircraft ,noise3 ,,faa ,could ,improve ,outreach ,through ,enhanced ,noise ,metrics1 ,communication1 and ,support to ,communities1 issued in ,september #bjba 7,,gao-#ba-ajcicc7 to improve the outreach of the ,,faa to local communities impacted by aircraft noise1 including-- 7i7 any recommendations to-- 7,i7 identify appropriate supplemental metrics for assessing noise impacts and circumstances for their use to aid in the internal assessment of the ,,faa of noise impacts related to proposed flight path changes2 7,,ii7 update guidance to incorporate additional tools to more clearly convey expected impacts1 such as other noise metrics and visualization tools2 and 7,,iii7 improve guidance to airports and communities on effectively engaging with the ,,faa2 and 7ii7 any other recommendations included in the report that would assist the ,,faa in improving outreach to communities affected by aircraft noise2 7,f7 ensuring engagement with local community groups as appropriate in conducting the other responsibilities described in this section2 and 7,g7 other responsibilities as considered appropriate by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #b years after the ,administrator implements the recommendations described in subsection 7b77#b77;,e71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress describing-- 7#a7 the implementation of each such recommendation2 7#b7 how any recommended actions are assisting the ,administrator in improving outreach to communities affected by aircraft noise and other community engagement concerns2 and 7#c7 any challenges or barriers that limit or prevent the ability of the ,administrator to take such actions4 7d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to require the ,administrator to alter the organizational structure of the ,,faa nor change the reporting structure of any employee4 #gid4 ,information sharing requirement 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary1 acting through the ,administrator1 shall establish a mechanism to make helicopter noise complaint data accessible to the ,,faa1 to helicopter operators operating in the ,washington1 ,,dc area1 and to the public on a website of the ,,faa1 based on the recommendation of the ,government ,accountability ,office in the report titled ,aircraft ,noise3 ,better ,information ,sharing ,could ,improve ,responses to ,washington1 ,d4,c4 ,area ,helicopter ,noise ,concerns1 published on ,january #g1 #bjba 7,,gao-#ba-bjj74 7b7 ,cooperation ,any helicopter operator operating in the ,washington1 ,,dc area shall1 to the extent practicable1 provide helicopter noise complaint data to the ,,faa through the mechanism established under subsection 7a74 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,helicopter noise complaint data ,the term helicopter noise complaint data-- 7,a7 means general data relating to a complaint made by an individual about helicopter noise in the ,washington1 ,,dc area and may include-- 7i7 the location and description of the event that is the subject of the complaint2 7ii7 the start and end time of such event2 7iii7 a description of the aircraft that is the subject of the complaint2 and 7iv7 the airport name associated with such event2 and 7,b7 does not include the personally identifiable information of the individual who submitted the complaint4 7#b7 ,washington1 ,,dc area ,the term ,washington1 ,,dc area means the area inside of a #cj-mile radius surrounding ,ronald ,reagan ,washington ,national ,airport4 #gie4 ,mechanisms to reduce helicopter noise 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study to examine ways in which a ,state1 territorial1 or local government may mitigate the negative impacts of commercial helicopter noise4 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall consider-- 7#a7 the varying degree of commercial helicopter operations in different communities2 and 7#b7 actions that ,state and local governments have taken1 and authorities such governments have used1 to reduce the impact of commercial helicopter noise and the success of such actions4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the findings of the study conducted under subsection 7a74 ,,viii ,general ,aviation #hja4 ,reexamination of pilots or certificate holders ,the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7,public ,law #aab-aec7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #e4 ,reexamination of an airman certificate 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall provide timely1 written notification to an individual subject to a reexamination of an airman certificate issued under chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7b7 ,information required ,in providing notification under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall inform the individual-- 7#a7 of the nature of the reexamination and the specific activity on which the reexamination is necessitated2 7#b7 that the reexamination shall occur within #a year from the date of the notice provided by the ,administrator1 however1 if the reexamination is not conducted within #cj days1 the ,administrator may restrict passenger carrying operations2 7#c7 that if such reexamination is not conducted after #a year from date of notice1 the airman certificate of the individual may be suspended or revoked2 and 7#d7 when1 as determined by the ,administrator1 an oral or written response to the notification from the ,administrator is not required4 7c7 ,exception ,nothing in this section prohibits the ,administrator from reexamining a certificate holder if the ,administrator has reasonable grounds-- 7#a7 to establish that an airman may not be qualified to exercise the privileges of a certificate or rating based upon an act or omission committed by the airman while exercising such privileges or performing ancillary duties associated with the exercise of such privileges2 or 7#b7 to demonstrate that the airman obtained such a certificate or rating through fraudulent means or through an examination that was inadequate to establish the qualifications of an airman4 7d7 ,standard of review ,an order issued by the ,administrator to amend1 modify1 suspend1 or revoke an airman certificate after reexamination of the airman is subject to the standard of review provided for under section #b of this ,act4 4 #hjb4 ,,gao review of ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a study of the implementation of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall review-- 7#a7 the implementation and application of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights2 7#b7 the application of the ,federal ,rules of ,civil ,procedure and the ,federal ,rules of ,evidence to covered proceedings by the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 as required by section #b of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights2 7#c7 the appeal process and the typical length of time associated with a final determination in a covered proceeding2 and 7#d7 any impacts of the implementation of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered proceeding ,the term covered proceeding means a proceeding conducted under subpart ,c1 ,d1 or ,f of part #hba of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 relating to denial1 amendment1 modification1 suspension1 or revocation of an airman certificate4 7#b7 ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights ,the term ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights means the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7,public ,law #aab-aec74 #hjc4 ,data privacy 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dda of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddaad4 ,privacy 7a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 including section #eeb7;b77#c7 of title #e1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish and update as necessary a process by which1 upon request of a private aircraft owner or operator1 the ,administrator withholds the registration number and other similar identifiable data or information1 except for physical markings required by law1 of the aircraft of the owner or operator from any broad dissemination or display 7except in furnished data or information made available to or from a ,government agency pursuant to a government contract1 subcontract1 or agreement1 including for traffic management purposes7 for the noncommercial flights of the owner or operator4 7b7 ,withholding personally identifiable information on the aircraft registry ,not later than #b years after the enactment of this ,act and notwithstanding any other provision of law1 including section #eeb7;b77#c7 of title #e1 the ,administrator shall establish a procedure by which1 upon request of a private aircraft owner or operator1 the ,administrator shall withhold from broad dissemination or display by the ,,faa 7except in furnished data or information made available to or from a ,government agency pursuant to a government contract1 subcontract1 or agreement1 including for traffic management purposes7 the personally identifiable information of such individual1 including on a publicly available website of the ,,faa4 7c7 ,,icao aircraft identification code 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall establish a program for aircraft owners and operators to apply for a new ,,icao aircraft identification code4 7#b7 ,limitations ,in carrying out the program described in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall require-- 7,a7 each applicant to attest to a safety or security need in applying for a new ,,icao aircraft identification code2 and 7,b7 each approved applicant who obtains a new ,,icao aircraft identification code to comply with all applicable aspects of1 or related to1 part #de of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 including updating an aircraft's registration number and ,n-,number to reflect such aircraft's new ,,icao aircraft identification code4 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,,ads-,b ,the term ,,ads-,b means automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast4 7#b7 ,,icao ,the term ,,icao means the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization4 7#c7 ,personally identifiable information ,the term personally identifiable information means-- 7,a7 the mailing address or registration address of an individual2 7,b7 an electronic address 7including an email address7 of an individual2 or 7,c7 the telephone number of an individual4 7,d7 the names of the aircraft owner or operator1 if the owner or operator is an individual4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dda of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddaad4 ,privacy4 4 7c7 ,conforming amendment ,section #eff of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddajc note7 and the item relating to such section in the table of contents under section #a7;b7 of such ,act are repealed4 #hjd4 ,accountability for aircraft registration numbers 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate a review of the process for reserving aircraft registration numbers to ensure that such process offers an equal opportunity for members of the general public to obtain specific aircraft registration numbers4 7b7 ,assessment ,in conducting the review under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall assess the following3 7#a7 ,whether the use of readily available software to prevent computer or web-based auto-fill systems from reserving aircraft registration numbers in bulk would improve participation in the reservation process by the general public4 7#b7 ,whether a limit should be imposed on the number of consecutive years a person may reserve an aircraft registration number4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the review conducted under subsection 7a71 including any recommendations of the ,administrator to improve equal participation in the process for reserving aircraft registration numbers by the general public4 #hje4 ,timely resolution of investigations 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of issuance of a letter of investigation to any person1 as required by section #b7;b7 of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 make a determination regarding such investigation and pursue subsequent action2 or 7#b7 close such investigation4 7b7 ,extension 7#a7 ,in general ,if1 upon review of the facts and status of an investigation described in subsection 7a71 the ,administrator determines that the time provided to make a final determination or close such investigation is insufficient1 the ,administrator shall approve an extension of such investigation for #b years4 7#b7 ,additional extensions ,the ,administrator may approve consecutive extensions under paragraph 7#a74 7c7 ,delegation ,the ,administrator may not delegate the authority to approve an extension described in subsection 7b7 to anyone other than the leadership of the ,administration as described in section #ajf7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #hjf4 ,all makes and models authorization 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,unlimited letter of authorization ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall take such action as may be necessary to allow for the issuance of letters of authorizations to airmen with the authorization for-- 7,a7 all types and makes of experimental high-performance single engine piston powered aircraft2 and 7,b7 all types and makes of experimental high-performance multiengine piston powered aircraft4 7#b7 ,requirements ,an individual who holds a letter of authorization and applies for an authorization described in paragraph 7#a77;,a7 or 7#a77;,b7-- 7,a7 shall be given an all-makes and models authorization of-- 7i7 experimental single-engine piston powered authorized aircraft2 or 7ii7 experimental multiengine piston powered authorized aircraft2 7,b7 shall hold the appropriate category and class rating for the authorized aircraft2 7,c7 shall hold #c experimental aircraft authorizations in aircraft of the same category and class rating for the authorization sought2 and 7,d7 may become qualified in additional experimental aircraft by completing aircraft-specific ground and flight training4 7b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section may be construed to disallow an individual from being given both an authorization described in paragraph 7#a77;,a7 and an authorization described in paragraph 7#a77;,b74 7c7 ,failure to comply 7#a7 ,in general ,if the ,administrator fails to implement subsection 7a7 within the time period prescribed in such subsection1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the status of the implementation of such subsection on a monthly basis until the implementation is complete4 7#b7 ,no delegation ,the ,administrator may not delegate the briefing described in paragraph 7#a74 #hjg4 ,response to letter of investigation ,section #b7;b7 of the ,pilot's ,bill of ,rights 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note7 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 ,response to letter of investigation 7,a7 ,in general ,if an individual decides to respond to a ,letter of ,investigation described in paragraph 7#b77;,b71 such individual may respond not later than #cj days after receipt of such ,letter1 including providing written comments on the incident to the investigating office4 7,b7 ,construction ,nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to diminish the authority of the ,administrator 7as of the day before the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd7 to take emergency action relating to an airman certificate4 4 #hjh4 ,,ads-,b out equipage study2 ,vehicle-to-,vehicle link program 7a7 ,study and briefing on ,,ads-,b out equipage 7#a7 ,study ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall initiate a study to determine-- 7,a7 the number of aircraft registered in the ,united ,states1 and any other aerial vehicles operating in the airspace of the ,united ,states1 that are not equipped with ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast out equipment 7in this section referred to as ,,ads-,b out72 7,b7 the requirements for1 and impact of1 expanding the dual-link architecture that is used below an altitude of flight level #ahj2 7,c7 the costs and benefits of equipage of ,,ads-,b out2 7,d7 the costs and benefits of any accommodation made for aircraft with inoperable ,,ads-,b out2 7,e7 reasons why aircraft owners choose not to equip or use an aircraft with ,,ads-,b out2 and 7,f7 ways to further incentivize aircraft owners to equip and use aircraft with ,,ads-,b out4 7#b7 ,briefing ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the study conducted under paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,vehicle-to-vehicle link program ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration and the ,chair of the ,federal ,communications ,commission1 shall establish an interagency coordination program to advance vehicle-to-vehicle link initiatives that-- 7#a7 enable the real-time digital exchange of key information between nearby aircraft2 and 7#b7 are not reliant on ground infrastructure or air-to-ground communication links4 #hji4 ,ensuring safe landings during off-airport operations ,the ,administrator shall not apply section #ia4aai of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 in any manner that requires a pilot to continue a landing that is unsafe4 #haj4 ,development of low-cost voluntary ,,ads-,b 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall prepare a report on the development of a suitable position reporting system for voluntary use in covered airspace to facilitate traffic awareness4 7b7 ,technical advice ,in preparing the report under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall solicit technical advice from representatives from-- 7#a7 industry groups1 including pilots1 aircraft owners1 avionics manufacturers2 and 7#b7 any others determined necessary by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,requirements ,in preparing the report under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 research and catalog domestic and international equipment1 standards1 and systems analogous to ,,ads-,b available as of the date on which the report is completed2 7#b7 address strengths and weaknesses of such equipment1 standards1 and systems1 including with respect to cost2 7#c7 to enable the development and voluntary use of portable1 installed1 low-cost position reporting systems for use in covered airspace-- 7,a7 provide recommendations on any regulatory and procedural changes to be taken by the ,administrator or other ,federal entities2 and 7,b7 describe any equipment1 standards1 and systems that may need to be developed with respect to such reporting systems2 7#d7 determine market size1 development costs1 and barriers that may need to be overcome for the development of technology that enables such position reporting systems in covered airspace2 and 7#e7 include a communication strategy that-- 7,a7 targets potential users of such position reporting systems as soon as such technology is available for commercial use2 and 7,b7 promotes the benefits of the voluntary use in covered airspace of position reporting systems to enhance traffic awareness4 7d7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #cj days after the date on which the report prepared under subsection 7a7 is finalized1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress the report prepared under subsection 7a74 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered airspace ,the term covered airspace means airspace for which the use of ,,ads-,b out equipment on an aircraft is not required under section #ia4bbe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 7#b7 ,,ads-,b ,the term ,,ads-,b means ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast4 #haa4 ,airshow safety team 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator may1 as determined necessary by the ,administration1 coordinate with the ,general ,aviation ,joint ,safety ,committee to establish an ,airshow ,safety ,team focused on airshow and aerial event safety4 7b7 ,objective ,the objective of the ,airshow ,safety ,team described in subsection 7a7 shall be to-- 7#a7 serve as a mechanism for ,federal ,government and industry cooperation1 communication1 and coordination on airshow and aerial event safety2 and 7#b7 reduce airshow and aerial event accidents and incidents through non-regulatory1 proactive safety strategies4 7c7 ,activities ,in carrying out the objectives pursuant to subsection 7b71 the ,airshow ,safety ,team shall1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 perform an analysis of airshow and aerial event accidents and incidents in conjunction with the ,safety ,analysis ,team2 7#b7 publish and update every #b years after initial publication an ,airshow ,safety ,plan that incorporates consensus based and data driven mitigation measures and non-regulatory safety strategies to improve and promote safety of the public1 performers1 and airport personnel2 and 7#c7 engage the airshow and aerial event community to-- 7,a7 communicate non-regulatory1 proactive safety strategies identified by the ,airshow ,safety ,plan to mitigate incidents2 and 7,b7 discuss best practices to uphold and maintain safety at events4 7d7 ,membership ,the ,administrator may request the ,airshow ,safety ,team be comprised of at least #aj individuals1 each of whom shall have knowledge or a background in the planning1 execution1 operation1 or management of an airshow or aerial event4 7e7 ,meetings ,the ,airshow ,safety ,team shall meet at least twice a year at the direction of the co-chairs of the ,general ,aviation ,joint ,safety ,committee4 7f7 ,construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to require an amendment to the charter of the ,general ,aviation ,joint ,safety ,committee4 #hab4 ,aircraft registration validity during renewal 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddajc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7e7 ,validity of aircraft registration during renewal 7#a7 ,in general ,an aircraft may be operated on or after the expiration date found on the certificate of registration issued for such aircraft under this section as if it were not expired if the operator of such aircraft has aboard the aircraft-- 7,a7 documentation validating that-- 7i7 an aircraft registration renewal application form 7,,ac ,form #hjej-a;,b1 or a succeeding form7 has been submitted to the ,administrator for such aircraft but not yet approved or denied2 and 7ii7 such aircraft is compliant with maintenance1 inspections1 and any other requirements for the aircraft's airworthiness certificate issued under section #ddgjd7;d72 and 7,b7 the most recent aircraft registration4 7#b7 ,proof of pending renewal application ,the ,administrator shall provide an applicant for renewal of registration under this section with documentation described in paragraph 7#a77;,a74 ,such documentation shall-- 7,a7 be made electronically available to the applicant immediately upon submitting an aircraft registration renewal application to the ,civil ,aviation ,registry for an aircraft2 7,b7 notify the applicant of the operational allowance described in paragraph 7#a72 7,c7 deem an aircraft's airworthiness certificate issued under section #ddgjd7;d7 as valid provided that the applicant confirms acknowledgment of the requirements of paragraph 7#a77;,a77ii72 7,d7 confirm the applicant acknowledged the limitations described in paragraph 7#c77;,a7 and 7#c77;,b72 and 7,e7 include identifying information pertaining to such aircraft and to the registered owner4 7#c7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection shall be construed to permit any person to operate an aircraft-- 7,a7 with an expired registration1 except as specifically provided for under this subsection2 or 7,b7 if the ,administrator has denied an application to renew the registration of such aircraft4 4 7b7 ,rulemaking2 guidance ,not later than #cf months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule1 if necessary1 and update all applicable guidance and policies to reflect the amendment made by this section4 #hac4 ,temporary airman certificates ,section #ddgjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7l7 ,temporary airman certificate ,an individual may obtain a temporary airman certificate from the ,administrator after requesting a permanent replacement airman certificate issued under this section4 ,a temporary airman certificate shall be-- 7#a7 made available-- 7,a7 electronically to the individual immediately upon submitting an online application for a replacement certificate to the ,administrator2 or 7,b7 physically to the individual at a flight standards district office-- 7i7 if the individual submits an online application for a replacement certificate2 or 7ii7 if the individual applies for a permanent replacement certificate other than by online application and such application has been received by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 and 7#b7 destroyed upon receipt of the permanent replacement airman certificate from the ,administrator4 4 #had4 ,letter of deviation authority 7a7 ,in general ,a flight instructor1 registered owner1 lessor1 or lessee of a covered aircraft shall not be required to obtain a letter of deviation authority from the ,administrator to allow1 conduct1 or receive flight training1 checking1 and testing in such aircraft if-- 7#a7 the flight instructor is not providing both the training and the aircraft2 7#b7 no person advertises or broadly offers the aircraft as available for flight training1 checking1 or testing2 and 7#c7 no person receives compensation for use of the aircraft for a specific flight during which flight training1 checking1 or testing was received1 other than expenses for owning1 operating1 and maintaining the aircraft4 7b7 ,covered aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term covered aircraft means-- 7#a7 an experimental category aircraft2 7#b7 a limited category aircraft2 and 7#c7 a primary category aircraft4 #hae4 ,basic,med for examiners administering tests or proficiency checks 7a7 ,equivalent pilot-in-command medical requirements ,notwithstanding section #fa4bc7;a77#c77;iv7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 an examiner may administer a practical test or proficiency check if such examiner meets the medical qualification requirements under part #fh of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 if the operation being conducted is in a covered aircraft1 as such term is defined in section #bcjg7;j7 of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note74 7b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule to update part #fa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to implement the requirements under subsection 7a71 in addition to any related requirements the ,administrator finds are in the interest of aviation safety4 #haf4 ,designee locator tool improvements ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall ensure that the designee locator search function of the public website of the ,designee ,management ,system of the ,administration has the functionality to-- 7#a7 filter a search for an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner 7as described in section #ahc4ba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 by sex1 if such information is available2 7#b7 display credentials and aircraft qualifications of a designated pilot examiner 7as described in section #ahc4bc of such title72 and 7#c7 display the scheduling availability of a designated pilot examiner 7as described in section #ahc4bc of such title7 to administer a test or proficiency check to an airman4 #hag4 ,deadline to eliminate aircraft registration backlog ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to reduce and maintain the aircraft registration and recordation backlog at the ,civil ,aviation ,registry so that1 on average1 applications are processed not later than #aj business days after receipt4 #hah4 ,part #ace air carrier certificate backlog 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to achieve the goal of reducing the backlog of air carrier certificate applications under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to-- 7#a7 not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 maintain an average application acceptance or rejection time of less than #fj days2 and 7#b7 not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 maintain an average application acceptance or rejection time of less than #cj days4 7b7 ,measures ,in meeting the goal under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may-- 7#a7 assign1 as appropriate1 additional personnel or support staff1 including on a temporary basis1 to review1 adjudicate1 and approve applications2 7#b7 improve and expand promotion of existing applicant resources which could improve the quality of applications submitted to decrease the need for ,administration applicant coordination and communications2 and 7#c7 take into consideration any third-party entity that assisted in the preparation of an application for an air carrier certificate under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7c7 ,congressional briefing ,beginning #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and not less than every #f months thereafter until the ,administrator complies with the requirements under subsection 7a77#b71 the ,administrator shall provide a briefing to appropriate committees of ,congress on the status of the backlog of air carrier certificate applications under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 any measures the ,administrator has put in place under subsection 7b74 #hai4 ,enhancing processes for authorizing aircraft for service in commuter and on-demand operations 7a7 ,establishment of working group 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish a part #ace aircraft conformity working group 7in this section referred to as the ,working ,group74 7#b7 ,requirements ,the ,working ,group shall study methods and make recommendations to clarify requirements and standardize the process for conducting and completing aircraft conformity processes in a timely manner for existing operators and air carriers operating aircraft under part #ace and entering such aircraft into service4 7b7 ,membership ,the ,working ,group shall be comprised of representatives of the ,,faa1 existing operators and air carriers operating aircraft under part #ace1 associations or trade groups representing such operators or air carriers1 and1 as appropriate1 labor groups representing employees of air carriers operating under part #ace4 7c7 ,duties ,the ,working ,group shall consider all aspects of the ,,faa processes as of the date of enactment of this ,act for ensuring aircraft conformity and make recommendations to enhance such processes1 including with respect to-- 7#a7 methodologies for air carriers and operators to document and attest to aircraft conformity in accordance with the requirements of part #ace2 7#b7 streamlined protocols for operators and air carriers operating aircraft under part #ace to add an aircraft that was listed on another part #ace certificate immediately prior to moving to a new air carrier or operator2 and 7#c7 changes to ,,faa policy and documentation necessary to implement the recommendations of the ,working ,group4 7d7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #a year after the date on which the ,administrator establishes the ,working ,group1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress made by the ,working ,group in carrying out the duties specified in subsection 7c71 recommendations of the ,working ,group1 and the efforts of the ,administrator to implement such recommendations4 7e7 ,definition of part #ace ,in this section1 the term part #ace means part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #hbj4 ,flight instructor certificates ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule for the rulemaking activity titled ,removal of the ,expiration ,date on a ,flight ,instructor ,certificate1 published in ,fall #bjbb in the ,unified ,agenda of ,federal ,regulatory and ,deregulatory ,actions 7,,rin #babj-;,,al#be7 to1 at a minimum1 update part #fa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to-- 7#a7 remove the expiration date on a flight instructor certificate2 and 7#b7 replace the requirement that a flight instructor renews their flight instructor certificate with appropriate recent experience requirements for the holder of a flight instructor certificate to exercise the privileges of such certificate4 #hba4 ,consistency of policy application in flight standards and aircraft certification 7a7 ,in general ,the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall initiate audits1 as described in subsection 7d71 of the ,flight ,standards and ,aircraft ,certification ,services of the ,,faa1 and the personnel of such offices1 on the consistency of-- 7#a7 the interpretation of policies1 orders1 guidance1 and regulations2 and 7#b7 the application of policies1 orders1 guidance1 and regulations4 7b7 ,components ,in completing the audits required under this section1 the inspector general shall interview stakeholders1 including at a minimum1 individuals or entities that-- 7#a7 hold a certificate or authorization related to the issue being audited under subsection 7d72 7#b7 are from different regions of the country with matters before different flight standards district offices or before different ,,faa ,flight ,standards ,service and ,aircraft ,certification ,service offices2 7#c7 work with multiple flight standards district offices or aircraft certification offices of the ,administration2 or 7#d7 hold a single or multiple relevant certificates or authorizations4 7c7 ,reports ,the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress1 the ,secretary1 and the ,administrator a report for each audit required in this section1 containing the results of the audit1 including findings and necessary recommendations to the ,administrator to improve the consistency of decision-making by ,flight ,standards and ,aircraft ,certification ,services offices of the ,administration4 7d7 ,audits ,the inspector general shall complete an audit and issue the associated report required under subsection 7c7 not later than-- 7#a7 #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 with regard to supplemental type certificates2 7#b7 #cd months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 with regard to repair stations certificated under part #ade of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#c7 #ej months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 with regard to technical standards orders4 7e7 ,implementation ,in addressing any recommendations from the inspector general contained in the reports required under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator may-- 7#a7 maintain an implementation plan2 and 7#b7 broadly adopt any best practices to improve the consistency of interpretation and application of policies1 orders1 guidance1 and regulations by other offices of the ,administration and with regard to other activities of the ,administration4 7f7 ,briefing ,not later than #f months after receiving a report required under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the implementation plan required under subsection 7d71 the status of any recommendation received pursuant to this section1 and any best practices that are being implemented more broadly4 #hbb4 ,application of policies1 orders1 and guidance ,section #ddgja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7h7 ,policies1 orders1 and guidance 7#a7 ,consistency of application ,the ,administrator shall ensure consistency in the application of policies1 orders1 and guidance of the ,administration by-- 7,a7 audits of the application and interpretation of such material by ,administration personnel from person to person and office to office2 7,b7 updating policies1 orders1 and guidance to resolve inconsistencies and clarify demonstrated ambiguities1 such as through repeated inconsistent interpretation2 and 7,c7 ensuring officials are properly documenting findings and decisions throughout a project to decrease the occurrence of duplicative work and inconsistent findings by subsequent officials assigned to the same project4 7#b7 ,alterations ,the ,administrator shall consult as appropriate with regulated entities who will be impacted by proposed changes to the content or application of policies1 orders1 and guidance before making such changes4 7#c7 ,authorities and regulations ,the ,administrator shall issue policies1 orders1 and guidance documents that are related to a law or regulation or clarify the intent of or compliance with specific laws and regulations4 4 #hbc4 ,expansion of the regulatory consistency communications board ,section #bbd of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#b7 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#c7 by striking the period and inserting a semicolon2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 the ,office of ,airports2 7#e7 the ,office of ,security and ,hazardous ,materials ,safety2 7#f7 the ,office of ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement2 and 7#g7 such other offices as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7d77#a7-- 7,a7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking anonymous regulatory interpretation questions and inserting regulatory interpretation questions1 including anonymously12 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking anonymous regulatory interpretation questions and inserting regulatory interpretation questions1 including anonymously2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#f7 ,submit recommendations1 as needed1 to the ,assistant ,administrator for ,rulemaking and ,regulatory ,improvement for consideration4 4 #hbd4 ,modernization of special airworthiness certification rulemaking deadline ,not later than #bd months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule for the rulemaking activity titled ,modernization of ,special ,airworthiness ,certification1 published in ,fall #bjbb in the long-term actions of the ,unified ,agenda of ,federal ,regulatory and ,deregulatory ,actions 7,,rin #babj-;,,al#ej74 #hbe4 ,exclusion of gyroplanes from fuel system requirements ,section #ddgcg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking rotorcraft and inserting helicopter each place it appears2 7#b7 in the heading for paragraph 7#b7 of subsection 7a7 by striking rotorcraft and inserting helicopter2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7d7 ,exception ,a helicopter issued an experimental certificate under section #ba4aia of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulations71 or operating under a ,special ,flight ,permit issued under section #ba4aig of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulations71 is excepted from the requirements of this section4 4 #hbf4 ,public aircraft flight time logging eligibility 7a7 ,forestry and fire protection flight time logging 7#a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 aircraft under the direct operational control of forestry and fire protection agencies are eligible to log pilot flight times1 if the flight time was acquired by the pilot while engaged on an official forestry or fire protection flight1 in the same manner as aircraft under the direct operational control of a ,federal1 ,state1 county1 or municipal law enforcement agency4 7#b7 ,retroactive application ,paragraph 7#a7 shall be applied as if enacted on ,october #e1 #bjah4 7b7 ,regulations ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall make such regulatory changes as are necessary to conform to the requirements of this section4 #hbg4 ,,eagle initiative 7a7 ,,eagle initiative 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall continue to partner with industry and other ,federal ,government stakeholders in carrying out the ,eliminate ,aviation ,gasoline ,lead ,emissions ,initiative 7in this section referred to as the ,,eagle ,initiative7 through the end of #bjcj4 7#b7 ,,faa responsibilities ,in collaborating with industry and other ,government stakeholders to carry out the ,,eagle ,initiative1 the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary under the authority of the ,administrator to facilitate-- 7,a7 the safe elimination of the use of leaded aviation gasoline by piston-engine aircraft by the end of #bjcj without adversely affecting the safe and efficient operation of the piston-engine aircraft fleet2 7,b7 the approval of the use of unleaded alternatives to leaded aviation gasoline for use in all piston-engine aircraft types and piston-engine models2 7,c7 the implementation of the requirements of section #dgajg7;a77#bb7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by this ,act1 as such requirements relate to the continued availability of aviation gasoline2 7,d7 efforts to make unleaded aviation gasoline that is approved for use in piston-engine aircraft and engines widely available for purchase and use at airports in the ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems2 and 7,e7 the development of a transition plan to safely enable the transition of the piston-engine general aviation aircraft fleet to unleaded aviation gasoline by #bjcj1 to the extent practicable4 7#c7 ,activities ,in carrying out the responsibilities of the ,administrator pursuant to paragraph 7#b71 the ,administrator shall1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 maintain a fleet authorization process for the efficient approval or authorization of eligible piston-engine aircraft and engine models to operate safely using qualified unleaded aviation gasolines2 7,b7 review1 update1 and prioritize1 as soon as practicable1 certification processes and projects1 as necessary1 for aircraft engines and modifications to such engines to operate with unleaded aviation gasoline2 7,c7 seek to facilitate programs that accelerate the creation1 evaluation1 qualification1 deployment1 and use of unleaded aviation gasolines2 7,d7 carry out1 in partnership with the general aviation community1 an ongoing campaign for training and educating aircraft owners and operators on how to safely transition to unleaded aviation gasoline2 7,e7 evaluate aircraft and aircraft engines to ensure that such aircraft and aircraft engines can safely operate with unleaded aviation gasoline candidates during cold weather conditions2 and 7,f7 facilitate the development of agency policies and processes1 as appropriate1 to support the deployment of necessary infrastructure at airports to enable the distribution and storage of unleaded aviation gasolines4 7#d7 ,consultation and collaboration with relevant stakeholders ,in carrying out the ,,eagle ,initiative1 the ,administrator shall continue to consult and collaborate1 as appropriate1 with relevant stakeholders1 including-- 7,a7 general aviation aircraft engine1 aircraft propulsion1 and aircraft airframe manufacturers2 7,b7 general aviation aircraft users1 aircraft owners1 aircraft pilots1 and aircraft operators2 7,c7 airports and fixed-base operators2 7,d7 ,state1 local1 and ,tribal aviation officials2 7,e7 representatives of the petroleum industry1 including developers1 refiners1 producers1 and distributors of unleaded aviation gasolines2 and 7,f7 air carriers and commercial operators operating under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#e7 ,report to ,congress 7,a7 ,initial 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-- 7i7 contains an updated strategic plan for maintaining a fleet authorization process for the efficient approval and authorization of eligible piston-engine aircraft and engine models to operate using unleaded aviation gasolines in a manner that ensures safety2 7ii7 describes the structure and involvement of all ,,faa offices that have responsibilities described in paragraph 7#b72 and 7iii7 identifies policy initiatives1 regulatory initiatives1 or legislative initiatives needed to improve and enhance the timely and safe transition to unleaded aviation gasoline for the piston-engine aircraft fleet4 7,b7 ,annual briefing ,not later than #a year after the date on which the ,administrator submits the initial report under subparagraph 7,a71 and annually thereafter through #bjcj1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on activities and progress of the ,,eagle ,initiative4 7,c7 ,sunset ,subparagraph 7,b7 shall cease to be effective after ,december #ca1 #bjcj4 7b7 ,transition plan to unleaded aviation gasoline 7#a7 ,in general ,in developing the transition plan under subsection 7a77#b77;,e71 the ,administrator may1 at a minimum1 assess the following3 7,a7 ,efforts undertaken by the ,,eagle ,initiative1 including progress towards-- 7i7 safely eliminating the use of leaded aviation gasoline by piston-engine aircraft by the end of #bjcj without adversely affecting the safe and efficient operation of the piston-engine aircraft fleet2 7ii7 approving the use of unleaded alternatives to leaded aviation gasoline for use in all piston-engine aircraft types and piston-engine models2 and 7iii7 facilitating efforts to make approved unleaded aviation gasoline that is approved for use in piston-engine aircraft and engines widely available at airports for purchase and use in the ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems4 7,b7 ,the evaluation and development of necessary airport infrastructure1 including fuel storage and dispensing facilities1 to support the distribution and storage of unleaded aviation gasoline4 7,c7 ,the establishment of best practices for piston-engine aircraft owners and operators1 airport operators and personnel1 aircraft maintenance technicians1 and other appropriate personnel for protecting against exposure to lead containment when-- 7i7 conducting fueling operations2 7ii7 disposing of inspected gasoline samples2 7iii7 performing aircraft maintenance2 and 7iv7 conducting engine run-ups4 7,d7 ,efforts to address supply chain and other logistical barriers inhibiting the timely distribution of unleaded aviation gasoline to airports4 7,e7 ,outreach efforts to educate and update piston-engine aircraft owners and operators1 airport operators1 and other members of the general aviation community on the potential benefits1 availability1 and safety of unleaded aviation gasoline4 7#b7 ,publication2 guidance ,upon completion of developing such transition plan1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 make the plan available to the public on an appropriate website of the ,,faa2 and 7,b7 provide guidance supporting the implementation of the transition plan4 7#c7 ,collaboration with ,,eagle ,initiative ,in supporting the development of such transition plan and issuing associated guidance pertaining to the implementation of such transition plan1 the ,administrator shall consult and collaborate with individuals carrying out the ,,eagle ,initiative4 7#d7 ,unleaded aviation gasoline communication materials ,the ,administrator may collaborate with individuals carrying out the ,,eagle ,initiative to jointly develop and continuously update websites1 brochures1 and other communication materials associated with such transition plan to clearly convey the availability of unleaded aviation gasoline at airports4 7#e7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #fj days after the publication of such transition plan1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on such transition plan and any agency efforts or actions pertaining to the implementation of such transition plan4 7#f7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall be construed to delay or alter the ongoing work of the ,,eagle ,initiative established by the ,administrator in #bjbb4 #hbh4 ,expansion of ,basic,med 7a7 ,in general ,section #bcjg of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjc note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 by striking paragraph 7#b7 and inserting the following3 7#b7 the individual holds a medical certificate issued by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration or has held such a certificate at any time after ,july #ad1 #bjjf2 2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#g7 by inserting calendar before months2 and 7,c7 in paragraph 7#h77;,a7 by striking #e and inserting #f2 7#b7 in subsection 7b77#b77;,a77i7 by inserting 7or any successor form7 after 7#c-ii72 7#c7 by striking subsection 7h7 and inserting the following3 7h7 ,report required ,not later than #d years after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 shall submit to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate 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 2 and 7#d7 by striking subsection 7j7 and inserting the following3 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 #g occupants2 7#b7 has a maximum certificated takeoff weight of not more than #ab1ejj pounds2 and 7#c7 is not a transport category rotorcraft certified to airworthiness standards under part #bi of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 4 7b7 ,rulemaking ,the ,administrator shall update regulations in parts #fa and #fh of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 as necessary1 to implement the amendments made by this section4 7c7 ,applicability ,beginning on the date that is #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall apply parts #fa and #fh1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 in a manner reflecting the amendments made by this section4 #hbi4 ,prohibition on using ,,ads-,b out data to initiate an investigation ,section #dfaja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7c7 ,prohibition on using ,,ads-,b out data to initiate an investigation 7#a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other provision of this section1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration may not initiate an investigation 7excluding a criminal investigation7 of a person based exclusively on automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast data4 7#b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection shall prohibit the use of automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast data in an investigation that was initiated for any reason other than the review of automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast data1 including if such investigation was initiated as a result of a report or complaint submitted to the ,administrator4 4 #hcj4 ,charitable flight fuel reimbursement exemptions 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,validity of exemption ,except as otherwise provided in this subsection1 an exemption from section #fa4aac7;c7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 that is granted by the ,administrator for the purpose of allowing a volunteer pilot to accept reimbursement from a volunteer pilot organization for the fuel costs and airport fees attributed to a flight operation to provide charitable transportation pursuant to section #hba of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 shall be valid for #e years4 7#b7 ,failing to adhere ,if the ,administrator finds an exemption holder under paragraph 7#a7 or a volunteer pilot fails to adhere to the conditions and limitations of the exemption described under such paragraph1 the ,administrator may rescind or suspend the exemption4 7#c7 ,no longer qualifying ,if the ,administrator finds that such exemption holder no longer qualifies as a volunteer pilot organization1 the ,administrator shall rescind such exemption4 7#d7 ,forgoing exemption ,if such exemption holder informs the ,administrator that such holder no longer plans to exercise the authority granted by such exemption1 the ,administrator may rescind such exemption4 7b7 ,additional requirements 7#a7 ,in general ,a volunteer pilot organization may impose additional safety requirements on a volunteer pilot without-- 7,a7 being considered-- 7i7 an air carrier 7as such term is defined in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code72 or 7ii7 a commercial operator 7as such term is defined in section #a4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 or 7,b7 constituting common carriage4 7#b7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this subsection may be construed to limit or otherwise affect the authority of the ,administrator to regulate1 as appropriate1 a flight operation associated with a volunteer pilot organization that constitutes a commercial operation or common carriage4 7c7 ,reissuance of existing exemptions ,in reissuing an expiring exemption described in subsection 7a7 that was originally issued prior to the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall ensure that the reissued exemption-- 7#a7 accounts for the provisions of this section and section #hba of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note72 and 7#b7 is otherwise substantially similar to the previously issued exemption4 7d7 ,statutory construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to-- 7#a7 affect the authority of the ,administrator to exempt a pilot 7exercising the private pilot privileges7 from any restriction on receiving reimbursement for the fuel costs and airport fees attributed to a flight operation to provide charitable transportation2 or 7#b7 impose or authorize the imposition of any additional requirements by the ,administrator on a flight that is arranged by a volunteer pilot organization in which the volunteer pilot-- 7,a7 is not reimbursed the fuel costs and airport fees attributed to a flight operation to provide charitable flights2 or 7,b7 pays a pro rata share of expenses as described in section #fa4aac7;c7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,volunteer pilot ,the term volunteer pilot means a person who-- 7,a7 acts as a pilot in command of a flight operation to provide charitable transportation pursuant to section #hba of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note72 and 7,b7 holds a private pilot certificate1 commercial pilot certificate1 or an airline transportation pilot certificate issued under part #fa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,volunteer pilot organization ,the term volunteer pilot organization has the meaning given such term in section #hba7;c7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 #hca4 ,,gao report on charitable flights 7a7 ,report ,not later than #d years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a review of the following3 7#a7 ,applicable laws1 regulations1 policies1 legal opinions1 and guidance pertaining to charitable flights and the operations of such flights1 including reimbursement of fuel costs4 7#b7 ,petitions for exemption from the requirements of section #fa4aac7;c7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for the purpose of allowing a pilot to accept reimbursement for the fuel costs associated with a flight operation to provide charitable transportation pursuant to section #hba of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note71 including assessment of-- 7,a7 the conditions and limitations a petitioner shall comply with if the exemption is granted and whether such conditions and limitations are-- 7i7 applied to petitioners in a consistent manner2 and 7ii7 commensurate with the types of flight operations exemption holders propose to conduct under any such exemptions2 7,b7 denied petitions for such an exemption and the reasons for the denial of such petitions2 and 7,c7 the processing time of a petition for such an exemption4 7#c7 ,charitable flights conducted without an exemption from section #fa4aac7;c7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 including an analysis of the certificates1 qualifications1 and aeronautical experience of the operators of such flights4 7b7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the review initiated under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall consult with charitable organizations1 including volunteer pilot organizations1 aircraft owners1 and pilots who volunteer to provide transportation for or on behalf of a charitable organization1 flight safety experts1 and employees of the ,,faa4 7c7 ,recommendations ,as part of the review initiated under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall make recommendations1 as determined appropriate1 to the ,administrator to improve the rules1 policies1 and guidance pertaining to charitable flight operations4 7d7 ,report ,upon completion of the review initiated under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing the findings of such review and recommendations developed under subsection 7c74 #hcb4 ,flight instruction or testing 7a7 ,authorized additional pilots ,an individual acting as an authorized additional pilot during ,phase ,i flight testing of aircraft holding an experimental airworthiness certificate1 in accordance with section #ba4aia of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and meeting the requirements set forth in ,,faa regulations and policy in effect as of the date of enactment of this ,act1 shall not be deemed to be operating an aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire4 7b7 ,use of aircraft ,an individual who uses1 causes to use1 or authorizes to use aircraft for flights conducted under subsection 7a7 shall not be deemed to be operating an aircraft carrying persons or property for compensation or hire4 7c7 ,revision of rules ,the ,administrator shall1 as necessary1 issue1 revise1 or repeal the rules1 regulations1 guidance1 or procedures of the ,,faa to conform to the requirements of this section4 #hcc4 ,national coordination and oversight of designated pilot examiners 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall establish an office to provide oversight and facilitate national coordination of designated pilot examiners appointed under section #ahc4bc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,responsibilities ,the office described in subsection 7a7 shall be responsible for the following3 7#a7 ,oversight of designated pilot examiners appointed under section #ahc4bc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,coordinating with other offices1 as appropriate1 to support the standardization of policy1 guidance1 and regulations across the ,,faa pertaining to the selection1 training1 duties1 and deployment of designated pilot examiners appointed under section #ahc4bc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 including evaluating the consistency by which such examiners apply ,administration policies1 orders1 and guidance4 7#c7 ,evaluating the consistency by which such examiners apply ,,faa policies1 orders1 and guidance4 7#d7 ,coordinating placement and deployment of such examiners across regions based on demand for examinations from the pilot community4 7#e7 ,developing a code of conduct for such examiners4 7#f7 ,deploying a survey system to track the performance and merit of such examiners4 7#g7 ,facilitating an industry partnership to create a formal mentorship program for such examiners4 7c7 ,coordination ,in carrying out the responsibilities listed in subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall ensure the office-- 7#a7 coordinates on an ongoing basis with flight standards district offices1 designated pilot examiner managing specialists1 and aviation industry stakeholders1 including representatives of the general aviation community2 and 7#b7 considers whether to implement the final recommendations report issued by the ,designated ,pilot ,examiner ,reforms ,working ,group and accepted by the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee on ,june #ag1 #bjba4 7d7 ,report 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and biennially thereafter through fiscal year #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that evaluates the use of designated pilot examiners appointed under section #ahc4bc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulation71 for testing1 including both written and practical tests4 7#b7 ,contents ,the report under paragraph 7#a7 shall include an analysis of-- 7,a7 the methodology and rationale by which designated pilot examiners are deployed2 7,b7 with respect to the previous fiscal year1 the average time an individual in each region must wait to schedule an appointment with a designated pilot examiner2 7,c7 with respect to the previous fiscal year1 the estimated total time individuals in each region were forced to wait to schedule an appointment with a designated pilot examiner2 7,d7 the primary reasons and best ways to reduce wait times described in subparagraph 7,c72 7,e7 the number of tests conducted by designated pilot examiners2 7,f7 the number and percentage of available designated pilot examiners that perform such tests2 and 7,g7 the average rate of retests1 including of both written and practical tests4 #hcd4 ,part #ace pilot supplemental oxygen requirement 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking concerning whether to revise the requirements under paragraphs 7#c7 and 7#d7 of section #ace4hi7;b7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to apply only to aircraft operating at altitudes above flight level #daj4 7b7 ,considerations ,in issuing the notice of proposed rulemaking1 the ,administrator shall consider applicable safety data and risks1 including in relation to applicable incidents and accidents1 as well as the investigations and recommendations of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board4 ,,ix ,new ,entrants and ,aerospace ,innovation ,a ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems #ija4 ,definitions ,except as otherwise provided1 the definitions contained in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 apply to this subtitle4 #ijb4 ,unmanned aircraft in the ,arctic 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddhjd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the section heading by striking ,small unmanned and inserting ,unmanned2 and 7#b7 by striking small each place it appears4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of such title is amended by striking the item relating to section #ddhjd and inserting the following3 #ddhjd4 ,unmanned aircraft in the ,arctic4 4 #ijc4 ,small ,,uas safety standards technical corrections ,section #ddhje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the section heading by striking ,small ,unmanned and inserting ,small unmanned2 7#b7 in subsection 7a77#b7 by striking operation of small and inserting operation of a small2 7#c7 in subsection 7f7 by striking subsection 7h7 and inserting subsection 7f72 7#d7 in subsection 7g77#c7 by striking subsection 7h7 and inserting subsection 7f72 7#e7 in subsection 7i77#a7 by striking subsection 7h7 and inserting subsection 7f72 and 7#f7 by redesignating subsection 7e7 through 7j7 as subsections 7c7 through 7h71 respectively4 #ijd4 ,airport safety and airspace hazard mitigation and enforcement ,section #ddhaj of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7c7 by inserting 1 and any other location the ,administrator determines appropriate after ,data2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7h7 by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 #ije4 ,radar data pilot program 7a7 ,sensitive radar data feed pilot program ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,defense1 and other heads of relevant ,federal agencies1 shall establish a pilot program to make airspace data feeds containing controlled unclassified information available to qualified users 7as determined by the ,administrator71 consistent with subsection 7b74 7b7 ,authorization ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,defense and other heads of relevant ,federal agencies1 shall establish a process to authorize qualified users to receive airspace data feeds containing controlled unclassified information related to air traffic within the national airspace system and use such information in an agreed upon manner to-- 7#a7 provide and enable-- 7,a7 air traffic management services2 and 7,b7 unmanned aircraft system traffic management services2 or 7#b7 to test technologies that may enable or enhance the provision of the services described in paragraph 7#a74 7c7 ,consultation ,in establishing the process described in subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall consult with representatives of the unmanned aircraft systems industry and related technical groups to identify an efficient1 secure1 and effective format and method for providing data described in this section4 7d7 ,briefing ,not later than #ij days after establishing the pilot program under subsection 7a71 and annually thereafter through #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the findings of the pilot program established under this section4 7e7 ,sunset ,this section shall cease to be effective on ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #ijf4 ,electronic conspicuity study 7a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a study of technologies and methods that may be used by operators of unmanned aircraft systems to detect and avoid manned aircraft that may lawfully operate below #ejj feet above ground level and that are-- 7#a7 not equipped with a transponder or automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast out equipment2 or 7#b7 otherwise not electronically conspicuous4 7b7 ,consultation ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall consult with-- 7#a7 representatives of-- 7,a7 unmanned aircraft systems manufacturers and operators2 7,b7 general aviation operators2 7,c7 agricultural aircraft operators2 7,d7 helicopter operators2 and 7,e7 ,state and local governments2 and 7#b7 any other stakeholder the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 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 describing the results of such study4 #ijg4 ,remote identification alternative means of compliance 7a7 ,evaluation ,the ,administrator shall review and evaluate the final rule of the ,,faa titled ,remote ,identification of ,unmanned ,aircraft1 issued on ,january #ae1 #bjba 7#hf ,fed4 ,reg4 #dcij71 to determine whether unmanned aircraft manufacturers and operators can meet the intent of such final rule through alternative means of compliance1 including through network-based remote identification4 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 results of the evaluation under subsection 7a74 #ijh4 ,part #ajg waiver improvements 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall adopt a performance- and risk-based approach in reviewing requests for certificates of waiver under section #ajg4bjj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,standardization of waiver application 7#a7 ,in general ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall improve the process to submit requests for certificates of waiver described in subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,format ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator may not require the use of open-ended descriptive prompts that are required to be filled out by an applicant1 except to provide applicants the ability to provide the ,,faa with information for an unusual or irregular operation4 7#c7 ,data 7,a7 ,in general ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall leverage data gathered from previous requests for certificates of waivers4 7,b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall safely use-- 7i7 big data analytics2 and 7ii7 machine learning4 7c7 ,consideration of property access 7#a7 ,in general ,in determining whether to issue a certificate of waiver under section #ajg4bjj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 consider whether the waiver applicant has control over access to all real property on the ground within the area of operation2 and 7,b7 recognize and account for the safety enhancements of such controlled access4 7#b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection shall be construed to influence the extent to which the ,administrator considers a lack of control over access to all real property on the ground within an area of operation as affecting the safety of an operation intended to be conducted under such certificate of waiver4 7d7 ,public availability of waivers 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall publish all certificates of waiver issued under section #ajg4bjj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 on the website of the ,,faa1 including1 with respect to each issued certificate of waiver-- 7,a7 the terms1 conditions1 and limitations2 and 7,b7 the class of airspace and any restrictions related to operating near airports or heliports4 7#b7 ,publication ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that published information is made available in a manner that prevents inappropriate disclosure of proprietary information4 7e7 ,precedential use of previously approved waivers 7#a7 ,waiver approval precedent ,if the ,administrator determines1 using criteria for a particular waiver1 that an application for a certificate of waiver issued under section #ajg4bjj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 is substantially similar 7or is comprised of elements that are substantially similar7 to an application for a certificate of waiver that the ,administrator has previously approved1 the ,administrator may streamline1 as appropriate1 the approval of applications for such a particular waiver4 7#b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in paragraph 7#a7 shall be construed to preclude an applicant for a certificate of waiver from applying to modify a condition or remove a limitation of such certificate4 7f7 ,modification of waivers 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall establish an expedited review process for a request to modify or renew certificates of waiver previously issued under section #ajg4bjj of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 as appropriate4 7#b7 ,use of review process ,the review process established under paragraph 7#a7 shall be used to modify or renew certificates of waiver that cover operations that are substantially similar in all material facts to operations covered under a previously issued certificate of waiver4 #iji4 ,environmental review and noise certification 7a7 ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act guidance ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall publish unmanned aircraft system-specific environmental review guidance and implementation procedures and1 thereafter1 revise such guidance and procedures as appropriate to carry out the requirements of this section4 7b7 ,prioritization ,the guidance and procedures established by the ,administrator under subsection 7a7 shall include processes that allow for the prioritization of project applications and activities that-- 7#a7 offset or limit the impacts of non-zero emission activities2 7#b7 offset or limit the release of environmental pollutants to soil or water2 or 7#c7 demonstrate other factors that benefit human safety or the environment1 as determined by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,programmatic level approach to ,,nepa review ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall examine and integrate programmatic-level approaches to the requirements of the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 by which the ,administrator can-- 7#a7 leverage an environmental review for unmanned aircraft operations within a defined geographic region1 including within and over commercial sites1 industrial sites1 or other sites closed or restricted to the public2 and 7#b7 leverage an environmental assessment or environmental impact statement for nationwide programmatic approaches for large scale distributed unmanned aircraft operations4 7d7 ,developing #a or more categorical exclusions 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall engage in periodic consultations with the ,council on ,environmental ,quality to identify actions that are appropriate for a new categorical exclusion and shall incorporate such actions in ,,faa ,order #ajej4a;,f 7or successor order7 as considered appropriate by the ,administrator to more easily allow for safe commercial operations of unmanned aircraft4 7#b7 ,prior operations ,the ,administrator shall review existing categorical exclusions for applicability to unmanned aircraft operations in accordance with the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 and subchapter ,a of chapter ,v of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7e7 ,briefing ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the plan of the ,administrator to implement subsection 7a74 7f7 ,nonapplication of noise certification requirements pending standards development 7#a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding the requirements of section #ddgae of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 waive the determination of compliance with part #cf of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for an applicant seeking unmanned aircraft type and airworthiness certifications2 and 7,b7 not deny1 withhold1 or delay such certifications due to the absence of a noise certification basis under such part1 if the ,administrator has developed appropriate noise measurement procedures for unmanned aircraft and the ,administrator has received from the applicant the noise measurement results based on such procedures4 7#b7 ,duration ,the nonapplication of the noise certification requirements under paragraph 7#a7 shall continue until the ,administrator finalizes the noise certification requirements for unmanned aircraft in part #cf of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or another part of title #ad of such ,code1 as required under paragraph 7#c74 7#c7 ,associated ,,uas certification standards 7,a7 ,development of criteria ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop and establish substantive criteria and standard metrics to determine whether to approve an unmanned aircraft pursuant to part #cf of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7,b7 ,substantive criteria and standard metrics ,in establishing the substantive criteria and standard metrics under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall include criteria and metrics related to the noise impacts of an unmanned aircraft4 7,c7 ,publication ,the ,administrator shall publish in the ,federal ,register and post on the website of the ,,faa the criteria and metrics established under subparagraph 7,a74 7g7 ,concurrent reviews ,if the ,administrator determines that the design1 construction1 maintenance and operational sustainability1 airworthiness approval1 or operational approval of an unmanned aircraft require environmental assessments1 including under the requirements of the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq471 the ,administrator shall1 to the maximum extent practicable1 conduct such reviews and analyses concurrently4 7h7 ,third-party support ,in implementing subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall allow for the engagement of approved specialized third parties1 as appropriate1 to support an applicant's preparation of1 or the ,administration's preparation and review of1 documentation relating to the requirements of the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 to ensure streamlined timelines for complex reviews4 7i7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed as prohibiting1 restricting1 or otherwise limiting the authority of the ,administrator from implementing or complying with the requirements of the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 and any related requirements to ensure the protection of the environment and aviation safety4 #iaj4 ,unmanned aircraft system use in wildfire response 7a7 ,unmanned aircraft systems in wildfire response 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,chief of the ,forest ,service1 the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration1 and any other ,federal entity 7or a contracted unmanned aircraft system operator of a ,federal entity7 the ,administrator considers appropriate1 shall develop a plan for the use of unmanned aircraft systems by public entities in wildfire response efforts1 including wildfire detection1 mitigation1 and suppression4 7#b7 ,plan contents ,the plan developed under paragraph 7#a7 shall include recommendations to-- 7,a7 identify and designate areas of public land with high potential for wildfires in which public entities may conduct unmanned aircraft system operations beyond visual line of sight as part of wildfire response efforts1 including wildfire detection1 mitigation1 and suppression2 7,b7 develop a process to facilitate the safe and efficient operation of unmanned aircraft systems beyond the visual line of sight in wildfire response efforts in areas designated under subparagraph 7,a71 including a waiver process under section #ia4aac or section #ajg4ca of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for public entities that use unmanned aircraft systems for aerial wildfire detection1 mitigation1 and suppression2 and 7,c7 improve coordination between the relevant ,federal agencies and public entities on the use of unmanned aircraft systems in wildfire response efforts4 7#c7 ,plan submission ,upon completion of the plan under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall submit such plan to1 and provide a briefing for1 the appropriate committees of ,congress and the ,committee on ,science1 ,space1 and ,technology of the ,house of ,representatives4 7#d7 ,publication ,upon submission of the plan under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall publish such plan on a publicly available website of the ,,faa4 7b7 ,applicability ,the plan developed under this section shall cover only unmanned aircraft systems that are-- 7#a7 operated by1 or on behalf of1 a public entity2 7#b7 operated in airspace covered by a wildfire-related temporary flight restriction under section #ia4acg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#c7 under the operational control of1 or otherwise are being operationally coordinated by1 an authorized aviation coordinator responsible for coordinating disaster response aircraft within the airspace covered by such temporary flight restriction4 7c7 ,interagency coordination ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into the necessary agreements to provide a liaison of the ,administration to the ,national ,interagency ,fire ,center to facilitate the implementation of the plan developed under this section and the use of manned and unmanned aircraft in wildfire response efforts1 including wildfire detection1 mitigation1 and suppression4 7d7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall be construed to confer upon the ,administrator the authorities of the ,administrator of the ,federal ,emergency ,management ,agency under section #faa of the ,robert ,t4 ,stafford ,disaster ,relief and ,emergency ,assistance ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #eaif74 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,public entity ,the term public entity means-- 7,a7 a ,federal agency2 7,b7 a ,state government2 7,c7 a local government2 7,d7 a ,tribal ,government2 and 7,e7 a territorial government4 7#b7 ,public land ,the term public land has the meaning given such term in section #bje of the ,sikes ,act 7#af ,u4,s4,c4 #fgjk74 7#c7 ,wildfire ,the term wildfire has the meaning given that term in section #b of the ,emergency ,wildfire ,suppression ,act 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #ahefm74 #iaa4 ,pilot program for ,,uas inspections of ,,faa infrastructure 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall initiate a pilot program to supplement inspection and oversight activities of the ,department of ,transportation with unmanned aircraft systems to increase employee safety1 enhance data collection1 increase the accuracy of inspections1 reduce costs1 and for other purposes the ,secretary considers to be appropriate4 7b7 ,ground-based aviation infrastructure ,in participating in the program under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall evaluate the use of unmanned aircraft systems to inspect ground-based aviation infrastructure that may require visual inspection in hard-to-reach areas1 including-- 7#a7 navigational aids2 7#b7 air traffic control towers2 7#c7 radar facilities2 7#d7 communication facilities2 and 7#e7 other air traffic control facilities4 7c7 ,coordination ,in carrying out subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall consult with the labor union certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 to represent personnel responsible for the inspection of the ground-based aviation infrastructure4 7d7 ,briefing ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter until the termination of the pilot program under this section1 the ,secretary shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing on the status and results of the pilot program established under subsection 7a71 including-- 7#a7 cost savings2 7#b7 a description of how unmanned aircraft systems were used to supplement existing inspection1 data collection1 or oversight activities of ,department employees1 including the number of operations and types of activities performed2 7#c7 efficiency or safety improvements1 if any1 associated with the use of unmanned aircraft systems to supplement conventional inspection1 data collection1 or oversight activities2 7#d7 the fleet of unmanned aircraft systems maintained by the ,department for the program1 or an overview of the services used as part of the pilot program2 and 7#e7 recommendations for improving the use or efficacy of unmanned aircraft systems to supplement the ,department's inspection1 data collection1 or oversight activities4 7e7 ,sunset and incorporation into standard practice 7#a7 ,sunset ,the pilot program established under subsection 7a7 and the briefing requirement under subsection 7d7 shall terminate on the date that is #d years after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7#b7 ,incorporation into standard practice ,upon termination of the pilot program under this section1 the ,secretary shall assess the results and determine whether to permanently incorporate the use of unmanned aircraft systems into the regular inspection1 data collection1 and oversight activities of the ,department4 7#c7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #i months after the termination of the pilot program under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the final results of the pilot program and the actions taken by the ,administrator under paragraph 7#b74 #iab4 ,drone infrastructure inspection grant program 7a7 ,authority ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall establish an unmanned aircraft system infrastructure inspection grant program to provide grants to governmental entities to facilitate the use of small unmanned aircraft systems to support more efficient inspection1 operation1 construction1 maintenance1 and repair of an element of critical infrastructure to improve worker safety related to projects4 7b7 ,use of grant amounts ,a governmental entity may use a grant provided under this section to-- 7#a7 purchase or lease small unmanned aircraft systems2 7#b7 support the operational capabilities of small unmanned aircraft systems used by the governmental entity2 7#c7 contract for services performed using a small unmanned aircraft system in circumstances in which the governmental entity does not have the resources or expertise to safely carry out or assist in carrying out the activities described under subsection 7a72 and 7#d7 support the program management capability of the governmental entity to use or contract the use of a small unmanned aircraft system1 as described in paragraph 7#c74 7c7 ,application ,to be eligible to receive a grant under this section1 a governmental entity shall submit to the ,secretary an application at such time1 in such form1 and containing such information as the ,secretary may require1 including an assurance that the governmental entity or any contractor of the governmental entity1 will comply with relevant ,federal regulations4 7d7 ,selection of applicants ,in selecting an application for a grant under this section1 the ,secretary shall prioritize applications that propose to-- 7#a7 carry out a project in a variety of communities1 including urban1 suburban1 rural1 ,tribal1 or any other type of community2 and 7#b7 address a safety risk in the inspection1 operation1 construction1 maintenance1 or repair of an element of critical infrastructure4 7e7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to interfere with an agreement between a governmental entity and a labor union1 including the requirements of section #eccc7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7f7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #b years after the first grant is provided under this section1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that evaluates the program carried out under this section that includes-- 7#a7 a description of the number of grants provided under this section2 7#b7 the amount of each grant provided under this section2 7#c7 the activities carried out with a grant provided under this section2 and 7#d7 the effectiveness of such activities in meeting the objectives described in subsection 7a74 7g7 ,funding 7#a7 ,federal share 7,a7 ,in general ,except as provided in subparagraph 7,b71 the ,federal share of the cost of a project carried out using a grant provided under this section shall not exceed #ej percent of the total project cost4 7,b7 ,waiver ,the ,secretary may increase the ,federal share under subparagraph 7,a7 to up to #ge percent for a project carried out using a grant provided under this section by a governmental entity if such entity-- 7i7 submits a written application to the ,secretary requesting an increase in the ,federal share2 and 7ii7 demonstrates that the additional assistance is necessary to facilitate the acceptance and full use of a grant under this section1 such as alleviating economic hardship1 meeting additional workforce needs1 or any other uses that the ,secretary determines to be appropriate4 7#b7 ,authorization of appropriations ,out of amounts authorized to be appropriated under section #ajf7k7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the following amounts are authorized to carry out this section3 7,a7 #ab1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe4 7,b7 #ab1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf4 7,c7 #ab1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg4 7,d7 #ab1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 7h7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,critical infrastructure ,the term critical infrastructure has the meaning given such term in subsection 7e7 of the ,critical ,infrastructures ,protection ,act of #bjja 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #eaie;c7e774 7#b7 ,element of critical infrastructure ,the term element of critical infrastructure means a critical infrastructure facility or asset1 including public bridges1 tunnels1 roads1 highways1 dams1 electric grid1 water infrastructure1 communication systems1 pipelines1 or other related facilities or assets1 as determined by the ,secretary4 7#c7 ,governmental entity ,the term governmental entity means-- 7,a7 a ,state1 the ,district of ,columbia1 the ,commonwealth of ,puerto ,rico1 a territory of the ,united ,states1 or a political subdivision thereof2 7,b7 a unit of local government2 7,c7 a ,tribal government2 7,d7 a metropolitan planning organization2 or 7,e7 a consortia of more than #a of the entities described in subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,d74 7#d7 ,project ,the term project means a project for the inspection1 operation1 construction1 maintenance1 or repair of an element of critical infrastructure1 including mitigating environmental hazards to such infrastructure4 #iac4 ,drone education and workforce training grant program 7a7 ,authority ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish a drone education and training grant program to make grants to educational institutions for workforce training for small unmanned aircraft systems4 7b7 ,use of grant amounts ,amounts from a grant under this section shall be used in furtherance of activities authorized under section #fca and #fcb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 7c7 ,eligibility ,to be eligible to receive a grant under this section1 an educational institution shall submit an application to the ,secretary at such time1 in such form1 and containing such information as the ,secretary may require4 7d7 ,authorization of appropriations ,out of amounts authorized to be appropriated under section #ajf7k7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the ,secretary shall make available to carry out this section #e1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh4 7e7 ,educational institution defined ,in this section1 the term educational institution means an institution of higher education 7as such term is defined in section #aja of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja77 that participates in a program authorized under sections #fca and #fcb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 #iad4 ,drone workforce training program study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study of the effectiveness of the ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,collegiate ,training ,initiative established under section #fcb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 7b7 ,report ,upon completion of the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing-- 7#a7 the findings of such study2 and 7#b7 any recommendations to improve the ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,collegiate ,training ,initiative4 #iae4 ,termination of ,advanced ,aviation ,advisory ,committee ,the ,secretary may not renew the charter of the ,advanced ,aviation ,advisory ,committee 7chartered by the ,secretary on ,june #aj1 #bjbb74 #iaf4 ,unmanned and ,autonomous ,flight ,advisory ,committee 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the termination of the ,advanced ,aviation ,advisory ,committee pursuant to section #iae1 the ,administrator shall establish an ,unmanned and ,autonomous ,flight ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,advisory ,committee74 7b7 ,duties ,the ,advisory ,committee shall provide the ,administrator advice on policy- and technical-level issues related to unmanned and autonomous aviation operations and activities1 including1 at a minimum1 the following3 7#a7 ,the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems and autonomous flight operations into the national airspace system1 including feedback on-- 7,a7 the certification and operational standards of highly automated aircraft1 unmanned aircraft1 and associated elements of such aircraft2 7,b7 coordination of procedures for operations in controlled and uncontrolled airspace2 and 7,c7 communication protocols4 7#b7 ,the use cases of unmanned aircraft systems1 including evaluating and assessing the potential benefits of using unmanned aircraft systems4 7#c7 ,the development of processes and methodologies to address safety concerns related to the operation of unmanned aircraft systems1 including risk assessments and mitigation strategies4 7#d7 ,unmanned aircraft system training1 education1 and workforce development programs1 including evaluating aeronautical knowledge gaps in the unmanned aircraft system workforce1 assessing the workforce needs of unmanned aircraft system operations1 and establishing a strong pipeline to ensure a robust unmanned aircraft system workforce4 7#e7 ,the analysis of unmanned aircraft system data and trends4 7#f7 ,unmanned aircraft system infrastructure1 including the use of existing aviation infrastructure and the development of necessary infrastructure4 7c7 ,membership 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,advisory ,committee shall be composed of not more than #ab members4 7#b7 ,representatives ,the ,advisory ,committee shall include at least #a representative of each of the following3 7,a7 ,commercial operators of unmanned aircraft systems4 7,b7 ,unmanned aircraft system manufacturers4 7,c7 ,counter-,,uas manufacturers4 7,d7 ,,faa-approved unmanned aircraft system service suppliers4 7,e7 ,unmanned aircraft system test ranges under section #ddhjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7,f7 ,an unmanned aircraft system physical infrastructure network provider4 7,g7 ,community advocates4 7,h7 ,certified labor organizations representing commercial airline pilots1 air traffic control specialists employed by the ,administration1 certified aircraft maintenance technicians1 certified aircraft dispatchers1 or aviation safety inspectors4 7,i7 ,academia or a relevant research organization4 7#c7 ,observers ,the ,administrator may invite appropriate representatives of other ,federal agencies to observe or provide input on the work of the ,advisory ,committee1 but shall not allow such representatives to participate in any decision-making of the ,advisory ,committee4 7d7 ,reporting 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,advisory ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator an annual report of the activities1 findings1 and recommendations of the ,committee4 7#b7 ,congressional reporting ,the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress the reports required under paragraph 7#a74 7e7 ,prohibition ,the ,administrator may not task the ,advisory ,committee established under this section with a review or the development of recommendations relating to operations conducted under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #iag4 ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee membership expansion 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall take such actions as may be necessary to expand the membership of the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee 7chartered by the ,secretary on ,june #ae1 #bjbb7 to include #a representative from the unmanned aircraft system industry and #a representative from the powered-lift industry4 7b7 ,qualifications ,the representatives required under subsection 7a7 shall have the following qualifications1 as applicable3 7#a7 ,demonstrated expertise in the design1 manufacturing1 or operation of unmanned aircraft systems and powered-lift aircraft4 7#b7 ,demonstrated experience in the development or implementation of unmanned aircraft system and powered-lift aircraft policies and procedures4 7#c7 ,demonstrated commitment to advancing the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems and powered-lift aircraft into the national airspace system4 #iah4 ,interagency coordination 7a7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 the purpose of the joint ,department of ,defense-,federal ,aviation ,administration executive committee 7in this section referred to as the ,executive ,committee7 on conflict and dispute resolution as described in section #ajcf7;b7 of the ,duncan ,hunter ,national ,defense ,authorization ,act for ,fiscal ,year #bjji 7,public ,law #aaj-dag7 is to resolve disputes on the matters of policy and procedures between the ,department of ,defense and the ,federal ,aviation ,administration relating to airspace1 aircraft certifications1 aircrew training1 and other issues1 including the access of unmanned aerial systems of the ,department of ,defense to the national airspace system2 7#b7 by mutual agreement of ,executive ,committee leadership1 operating with the best of intentions1 the current scope of activities and membership of the ,executive ,committee has exceeded the original intent of1 and tasking to1 the ,executive ,committee2 and 7#c7 the expansion described in paragraph 7#b7 has resulted in an imbalance in the oversight of certain ,federal entities in matters concerning civil aviation safety and security4 7b7 ,charter 7#a7 ,charter revision ,not later than #de days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to revise the charter of the ,executive ,committee to reflect the scope1 objectives1 membership1 and activities described in section #ajcf7;b7 of the ,duncan ,hunter ,national ,defense ,authorization ,act for ,fiscal ,year #bjji 7,public ,law #aaj-dag7 in order to achieve the increasing1 and ultimately routine1 access of unmanned aircraft systems of the ,department of ,defense into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,sunset ,not earlier than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to sunset the activities of the ,executive ,committee by joint agreement of the ,administrator and the ,secretary of ,defense4 #iai4 ,review of regulations to enable unescorted ,,uas operations 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,defense1 conduct a review of the requirements necessary to permit unmanned aircraft systems 7excluding small unmanned aircraft systems7 operated by a ,federal agency or armed forces 7as such term is defined in section #aja of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code7 to be operated in the national airspace system1 including outside of restricted airspace1 without being escorted by a manned aircraft4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the completion of the review under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the review1 including any recommended regulatory and statutory changes to enable the operations described under subsection 7a74 #ibj4 ,extension of ,,beyond program 7a7 ,,faa ,,beyond program extension ,the ,administrator shall extend the ,,beyond program of the ,,faa as in effect on the day before the date of enactment of this ,act 7in this section referred to as the ,program7 and the existing agreements with ,state1 local1 and ,tribal governments entered into under the ,program until the date on which the ,administrator determines the ,program is no longer necessary or useful4 7b7 ,,faa ,,beyond ,program ,expansion 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall consider expanding the ,program to include additional ,state1 local1 and ,tribal governments to test and evaluate the use of new and emerging aviation concepts and technologies to evaluate and inform ,,faa policies1 rulemaking1 and guidance related to the safe integration of such concepts and technologies into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,scope ,if the ,administrator determines the ,program should be expanded1 the ,administrator shall address additional factors in the ,program1 including-- 7,a7 increasing automation in civil aircraft1 including unmanned aircraft systems and new or emerging aviation technologies2 7,b7 operations of such systems and technologies1 including beyond visual line of sight2 and 7,c7 the societal and economic impacts of such operations4 7#c7 ,additional waiver authority ,in carrying out an expansion of the ,program1 the ,administrator may waive the requirements of section #ddgaa of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 including related regulations1 under any ,,beyond program agreement to the extent consistent with aviation safety4 #iba4 ,,uas integration strategy 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall implement the recommendations made by-- 7#a7 the ,comptroller ,general to the ,secretary contained in the report of the ,government ,accountability ,office titled ,drones3 ,,faa ,should ,improve ,its ,approach to ,integrating ,drones into the ,national ,airspace ,system1 issued in ,january #bjbc 7,,gao-#bc-ajeahi72 and 7#b7 the inspector general of the ,department of ,transportation to the ,administrator contained in the audit report of the inspector general titled ,,faa ,made ,progress ,through ,its ,,uas ,integration ,pilot ,program1 but ,,faa and ,industry ,challenges ,remain ,to ,achieve ,full ,,uas ,integration1 issued in ,april #bjbb 7,project ,,id3 ,,av#bjbbjbg74 7b7 ,briefing ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and annually thereafter through #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall provide a briefing to the appropriate committees of ,congress that-- 7#a7 provides a status update on the-- 7,a7 implementation of the recommendations described in subsection 7a72 7,b7 implementation of statutory provisions related to unmanned aircraft system integration under subtitle ,b of title ,,iii of division ,b of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed72 and 7,c7 actions taken by the ,administrator to implement recommendations related to safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system included in aviation rulemaking committee reports published after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed72 7#b7 provides a description of steps taken to achieve the safe integration of such systems into the national airspace system1 including milestones and performance metrics to track results2 7#c7 provides the costs of executing the integration described in paragraph 7#b71 including any estimates of future ,federal resources or investments required to complete such integration2 and 7#d7 identifies any regulatory or policy changes required to execute the integration described in paragraph 7#b74 #ibb4 ,extension of ,know ,before ,you ,fly campaign ,section #cef of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed7 is amended by striking #bjai through #bjbc and inserting #bjbd through #bjbh4 #ibc4 ,public aircraft definition ,section #djabe7;a77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking research1 or and inserting research12 and 7#b7 by inserting 7including data collection on civil aviation systems undergoing research1 development1 test1 or evaluation at a test range 7as such term is defined in section #ddhja771 infrastructure inspections1 or any other activity undertaken by a governmental entity that the ,administrator determines is inherently governmental after biological or geological resource management4 #ibd4 ,,faa comprehensive plan on ,,uas automation 7a7 ,comprehensive plan ,the ,administrator shall establish a comprehensive plan for the integration of autonomous unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7b7 ,comprehensive plan contents ,in establishing the comprehensive plan under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify ,,faa processes and regulations that need to change to accommodate the increasingly automated role of a remote operator of an unmanned aircraft system2 and 7#b7 identify how the ,administrator intends to authorize operations ranging from low risk automated operations to increasingly complex automated operations of such systems4 7c7 ,coordination ,in establishing the comprehensive plan under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consult with-- 7#a7 the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration2 7#b7 the ,department of ,defense2 7#c7 manufacturers of autonomous unmanned aircraft systems2 7#d7 operators of autonomous unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7#e7 other stakeholders with knowledge of automation in aviation1 the human-computer interface1 and aviation safety1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7d7 ,submission ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress1 the subcommittee on ,transportation1 ,housing and ,urban ,development1 and ,related ,agencies of the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,senate and the subcommittee on ,transportation1 ,housing and ,urban ,development1 and ,related ,agencies of the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,house of ,representatives the plan established under subsection 7a74 #ibe4 ,,uas test ranges 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking section #ddhjc and inserting the following3 #ddhjc4 ,unmanned aircraft system test ranges 7a7 ,test ranges 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall carry out and update1 as appropriate1 a program for the use of unmanned aircraft system 7in this section referred to as ,,uas7 test ranges to-- 7,a7 enable a broad variety of development1 testing1 and evaluation activities related to ,,uas and associated technologies2 and 7,b7 the extent consistent with aviation safety and efficiency1 support the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,designations 7,a7 ,existing test ranges ,test ranges designated under this section shall include the #g test ranges established under the following3 7i7 ,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 ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed74 7ii7 ,any other test ranges designated pursuant to the amendment made by section #bbja7;b7 of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 after the date of enactment of such ,act4 7,b7 ,new test ranges ,if the ,administrator finds that it is in the best interest of enabling safe ,,uas integration into the national airspace system1 the ,administrator may select and designate as a test range under this section up to #b additional test ranges in accordance with the requirements of this section through a competitive selection process4 7,c7 ,limitation ,not more than #i test ranges designated under this section shall be part of the program established under this section at any given time4 7#c7 ,eligibility ,test ranges selected by the ,administrator pursuant to 7#b77;,b7 shall-- 7,a7 be an instrumentality of a ,state1 local1 ,tribal1 or territorial government or other public entity2 7,b7 be approved by the chief executive officer of the ,state1 local1 territorial1 or ,tribal government for the principal place of business of the applicant1 prior to seeking designation by the ,administrator2 7,c7 undertake and ensure testing and evaluation of innovative concepts1 technologies1 and operations that will offer new safety benefits1 including developing and retaining an advanced aviation industrial base within the ,united ,states2 and 7,d7 meet any other requirements established by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,airspace requirements 7#a7 ,in general ,in carrying out the program under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may establish1 upon the request of a test range sponsor designated by the ,administrator under subsection 7a71 a restricted area1 special use airspace1 or other similar type of airspace pursuant to part #gc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for purposes of-- 7,a7 accommodating hazardous development1 testing1 and evaluation activities to inform the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system2 or 7,b7 other activities authorized by the ,administrator pursuant to subsection 7f74 7#b7 ,,nepa review ,the ,administrator may require that each test range sponsor designated by the ,administrator under subsection 7a7 provide a draft environmental review consistent with the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq471 subject to the supervision of and adoption by the ,administrator1 with respect to any request for the establishment of a restricted area1 special use airspace1 or other similar type of airspace under this subsection4 7#c7 ,inactive restricted area or special use airspace 7,a7 ,in general ,in the event a restricted area1 special use airspace1 or other similar type of airspace established under paragraph 7#a7 is not needed to meet the needs of the using agency 7as described in subparagraph 7,b771 any related airspace restrictions1 limitations1 or designations shall be inactive4 7,b7 ,using agency ,for purposes of this subsection1 a test range sponsor designated by the ,administrator under subsection 7a7 shall be considered the using agency with respect to a restricted area established by the ,administrator under this subsection4 7#d7 ,approval authority ,the ,administrator shall have the authority to approve access by a participating or nonparticipating operator to a test range or restricted area1 special use airspace1 or other similar type of airspace established by the ,administrator under this subsection4 7c7 ,program requirements ,in carrying out the program under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator-- 7#a7 may develop operational standards and air traffic requirements for flight operations at test ranges2 7#b7 shall coordinate with1 and leverage the resources of1 the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration and other relevant ,federal agencies1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator2 7#c7 shall address both civil and public aircraft operations2 7#d7 shall provide for verification of the safety of flight systems and related navigation procedures as such systems and procedures relate to the continued development of regulations and standards for integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system2 7#e7 shall engage test range sponsors1 as necessary and with available resources1 in projects for development1 testing1 and evaluation of flight systems1 including activities conducted pursuant to section #ajdb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 to facilitate the development of regulations and the validation of standards by the ,administrator for the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system1 which may include activities related to-- 7,a7 developing and enforcing geographic and altitude limitations2 7,b7 providing for alerts regarding any hazards or limitations on flight1 including prohibition on flight1 as necessary2 7,c7 developing or validating sense and avoid capabilities2 7,d7 developing or validating technology to support communications1 navigation1 and surveillance2 7,e7 testing or validating operational concepts and technologies related to beyond visual line of sight operations1 autonomous operations1 nighttime operations1 operations over people1 operations involving multiple unmanned aircraft systems by a single pilot or operator1 and unmanned aircraft systems traffic management capabilities or services2 7,f7 improving privacy protections through the use of advances in unmanned aircraft systems2 7,g7 conducting counter-,,uas testing capabilities1 with the approval of the ,administrator2 and 7,h7 other relevant topics for which development1 testing or evaluation are needed2 7#f7 shall develop data sharing and collection requirements for test ranges to support the unmanned aircraft systems integration efforts of the ,administration and coordinate periodically with all test range sponsors to ensure the test range sponsors know-- 7,a7 what data should be collected2 7,b7 how data can be de-identified to flow more readily to the ,administration2 7,c7 what procedures should be followed2 and 7,d7 what development1 testing1 and evaluation would advance efforts to safely integrate unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system2 7#g7 shall allow test range sponsors to receive ,federal funding1 including in-kind contributions1 other than from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in furtherance of research1 development1 testing1 and evaluation objectives2 and 7#h7 shall use modeling and simulation tools to assist in the testing1 evaluation1 verification1 and validation of unmanned aircraft systems4 7d7 ,exemption ,except as provided in subsection 7f71 the requirements of section #ddgaa1 including any related implementing regulations1 shall not apply to persons approved by the test range sponsor for operation at a test range designated by the ,administrator under this section4 7e7 ,responsibilities of test range sponsors ,the sponsor of each test range designated by the ,administrator under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 provide access to all interested private and public entities seeking to carry out research1 development1 testing and evaluation activities at the test range designated pursuant to this section1 to the greatest extent practicable1 consistent with safety and any operating procedures established by the test range sponsor1 including access by small business concerns 7as such term is defined in section #c of the ,small ,business ,act 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #fcb772 7#b7 ensure all activities remain within the geographical boundaries and altitude limitations established for any restricted area1 special use airspace1 or other similar type of airspace covering the test range2 7#c7 ensure no activity is conducted at the designated test range in a careless or reckless manner2 7#d7 establish safe operating procedures for all operators approved for activities at the test range1 including provisions for maintaining operational control and ensuring protection of persons and property on the ground1 subject to approval by the ,administrator2 7#e7 exercise direct oversight of all operations conducted at the test range2 7#f7 consult with the ,administrator on the nature of planned activities at the test range and whether temporary segregation of the airspace is required to contain such activities consistent with aviation safety2 7#g7 protect proprietary technology1 sensitive data1 or sensitive research of any civil or private entity when using the test range2 7#h7 maintain detailed records of all ongoing and completed activities conducted at the test range and all operators conducting such activities1 for inspection by1 and reporting to1 the ,administrator1 as required by agreement between the ,administrator and the test range sponsor2 7#i7 make all original records available for inspection upon request by the ,administrator2 and 7#aj7 provide recommendations1 on a quarterly basis until the program terminates1 to the ,administrator to further enable public and private development1 testing1 and evaluation activities at the test ranges to contribute to the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7f7 ,testing 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator may authorize a sponsor of a test range designated under subsection 7a7 to host research1 development1 testing1 and evaluation activities1 including activities conducted pursuant to section #ajdb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 as appropriate1 other than activities directly related to the integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system1 so long as the activity is necessary to inform the development of regulations1 standards1 or policy for integrating new types of flight systems into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,waiver ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator may waive the requirements of section #ddgaa 7including any related implementing regulations7 to the extent the ,administrator determines such waiver is consistent with aviation safety4 7g7 ,collaborative research and development agreements ,the ,administrator may use the transaction authority under section #ajf7l77#f71 including in coordination with the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems1 to enter into collaborative research and development agreements or to direct research1 development1 testing1 and evaluation related to unmanned aircraft systems1 including activities conducted pursuant to section #ajdb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 as appropriate1 at any test range designated under subsection 7a74 7h7 ,authorization of appropriations 7#a7 ,establishment ,out of amounts authorized to be appropriated under section #ajf7k71 #f1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh1 shall be available to the ,administrator for the purposes of-- 7,a7 providing matching funds to commercial entities that contract with a ,,uas test range to demonstrate or validate technologies that the ,,faa considers essential to the safe integration of ,,uas into the national airspace system2 and 7,b7 supporting or performing such demonstration and validation activities described in subparagraph 7,a7 at a test range designated under the section4 7#b7 ,disbursement ,funding provided under this subsection shall be divided evenly among all ,,uas test ranges designated under this section1 for the purpose of providing matching funds to commercial entities described in paragraph 7#a7 and available until expended4 7i7 ,termination ,the program under this section shall terminate on ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendments 7#a7 ,conforming amendment ,section #ddhja7aj7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking any of the #f test ranges established by the ,administrator 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 ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah1 and any public entity authorized by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration as an unmanned aircraft system flight test center before ,january #a1 #bjji and inserting the test ranges designated by the ,administrator under section #ddhjc4 7#b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #ddhjc and inserting the following3 #ddhjc4 ,unmanned aircraft system test ranges4 4 7c7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that the test ranges designated under section #ddhjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall-- 7#a7 provide fair and accessible services to a broad variety of unmanned aircraft technology developers1 to the extent practicable2 7#b7 operate in the best interest of domestic technology developers in terms of intellectual property and proprietary data protections2 and 7#c7 comply with data sharing and collection requirements prescribed by the ,,faa4 #ibf4 ,public safety use of tethered ,,uas 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddhjf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the section heading by inserting and public safety use of tethered unmanned aircraft systems after systems2 7#b7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in the subsection heading by inserting safety use of after public2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a7-- 7,i7 by striking ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the and inserting ,the2 7,,ii7 by striking permit the use of and inserting permit2 7,,iii7 by striking public2 and 7,,iv7 by inserting by a public safety organization for such systems after systems2 7ii7 by striking subparagraph 7,a7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 operated-- 7i7 at or below an altitude of #aej feet above ground level within class ,b1 ,c1 ,d1 ,e1 or ,g airspace1 but not at a greater altitude than the ceiling depicted on the ,,uas ,facility ,maps published by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 where applicable2 7ii7 within zero-grid airspaces as depicted on such ,,uas ,facility ,maps1 only if operated in life-saving or emergency situations and with prior notification to the ,administration in a manner determined by the ,administrator2 or 7iii7 above #aej feet above ground level within class ,b1 ,c1 ,d1 ,e1 or ,g airspace only with prior authorization from the ,administrator2 2 7iii7 by striking subparagraph 7,b72 and 7iv7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,c71 7,d71 and 7,e7 as subparagraphs 7,b71 7,c71 and 7,d71 respectively2 and 7,c7 in paragraph 7#c7 by striking ,public actively and inserting ,actively2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7e7 ,definition ,in this section1 the term public safety organization means an entity that primarily engages in activities related to the safety and well-being of the general public1 including law enforcement1 fire departments1 emergency medical services1 and other organizations that protect and serve the public in matters of safety and security4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #ddhjf and inserting the following3 #ddhjf4 ,public unmanned aircraft systems and public safety use of tethered unmanned aircraft systems4 4 7c7 ,definition ,section #ddhja7a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subparagraph 7,a7 and inserting3 7,a7 weighs #ee pounds or less1 including payload but not including the tether2 2 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by striking and at the end2 7#c7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon2 and 7#d7 by adding at the end the following3 7,d7 is able to maintain safe flight control in the event of a power or flight control failure during flight2 and 7,e7 is programmed to initiate a controlled landing in the event of a tether separation4 4 #ibg4 ,extending special authority for certain unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,extension ,section #ddhjg7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjcc4 7b7 ,clarification ,section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 by inserting or chapter #ddg after ,notwithstanding any other requirement of this chapter2 7,b7 by striking the ,secretary of ,transportation and inserting the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 and 7,c7 by striking if certain and inserting how2 7#b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 by striking ,secretary and inserting ,administrator2 and 7,b7 by striking which types of and inserting how such4 7#c7 by striking subsection 7c7 and inserting the following3 7c7 ,requirements for safe operation 7#a7 ,in general ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator shall establish requirements1 or a process to accept proposed requirements1 for the safe and efficient operation of unmanned aircraft systems in the national airspace system1 including operations related to testing and evaluation of proprietary systems4 7#b7 ,expedited exemptions and approvals ,the ,administrator shall1 taking into account the statutory mandate to ensure safe and efficient use of the national airspace system1 issue approvals-- 7,a7 to enable low-risk beyond visual line of sight operations1 including1 at a minimum1 package delivery operations1 extended visual line of sight operations1 or shielded operations within #ajj feet of the ground or a structure2 or 7,b7 that are aligned with ,administration exemptions or approvals that enable beyond visual line of sight operations with the use of acoustics1 ground based radar1 automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast1 and other technological solutions4 7#c7 ,treatment of mitigation measures ,to the extent that an operation under this section will be conducted exclusively within the airspace of a ,mode ,c ,veil1 such operation shall be treated as satisfying the requirements of section #ia4aac7;b7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 if the operation employs-- 7,a7 automatic dependent surveillance-broadcast in-based detect and avoid capabilities2 7,b7 air traffic control communication and coordination2 7,c7 aeronautical information management systems acceptable to the ,administrator1 such as notices to air missions1 to notify other airspace users of such operations2 or 7,d7 any other risk mitigations as set by the ,administrator4 7#d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this subsection shall be construed to-- 7,a7 provide an unmanned aircraft operating pursuant to this section the right of way over a manned aircraft2 or 7,b7 limit the authority of the ,administrator to impose requirements1 conditions1 or limitations on operations conducted under this section in order to address safety concerns4 2 and 7#d7 by adding at the end the following3 7e7 ,authority ,the ,administrator may exercise the authorities described in this section1 including waiving applicable parts of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 without initiating a rulemaking or imposing the requirements of part #aa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to the extent consistent with aviation safety4 4 7c7 ,clarification of status of previously issued rulemakings and exemptions 7#a7 ,rulemakings ,any rule issued pursuant to section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall continue to be in effect following the expiration of such authority4 7#b7 ,exemptions ,any exemption granted under the authority described in section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and in effect as of the expiration of such authority1 shall continue to be in effect until the date that is #c years after the date of termination described in such exemption1 provided the ,administrator does not determine there is a safety risk4 7#c7 ,rules of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to interfere with the ,administrator's-- 7,a7 authority to rescind or amend an exemption for reasons such as unsafe conditions or operator oversight2 or 7,b7 ability to grant an exemption based on a determination made pursuant to section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 prior to the date described in subsection 7d7 of such section4 #ibh4 ,recreational operations of drone systems 7a7 ,specified exception for limited recreational operations of unmanned aircraft ,section #ddhji of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking paragraph 7#f7 and inserting the following3 7#f7 ,except for circumstances when the ,administrator establishes alternative altitude ceilings or as otherwise authorized in section 7c71 in ,class ,g airspace1 the aircraft is flown from the surface to not more than #djj feet above ground level and complies with all airspace and flight restrictions and prohibitions established under this subtitle1 such as special use airspace designations and temporary flight restrictions4 2 7#b7 by striking subsection 7c7 and inserting the following3 7c7 ,operations at fixed sites 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall establish a process to approve1 and publicly disseminate the location of1 fixed sites at which a person may carry out recreational unmanned aircraft system operations4 7#b7 ,operating procedures 7,a7 ,controlled airspace ,persons operating unmanned aircraft under paragraph 7#a7 from a fixed site within ,class ,b1 ,class ,c1 or ,class ,d airspace or within the lateral boundaries of the surface area of ,class ,e airspace designated for an airport1 or a community-based organization sponsoring operations within such airspace1 shall make the location of the fixed site known to the ,administrator and shall establish a mutually agreed upon operating procedure with the air traffic control facility4 7,b7 ,altitude ,the ,administrator1 in coordination with community-based organizations sponsoring operations at fixed sites1 shall develop a process to approve requests for recreational unmanned aircraft systems operations at fixed sites that exceed the maximum altitude contained in a ,,uas ,facility ,map published by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7,c7 ,uncontrolled airspace ,subject to compliance with all airspace and flight restrictions and prohibitions established under this subtitle1 including special use airspace designations and temporary flight restrictions1 persons operating unmanned aircraft systems from a fixed site designated under the process described in paragraph 7#a7 may operate within ,class ,g airspace-- 7i7 up to #djj feet above ground level1 without prior authorization from the ,administrator2 and 7ii7 above #djj feet above ground level1 with prior authorization from the ,administrator4 7#c7 ,unmanned aircraft weighing #ee pounds or greater ,a person may operate an unmanned aircraft weighing #ee pounds or greater1 including the weight of anything attached to or carried by the aircraft1 if-- 7,a7 the unmanned aircraft complies with standards and limitations developed by a community-based organization and approved by the ,administrator2 and 7,b7 the aircraft is operated from a fixed site as described in paragraph 7#a74 7#d7 ,,faa-recognized identification areas ,in implementing subpart ,c of part #hi of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 the ,administrator shall prioritize the review and adjudication of requests to establish ,,faa ,recognized ,identification ,areas at fixed sites established under this section4 2 7#c7 in subsection 7d7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#c7 by striking subsection 7a7 of2 and 7,b7 by striking the subsection designation and heading and all that follows through 7#c7 ,savings clause4-- and inserting 7d7 ,savings clause4--2 7#d7 in subsection 7f77#a7 by striking updates to2 7#e7 by striking subsection 7g77#a7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator1 in consultation with manufacturers of unmanned aircraft systems1 community-based organizations1 and other industry stakeholders1 shall develop1 maintain1 and update1 as necessary1 an aeronautical knowledge and safety test4 ,such test shall be administered electronically by the ,administrator or a person designated by the ,administrator4 2 and 7#f7 in subsection 7h7-- 7,a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#f7 as paragraphs 7#b7 through 7#g71 respectively2 and 7,b7 by inserting before paragraph 7#b7 7as so redesignated7 the following3 7#a7 is recognized by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 4 7b7 ,use of unmanned aircraft systems for educational purposes ,section #cej of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddhji note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#b7 and 7#c7 as paragraphs 7#c7 and 7#d71 respectively2 and 7,b7 by inserting before paragraph 7#c7 7as so redesignated7 the following3 7#b7 operated by an elementary school1 a secondary school1 or an institution of higher education for educational or research purposes2 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7d7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#b7 by inserting an elementary school1 or a secondary school after with respect to the operation of an unmanned aircraft system by an institution of higher education12 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 ,elementary school ,the term elementary school has the meaning given to that term by section #haja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja7ai774 7#d7 ,secondary school ,the term secondary school has the meaning given to that term by section #haja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja7de774 4 #ibi4 ,applications for designation 7a7 ,in general ,section #bbji of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddhjb note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by inserting 1 including temporarily1 after restrict2 7#b7 in subsection 7b77#a77;,c77iv7 by striking ,other locations that warrant such restrictions and inserting ,state prisons2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,deadlines 7#a7 ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 the ,administrator shall publish a notice of proposed rulemaking to carry out the requirements of this section4 7#b7 ,not later than #af months after publishing the notice of proposed rulemaking under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule based on the notice of proposed rulemaking published under paragraph 7#a74 7g7 ,definition of ,state prison ,in this section1 the term ,state prison means an institution under ,state jurisdiction1 including a ,state ,department of ,corrections1 the primary use of which is for the confinement of individuals convicted of a felony4 4 #icj4 ,beyond visual line of sight operations for unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhaa4 ,beyond visual line of sight operations for unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,proposed rule ,not later than #d months after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd1 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking establishing a performance-based regulatory pathway for unmanned aircraft systems 7in this section referred to as ,,uas7 to operate beyond visual line of sight 7in this section referred to as ,,bvlos74 7b7 ,requirements ,the proposed rule required under subsection 7a7 shall1 at a minimum1 establish the following3 7#a7 ,acceptable levels of risk for ,,bvlos ,,uas operations1 including the levels developed pursuant to section #ica of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd4 7#b7 ,standards for remote pilots or ,,uas operators for ,,bvlos operations1 taking into account varying levels of automated control and management of ,,uas flights4 7#c7 ,an approval or acceptance process for ,,uas and associated elements 7as defined by the ,administrator71 which may leverage the creation of a special airworthiness certificate or a manufacturer's declaration of compliance to a ,federal ,aviation ,administration accepted means of compliance4 ,such process-- 7,a7 shall not require1 but may allow for1 the use of type or production certification2 7,b7 shall consider the airworthiness of any ,,uas that-- 7i7 is within a maximum gross weight or kinetic energy1 as determined by the ,administrator2 and 7ii7 operates within a maximum speed limit as determined by the ,administrator2 7,c7 may require such systems to operate in the national airspace system at altitude limits determined by the ,administrator2 and 7,d7 may require such systems to operate at standoff distances from the radius of a structure or the structure's immediate uppermost limit1 as determined by the ,administrator4 7#d7 ,operating rules for ,,uas that have been approved or accepted as described in paragraph 7#c74 7#e7 ,protocols1 if appropriate1 for networked information exchange1 such as network-based remote identification1 in support of ,,bvlos operations4 7#f7 ,the safety of manned aircraft operating in the national airspace system and consider the maneuverability and technology limitations of certain aircraft1 including hot air balloons4 7c7 ,final rule ,not later than #af months after publishing the proposed rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule based on such proposed rule4 7d7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall be construed to require the agency to rescope any rulemaking efforts related to ,,uas ,,bvlos operations that are ongoing as of the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhaa4 ,beyond visual line of sight operations for unmanned aircraft systems4 4 #ica4 ,acceptable levels of risk and risk assessment methodology 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop a risk assessment methodology that allows for the determination of acceptable levels of risk for unmanned aircraft system operations1 including operations beyond visual line of sight1 conducted-- 7#a7 under waivers issued to part #ajg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 pursuant to section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 or 7#c7 pursuant to other applicable regulations1 as appropriate4 7b7 ,risk assessment methodology considerations ,in establishing the risk assessment methodology under this section1 the ,administrator shall ensure alignment with the considerations included in the order issued by the ,,faa titled ,,uas ,safety ,risk ,management ,policy 7,,faa ,order #hjdj4f;,a71 and any subsequent amendments to such order1 as the ,administrator considers appropriate4 7c7 ,publication ,the ,administrator shall make the risk assessment methodology established under this section available to the public on an appropriate website of the ,administration and update such methodology as necessary4 #icb4 ,third-party service approvals 7a7 ,approval process ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall establish procedures1 which may include a rulemaking1 to approve third-party service suppliers1 including third-party service suppliers of unmanned aircraft system traffic management1 to support the safe integration and commercial operation of unmanned aircraft systems4 7b7 ,acceptance of standards ,in establishing the approval process required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that1 to the maximum extent practicable1 industry consensus standards1 such as ,,astm ,international ,standard ,f#cedh-ba1 titled ,,uas ,traffic ,management 7,,utm7 ,,uas ,service ,supplier 7,,uss7 ,interoperability1 are included as an acceptable means of compliance for third-party services4 7c7 ,approvals ,in establishing the approval process required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 define and implement criteria and conditions for the approval and oversight of third-party service suppliers that-- 7,a7 could have a direct or indirect impact on air traffic services in the national airspace system2 and 7,b7 require ,,faa oversight2 and 7#b7 establish procedures by which unmanned aircraft systems can use the capabilities and services of third-party service suppliers to support operations4 7d7 ,harmonization ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator shall seek to harmonize1 to the extent practicable and advisable1 any requirements and guidance for the development1 use1 and operation of third-party capabilities and services1 including ,,utm1 with similar requirements and guidance of other civil aviation authorities4 7e7 ,coordination ,in carrying out this section1 the ,administrator shall consider any relevant information provided by the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration regarding research and development efforts the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration may have conducted related to the use of ,,utm providers4 7f7 ,third-party service supplier defined ,in this section1 the term third-party service supplier means an entity other than the ,,faa that provides a distributed service that affects the safety or efficiency of the national airspace system1 including ,,uas service suppliers1 supplemental data service providers1 and infrastructure providers1 such as providers of ground-based surveillance1 command-and-control1 and information exchange to another party4 7g7 ,rules of construction 7#a7 ,beyond visual line of sight operations ,nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent or prohibit beyond visual line of sight operations of unmanned aircraft systems1 or other types of operations1 through the use of technologies other than third-party capabilities and services4 7#b7 ,airspace ,nothing in this section shall be construed to alter the authorities provided under section #djajc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #icc4 ,special authority for transport of hazardous materials by commercial package delivery unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,in general ,notwithstanding any other ,federal requirement or restriction related to the transportation of hazardous materials on aircraft1 the ,secretary shall1 beginning not later than #ahj days after enactment of this section1 use a risk-based approach to establish the operational requirements1 standards1 or special permits necessary to approve or authorize an air carrier to transport hazardous materials by unmanned aircraft systems providing common carriage under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or under successor authorities1 as applicable1 based on the weight1 amount1 and type of hazardous material being transported and the characteristics of the operations subject to such requirements1 standards1 or special purposes4 7b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall consider1 at a minimum-- 7#a7 the safety of the public and users of the national airspace system2 7#b7 efficiencies of allowing the safe transportation of hazardous materials by unmanned aircraft systems and whether such transportation complies with the hazardous materials regulations under subchapter ,c of chapter ,i of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 including any changes to such regulations issued pursuant to this section2 7#c7 the risk profile of the transportation of hazardous materials by unmanned aircraft systems1 taking into consideration the risk associated with differing weights1 quantities1 and packing group classifications of hazardous materials2 7#d7 mitigations to the risk of the hazardous materials being transported1 based on the weight1 amount1 and type of materials being transported and the characteristics of the operation1 including operational and aircraft-based mitigations2 and 7#e7 the altitude at which unmanned aircraft operations are conducted4 7c7 ,safety risk assessments ,the ,secretary may require unmanned aircraft systems operators to submit a safety risk assessment acceptable to the ,administrator1 as part of the operator certification process1 in order for such operators to perform the carriage of hazardous materials as authorized under this section4 7d7 ,conformity of hazardous materials regulations ,the ,secretary shall make such changes as are necessary to conform the hazardous materials regulations under parts #agc and #age of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to this section4 ,such changes shall be made concurrently with the activities described in subsection 7a74 7e7 ,stakeholder input on changes to the hazardous materials regulations 7#a7 ,implementation ,not later than #ahj days of the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall hold a public meeting to obtain input on changes necessary to implement this section4 7#b7 ,periodic ,updates ,the ,secretary shall-- 7,a7 periodically review1 as necessary1 amounts of hazardous materials allowed to be carried by unmanned aircraft systems pursuant to this section2 and 7,b7 determine whether such amounts should be revised1 based on operational and safety data1 without negatively impacting overall aviation safety4 7f7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall be construed to-- 7#a7 limit the authority of the ,secretary1 the ,administrator1 or the ,administrator of the ,pipeline and ,hazardous ,materials ,safety ,administration from implementing requirements to ensure the safe carriage of hazardous materials by aircraft2 and 7#b7 confer upon the ,administrator the authorities of the ,administrator of the ,pipeline and ,hazardous ,materials ,safety ,administration under part #age of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and chapter #ea of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7g7 ,definition of hazardous materials ,in this section1 the term hazardous materials has the meaning given such term in section #eajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #icd4 ,operations over high seas 7a7 ,in general ,to the extent permitted by treaty obligations of the ,united ,states1 including the ,convention on ,international ,civil ,aviation 7in this section referred to as ,,icao71 the ,administrator shall work with other civil aviation authorities to establish and implement operational approval processes to permit unmanned aircraft systems to operate over the high seas within flight information regions for which the ,united ,states is responsible for operational control4 7b7 ,consultation ,in establishing and implementing the operational approval process under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consult with appropriate stakeholders1 including industry stakeholders4 7c7 ,,icao activities ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall engage ,,icao through the submission of a working paper1 panel proposal1 or other appropriate mechanism to clarify the permissibility of unmanned aircraft systems to operate over the high seas4 7d7 ,review ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall review whether1 and to what extent1 ,,icao member states are approving the operation of unmanned aircraft systems over the high seas and brief the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding the findings of such review4 #ice4 ,protection of public gatherings 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhab4 ,temporary flight restrictions for unmanned aircraft 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,temporary flight restrictions ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall1 upon the request by an eligible entity1 temporarily restrict unmanned aircraft operations over eligible large public gatherings4 7#b7 ,denial ,notwithstanding paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator may deny a request for a temporary flight restriction sought under paragraph 7#a7 if-- 7,a7 the temporary flight restriction would be inconsistent with aviation safety or security1 would create a hazard to people or property on the ground1 or would unnecessarily interfere with the efficient use of the airspace2 7,b7 the entity seeking the temporary flight restriction does not comply with the requirements in subsection 7b72 7,c7 the eligibility requirements in subsections 7c7 and 7d7 have not been met2 7,d7 a flight restriction exists to the airspace overlying the same location as the temporary flight restriction sought under this section2 or 7,e7 the ,administrator determines appropriate for any other reason4 7b7 ,requirements 7#a7 ,advance notice ,eligible entities may only request a temporary flight restriction under subsection 7a7 not less than #cj calendar days prior to the eligible large public gathering4 7#b7 ,required information ,eligible entities seeking a temporary flight restriction under this section shall provide the ,administrator with all relevant information1 including the following3 7,a7 ,geographic boundaries of the stadium or other venue hosting the eligible large public gathering1 as applicable4 7,b7 ,the dates and anticipated starting and ending times for the large public gathering4 7,c7 ,points of contact for the requesting eligible entity and the on-scene incident command responsible for securing the large public gathering4 7,d7 ,any other information the ,administrator considers necessary to establish the restriction4 7c7 ,eligible large public gatherings 7#a7 ,in general ,to be eligible for a temporary flight restriction under this section1 large public gatherings hosted in a stadium or other venue shall-- 7,a7 be hosted in a stadium or other venue that-- 7i7 has previously hosted events qualifying for the application of special security instructions in accordance with section #eba of the ,transportation1 ,treasury1 and ,independent ,agencies ,appropriations ,act1 #bjjd 7,public ,law #ajh-aii72 and 7ii7 is not enclosed2 7,b7 have an estimated attendance of at least #cj1jjj people2 and 7,c7 be advertised in the public domain4 7#b7 ,additional gatherings ,to be eligible for a temporary flight restriction under this section1 large public gatherings hosted in a venue other than a stadium or other venue described in paragraph 7#a77;,a7 shall-- 7,a7 have an estimated attendance of at least #ajj1jjj people2 7,b7 be primarily outdoors2 7,c7 have a defined and static geographical boundary2 and 7,d7 be advertised in the public domain4 7d7 ,eligible entities ,an entity eligible to request a temporary flight restriction under subsection 7a7 shall be a credentialed law enforcement organization of the ,federal ,government or a ,state1 local1 ,tribal1 or territorial government4 7e7 ,timeliness ,the ,administrator shall make every practicable effort to assess eligibility and establish temporary flight restrictions under subsection 7a7 in a timely fashion4 7f7 ,public information ,any temporary flight restriction designated under this section shall be published by the ,administrator in a publicly accessible manner at least #b days prior to the start of the eligible large public gathering4 7g7 ,prohibition on operations ,no person may operate an unmanned aircraft within a temporary flight restriction established under this section unless-- 7#a7 the ,administrator authorizes the operation for operational or safety purposes2 7#b7 the operation is being conducted for safety1 security1 or compliance oversight purposes and is authorized by the ,administrator2 or 7#c7 the aircraft operation is conducted with the approval of the eligible entity4 7h7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section may be construed as prohibiting the ,administrator from authorizing the operation of an aircraft1 including an unmanned aircraft system1 over1 under1 or within a specified distance from an eligible large public gathering for which a temporary flight restriction has been established under this section or cancelling a temporary flight restriction established under this section4 7i7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to prevent the ,administrator from using existing processes or procedures to meet the intent of this section4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhab4 ,temporary flight restrictions for unmanned aircraft4 4 #icf4 ,covered drone prohibition 7a7 ,prohibitions ,the ,secretary is prohibited from-- 7#a7 entering into1 extending1 or renewing a contract or awarding a grant-- 7,a7 for the operation1 procurement1 or contracting action with respect to a covered unmanned aircraft system2 or 7,b7 to an entity that operates 7as determined by the ,administrator7 a covered unmanned aircraft system in the performance of such contract2 7#b7 issuing a grant to a covered foreign entity for any project related to covered unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7#c7 operating a covered unmanned aircraft system4 7b7 ,exemptions ,the ,secretary is exempt from any prohibitions under subsection 7a7 if the grant1 operation1 procurement1 or contracting action is for the purposes of testing1 researching1 evaluating1 analyzing1 or training related to-- 7#a7 unmanned aircraft detection systems and counter-,,uas systems1 including activities conducted-- 7,a7 under the ,alliance for ,system ,safety of ,,uas through ,research ,excellence ,center of ,excellence of the ,,faa2 or 7,b7 by the unmanned aircraft system test ranges designated under section #ddhjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7#b7 the safe1 secure1 or efficient operation of the national airspace system or maintenance of public safety2 7#c7 the safe integration of advanced aviation technologies into the national airspace system1 including activities carried out under the ,alliance for ,system ,safety of ,,uas through ,research ,excellence ,center of ,excellence of the ,,faa2 7#d7 in coordination with other relevant ,federal agencies1 determining security threats of covered unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7#e7 intelligence1 electronic warfare1 and information warfare operations4 7c7 ,waivers ,the ,secretary may waive any restrictions under subsection 7a7 on a case-by-case basis by notifying the appropriate committees of ,congress in writing1 not later than #ae days after waiving such restrictions1 that the procurement or other activity is in the public interest4 7d7 ,replacement of certain unmanned aircraft systems 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall take such actions as are necessary to replace any covered unmanned aircraft system that is owned or operated by the ,department of ,transportation as of the date of enactment of this ,act with an unmanned aircraft system manufactured in the ,united ,states or an allied country 7as such term is defined in section #bcej;f7d77#a7 of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code7 if the capabilities of such covered unmanned aircraft system are consequential to the work of the ,department or the mission of the ,department4 7#b7 ,funding ,there is authorized to be appropriated to the ,secretary #e1jjj1jjj to carry out this subsection4 7e7 ,effective dates 7#a7 ,operations ,the prohibitions under paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#c7 of subsection 7a7 shall be in effect on the date of enactment of this ,act4 7#b7 ,grants ,the prohibitions under paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 of subsection 7a7 shall-- 7,a7 not apply to grants awarded before the date of enactment of this ,act2 and 7,b7 apply to grants awarded after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7f7 ,application of prohibitions ,the prohibitions under subsection 7a7 are applicable to all offices and programs of the ,department of ,transportation1 including-- 7#a7 aviation research grant programs2 7#b7 aviation workforce development programs established under section #fbe of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note72 7#c7 ,,faa ,air ,transportation ,centers of ,excellence2 7#d7 programs established under sections #fca and #fcb of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note72 and 7#e7 the airport improvement program under subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7g7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall prevent a ,state1 local1 ,tribal1 or territorial governmental agency from procuring or operating a covered unmanned aircraft system purchased with non-,federal funding4 7h7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered foreign country ,the term covered foreign country means any of the following3 7,a7 ,the ,people's ,republic of ,china4 7,b7 ,the ,russian ,federation4 7,c7 ,the ,islamic ,republic of ,iran4 7,d7 ,the ,democratic ,people's ,republic of ,korea4 7,e7 ,the ,bolivarian ,republic of ,venezuela4 7,f7 ,the ,republic of ,cuba4 7,g7 ,any other country the ,secretary determines necessary4 7#b7 ,covered foreign entity ,the term covered foreign entity means-- 7,a7 an entity included on the list developed and maintained by the ,federal ,acquisition ,security ,council and published in the ,system for ,award ,management2 7,b7 an entity included on the ,consolidated ,screening ,list or ,entity ,list as designated by the ,secretary of ,commerce2 7,c7 an entity that is domiciled in1 or under the influence or control of1 a covered foreign country2 or 7,d7 an entity that is a subsidiary or affiliate of an entity described under subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,c74 7#c7 ,covered unmanned aircraft system ,the term covered unmanned aircraft system means-- 7,a7 a small unmanned aircraft1 an unmanned aircraft1 and unmanned aircraft system1 or the associated elements of such aircraft and aircraft systems related to the collection and transmission of sensitive information 7consisting of communication links and the components that control the unmanned aircraft7 that enable the operator to operate the aircraft in the ,national ,airspace ,system which is manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity2 and 7,b7 an unmanned aircraft detection system or counter-,,uas system that is manufactured or assembled by a covered foreign entity4 #icg4 ,expanding use of innovative technologies in the ,gulf of ,mexico 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall prioritize the authorization of an eligible ,,uas test range sponsor partnering with an eligible airport authority to achieve the goals specified in subsection 7b74 7b7 ,goals ,the goals of a partnership authorized pursuant to subsection 7a7 shall be to test the operations of innovative technologies in both commercial and non-commercial applications1 consistent with existing law1 to-- 7#a7 identify challenges associated with aviation operations over large bodies of water2 7#b7 provide transportation of cargo and passengers to offshore energy infrastructure2 7#c7 assess the impacts of operations in saltwater environments2 7#d7 identify the challenges of integrating such technologies in complex airspace1 including with commercial rotorcraft2 and 7#e7 identify the differences between coordinating with ,federal air traffic control towers and towers operated under the ,,faa ,contract ,tower ,program4 7c7 ,briefing to ,congress ,the ,administrator shall provide an annual briefing to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the status of the partnership authorized under this section1 including detailing any barriers to the commercialization of innovative technologies in the ,gulf of ,mexico4 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,eligible airport authority ,the term eligible airport authority means an ,,aip-eligible airport authority that is-- 7,a7 located in a state bordering the ,gulf of ,mexico which does not already contain a ,,uas ,test ,range2 7,b7 has an air traffic control tower operated under the ,,faa ,contract ,tower ,program2 7,c7 is located within #fj miles of a port2 and 7,d7 does not have any scheduled passenger airline service as of the date of the enactment of this ,act4 7#b7 ,innovative technologies ,the term innovative technologies means unmanned aircraft systems and powered-lift aircraft4 7#c7 ,,uas ,the term ,,uas means an unmanned aircraft system4 ,b ,advanced ,air ,mobility #iea4 ,definitions ,in this subtitle3 7#a7 ,advanced air mobility ,the terms advanced air mobility and ,,aam mean a transportation system that is comprised of urban air mobility and regional air mobility using manned or unmanned aircraft4 7#b7 ,powered-lift aircraft ,the term powered-lift aircraft has the meaning given the term powered-lift in section #a4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#c7 ,regional air mobility ,the term regional air mobility means the movement of passengers or property by air between #b points using an airworthy aircraft that-- 7,a7 has advanced technologies1 such as distributed propulsion1 vertical takeoff and landing1 powered lift1 nontraditional power systems1 or autonomous technologies2 7,b7 has a maximum takeoff weight of greater than #a1cbj pounds2 and 7,c7 is not urban air mobility4 7#d7 ,urban air mobility ,the term urban air mobility means the movement of passengers or property by air between #b points in different cities or #b points within the same city using an airworthy aircraft that-- 7,a7 has advanced technologies1 such as distributed propulsion1 vertical takeoff and landing1 powered lift1 nontraditional power systems1 or autonomous technologies2 and 7,b7 has a maximum takeoff weight of greater than #a1cbj pounds4 7#e7 ,vertiport ,the term vertiport means an area of land1 water1 or a structure used or intended to be used to support the landing1 takeoff1 taxiing1 parking1 and storage of powered-lift aircraft or other aircraft that vertiport design and performance standards established by the ,administrator can accommodate4 #ieb4 ,sense of ,congress on ,,faa leadership in advanced air mobility ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 the ,united ,states should take actions to become a global leader in advanced air mobility2 7#b7 as such a global leader1 the ,,faa should-- 7,a7 prioritize work on the type certification of powered-lift aircraft2 7,b7 publish1 in line with stated deadlines1 rulemakings and policy necessary to enable commercial operations1 such as the ,special ,federal ,aviation ,regulation of the ,,faa titled ,integration of ,powered-,lift3 ,pilot ,certification and ,operations2 ,miscellaneous ,amendments ,related to ,rotorcraft and ,airplanes1 issued on ,june #ad1 #bjbc 7#babj-;,,al#gb72 7,c7 work with global partners to promote acceptance of advanced air mobility products2 and 7,d7 leverage the existing aviation system to the greatest extent possible to support advanced air mobility operations2 and 7#c7 the ,,faa should work with manufacturers1 prospective operators of powered-lift aircraft1 and other relevant stakeholders to enable the safe entry of such aircraft into the national airspace system4 #iec4 ,application of ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act categorical exclusions for vertiport projects ,in considering the environmental impacts of a proposed vertiport project on an airport for purposes of compliance with the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq471 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 apply any applicable categorical exclusions in accordance with the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 and subchapter ,a of chapter ,v of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#b7 after consultation with the ,council on ,environmental ,quality1 take steps to establish additional categorical exclusions1 as appropriate1 for vertiports on an airport1 in accordance with the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 and subchapter ,a of chapter ,v of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #ied4 ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,working ,group amendments ,section #b of the ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,coordination and ,leadership ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b7 by striking 1 particularly passenger-carrying aircraft12 7#b7 in subsection 7d77#a7 by striking subparagraph 7,d7 and inserting the following3 7,d7 operators of airports1 heliports1 and vertiports1 and fixed-base operators2 2 7#c7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7 by striking #a year and inserting #ah months2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#c7 by inserting or that may impede such maturation after ,,aam industry2 7,c7 in paragraph 7#g7 by striking and at the end2 7,d7 in paragraph 7#h7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,e7 by adding at the end the following3 7#i7 processes and programs that can be leveraged to improve the efficiency of ,federal reviews required for infrastructure development1 including for electrical capacity projects4 2 7#d7 in subsection 7f7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 by redesignating paragraph 7#b7 as paragraph 7#c72 7,c7 by inserting after paragraph 7#a7 the following new paragraph3 7#b7 recommendations for sharing expertise and data on critical items1 including long-term electrification requirements and the needs of cities 7from a macro-electrification standpoint7 to enable the deployment of ,,aam2 and 2 and 7,d7 in paragraph 7#c71 as redesignated by paragraph 7#b7 of this section1 by striking paragraph 7#a7 and inserting paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b74 7#e7 in subsection 7g7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7 by striking working group and inserting ,secretary of ,transportation2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking and at the end2 7,c7 by redesignating paragraph 7#b7 as paragraph 7#c72 and 7,d7 by inserting after paragraph 7#a7 the following3 7#b7 summarizing any dissenting views and opinions of a participant of the working group described in subsection 7c77#c72 and 2 7#f7 in subsection 7h7-- 7,a7 by striking ,not later than #cj days and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #cj days 2 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#b7 ,considerations for termination of working group ,in deciding whether to terminate the working group under this subsection1 the ,secretary1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 shall consider other interagency coordination activities associated with ,,aam1 or other new or novel users of the national airspace system1 that could benefit from continued wider interagency coordination4 2 and 7#g7 in subsection 7i7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking transports people and property by air between two points in the ,united ,states using aircraft with advanced technologies1 including electric aircraft or electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft1 and inserting is comprised of urban air mobility and regional air mobility using manned or unmanned aircraft2 7,b7 by redesignating paragraph 7#e7 as paragraph 7#g72 7,c7 by redesignating paragraph 7#f7 as paragraph 7#i72 7,d7 by inserting after paragraph 7#d7 the following3 7#e7 ,powered-lift aircraft ,the term powered-lift aircraft has the meaning given the term powered-lift in section #a4a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#f7 ,regional air mobility ,the term regional air mobility means the movement of passengers or property by air between #b points using an airworthy aircraft that-- 7,a7 has advanced technologies1 such as distributed propulsion1 vertical take-off and landing1 powered-lift1 non-traditional power systems1 or autonomous technologies2 7,b7 has a maximum takeoff weight of greater than #a1cbj pounds2 and 7,c7 is not urban air mobility4 2 7,e7 by inserting after paragraph 7#g71 as so redesignated1 the following3 7#h7 ,urban air mobility ,the term urban air mobility means the movement of passengers or property by air between #b points in different cities or #b points within the same city using an airworthy aircraft that-- 7,a7 has advanced technologies1 such as distributed propulsion1 vertical takeoff and landing1 powered lift1 nontraditional power systems1 or autonomous technologies2 and 7,b7 has a maximum takeoff weight of greater than #a1cbj pounds4 2 and 7,f7 by adding at the end the following3 7#aj7 ,vertiport ,the term vertiport means an area of land1 water1 or a structure1 used or intended to be used to support the landing1 take-off1 taxiing1 parking1 and storage of powered lift or other aircraft that vertiport design and performance standards established by the ,administrator can accommodate4 4 #iee4 ,rules for operation of powered-lift aircraft 7a7 ,,sfar rulemaking 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #g months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall publish a final rule for the ,special ,federal ,aviation ,regulation of the ,,faa titled ,integration of ,powered-,lift3 ,pilot ,certification and ,operations2 ,miscellaneous ,amendments ,related to ,rotorcraft and ,airplanes1 issued on ,june #ad1 #bjbc 7#babj-;,,al#gb71 establishing procedures for certifying pilots of powered-lift aircraft and providing operational rules for powered-lift aircraft capable of transporting passengers and cargo4 7#b7 ,requirements ,with respect to any powered-lift aircraft type certificated by the ,administrator1 the regulations established under paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 provide a practical pathway for pilot qualification and operations2 7,b7 establish performance-based requirements for energy reserves and other range- and endurance-related requirements that reflect the capabilities and intended operations of the aircraft2 7,c7 provide for a combination of pilot training requirements1 including simulators1 to ensure the safe operation of powered-lift aircraft2 and 7,d7 to the maximum extent practicable1 align powered-lift pilot qualifications with section #b4a4a4d of ,annex #a to the ,convention on ,international ,civil ,aviation published by the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization4 7#c7 ,considerations ,in developing the regulations required under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 consider whether to grant an individual with an existing commercial airplane 7single- or multi-engine7 or helicopter pilot certificate the authority to serve as pilot-in-command of a powered-lift aircraft in commercial operation following the completion of an ,,faa-approved pilot type rating for such type of aircraft2 7,b7 consult with the ,secretary of ,defense with regard to-- 7i7 the ,agility ,prime program of the ,united ,states ,air ,force2 7ii7 powered-lift aircraft evaluated and deployed for military purposes1 including the ,f-#ce;,b program2 and 7iii7 the commonalities and differences between powered-lift aircraft types and the handling qualities of such aircraft2 and 7,c7 consider the adoption of the recommendations for powered-lift operations1 as appropriate1 contained in document #ajajc of the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization titled ,guidance on the ,implementation of ,,icao ,standards and ,recommended ,practices for ,tilt-rotors1 published in #bjai4 7b7 ,interim application of rules and privileges in lieu of rulemaking 7#a7 ,in general ,beginning #af months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 if a final rule has not been published pursuant to subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 the rules in effect on the date that is #af months after the date of enactment of this ,act that apply to the operation and the operator of rotorcraft or fixed-wing aircraft under subchapters ,f1 ,g1 ,h1 and ,i of chapter #a of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 shall be-- 7i7 deemed to apply to-- 7,i7 the operation of a powered-lift aircraft in the national airspace system2 and 7,,ii7 the operator of such a powered-lift aircraft2 and 7ii7 applicable1 as determined by the operator of an airworthy powered-lift aircraft in consultation with the ,administrator1 and consistent with sections #ia4c and #ia4ac of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,b7 upon the completion of a type rating for a specific powered-lift aircraft1 airmen that hold a pilot or instructor certification with airplane category ratings in any class or rotorcraft category ratings in the helicopter class shall be deemed to have privileges of a powered-lift rating for such specific powered-lift aircraft4 7#b7 ,termination of interim rules and privileges ,this subsection shall cease to have effect #a month after the effective date of a final rule issued pursuant to subsection 7a74 7c7 ,powered-lift aircraft aviation rulemaking committee 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date on which the ,administrator issues the first certificate to commercially operate a powered-lift aircraft1 the ,administrator shall establish an aviation rulemaking committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 to provide the ,administrator with specific findings and recommendations for1 at a minimum1 the creation of a standard pathway for the-- 7,a7 performance-based certification of powered-lift aircraft2 7,b7 certification of airmen capable of serving as pilot-in-command of a powered-lift aircraft2 and 7,c7 operation of powered-lift aircraft in commercial service and air transportation4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in providing findings and recommendations under paragraph 7#a71 the ,committee shall consider the following3 7,a7 ,outcome-driven safety objectives to spur innovation and technology adoption and promote the development of performance-based regulations4 7,b7 ,lessons and insights learned from previously published special conditions and other ,federal ,register notices of airworthiness criteria for powered-lift aircraft4 7,c7 ,to the maximum extent practicable1 aligning powered-lift pilot qualifications with section #b4a4a4d of ,annex #a to the ,convention on ,international ,civil ,aviation published by the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization4 7,d7 ,the adoption of the recommendations contained in document #ajajc of the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization titled ,guidance on the ,implementation of ,,icao ,standards and ,recommended ,practices for ,tilt-rotors1 published in #bjai1 as appropriate4 7,e7 ,practical pathways for pilot qualification and operations4 7,f7 ,performance-based requirements for energy reserves and other range- and endurance-related designs and technologies that reflect the capabilities and intended operations of the aircraft4 7,g7 ,a combination of pilot training requirements1 including simulators1 to ensure the safe operation of powered-lift aircraft4 7#c7 ,report ,the ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator a report detailing the findings and recommendations of the ,committee4 7d7 ,powered-lift aircraft rulemaking 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #bgj days after the date on which the ,committee submits the report under subsection 7c77#c71 the ,administrator shall initiate a rulemaking to implement the findings and recommendations of the ,committee1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in developing the rulemaking under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 consult with the ,secretary of ,defense with regard to methods for pilots to gain proficiency and earn the necessary ratings required to act as a pilot-in-command of powered-lift aircraft2 7,b7 consider and plan for unmanned and remotely piloted powered-lift aircraft1 and the associated elements of such aircraft1 through the promulgation of performance-based regulations2 7,c7 consider any information and experience gained from operations and efforts that occur as a result of the ,special ,federal ,aviation ,regulation of the ,,faa titled ,integration of ,powered-,lift3 ,pilot ,certification and ,operations2 ,miscellaneous ,amendments ,related to ,rotorcraft and ,airplanes1 issued on ,june #ad1 #bjbc 7#babj-;,,al#gb72 7,d7 consider whether to grant an individual with an existing commercial airplane 7single- or multi-engine7 or helicopter pilot certificate the authority to serve as pilot-in-command of a powered-lift aircraft in commercial operation following the completion of an ,,faa-approved pilot type rating for such type of aircraft2 7,e7 work to harmonize the certification and operational requirements of the ,,faa with those of civil aviation authorities with bilateral safety agreements in place with the ,united ,states1 to the extent such harmonization does not negatively impact domestic manufacturers and operators2 and 7,f7 consider and plan for the use of alternative fuel types and propulsion methods1 including reviewing the performance-based nature of parts #cc and #ce of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and any related recommendations provided to the ,administrator by the aviation rulemaking advisory committee described in section #ief4 #ief4 ,advanced propulsion systems regulations 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall task the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 to provide the ,administrator with specific findings and recommendations for regulations related to the certification and installation of-- 7#a7 electric engines and propellers2 7#b7 hybrid electric engines and propulsion systems2 7#c7 hydrogen fuel cells2 7#d7 hydrogen combustion engines or propulsion systems2 and 7#e7 other new or novel propulsion mechanisms and methods as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall consider1 at a minimum1 the following3 7#a7 ,outcome-driven safety objectives to spur innovation and technology adoption1 and promote the development of performance-based regulations4 7#b7 ,lessons and insights learned from previously published special conditions and other published airworthiness criteria for novel engines1 propellers1 and aircraft4 7#c7 ,the requirements of part #cc and part #ce of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 any boundaries of applicability for standalone engine type certificates 7including highly integrated systems71 and the use of technical standards order authorizations4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after providing findings and recommendations under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing such findings and recommendations4 7d7 ,briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,committee submits the report under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding plans of the ,,faa in response to the findings and recommendations contained in the report4 #ieg4 ,powered-lift aircraft entry into service 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall1 in consultation with exclusive bargaining representatives of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 and any relevant stakeholder as determined appropriate by the ,administrator1 take such actions as may be necessary to safely integrate powered-lift aircraft into the national airspace system1 including in controlled airspace1 and learn from any efforts to adopt and update related policy and guidance4 7b7 ,air traffic policies for entry into service ,not later than #dj months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall update air traffic orders and policies1 to the extent necessary1 and address air traffic control system challenges in order to allow for-- 7#a7 the use of existing air traffic procedures1 where determined to be safe by the ,administrator1 by powered-lift aircraft2 and 7#b7 the approval of letters of agreement between air traffic control system facilities and powered-lift operators and infrastructure operators to minimize the amount of active coordination required for safe recurring powered-lift aircraft operations1 as appropriate4 7c7 ,long-term air traffic policies ,beginning #dj months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 continue to update air traffic orders and policies to support the operation of powered-lift aircraft2 7#b7 to the extent necessary1 develop powered-lift specific procedures for airports1 heliports1 and vertiports2 7#c7 evaluate the human factors impacts on controllers associated with managing powered-lift aircraft operations1 consider the impact of additional operations on air traffic controller staffing1 and make necessary changes to staffing1 procedures1 regulations1 and orders2 and 7#d7 consider the use of third-party service providers to manage increased operations in controlled airspace to support1 supplement1 and enhance the work of air traffic controllers4 #ieh4 ,infrastructure supporting vertical flight 7a7 ,update to design standards ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbd1 publish an update to the memorandum of the ,,faa titled ,engineering ,brief ,no4 #aje1 ,vertiport ,design1 issued on ,september #ba1 #bjbb 7,,eb ,no4 #aje72 7#b7 not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbe1 publish a performance-based vertiport design advisory circular2 and 7#c7 begin the work necessary to update the advisory circular of the ,,faa titled ,heliport ,design 7,advisory ,circular #aej_/ecij7 in order to provide performance-based guidance for heliport design1 including consideration of alternative fuel and propulsion mechanisms4 7b7 ,engineering brief sunset ,upon the publication of an advisory circular pursuant to subsection 7a77#b71 the ,administrator shall cancel the memorandum described in subsection 7a77#a74 7c7 ,dual use facilities ,the ,administrator shall establish a mechanism by which owners and operators of aviation infrastructure can safely accommodate1 or file a notice to accommodate1 powered-lift aircraft if such infrastructure meets the safety requirements or guidance of the ,,faa for such aircraft4 7d7 ,guidance1 forms1 and planning ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 ensure airport district offices of the ,,faa have sufficient guidance and policy direction regarding the use and applicability of heliport and vertiport design standards of the ,,faa1 and update such guidance routinely2 7#b7 determine if updates to ,,faa ,form #gdfj and ,form #gdhj are necessary and update such forms1 as appropriate2 and 7#c7 ensure that the methodology and underlying data sources of the ,terminal ,area ,forecast of the ,,faa include commercial operations conducted by aircraft regardless of propulsion type or fuel type4 #iei4 ,charting of aviation infrastructure ,the ,administrator shall increase efforts to update and keep current the ,airport ,master ,record of the ,,faa1 including by establishing a streamlined process by which the owners and operators of public and private aviation facilities with nontemporary1 nonintermittent operations are encouraged to keep the information on such facilities current4 #ifj4 ,advanced air mobility infrastructure pilot program extension ,section #aja of division ,q of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjbc 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7i7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by inserting 1 as well as the use of existing airport and heliport infrastructure that may require modifications to safely accommodate ,,aam operations1 after vertiport infrastructure2 and 7ii7 in subparagraph 7,b7-- 7,i7 in clause 7iii7 by striking vertiport and inserting locations for2 7,,ii7 in clause 7iv7 by inserting and guidance after any standards2 7,,iii7 in clause 7v7 by striking vertiport infrastructure and inserting urban air mobility and regional air mobility operations2 and 7,,iv7 in clause 7x7 by inserting or the modification of aviation infrastructure after operation of a vertiport2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#d77;,b7 by inserting the ,department of ,defense1 the ,national ,guard1 before or2 and 7,c7 in paragraph 7#f7-- 7i7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking ,september #cj1 #bjbe and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbg2 and 7ii7 in subparagraph 7,b7-- 7,i7 in clause 7i7 by striking and at the end2 7,,ii7 in clause 7ii7 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,,iii7 by adding at the end the following3 7iii7 a description of-- 7,i7 initial community engagement efforts and responses from the public on the planning and development efforts of eligible entities related to urban air mobility and regional air mobility operations2 7,,ii7 how eligible entities are planning for and encouraging early adoption of urban air mobility and regional air mobility operations2 7,,iii7 what role each level of government plays in the process2 and 7,,iv7 whether such entities recommend specific regulatory or guidance actions be taken by the ,secretary or any other head of a ,federal agency in order to support such early adoption4 2 7#b7 by striking subsection 7c77#a7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,authorization ,out of amounts made available under section #ajf7k7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 there are authorized to carry out this section #ab1ejj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbc through #bjbf1 to remain available until expended4 2 7#c7 in subsection 7d7 by striking #bjbd and inserting #bjbf each place it appears2 and 7#d7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 by striking paragraph 7#a7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 ,advanced air mobility2 ,,aam2 regional air mobility2 urban air mobility2 vertiport ,the terms advanced air mobility1 ,,aam1 regional air mobility1 urban air mobility1 and vertiport have the meaning given such terms in section #b7;i7 of the ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,coordination and ,leadership ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 2 and 7,b7 by striking paragraphs 7#i7 and 7#aj74 #ifa4 ,center for ,advanced ,aviation ,technologies 7a7 ,plan ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall develop a plan to establish a ,center for ,advanced ,aviation ,technologies to support the testing and advancement of new and emerging aviation technologies4 7b7 ,consultation ,in developing the plan under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may consult with the ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,working ,group established in the ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,coordination and ,leadership ,act 7,public ,law #aag-bjc71 as amended by this ,act1 and the interagency working group established in section #ajdb of this ,act4 7c7 ,considerations ,in developing the plan under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider as roles and responsibilities for the ,center for ,advanced ,aviation ,technologies-- 7#a7 developing an airspace laboratory and flight demonstration zones to facilitate the safe integration of advanced air mobility aircraft into the national airspace system1 with at least #a such zone to be established within the same geographic region as the ,center for ,advanced ,aviation ,technologies and that also has aviation manufacturers with relevant expertise1 such as powered-lift2 7#b7 establishing testing corridors for the purposes of validating air traffic requirements for advanced air mobility operations1 operational procedures1 and performance requirements1 with at least #a such corridor to be established within the same geographic region as the ,center for ,advanced ,aviation ,technologies2 7#c7 developing and facilitating technology partnerships with1 and between1 industry1 academia1 and other government agencies1 and supporting such partnerships2 7#d7 identifying new and emerging aviation technologies1 innovative aviation concepts1 and relevant aviation services1 including advanced air mobility1 powered-lift aircraft1 and other advanced aviation technologies1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator2 and 7#e7 any other duties1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7d7 ,submission to congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure and the ,committee on ,science1 ,space1 and ,technology of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate the plan developed under subsection 7a74 7e7 ,center ,not later than ,september #cj1 #bjbf1 the ,administrator shall establish the ,center for ,advanced ,aviation ,technologies in accordance with the plan developed under subsection 7a74 ,in choosing the location for the ,center for ,advanced ,aviation ,technologies1 the ,administrator shall give preference to a community or region with a strong aeronautical presence1 specifically the presence of-- 7#a7 a large commercial airport or large air logistics center2 7#b7 aviation manufacturing with expertise in advanced aviation technologies1 such as powered-lift2 7#c7 existing ,,faa facilities or offices1 such as a ,center1 ,institute1 certificate management office1 or a regional headquarters2 7#d7 airspace utilized for advanced aviation technology testing activity1 and capable of supporting a wide range of use cases2 7#e7 proximity to both rural and urban communities2 7#f7 ,state1 local1 or ,tribal governments2 7#g7 programs to support public-private partnerships for advanced aviation technologies2 and 7#h7 academic institutions that offer programs relating to advanced aviation technologies engineering4 7f7 ,authorization ,out of amounts made available under section #ajf7k7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 #ce1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbe through #bjbh is authorized to carry out this section4 7g7 ,interaction with other entities ,the ,administrator1 in carrying out this section1 shall1 to the maximum extent practicable1 leverage the research and testing capacity and capabilities of the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems and1 as appropriate1 the unmanned aircraft test ranges established in section #ddhjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7h7 ,savings clauses ,nothing in this section shall be construed to interfere with any of the following activities3 7#a7 ,the ongoing activities of the unmanned aircraft test ranges established in section #ddhjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to the maximum extent practicable4 7#b7 ,the ongoing activities of the ,william ,j4 ,hughes ,technical ,center for ,advanced ,aerospace1 to the maximum extent practicable4 7#c7 ,the ongoing activities of the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems1 to the maximum extent practicable4 7#d7 ,the ongoing activities of the ,mike ,monroney ,aeronautical ,center1 to the maximum extent practicable4 ,x ,research and ,development ,a ,general ,provisions #ajja4 ,definitions ,in this title3 7#a7 ,covered committees of ,congress ,the term covered committees of ,congress means the ,committee on ,science1 ,space1 and ,technology of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate4 7#b7 ,,nasa ,the term ,,nasa means the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration4 #ajjb4 ,research1 engineering1 and development authorization of appropriations ,section #dhajb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#ae7 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 and 7#b7 by striking paragraph 7#af7 and inserting the following3 7#af7 #bhj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd2 7#ag7 #caa1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe2 7#ah7 #cbc1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf2 7#ai7 #ccd1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg2 and 7#bj7 #cde1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 #ajjc4 ,report on implementation2 funding for safety research and development ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report on the allocation of funding pursuant to section #dhajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to the ,secretary to conduct civil aviation research and development and to assess the implementation of section #dhajb7;b77#b7 of such title4 #ajjd4 ,national aviation research plan modification 7a7 ,modification of submission deadline ,section #ddeja7;c77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking the date of submission and inserting the date that is #cj days after the date of submission2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following ,if such report cannot be prepared and submitted by the date that is #cj days after the date of submission of the ,president's budget to ,congress1 the ,administrator shall submit1 before such date1 a letter to the ,chairman and ,ranking ,member of the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee of ,science1 ,space1 and ,technology of the ,house of ,representatives stating the reason for delayed submission1 impacts of the delay1 and actions taken to address circumstances that led to the delay44 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,section #dhajb7;g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the date of submission and inserting the date that is #cj days after the date of submission4 #ajje4 ,advanced ,materials ,center of ,excellence enhancements ,section #ddeah of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7a7 and inserting the following3 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,continued operations ,the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 continue operation of the ,advanced ,materials ,center of ,excellence 7referred to in this section as the ,center72 and 7,b7 make a determination on whether to award a grant to the ,center not later than #ij days after the date on which the grants officer of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration recommends a proposal for award of such grant to the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,purposes ,the ,center shall-- 7,a7 focus on applied research and training on the safe use of composites and advanced materials1 and related manufacturing practices1 in airframe structures2 and 7,b7 conduct research and development into aircraft structure crash worthiness and passenger safety1 as well as address safe and accessible air travel of individuals with a disability 7as defined in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulation771 including materials required to facilitate safe wheelchair restraint systems on commercial aircraft4 2 and 7#b7 by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,responsibilities ,the ,center shall-- 7#a7 promote and facilitate collaboration among member universities1 academia1 the ,administration1 the commercial aircraft industry1 including manufacturers1 commercial air carriers1 and suppliers1 and other appropriate stakeholders for the purposes under subsection 7a7 and the activities described in paragraphs 7#b7 through 7#d72 7#b7 carry out research and development activities to advance technology1 improve engineering practices1 and facilitate continuing education in relevant areas of study1 which shall include-- 7,a7 all structural materials1 including-- 7i7 metallic and non-metallic based additive materials1 ceramic materials1 carbon fiber polymers1 and thermoplastic composites2 7ii7 the long-term material and structural behavior of such materials2 and 7iii7 evaluating the resiliency and long-term durability of advanced materials in high temperature conditions and in engines for applications in advanced aircraft2 and 7,b7 structural technologies1 such as additive manufacturing1 to be used in applications within the commercial aircraft industry1 including traditional fixed-wing aircraft1 rotorcraft1 and emerging aircraft types such as advanced air mobility aircraft2 and 7#c7 conduct research activities for the purpose of improving the safety and certification of aviation structures1 materials1 and additively manufactured aviation products and components2 and 7#d7 conducting research activities to advance the safe movement of all passengers1 including individuals with a disability 7as defined in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulation771 and individuals using personal wheelchairs in flight1 that takes into account the modeling1 engineering1 testing1 operating1 and training issues significant to all passengers and relevant stakeholders4 4 #ajjf4 ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhac4 ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall continue operation of the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems 7referred to in this section as the ,center74 7b7 ,responsibilities ,the ,center shall carry out the following responsibilities3 7#a7 ,conduct applied research and training on the safe and efficient integration of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,promote and facilitate collaboration among academia1 the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 ,federal agency partners1 and industry stakeholders 7including manufacturers1 operators1 service providers1 standards development organizations1 carriers1 and suppliers71 with respect to the safe and efficient integration of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility into the national airspace system4 7#c7 ,establish goals set to advance technology1 improve engineering practices1 and facilitate continuing education with respect to the safe and efficient integration of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility into the national airspace system4 7c7 ,program participation ,the ,administrator shall ensure the participation in the ,center of institutions of higher education 7as defined in section #aja of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja77 and research institutions that provide accredited bachelor's degree programs in aeronautical sciences that provide pathways to commercial pilot certifications and that include a focus on pilot training for women aviators4 7d7 ,leveraging of certain capacity and capabilities ,the ,administrator shall1 in carrying out research necessary to validate consensus safety standards accepted pursuant to section #ddhje1 to the maximum extent practicable1 leverage the research and testing capacity and capabilities of-- 7#a7 the ,center2 7#b7 the test ranges designated under section #ddhjc2 7#c7 existing ,federal and non-,federal test ranges and testbeds2 7#d7 the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration2 and 7#e7 the ,william ,j4 ,hughes ,technical ,center for ,advanced ,aerospace4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhac4 ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems4 4 #ajjg4 ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe credentialing authority 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhad4 ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe credentialing authority 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish a credentialing authority for the program of record of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration 7referred to in this section as ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe7 under the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems4 7b7 ,purposes ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe shall offer services throughout the ,united ,states1 and to allies and partners of the ,united ,states1 including-- 7#a7 online and in-person standards1 education1 and testing for the use of unmanned aircraft systems by first responders for emergency and disaster management operations2 7#b7 uniform communications standards1 operational standards1 and reporting standards for civilian1 military1 and international allies and partners2 and 7#c7 any other relevant standards development related to operation of unmanned aircraft systems1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,coordination ,the ,administrator shall ensure that the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems coordinates with the ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology and the ,federal ,emergency ,management ,agency on establishment of ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe1 and on any services offered by ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhad4 ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe credentialing authority4 4 #ajjh4 ,,cleen engine and airframe technology partnership ,section #dgeaa of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a71 by striking subsonic after fuels for civil2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following3 7d7 ,selection ,in carrying out the program1 the ,administrator may provide that not less than #b of the cooperative agreements entered into under this section involve the participation of an entity that is a small business concern 7as defined in section #c of the ,small ,business ,act 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #fcb771 provided that the submitted technology proposal of the entity meets1 at a minimum1 ,,faa ,acquisition ,management ,system requirements and requisite technology readiness levels for entry into the agreement1 as determined by the ,administrator4 4 #ajji4 ,high-speed flight testing 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa1 shall establish procedures for the exclusive purposes of developmental and airworthiness testing and demonstration flights1 which may include the establishment of high-speed testing corridors in the national airspace system-- 7#a7 with respect to manufacturers and operators of high-speed aircraft that conduct flights operating with supersonic speed1 not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act2 and 7#b7 with respect to manufacturers and operators of high-speed aircraft that conduct flights operating with hypersonic speed1 not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7b7 ,areas of testing and demonstration ,the ,administrator shall take action1 as appropriate1 to ensure flight testing and demonstration flights occur in areas where such flights will not interfere with the safety of other aircraft or the efficient use of airspace in the national airspace system4 7c7 ,considerations ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7#a7 sections #ia4hag and #ia4hah of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 applications for special flight authorizations for flights operating at supersonic or hypersonic speed1 as described in section #ia4hah of such title2 7#c7 the environmental impacts of developmental and airworthiness testing operations2 7#d7 requiring applicants to include specification of proposed flight areas2 7#e7 the authorization of flights to and from airports in ,class ,d airspace within #aj nautical miles of oceanic coastline2 7#f7 developing the vertical limits at or above the altitude necessary for safe supersonic and hypersonic operations2 7#g7 proponent-provided data regarding the design and operational analysis of the aircraft1 as well as data regarding sonic boom overpressures2 7#h7 the safety of the uninvolved public2 and 7#i7 community outreach1 education1 and engagement4 7d7 ,consultation ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,environmental ,protection ,agency and other stakeholders1 shall assess and report to the covered committees of ,congress on a means for supporting continued compliance with the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq474 ,the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with an appropriate federally funded research and development center1 or other independent nonprofit organization that recommends long term solutions for maintaining compliance with such ,act for #a or more over-land or near-land hypersonic and supersonic test areas as established by the ,administrator4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,high-speed aircraft ,the term high-speed aircraft means an aircraft operating at speeds in excess of ,mach #a1 including supersonic and hypersonic aircraft4 7#b7 ,hypersonic ,the term hypersonic means flights operating at speeds that exceed ,mach #e4 7#c7 ,supersonic ,the term supersonic means flights operating at speeds in excess of ,mach #a but less than ,mach #e4 #ajaj4 ,high-speed aircraft pathway to integration study 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator1 in consultation with aircraft manufacturers and operators1 institutions of higher education 7as defined in section #aja of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja771 the ,administrator of ,,nasa1 the ,secretary of ,defense1 and any other agencies the ,administrator determines appropriate1 shall conduct a study assessing actions necessary to facilitate the safe operation and integration of high-speed aircraft into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,contents ,the study conducted under paragraph 7#a7 shall include1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 an initial assessment of cross-agency equities related to high-speed aircraft technologies and flight2 7,b7 the identification and collection of data required to develop certification1 flight standards1 and air traffic requirements for the deployment and integration of high-speed aircraft2 7,c7 the development of a framework and potential timeline to establish the appropriate regulatory requirements for conducting high-speed aircraft flights2 7,d7 strategic plans to improve the ,,faa's state of preparedness and response capability in advance of receiving applications to conduct high-speed aircraft flights2 and 7,e7 a survey of global high-speed aircraft-related regulatory and testing developments or activities4 7#c7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator may consider-- 7,a7 feedback and input reflecting the technical expertise of the aerospace industry and other stakeholders1 as the ,administrator determines appropriate1 to inform future development of policies1 regulations1 and standards that enable the safe operation and integration of high-speed aircraft into the national airspace system2 7,b7 opportunities for-- 7i7 demonstrating ,united ,states global leadership in high-speed aircraft and related technologies2 and 7ii7 strengthening global harmonization in aeronautics including in the development of international policies relating to the safe operation of high-speed aircraft2 and 7,c7 methods and opportunities for community outreach1 education1 and engagement4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 and recommendations1 if appropriate1 to facilitate the safe operation and integration of high-speed aircraft into the national airspace system4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,high-speed aircraft ,the term high-speed aircraft means an aircraft operating at speeds in excess of ,mach #a1 including supersonic and hypersonic aircraft4 7#b7 ,hypersonic ,the term hypersonic means flights operating at speeds that exceed ,mach #e4 7#c7 ,supersonic ,the term supersonic means flights operating at speeds in excess of ,mach #a but less than ,mach #e4 #ajaa4 ,operating high-speed flights in high altitude ,class ,e airspace 7a7 ,research ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa and any other relevant stakeholders the ,administrator determines appropriate1 including industry and academia1 shall undertake research to identify1 to the maximum extent practicable1 the minimum altitude above the upper boundary of ,class ,a airspace1 at or above which flights operating with speeds above ,mach #a generate sonic booms that do not produce appreciable sonic boom overpressures that reach the surface under prevailing atmospheric conditions4 7b7 ,hypersonic defined ,in this section1 the term hypersonic means a flight operating at speeds that exceed ,mach #e4 #ajab4 ,electric propulsion aircraft operations study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study assessing the safe and scalable operation and integration of electric aircraft into the national airspace system4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall address-- 7#a7 identification of the workforce technical capacity and competencies needed for the ,administrator to certify aircraft systems specific to electric aircraft2 7#b7 the data development and collection required to develop standards specific to electric aircraft2 7#c7 the regulatory standards and guidance material needed to facilitate the safe operation and maintenance of electric aircraft1 including-- 7,a7 fire protection2 7,b7 high voltage electromagnetic environments2 7,c7 engine and human machine interfaces2 7,d7 reliability of high voltage components and insulation2 7,e7 lithium batteries for propulsion use2 7,f7 operating and pilot qualifications2 and 7,g7 airspace integration2 7#d7 the airport infrastructure requirements to support electric aircraft operations1 including an assessment of-- 7,a7 the capabilities of airport infrastructure1 including1 to the extent practicable1 the capabilities and capacity of the electrical power grid of the ,united ,states to support such operations1 including cost1 challenges1 and opportunities for clean generation of electricity relating to such support1 existing as of the date of enactment of this ,act2 7,b7 aircraft operations specifications2 7,c7 projected operations demand by carriers and other operators2 7,d7 potential modifications to existing airport infrastructure2 7,e7 additional investments in new infrastructure and systems required to meet operations demand2 7,f7 management of infrastructure relating to hazardous materials used in hybrid and electric propulsion2 and 7,g7 ability of such current and future airport infrastructure capabilities to adapt to meet the evolving needs of electric aircraft operations2 and 7#e7 varying types of electric aircraft1 including advanced air mobility aircraft and small or regional passenger or cargo aircraft4 7c7 ,considerations ,in conducting the study under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general may consider the following3 7#a7 ,the potential for improvements to air service connectivity for communities through the deployment of electric aircraft operations1 including by-- 7,a7 establishing routes to small and rural communities2 and 7,b7 introducing alternative modes of transportation for multimodal operations within communities4 7#b7 ,impacts to airport-adjacent communities1 including implications due to changes in airspace utilization and land use compatibility4 7d7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 and recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,electric aircraft ,the term electric aircraft means an aircraft with a fully electric or hybrid electric driven propulsion system used for flight4 7#b7 ,advanced air mobility ,the term advanced air mobility means a transportation system that transports passengers and cargo by air between two points in the ,united ,states using aircraft with advanced technologies1 including aircraft with hybrid or electric vertical take-off and landing capabilities1 in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace4 #ajac4 ,contract weather observers program ,section #bcjf of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7,public ,law #aad-aij2 #acj ,stat4 #fda7 is amended by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,continued use of contract weather observers ,the ,administrator may not discontinue or diminish the contract weather observer program at any airport until ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 4 #ajad4 ,airfield pavement technology program ,section #gdd of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddeje note7 is amended to read as follows3 #gdd4 ,research and deployment of certain airfield pavement technologies ,using amounts made available under section #dhajb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the ,secretary may carry out a program for the research and development of airfield pavement technologies under which the ,secretary makes grants to1 and enters into cooperative agreements with1 institutions of higher education 7as defined in section #aja of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja77 and nonprofit organizations that-- 7#a7 research concrete and asphalt pavement technologies that extend the life of airfield pavements2 7#b7 develop sustainability and resiliency guidelines to improve long-term pavement performance2 7#c7 develop and conduct training with respect to such airfield pavement technologies2 7#d7 provide for demonstration projects of such airfield pavement technologies2 and 7#e7 promote the latest airfield pavement technologies to aid the development of safer1 more cost effective1 and more resilient and sustainable airfield pavements4 4 #ajae4 ,review of ,,faa management of research and development 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a review of the management of research and development activities of the ,,faa1 and the insight of the ,administrator into1 and coordination with1 other ,federal government research and development activities relating to civil aviation4 7b7 ,review of ,,faa management ,the review of the ,comptroller ,general under subsection 7a7 shall include an assessment of how the ,administrator-- 7#a7 plans1 manages1 and tracks progress of research and development projects and activities and how ,,faa processes and procedures compare with leading practices related to research and development management and collaboration1 as determined by the ,comptroller ,general2 7#b7 prioritizes research and development objectives2 7#c7 applies leading practices related to management of research and development1 enhancement of collaboration and cooperation1 and minimization of duplication1 waste1 and inefficiencies1 in conducting activities-- 7,a7 among ,,faa research and development programs2 7,b7 with ,,nasa1 including-- 7i7 the extent to which ,,nasa and the ,,faa leverage each other's laboratory and testing capabilities1 facilities1 resources1 and subject matter expert personnel in support of aeronautics research and development programs and projects2 7ii7 an assessment of-- 7,i7 the fiscal year in which the review is conducted1 and the #c fiscal years prior to such year1 of ,federal expenditures and any applicable fluctuation in the appropriated funds1 for ,,faa and ,,nasa research and development programs and projects and the impact of any funding changes on agency programs and projects2 and 7,,ii7 the extent to which other ,federal agencies1 industry partners1 and research organizations are involved in such programs and projects2 and 7iii7 recommendations1 as appropriate1 for the improvement of such coordination and collaboration with ,,nasa2 7,c7 with other relevant ,federal agencies2 7,d7 with international partners2 and 7,e7 with academia1 research organizations1 standards groups1 and industry2 7#d7 interacts with the private sector1 including by examining the extent to which ,,faa-- 7,a7 takes into account private sector research and development efforts in the management and investment of the research and development activities and investments of the ,,faa2 and 7,b7 assesses the impact of ,,faa research and development on ,u4,s4 private sector aeronautics research and development investments2 7#e7 transitions the results of research and development projects into operational use2 7#f7 has implemented the recommendations in the report issued by the ,comptroller ,general titled ,aviation ,research and ,development issued ,april #bjag 7,,gao report #ag-cgb7 and the results of the efforts to implement such recommendations2 and 7#g7 can improve management of research and development activities and any recommendations as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate based on the results of the review4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after completing the review under required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress-- 7#a7 a report on such review and relevant findings2 and 7#b7 recommendations1 including the recommendations developed under paragraphs 7#c77;,b77iii7 and 7#g7 of subsection 7b74 #ajaf4 ,research and development of ,,faa's aeronautical information systems modernization activities 7a7 ,in general ,using amounts made available under section #dhajb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,john ,a4 ,volpe ,national ,transportation ,systems ,center1 shall establish a research and development program1 not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 to inform the continuous modernization of the aeronautical information systems of the ,,faa1 including-- 7#a7 the ,aeronautical ,information ,management ,modernization1 including the ,notice to ,air ,missions system of the ,,faa2 7#b7 the ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing system2 and 7#c7 the ,service ,difficulty ,reporting ,system4 7b7 ,review and report 7#a7 ,review ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with a federally funded research and development center to conduct and complete a review of planned and ongoing modernization efforts of the aeronautical information systems of the ,,faa4 ,such review shall identify opportunities for additional coordination between the ,administrator and the ,john ,a4 ,volpe ,national ,transportation ,systems ,center to further modernize such systems4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the ,administrator enters into the agreement with the center under paragraph 7#a71 the ,center shall submit to the ,administrator1 the covered committees of ,congress1 and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report on the review conducted under paragraph 7#a7 and such recommendations as the ,center determines appropriate4 #ajag4 ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dde of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddebj4 ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall continue operation of the ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment 7in this section referred to as the ,center74 7b7 ,responsibilities ,the ,center shall-- 7#a7 focus on research to-- 7,a7 assist in the development1 qualification1 and certification of the use of aviation fuel from alternative and renewable sources 7such as biomass1 next-generation feedstocks1 alcohols1 organic acids1 hydrogen1 bioderived chemicals and gaseous carbon7 for commercial aircraft2 7,b7 assist in informing the safe use of alternative aviation fuels in commercial aircraft that also apply electrified aircraft propulsion systems2 7,c7 reduce community exposure to civilian aircraft noise and pollutant emissions2 7,d7 inform decision making to support ,united ,states leadership on international aviation environmental issues1 including the development of domestic and international standards2 and 7,e7 improve and expand the scientific understanding of civil aviation noise and pollutant emissions and their impacts1 as well as support the development of improved modeling approaches and tools2 7#b7 examine the use of novel technologies and other forms of innovation to reduce noise1 emissions1 and fuel burn in commercial aircraft2 and 7#c7 support collaboration with other ,federal agencies1 industry stakeholders1 research institutions1 and other relevant entities to accelerate the research1 development1 testing1 evaluation1 and demonstration programs and facilitate ,united ,states sustainability and competitiveness in aviation4 7c7 ,grant authority ,the ,administrator shall carry out the work of the ,center through the use of grants or other measures1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator pursuant to section #ddeac1 including through interagency agreements and coordination with other ,federal agencies4 7d7 ,participation 7#a7 ,participation of educational and research institutions ,in carrying out the responsibilities described in subsection 7b71 the ,center shall include1 as appropriate1 participation by-- 7,a7 institutions of higher education and research institutions that-- 7i7 have existing facilities for research1 development1 and testing2 and 7ii7 leverage private sector partnerships2 7,b7 other ,federal agencies2 7,c7 consortia with experience across the alternative fuels supply chain1 including with research1 feedstock development and production1 small-scale development1 testing1 and technology evaluation related to the creation1 processing1 production1 and transportation of alternative aviation fuel2 and 7,d7 consortia with experience in innovative technologies to reduce noise1 emissions1 and fuel burn in commercial aircraft4 7#b7 ,use of ,,nasa facilities ,the ,center shall1 in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa1 consider using1 on a reimbursable basis1 the existing and available capacity in aeronautics research facilities at the ,langley ,research ,center1 the ,,nasa ,john ,h4 ,glenn ,center at the ,neil ,a4 ,armstrong ,test ,facility1 and other appropriate facilities of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dde of such title1 as amended by section #hag1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddeai the following3 #ddebj4 ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment4 4 #ajah4 ,next generation radio altimeters 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the aviation and commercial wireless industries1 the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration1 the ,federal ,communications ,commission1 and other relevant government stakeholders1 shall carry out an accelerated research and development program to inform the development and testing of the standards and technology necessary to ensure appropriate ,,faa certification actions and industry production that meets the installation requirements for next generation radio altimeters across all necessary aircraft by ,january #a1 #bjbh4 7b7 ,grant program ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,administrator may award grants for the purposes of research and development1 testing1 and other activities necessary to ensure that next generation radio altimeter technology is developed1 tested1 certified1 and installed on necessary aircraft by #bjbh1 including through public-private partnership grants 7which shall include protections for necessary intellectual property with respect to any private sector entity testing1 certifying1 or producing next generation radio altimeters under the program carried out under this section7 with industry to ensure the accelerated production and installation by ,january #a1 #bjbh4 7c7 ,review and report ,not later than #ahj days after the enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report on the steps the ,administrator has taken as of the date on which such report is submitted and any actions the ,administrator plans to take1 including as part of the program carried out under this section1 to ensure that next generation radio altimeter technology is developed1 tested1 certified1 and installed by #bjbh4 7d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to apply to efforts to retrofit the existing supply of altimeters in place as of the date of enactment of this ,act4 #ajai4 ,hydrogen aviation strategy 7a7 ,,faa and ,department of ,energy leadership on using hydrogen to propel commercial aircraft ,the ,secretary1 acting through the ,administrator and jointly with the ,secretary of ,energy1 shall exercise leadership in and shall conduct research and development activities relating to enabling the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including the safe and efficient use and sourcing of hydrogen to propel commercial aircraft4 7b7 ,research strategy ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa and other relevant ,federal agencies1 shall complete the development of a research and development strategy on the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation4 7c7 ,considerations ,the strategy developed under subsection 7b7 shall consider the following3 7#a7 ,the feasibility1 opportunities1 challenges1 and pathways toward the potential and safe uses of hydrogen in civil aviation4 7#b7 ,the use of hydrogen in addition to electric propulsion to propel commercial aircraft and any related operational efficiencies4 7d7 ,exercise of leadership ,the ,secretary1 the ,administrator1 and the ,secretary of ,energy shall carry out the research activities consistent with the strategy in subsection 7b71 and that may include the following3 7#a7 ,establishing positions and goals for the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including to propel commercial aircraft4 7#b7 ,understanding of the qualification of hydrogen aviation fuel1 the safe transition to such fuel for aircraft1 the advancement of certification efforts for such fuel1 and risk mitigation measures for the use of such fuel in aircraft systems1 including propulsion and storage systems4 7#c7 ,through grant1 contract1 or interagency agreements1 carrying out research and development to understand the contribution that the use of hydrogen would have on civil aviation1 including hydrogen as an input for conventional jet fuel1 hydrogen fuel cells as a source of electric propulsion1 sustainable aviation fuel1 and power to liquids or synthetic fuel1 and researching ways of accelerating the introduction of hydrogen-propelled aircraft4 7#d7 ,reviewing grant eligibility requirements1 loans1 loan guarantees1 and other policies and requirements of the ,,faa and the ,department of ,energy to identify ways to increase the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation4 7#e7 ,considering the needs of the aerospace industry1 aviation suppliers1 hydrogen producers1 airlines1 airport sponsors1 fixed base operators1 and other stakeholders in creating policies that enable the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation4 7#f7 ,coordinating with ,,nasa1 and obtaining input from the aerospace industry1 aviation suppliers1 hydrogen producers1 airlines1 airport sponsors1 fixed base operators1 academia and other stakeholders regarding-- 7,a7 the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including-- 7i7 updating or modifying existing policies on such use2 7ii7 assessing barriers to1 and benefits of1 the introduction of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including aircraft propelled by hydrogen2 7iii7 the operational differences between aircraft propelled by hydrogen and aircraft propelled with other types of fuels2 and 7iv7 public1 economic1 and noise benefits of the operation of commercial aircraft propelled by hydrogen and associated aerospace industry activity2 and 7,b7 other issues identified by the ,secretary1 the ,administrator1 the ,secretary of ,energy1 or the advisory committee established under paragraph 7#g7 that must be addressed in order to enable the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation4 7#g7 ,establish an advisory committee composed of representatives of ,,nasa1 the aerospace industry1 aviation suppliers1 hydrogen producers1 airlines1 airport sponsors1 fixed base operators1 and other stakeholders to advise the ,secretary1 the ,administrator1 and the ,secretary of ,energy on the activities carried out under this subsection4 7e7 ,international leadership ,the ,secretary1 the ,administrator1 and the ,secretary of ,energy1 in the appropriate international forums1 shall take actions that-- 7#a7 demonstrate global leadership in carrying out the activities required by subsections 7a7 and 7b72 7#b7 consider the needs of the aerospace industry1 aviation suppliers1 hydrogen producers1 airlines1 airport sponsors1 fixed base operators1 and other stakeholders identified under subsection 7b72 7#c7 consider the needs of fuel cell manufacturers2 and 7#d7 seek to advance the competitiveness of the ,united ,states in the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation4 7f7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary1 acting through the ,administrator and jointly with the ,secretary of ,energy1 shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report detailing-- 7#a7 the actions of the ,secretary1 the ,administrator1 and the ,secretary of ,energy to exercise leadership in conducting research relating to the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation2 7#b7 the planned1 proposed1 and anticipated actions to update or modify existing policies related to the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 based on the results of the research and development carried out under this section1 including such actions identified as a result of consultation with1 and feedback from1 the aerospace industry1 aviation suppliers1 hydrogen producers1 airlines1 airport sponsors1 fixed base operators1 academia and other stakeholders identified under subsection 7b72 and 7#c7 a proposed timeline for any such actions pursuant to paragraph 7#b74 #ajbj4 ,aviation fuel systems 7a7 ,coordination ,the ,secretary1 in coordination with the stakeholders identified in subsection 7b71 shall review1 plan1 and make recommendations with respect to coordination and implementation issues relating to aircraft powered by new aviation fuels or fuel systems1 including at a minimum1 the following3 7#a7 ,research and technical assistance related to the development1 certification1 operation1 and maintenance of aircraft powered by new aviation fuels and fuel systems1 along with refueling and charging infrastructure and associated technologies critical to their deployment4 7#b7 ,data sharing with respect to the installation1 maintenance1 and utilization of charging and refueling infrastructure at airports4 7#c7 ,development and deployment of training and certification programs for the development1 construction1 and maintenance of aircraft1 related fuel systems1 and charging and refueling infrastructure4 7#d7 ,any other issues that the ,secretary1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,energy1 shall deem of interest related to the validation and certification of new fuels for use or fuel systems in aircraft4 7b7 ,consultation ,the ,secretary shall consult with-- 7#a7 the ,department of ,energy2 7#b7 ,,nasa2 7#c7 the ,department of the ,air ,force2 and 7#d7 other ,federal agencies1 as determined by the ,secretary4 7c7 ,prohibition on duplication ,the ,secretary shall ensure that activities conducted under this section do not duplicate other ,federal programs or efforts4 7d7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall be construed as granting the ,environmental ,protection ,agency additional authority to establish alternative fuel emissions standards4 7e7 ,briefing ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary shall provide to the covered committees of ,congress a briefing on the results of the review of coordination efforts conducted under this section4 #ajba4 ,air traffic surveillance over ,united ,states controlled oceanic airspace and other remote locations 7a7 ,persistent aviation surveillance over oceans and remote locations ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa and other relevant ,federal agencies1 shall carry out research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing to enable civil aviation surveillance over oceans and other remote locations to improve safety4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report on the activities carried out under this section4 7c7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to duplicate existing efforts conducted by the ,administrator1 in coordination with other ,federal agencies4 #ajbb4 ,aviation weather technology review 7a7 ,review ,the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 shall conduct a review of current and planned research1 modeling1 and technology capabilities that have the potential to-- 7#a7 more accurately detect and predict weather impacts to aviation2 7#b7 inform how advanced predictive models can enhance aviation operations2 and 7#c7 increase national airspace system safety and efficiency4 7b7 ,consideration ,the review required under subsection 7a7 shall include consideration of the unique impacts of weather on unmanned aircraft systems 7as defined in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 and advanced air mobility operations4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the review conducted under subsection 7a74 7d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to duplicate existing efforts conducted by the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration4 #ajbc4 ,air traffic surface operations safety 7a7 ,research ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa and other appropriate ,federal agencies1 shall continue to carry out research and development activities relating to technologies and operations to enhance air traffic surface operations safety4 7b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out the research and development under subsection 7a7 shall examine the following3 7#a7 ,methods and technologies to enhance the safety and efficiency of air traffic control operations related to air traffic surface operations4 7#b7 ,emerging technologies installed in aircraft cockpits to enhance ground situational awareness1 including enhancements to the operational performance of runway traffic alerting and runway landing safety technologies4 7#c7 ,safety enhancements and adjustments to air traffic surface operations to account for and enable safe operations of advanced aviation technology4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report on the research and development activities carried out under this section1 including regarding the transition into operational use of such activities4 #ajbd4 ,technology review of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies 7a7 ,review ,the ,administrator shall conduct a review of current and planned artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to improve airport efficiency and safety4 7b7 ,considerations ,in conducting the review required under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may consider-- 7#a7 identifying best practices and lessons learned from both domestic and international artificial intelligence and machine learning technology applications to improve airport operations2 and 7#b7 coordinating with other relevant ,federal agencies to identify ,china's domestic application of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies relating to airport operations4 7c7 ,summaries ,the review conducted under subsection 7a7 shall include examination of the application of artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to the following3 7#a7 ,jet bridges4 7#b7 ,airport service vehicles on airport movement areas4 7#c7 ,aircraft taxi4 7#d7 ,air traffic control operations4 7#e7 ,any other areas the ,administrator determines necessary to help improve airport efficiency and safety4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the review conducted under subsection 7a74 #ajbe4 ,research plan for commercial supersonic research 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa and industry1 shall provide to the covered committees of ,congress a briefing on any plans to build on existing research and development activities and identify any further research and development needed to inform the development of ,federal and international policies1 regulations1 standards1 and recommended practices relating to the certification and safe and efficient operation of civil supersonic aircraft and supersonic overland flight4 7b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to duplicate existing research and development efforts conducted by the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa4 7c7 ,supersonic defined ,in this section1 the term supersonic means flights operating at speeds in excess of ,mach #a but less than ,mach #e4 #ajbf4 ,electromagnetic spectrum research and development 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,national ,telecommunications and ,information ,administration and the ,federal ,communications ,commission1 shall conduct research1 engineering1 and development related to the effective and efficient use and management of radio frequency spectrum in the civil aviation domain1 including for aircraft1 unmanned aircraft systems1 and advanced air mobility4 7b7 ,contents ,the research1 engineering1 and development conducted under subsection 7a7 shall1 at a minimum1 address the following3 7#a7 ,how reallocation or repurposing of radio frequency spectrum adjacent to spectrum allocated for communication1 navigation1 and surveillance may impact the safety of civil aviation4 7#b7 ,the effectiveness of measures to identify risks1 protect1 and mitigate against spectrum interference in frequency bands used in civil aviation operations to ensure public safety4 7#c7 ,the identification of any emerging civil aviation systems and their anticipated spectrum requirements4 7#d7 ,the implications of paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 on existing civil aviation systems that use radio frequency spectrum1 including on the operational specifications of such systems1 as it relates to existing and to future radio frequency spectrum requirements for civil aviation4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the research1 engineering1 and development conducted under subsection 7a74 #ajbg4 ,research plan on the remote tower program 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a comprehensive plan for research1 development1 testing1 and evaluation needed to further mature remote tower technologies and systems and related requirements and provide a strategic roadmap to support deployment of such technologies4 7b7 ,considerations ,in developing the plan under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7#a7 how remote tower systems could enhance certain air traffic services1 including providing additional air traffic support to existing air traffic control tower operations and providing air traffic support at airports without a manned air traffic control tower2 7#b7 the validation and certification timeline and structure of the ,,faa2 7#c7 existing remote tower technologies to the extent possible to inform technology maturation and improvements2 7#d7 new and developing remote tower technologies and the extent to which remote tower systems enable the introduction of advanced technological capabilities2 and 7#e7 collaborating with the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers of the ,,faa certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 7c7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this section shall be construed to limit or otherwise delay testing1 validating1 certifying1 or deploying remote tower technologies conducted under section #dgabd title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #ajbh4 ,air traffic control training 7a7 ,research ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,administrator shall carry out a research program to evaluate opportunities to modernize1 enhance1 and streamline on-the-job training and training time for individuals seeking to become certified professional controllers of the ,,faa1 as required by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out the research program under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 assess the benefits of deploying and using advanced technologies1 such as artificial intelligence1 machine learning1 adaptive computer-based simulation1 virtual reality1 or augmented reality1 or any other technology determined appropriate by the ,administrator1 to enhance air traffic controller knowledge retention and controller performance1 strengthen safety1 and improve the effectiveness of training time2 and 7#b7 include collaboration with labor organizations1 including the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers of the ,,faa certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 and other stakeholders4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report on the findings of the research under subsection 7a74 7d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to delay the installation of tower simulation systems by the ,administrator at ,,faa air traffic facilities across the national airspace system4 #ajbi4 ,report on aviation cybersecurity directives 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report on the status of the implementation by the ,administrator of the framework developed under section #baaa of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7,public ,law #aad-aij2 #di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddijc note74 7b7 ,contents ,the report1 at a minimum1 shall include the following3 7#a7 ,a description of the progress of the ,administrator in developing1 implementing1 and updating such framework4 7#b7 ,an overview of completed research and development projects to date and a description of remaining research and development activities prioritized for the most needed improvements1 with target dates1 to safeguard the national airspace system4 7#c7 ,an explanation for any delays or challenges in so implementing such section4 #ajcj4 ,turbulence research and development 7a7 ,in general ,subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,administrator1 in collaboration with the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 and in consultation with the ,administrator of ,,nasa1 shall carry out applied research and development to-- 7#a7 enhance the monitoring and understanding of severe turbulence1 including clear-air turbulence2 and 7#b7 inform the development of measures to mitigate safety impacts on crew and the flying public that may result from severe turbulence4 7b7 ,research and development activities ,in carrying out the research and development under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 establish processes and procedures for comprehensive and systematic data collection1 through both instrumentation and pilot reporting1 of severe turbulence1 including clear-air turbulence2 7#b7 establish measures for storing and managing such data collection2 7#c7 support measures for monitoring and characterizing incidents of severe turbulence2 7#d7 consider relevant existing research and development from other entities1 including ,federal departments and agencies1 academia1 and the private sector2 and 7#e7 carry out research and development-- 7,a7 to understand the impacts of relevant factors on the nature of turbulence1 including severe turbulence and clear-air turbulence2 7,b7 to enhance turbulence forecasts for flight planning and execution1 seasonal predictions for schedule and route-planning1 and long-term projections of severe turbulence1 including clear-air turbulence2 and 7,c7 on other subject matters areas related to severe turbulence1 as determined by the ,administrator2 and 7#f7 support the effective transition of the results of research and development to operations1 in cases in which such transition is appropriate4 7c7 ,duplicative research and development activities ,the ,administrator shall ensure that research and development activities under this section do not duplicate other ,federal programs relating to turbulence4 7d7 ,turbulence data 7#a7 ,commercial providers ,in carrying out the research and development under subsection 7a7 and the activities described in subsection 7b71 the ,administrator may enter into agreements with commercial providers for the following3 7,a7 ,the purchase of turbulence data4 7,b7 ,the placement on aircraft of instruments relevant to understanding and monitoring turbulence4 7#b7 ,data access ,the ,administrator shall make the data collected under subsection 7b7 widely available and accessible to the scientific research1 user1 and stakeholder communities1 including the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 to the greatest extent practicable and in accordance with ,,faa data management policies4 7e7 ,report on turbulence research ,not later than #ae months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator1 in collaboration with the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report that-- 7#a7 details the activities conducted under this section1 including how the requirements of subsection 7b7 have contributed to the goals described in paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 of subsection 7a72 7#b7 assesses the current state of scientific understanding of the causes1 occurrence rates1 and past and projected future trends in occurrence rates of severe turbulence1 including clear-air turbulence2 7#c7 describes the processes and procedures for collecting1 storing1 and managing1 data in pursuant to subsection 7b72 7#d7 assesses-- 7,a7 the use of commercial providers pursuant to subsection 7d77#a72 and 7,b7 the need for any future ,federal ,government collection or procurement of data and instruments related to turbulence1 including an assessment of costs2 7#e7 describes how such data will be made available to the scientific research1 user1 and stakeholder communities2 and 7#f7 identifies future research and development needed to inform the development of measures to predict and mitigate the safety impacts that may result from severe turbulence1 including clear-air turbulence4 #ajca4 ,rule of construction regarding collaborations ,nothing in this title may be construed as modifying or limiting existing collaborations1 or limiting potential engagement on future collaborations1 between the ,administrator1 stakeholders1 and labor organizations1 including the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 pertaining to ,,faa research1 engineering1 development1 demonstration1 and testing activities4 #ajcb4 ,limitation 7a7 ,prohibited activities ,none of the funds authorized in this title may be used to conduct research1 develop1 design1 plan1 promulgate1 implement1 or execute a policy1 program1 order1 or contract of any kind with the ,chinese ,communist ,party or any entity that is domiciled in ,china or under the influence of ,china unless such activities are specifically authorized by a law enacted after the date of enactment of this ,act4 7b7 ,exemption ,the ,administrator is exempt from the prohibitions under subsection 7a7 if the prohibited activities are executed for the purposes of testing1 research1 evaluating1 analyzing1 or training related to-- 7#a7 counter-unmanned aircraft detection and mitigation systems1 including activities conducted-- 7,a7 under the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems of the ,,faa2 or 7,b7 by the test ranges designated under section #ddhjc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7#b7 the safe1 secure1 or efficient operation of the national airspace system or maintenance of public safety2 7#c7 the safe integration of advanced aviation technologies into the national airspace system1 including activities carried out by the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems of the ,,faa2 7#d7 in coordination with other relevant ,federal agencies1 determining security threats of unmanned aircraft systems2 and 7#e7 intelligence1 electronic warfare1 and information warfare operations4 7c7 ,waivers 7#a7 ,public interest determination ,the ,administrator may waive any prohibitions under subsection 7a7 on a case-by-case basis if the ,administrator determines that activities described in subsection 7a7 are in the public interest4 7#b7 ,notification ,if the ,administrator provides a waiver under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall notify the covered committees of ,congress in writing not later than #ae days after exercising such waiver4 ,b ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems and ,advanced ,air ,mobility #ajda4 ,definitions ,in this subtitle3 7#a7 ,advanced air mobility ,the term advanced air mobility means a transportation system that is comprised of urban air mobility and regional air mobility using manned or unmanned aircraft4 7#b7 ,interagency working group ,the term interagency working group means the advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems interagency working group of the ,national ,science and ,technology ,council established under section #ajdb4 7#c7 ,labor organization ,the term labor organization has the meaning given the term in section #b7e7 of the ,national ,labor ,relations ,act 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #aeb7e771 except that such term shall also include-- 7,a7 any organization composed of labor organizations1 such as a labor union federation or a ,state or municipal labor body2 and 7,b7 any organization which would be included in the definition for such term under such section #b7e7 but for the fact that the organization represents-- 7i7 individuals employed by the ,united ,states1 any wholly owned ,government corporation1 any ,federal ,reserve ,bank1 or any ,state or political subdivision thereof2 7ii7 individuals employed by persons subject to the ,railway ,labor ,act 7#de ,u4,s4,c4 #aea et seq472 or 7iii7 individuals employed as agricultural laborers4 7#d7 ,national laboratory ,the term ,national ,laboratory has the meaning given such term in section #b of the ,energy ,policy ,act of #bjje 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #aehja74 7#e7 ,technical standard ,the term technical standard has the meaning given such term in section #ab7;d77#e7 of the ,national ,technology ,transfer and ,advancement ,act of #aiie 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #bgb note74 7#f7 ,unmanned aircraft system ,the term unmanned aircraft system has the meaning given such term in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #ajdb4 ,interagency working group 7a7 ,designation 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,national ,science and ,technology ,council shall establish or designate an interagency working group on advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems to coordinate ,federal research1 development1 deployment1 testing1 and education activities to enable advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems4 7#b7 ,membership ,the interagency working group shall be comprised of senior representatives from ,,nasa1 the ,department of ,transportation1 the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration1 the ,national ,science ,foundation1 the ,national ,institute of ,standards and ,technology1 ,department of ,homeland ,security1 and such other ,federal agencies as appropriate4 7b7 ,duties ,the interagency working group shall-- 7#a7 develop a strategic research plan to guide ,federal research to enable advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems and oversee implementation of the plan2 7#b7 oversee the development of-- 7,a7 an assessment of the current state of ,united ,states competitiveness and leadership in advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems1 including the scope and scale of ,united ,states investments in relevant research and development2 and 7,b7 strategies to strengthen and secure the domestic supply chain for advanced air mobility systems and unmanned aircraft systems2 7#c7 facilitate communication and outreach opportunities with academia1 industry1 professional societies1 ,state1 local1 ,tribal1 and ,federal governments1 and other stakeholders2 7#d7 facilitate partnerships to leverage knowledge and resources from industry1 ,state1 local1 ,tribal1 and ,federal governments1 ,national ,laboratories1 unmanned aircraft systems test range 7as defined in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code71 academic institutions1 and others2 7#e7 coordinate with the advanced air mobility working group established under section #b of the ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,coordination and ,leadership ,act 7,public ,law #aag-bjc7 and heads of other ,federal departments and agencies to avoid duplication of research and other activities to ensure that the activities carried out by the interagency working group are complementary to those being undertaken by other interagency efforts2 and 7#f7 coordinate with the ,national ,security ,council and other authorized agency coordinating bodies on the assessment of risks affecting the existing ,federal unmanned aircraft systems fleet and outlining potential steps to mitigate such risks4 7c7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 and every #b years thereafter until ,december #ca1 #bjbh1 the interagency working group shall transmit to the covered committees of ,congress a report that includes a summary of federally funded advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems research1 development1 deployment1 and testing activities1 including the budget for each of the activities described in this paragraph4 7d7 ,rule of construction ,the interagency working group shall not be construed to conflict with or duplicate the work of the interagency working group established under the advanced air mobility working group established by the ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,coordination and ,leadership ,act 7,public ,law #aag-bjc74 #ajdc4 ,strategic research plan 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the interagency working group shall develop and periodically update1 as appropriate1 a strategic plan for ,federal research1 development1 deployment1 and testing of advanced air mobility systems and unmanned aircraft systems4 7b7 ,considerations ,in developing the plan required under subsection 7a71 the interagency working group shall consider and use-- 7#a7 information1 reports1 and studies on advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems that have identified research1 development1 deployment1 and testing needed2 7#b7 information set forth in the national aviation research plan developed under section #ddeja7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7#c7 recommendations made by the ,national ,academies in the review of the plan under subsection 7d74 7c7 ,contents of the plan ,in developing the plan required under subsection 7a71 the interagency working group shall-- 7#a7 determine and prioritize areas of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing requiring ,federal ,government leadership and investment2 7#b7 establish1 for the #aj-year period beginning in the calendar year the plan is submitted1 the goals and priorities for ,federal research1 development1 and testing which will-- 7,a7 support the development of advanced air mobility technologies and the development of an advanced air mobility research1 innovation1 and manufacturing ecosystem2 7,b7 take into account sustained1 consistent1 and coordinated support for advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems research1 development1 and demonstration1 including through grants1 cooperative agreements1 testbeds1 and testing facilities2 7,c7 apply lessons learned from unmanned aircraft systems research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing to advanced air mobility systems2 7,d7 inform the development of voluntary consensus technical standards and best practices for the development and use of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems2 7,e7 support education and training activities at all levels to prepare the ,united ,states workforce to use and interact with advanced air mobility systems and unmanned aircraft systems2 7,f7 support partnerships to leverage knowledge and resources from industry1 ,state1 local1 ,tribal1 and ,federal governments1 the ,national ,laboratories1 ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,research of the ,,faa1 unmanned aircraft systems test ranges 7as defined in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code71 academic institutions1 labor organizations1 and others to advance research activities2 7,g7 leverage existing ,federal investments2 and 7,h7 promote hardware interoperability and open-source systems2 7#c7 support research and other activities on the impacts of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems on national security1 safety1 economic1 legal1 workforce1 and other appropriate societal issues2 7#d7 reduce barriers to transferring research findings1 capabilities1 and new technologies related to advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems into operation for the benefit of society and ,united ,states competitiveness2 7#e7 in consultation with the ,council of ,economic ,advisers1 measure and track the contributions of unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility to ,united ,states economic growth and other societal indicators2 and 7#f7 identify relevant research and development programs and make recommendations for the coordination of relevant activities of the ,federal agencies and set forth the role of each ,federal agency in implementing the plan4 7d7 ,national academies of sciences1 engineering1 and medicine evaluation ,the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an agreement with the ,national ,academies to review the plan every #e years4 7e7 ,public participation ,in developing the plan under subsection 7a71 the interagency working group shall consult with representatives of stakeholder groups1 which may include academia1 research institutions1 and ,state1 industry1 and labor organizations4 ,not later than #ij days before the plan1 or any revision thereof1 is submitted to ,congress1 the plan shall be published in the ,federal ,register for a public comment period of not less than #fj days4 7f7 ,reports to ,congress on the strategic research plan 7#a7 ,progress report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the interagency working group described in section #ajdb of this ,act shall transmit to the covered committees of ,congress a report that describes the progress in developing the plan required under this section4 7#b7 ,initial report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the interagency working group shall transmit to the covered committees of ,congress the strategic research plan developed under this section4 7#c7 ,biennial report ,not later than #a year after the transmission of the initial report under paragraph 7#b7 and every #b years thereafter until ,december #ca1 #bjcc1 the interagency working group shall transmit to the covered committees of ,congress a report that includes an analysis of the progress made towards achieving the goals and priorities for the strategic research plan4 #ajdd4 ,federal ,aviation ,administration unmanned aircraft system and advanced air mobility research and development 7a7 ,in general ,consistent with the research plan in section #ajdc1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,administrator of ,,nasa and other ,federal agencies1 shall carry out and support research1 development1 testing1 and demonstration activities and technology transfer1 and activities to facilitate the transition of such technologies into application to enable advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems and to facilitate the safe integration of advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system1 in areas including-- 7#a7 beyond visual-line-of-sight operations2 7#b7 command and control link technologies2 7#c7 development and integration of unmanned aircraft system traffic management into the national airspace system2 7#d7 noise and other societal and environmental impacts2 7#e7 informing the development of an industry consensus vehicle-to-vehicle standard2 7#f7 safety1 including collisions between advanced air mobility and unmanned aircraft systems of various sizes1 traveling at various speeds1 and various other crewed aircraft or various parts of other crewed aircraft of various sizes and traveling at various speeds2 and 7#g7 detect-and-avoid capabilities4 7b7 ,duplicative research and development activities ,the ,administrator shall ensure that research and development and other activities conducted under this section do not duplicate other ,federal activities related to the integration of unmanned aviation systems or advanced air mobility4 7c7 ,lessons learned ,the ,administrator shall apply lessons learned from unmanned aircraft systems research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing to advanced air mobility systems4 7d7 ,research on approaches to evaluating risk ,the ,administrator shall conduct research on approaches to evaluating risk in emerging vehicles1 technologies1 and operations for unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility systems4 ,such research shall include-- 7#a7 defining quantitative metrics1 including metrics that may support the ,administrator in making determinations1 and research to inform the development of requirements1 as practicable1 for the operations of certain unmanned aircraft systems1 as described under section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7#b7 developing risk-based processes and criteria to inform the development of regulations and certification of complex operations1 to include autonomous beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations1 of unmanned aircraft systems of various sizes and weights1 and advanced air mobility systems2 and 7#c7 considering the utility of performance standards to make determinations under section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7e7 ,report ,not later than #i months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the covered committees of ,congress a report on the actions taken by the ,administrator to implement provisions under this section that includes-- 7#a7 a summary of the costs and results of research under subsection 7a77#f72 7#b7 a description of plans for and progress toward the implementation of research and development under subsection 7d72 7#c7 a description of the progress of the ,,faa in using research and development to inform ,,faa certification guidance and regulations of-- 7,a7 large unmanned aircraft systems1 including those weighing more than #ee pounds2 and 7,b7 extended autonomous and remotely piloted operations beyond visual line of sight in controlled and uncontrolled airspace2 and 7#d7 a current plan for full operational capability of unmanned aircraft systems traffic management1 as described in section #cgf the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddhjb note74 7f7 ,parallel efforts 7#a7 ,in general ,research and development activities under this section may be conducted concurrently with the deployment of technologies outlined in 7a7 and in carrying out the this title and title ,,ix4 7#b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to delay appropriate actions to deploy the technologies outlined in subsection 7a71 including the deployment of beyond visual-line-of-sight operations of unmanned aircraft systems1 or delay the ,administrator in carrying out this title and title ,,ix1 or limit ,,faa use of existing risk methodologies to make determinations pursuant to section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 prior to completion of relevant research and development activities4 7#c7 ,practices and regulations ,the ,administrator shall1 to the maximum extent practicable1 use the results of research and development activities conducted under this section to inform decisions on whether and how to maintain or update existing regulations and practices1 or whether to establish new practices or regulations4 #ajde4 ,partnerships for research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing 7a7 ,study ,the ,administrator shall seek to enter into an arrangement with the ,national ,academy of ,public ,administration to examine research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing partnerships of the ,,faa to advance unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility and to facilitate the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7b7 ,considerations ,the ,administrator shall ensure that the entity carrying out the study in subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 identify existing ,,faa partnerships with external entities1 including academia and ,centers of ,excellence1 industry1 and nonprofit organizations1 and the types of such partnership arrangements2 7#b7 examine the partnerships in paragraph 7#a71 including the scope and areas of research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing carried out1 and associated arrangements for performing research and development activities2 7#c7 review the extent to which the ,,faa uses the results and outcomes of each partnership to advance the research and development in unmanned aircraft systems2 7#d7 identify additional research and development areas1 if any1 that may benefit from partnership arrangements1 and whether such research and development would require new partnerships2 7#e7 identify any duplication of ongoing or planned research1 development1 demonstration1 or testing activities2 7#f7 identify effective and appropriate means for publication and dissemination of the results and sharing with the public1 commercial1 and research communities related data from such research1 development1 demonstration1 and testing conducted under such partnerships2 7#g7 identify effective mechanisms1 either new or already existing1 to facilitate coordination1 evaluation1 and information-sharing among and between such partnerships2 7#h7 identify effective and appropriate means for facilitating technology transfer activities within such partnerships2 7#i7 identify the extent to which such partnerships broaden participation from groups historically underrepresented in science1 technology1 engineering1 and mathematics1 including computer science and cybersecurity1 and include participation by industry1 workforce1 and labor organizations2 and 7#aj7 review options for funding models best suited for such partnerships1 which may include cost-sharing and public-private partnership models with industry4 7c7 ,transmittal ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall transmit to the covered committees of ,congress the study described in subsection 7a74 ,,xi ,miscellaneous #aaja4 ,technical corrections 7a7 ,title #di analysis ,the analysis for title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to subtitle ,,ix and inserting the following3 ,,ix4,,multimodal ,,freight ,,transportation#gjaja 4 7b7 ,subtitle ,i analysis ,the analysis for subtitle ,i of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to chapter #g4 7c7 ,subtitle ,,vii analysis ,the analysis for subtitle ,,vii of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to chapter #ddh and inserting the following3 #ddh4,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems#ddhja 4 7d7 ,authority ,to exempt ,section #djaji7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking sections #djajc7;b77#a7 and 7#b7 of this title and inserting paragraphs 7#a7 and 7#b7 of section #djajc7;b74 7e7 ,disposal of property ,section #djaaj7;c77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subsection 7a77#b7 and inserting subsection 7a77#c74 7f7 ,general procurement authority ,section #djaaj7;d77#c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,b7 by inserting 1 as in effect on ,october #i1 #aiif after ,policy ,act2 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,c7 by striking the ,office of ,federal ,procurement ,policy ,act and inserting division ,b of subtitle ,i of title #da2 and 7#c7 in subparagraph 7,d7 by striking section #bg7;e77#c77;,a77iv7 of the ,office of ,federal ,procurement ,policy ,act and inserting section #baje7;c77#a77;,d7 of title #da4 7g7 ,government-,financed air transportation ,section #djaah7;g77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking detection and reporting of potential human trafficking 7as described in paragraphs 7#i7 and 7#aj7 and inserting detection and reporting of potential severe forms of trafficking in persons and sex trafficking 7as such terms are defined in paragraphs 7#aa7 and 7#ab74 7h7 ,,faa authority ,to conduct criminal history record checks ,section #djacj7;a77#a77;,a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #adfaf7 and inserting 7#cd ,u4,s4,c4 #djcaf74 7i7 ,submissions of plans ,section #dacac7;c77#af7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking will consult and inserting the foreign air carrier shall consult4 7j7 ,plans and policy ,section #ddeja7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#b77;,b77i71 by striking #djaai12 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#c7 by striking ,subject to section #djaai7;b7 of this title and regulations prescribed under section #djaai7;b71 and inserting ,subject to section #ddiab7;d77#b7 and regulations prescribed under such section14 7k7 ,civil penalty ,section #ddgjd7;f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subsection 7a77#f7 and inserting subsection 7d77#c74 7l7 ,use and limitation of amounts ,section #ddejh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #djaai1 each place it appears4 7m7 ,structures interfering with air commerce or national security ,section #ddgah7;h7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7h7 ,definitions ,in this section1 the terms adverse impact on military operations and readiness and unacceptable risk to the national security of the ,united ,states have the meaning given those terms in section #ahc;a7h7 of title #aj4 4 7n7 ,meteorological services ,section #ddgbj7;b77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking the ,administrator to persons and inserting the ,administrator1 to persons2 and 7#b7 by striking the ,administrator and to and inserting the ,administrator1 and to4 7o7 ,aeronautical charts ,section #ddgba7;c77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #aidg1 and inserting #aidg4 7p7 ,flight attendant certification ,section #ddgbh7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,regulation1 and inserting ,regulations14 7q7 ,manual surcharge ,the analysis for chapter #dec of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #decjf4 ,manual surcharge4 4 7r7 ,schedule of fees ,section #decja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,the ,administrator shall establish and inserting ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall establish4 7s7 ,judicial review ,section #dfaaj7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subsection 7l7 or 7s7 of section #aad and inserting subsection 7l7 or 7r7 of section #aad4 7t7 ,civil penalties ,section #dfcja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the heading for paragraph 7#f71 by striking ,failure ,to ,collect ,airport ,security ,badges and inserting ,failure to collect airport security badges2 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#g71 by striking ,penalties ,relating to ,harm to ,passengers ,with ,disabilities in the paragraph heading and inserting ,penalties relating to harm to passengers with disabilities4 7u7 ,payments under project grant agreements ,section #dgaaa7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking fee and inserting charge4 7v7 ,agreements for ,state and local operation of airport facilities ,section #dgabd7;b77#a77;,b77ii7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the second period at the end4 7w7 ,use of funds for repairs for runway safety repairs ,section #dgadd7;b77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daba et seq47 and inserting 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #eaba et seq474 7x7 ,metropolitan ,washington ,airports ,authority ,section #diajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a77#a77;,b7 by striking and section #diajh of this title2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7c77#f77;,c7 by inserting the before jurisdiction4 7y7 ,separability and effect of judicial order ,section #diaab7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking paragraph 7#a72 and 7#b7 by striking 7#b7 ,any action and inserting ,any action4 #aajb4 ,transportation of organs 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,secretary1 in consultation with the ,administrator1 shall convene a working group 7in this section referred to as the working group7 to assist in developing best practices for transportation of an organ in the cabin of an aircraft operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and to identify regulations that hinder such transportation1 if applicable4 7b7 ,composition ,the working group shall be comprised of representatives from the following3 7#a7 ,air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,organ procurement organizations4 7#c7 ,organ transplant hospitals4 7#d7 ,flight attendants4 7#e7 ,other relevant ,federal agencies involved in organ transportation or air travel4 7c7 ,considerations ,in establishing the best practices described in subsection 7a71 the working group shall consider-- 7#a7 a safe1 standardized process for acceptance1 handling1 management1 and transportation of an organ in the cabin of such aircraft2 and 7#b7 protocols to ensure the safe and timely transport of an organ in the cabin of such aircraft1 including through connecting flights4 7d7 ,recommendations ,not later than #a year after the convening of the working group1 such working group shall submit to the ,secretary a report containing recommendations for the best practices described in subsection 7a74 7e7 ,definition of organ ,in this section1 the term organ-- 7#a7 has the meaning given such term in section #aba4b of title #db1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#b7 includes-- 7,a7 organ-related tissue2 7,b7 bone marrow2 and 7,c7 human cells1 tissues1 or cellular or tissue-based products 7as such term is defined in section #abga4c7;d7 of title #ba1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations74 #aajc4 ,acceptance of digital driver's license and identification cards ,the ,administrator shall take such actions as may be necessary to accept1 in any instance where an individual is required to submit government-issued identification to the ,administrator1 a digital or mobile driver's license or identification card issued to such individual by a ,state4 #aajd4 ,quasquicentennial of aviation 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,december #ag1 #bjbh1 is the #abeth anniversary of the first successful manned1 free1 controlled1 and sustained flight by an aircraft4 7#b7 ,the first flight by ,orville and ,wilbur ,wright in ,kitty ,hawk1 ,north ,carolina1 is a defining moment in the history of the ,united ,states and the world4 7#c7 ,the ,wright brothers' achievement is a testament to their ingenuity1 perseverance1 and commitment to innovation1 which has inspired generations of aviators and scientists alike4 7#d7 ,the advent of aviation and the air transportation industry has fundamentally transformed the ,united ,states and the world for the better4 7#e7 ,the #abeth anniversary of the ,wright brothers' first flight is worthy of recognition and celebration to honor their legacy and to inspire a new generation of ,americans as aviation reaches an inflection point of innovation and change4 7b7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that the ,secretary1 the ,administrator1 and the heads of other appropriate ,federal agencies should facilitate and participate in local1 national1 and international observances and activities that commemorate and celebrate the #abeth anniversary of powered flight4 #aaje4 ,limitations for certain cargo aircraft 7a7 ,in general ,the standards adopted by the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency in part #ajcj of title #dj1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and the requirements in part #ch of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 that were finalized by the ,administrator of the ,,faa under the final rule titled ,airplane ,fuel ,efficiency ,certification1 and published on ,february #af1 #bjbd 7#hi ,fed4 ,reg4 #abfcd7 in part #ch of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 shall not apply to any covered airplane before the date that is #e years after ,january #a1 #bjbh4 7b7 ,operational limitation ,the ,administrator shall limit to domestic use or international operations1 consistent with relevant international agreements and standards1 the operation of any covered airplane that-- 7#a7 does not meet the standards and requirements described in subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 received an original certificate of airworthiness issued by the ,administrator on or after ,january #a1 #bjbh4 7c7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,covered airplane ,the term covered airplane means an airplane that-- 7,a7 is a subsonic jet that is a purpose-built freighter2 7,b7 has a maximum takeoff mass greater than #ahj1jjj kilograms but not greater than #bdj1jjj kilograms2 and 7,c7 has a type design certificated prior to ,january #a1 #bjbc4 7#b7 ,purpose-built freighter ,the term purpose-built freighter means any airplane that-- 7,a7 was configured to carry cargo rather than passengers prior to receiving an original certificate of airworthiness2 and 7,b7 is configured to carry cargo rather than passengers4 #aajf4 ,prohibition on mandates 7a7 ,prohibition on mandates ,the ,administrator may not require any contractor to mandate that employees of such contractor obtain a ,,covid-#ai vaccine or enforce any condition regarding the ,,covid-#ai vaccination status of employees of a contractor4 7b7 ,prohibition on implementation ,the ,administrator may not implement or enforce any requirement that-- 7#a7 employees of air carriers be vaccinated against ,,covid-#ai2 7#b7 employees of the ,,faa be vaccinated against ,,covid-#ai2 or 7#c7 passengers of air carriers be vaccinated against ,,covid-#ai or wear a mask as a result of a ,,covid-#ai related public health measure4 #aajg4 ,,covid-#ai vaccination status 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 #dagbi4 ,,covid-#ai vaccination status 7a7 ,in general ,an air carrier 7as such term is defined in section #djajb7 may not deny service to any individual solely based on the vaccination status of the individual with respect to ,,covid-#ai4 7b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to apply to the regulation of intrastate travel1 transportation1 or movement1 including the intrastate transportation of passengers4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dag of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dagbh the following3 #dagbi4 ,,covid-#ai vaccination status4 4 7c7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section1 or the amendment made by this section1 shall be construed to permit or otherwise authorize an executive agency to enact or otherwise impose a ,,covid-#ai vaccine mandate4 #aajh4 ,rulemaking related to operating high-speed flights in high altitude ,class ,e airspace ,not later than #b years after the date on which the ,administrator identifies the minimum altitude pursuant to section #ajaa1 the ,administrator shall publish in the ,federal ,register a notice of proposed rulemaking to amend sections #ia4hag and #ia4hah of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and such other regulations as appropriate1 to permit flight operations with speeds above ,mach #a at or above the minimum altitude identified under section #ajaa without specific authorization1 provided that such flight operations-- 7#a7 show compliance with airworthiness requirements2 7#b7 do not produce appreciable sonic boom overpressures that reach the surface under prevailing atmospheric conditions2 7#c7 have ordinary instrument flight rules clearances necessary to operate in controlled airspace2 and 7#d7 comply with applicable environmental requirements4 #aaji4 ,,faa leadership in hydrogen aviation 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall exercise leadership in the development of ,federal regulations1 standards1 best practices1 and guidance relating to the safe and efficient certification of the use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including the certification of hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft4 7b7 ,exercise of leadership ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 develop a viable path for the certification of the safe use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including hydrogen-powered aircraft1 that considers existing frameworks1 modifying an existing framework1 or developing new standards1 best practices1 or guidance to complement the existing frameworks1 as appropriate2 7#b7 review certification regulations1 guidance1 and other requirements of the ,,faa to identify ways to safely and efficiently certify hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft2 7#c7 consider the needs of the aerospace industry1 aviation suppliers1 hydrogen producers1 airlines1 airport sponsors1 fixed base operators1 and other stakeholders when developing regulations and standards that enable the safe certification and deployment of the use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft1 in the national airspace system2 and 7#d7 obtain the input of the aerospace industry1 aviation suppliers1 hydrogen producers1 airlines1 airport sponsors1 fixed base operators1 academia1 research institutions1 and other stakeholders regarding-- 7,a7 an appropriate regulatory framework and timeline for permitting the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including the deployment and operation of hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft in the ,united ,states1 which may include updating or modifying existing regulations2 7,b7 how to accelerate the resolution of issues related to data1 standards development1 and related regulations necessary to facilitate the safe and efficient certification of the use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft2 and 7,c7 other issues identified and determined appropriate by the ,administrator or the advisory committee established under section #ajai7;d77#g7 to be addressed to enable the safe and efficient use of hydrogen in civil aviation1 including the deployment and operation of hydrogen-powered commercial aircraft4 #aaaj4 ,advancing global leadership on civil supersonic aircraft ,section #aha of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7 by striking regulations1 and standards and inserting regulations1 standards1 and recommended practices2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7g7 ,additional reports 7#a7 ,initial progress report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing-- 7,a7 the progress of the actions described in subsection 7d77#a72 7,b7 any planned1 proposed1 or anticipated action to update or modify existing policies and regulations related to civil supersonic aircraft1 including such actions identified as a result of stakeholder consultation and feedback 7such as landing and takeoff noise72 and 7,c7 any other information determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7#b7 ,subsequent report ,not later than #b years after the date on which the ,administrator submits the initial progress report under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall update the report described in paragraph 7#a7 and submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress such report4 4 #aaaa4 ,learning period ,section #ejije7;c77#i7 of title #ea1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,may #aa1 #bjbd and inserting ,january #a1 #bjbe4 #aaab4 ,counter-,,uas authorities ,section #baj;,g7i7 of the ,homeland ,security ,act of #bjjb 7#f ,u4,s4,c4 #abdn7i77 is amended by striking ,may #aa1 #bjbd and inserting ,october #a1 #bjbd4 #aaac4 ,study on air cargo operations 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study on the economic sustainability of air cargo operations4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the study required under subsection 7a71 the ,comptroller ,general shall address the following3 7#a7 ,airport and cargo development strategies1 including the pursuit of new air carriers and plans for physical expansion4 7#b7 ,key historical statistics for passenger1 cargo volumes1 including freight1 express1 and mail cargo1 and operations1 including statistics distinguishing between passenger and freight operations4 7#c7 ,a description of air cargo facilities1 including the age and condition of such facilities and the square footage and configuration of the landside and airside infrastructure of such facilities1 and cargo buildings4 7#d7 ,the projected square footage deficit of the cargo facilities and infrastructure described in paragraph 7#c74 7#e7 ,the projected requirements and square footage deficit for air cargo support facilities4 7#f7 ,the general physical and operating issues and constraints associated with air cargo operations4 7#g7 ,a description of delays in truck bays associated with the infrastructure and critical landside issues1 including truck maneuvering and queuing and parking for employees and customers4 7#h7 ,the estimated cost of developing new cargo facilities and infrastructure1 including the identification of percentages for development with a return on investment and without a return on investment4 7#i7 ,the projected leasing costs to tenants per square foot with and without ,federal funding of the non-return on investment allocation4 7#aj7 ,a description of customs and general staffing issues associated with air cargo operations and the impacts of such issues on service4 7#aa7 ,an assessment of the impact1 cost1 and estimated cost savings of using modern comprehensive communications and technology systems in air cargo operations4 7#ab7 ,a description of the impact of ,federal regulations and local enforcement of interdiction and facilitation policies on throughput4 7c7 ,report ,the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress the results of the study carried out under this section4 #aaad4 ,wing-in-ground-effect craft 7a7 ,memorandum of understanding 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #bd months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator and the ,commandant of the ,coast ,guard shall execute a memorandum of understanding governing the specific roles1 authorities1 delineations of responsibilities1 resources1 and commitments of the ,,faa and the ,coast ,guard1 respectively1 pertaining to wing-in-ground-effect craft that are-- 7,a7 only capable of operating either in water or in ground effect over water2 and 7,b7 operated exclusively over waters subject to the jurisdiction of the ,united ,states4 7#b7 ,contents ,the memorandum of understanding described in paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 cover1 at a minimum1 the processes of the ,,faa and the ,coast ,guard will follow to promote communications1 efficiency1 and nonduplication of effort in carrying out such memorandum of understanding2 and 7,b7 provide procedures for1 at a minimum-- 7i7 the approval of wing-in-ground-effect craft designs2 7ii7 the operation of wing-in-ground-effect craft1 including training and certification of persons responsible for operating such craft2 7iii7 pilotage of wing-in-ground-effect craft2 7iv7 the inspection1 including pre-delivery and service1 of wing-in-ground-effect craft2 and 7v7 the maintenance of wing-in-ground-effect craft4 7b7 ,status briefing ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator and the ,commandant shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the status of the memorandum of understanding described in subsection 7a7 as well as provide any recommendations for legislative action to improve efficacy or efficiency of wing-in-ground-effect craft governance4 7c7 ,wing-in-ground-effect craft defined ,in this section1 the term wing-in-ground-effect craft means a craft that is capable of operating completely above the surface of the water on a dynamic air cushion created by aerodynamic lift due to the ground effect between the craft and the surface of the water4 #aaae4 ,certificates of authorization or waiver 7a7 ,required coordination 7#a7 ,in general ,on an annual basis1 the ,administrator shall convene a meeting with representatives of ,,faa-approved air shows1 the general aviation community1 stadiums and other large outdoor events and venues or organizations that run such events1 the ,department of ,homeland ,security1 and the ,department of ,justice-- 7,a7 to identify scheduling conflicts between ,,faa-approved air shows and large outdoor events and venues where-- 7i7 flight restrictions will be imposed pursuant to section #eba of division ,f of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjjd 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djajc note72 or 7ii7 any other restriction will be imposed pursuant to ,,faa ,flight ,data ,center ,notice to ,airmen #d_/cfba 7or any successor notice to airmen72 and 7,b7 in instances where a scheduling conflict between events is identified or is found to be likely to occur1 develop appropriate operational and communication procedures to ensure for the safety and security of both events4 7#b7 ,scheduling conflict ,if the ,administrator or any other stakeholder party to the required annual coordination required in paragraph 7#a7 identifies a scheduling conflict outside of the annual meeting at any point prior to the scheduling conflict1 the ,administrator shall work with impacted stakeholders to develop appropriate operational and communication procedures to ensure for the safety and security of both events4 7b7 ,operational purposes ,section #eba7;a77#b77;,b7 of division ,f of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjjd 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djajc note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in clause 7ii7 by inserting 7or attendees approved by7 after guests of2 7#b7 in clause 7iv7 by striking and at the end2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7vi7 to permit the safe operation of an aircraft that is operated by an airshow performer in connection with an airshow1 provided such aircraft is not permitted to operate directly over the stadium 7or adjacent parking facilities7 during the sporting event2 and 4 #aaaf4 ,designation of additional port of entry for the importation and exportation of wildlife and wildlife products by the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service 7a7 ,in general ,subject to the availability of funding and in accordance with subsection 7b71 the ,director of the ,united ,states ,fish and ,wildlife ,service shall designate #a additional port as a port of entry designated for the importation and exportation of wildlife and wildlife products under section #ad4ab of title #ej1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,criteria for selecting additional designated port ,the ,director shall select the additional port to be designated pursuant to subsection 7a7 from among the ,united ,states airports that handled more than #h1jjj1jjj1jjj pounds of cargo during #bjbb1 as reported by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,air ,carrier ,activity ,information ,system1 and based upon the analysis submitted to ,congress by the ,director pursuant to the ,wildlife ,trafficking reporting directive under title ,i of ,senate ,report #aad-bha4 7c7 ,authority to accept donations ,the ,director may accept donations from private entities and1 notwithstanding section #ccjb of title #ca1 ,united ,states ,code1 may use those donations to fund the designation of the additional port pursuant to subsection 7a74 ,,xii ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board #abja4 ,short title ,this title may be cited as the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board ,amendments ,act of #bjbd4 #abjb4 ,authorization of appropriations ,section #aaah7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7a7 ,in general 7#a7 ,authorizations ,there is authorized to be appropriated for purposes of this chapter-- 7,a7 #adj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd2 7,b7 #ade1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe2 7,c7 #adh1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf2 7,d7 #aea1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg2 and 7,e7 #aed1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 7#b7 ,availability ,amounts authorized under paragraph 7#a7 shall remain available until expended4 4 #abjc4 ,clarification of treatment of territories ,section #aaja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 #aaja4 ,definitions 7a7 ,in general ,in this chapter3 7#a7 ,accident ,the term accident includes damage to or destruction of vehicles in surface or air transportation or pipelines1 regardless of whether the initiating event is accidental or otherwise4 7#b7 ,state ,the term ,state means a ,state of the ,united ,states1 the ,district of ,columbia1 ,puerto ,rico1 the ,virgin ,islands1 ,american ,samoa1 the ,northern ,mariana ,islands1 and ,guam4 7b7 ,applicability of other definitions ,section #baja7bc7 of title #df and section #djajb7;a7 of this title shall apply to this chapter4 4 #abjd4 ,additional workforce training 7a7 ,training on emerging transportation technologies ,section #aaac7;b77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,i7 by striking 2 and and inserting a semicolon2 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,j7 by striking the period and inserting 2 and2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,k7 notwithstanding section #ccja of title #da1 acquire training on emerging transportation technologies if such training-- 7i7 is required for an ongoing investigation2 and 7ii7 meets the criteria under section #ccjd7;a77#g77;,a7 of title #da4 4 7b7 ,additional training needs ,section #aaae7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting and in those subjects furthering the personnel and workforce development needs set forth in the strategic workforce plan of the ,board as required under section #aaac7;h7 after of accident investigation4 #abje4 ,overtime annual report termination ,section #aaac7;g77#e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is repealed4 #abjf4 ,strategic workforce plan ,section #aaac of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7h7 ,strategic workforce plan 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,board shall develop a strategic workforce plan that addresses the immediate and long-term workforce needs of the ,board with respect to carrying out the authorities and duties of the ,board under this chapter4 7#b7 ,aligning the workforce to strategic goals ,in developing the strategic workforce plan under paragraph 7#a71 the ,board shall take into consideration-- 7,a7 the current state and capabilities of the ,board1 including a high-level review of mission requirements1 structure1 workforce1 and performance of the ,board2 7,b7 the significant workforce trends1 needs1 issues1 and challenges with respect to the ,board and the transportation industry2 7,c7 with respect to employees involved in transportation safety work1 the needs1 issues1 and challenges1 including accident severity and risk1 posed by each mode of transportation1 and how the ,board's staffing for each transportation mode reflects these aspects2 7,d7 the workforce policies1 strategies1 performance measures1 and interventions to mitigate succession risks that guide the workforce investment decisions of the ,board2 7,e7 a workforce planning strategy that identifies workforce needs1 including the knowledge1 skills1 and abilities needed to recruit and retain skilled employees at the ,board2 7,f7 a workforce management strategy that is aligned with the mission of the ,board1 including plans for continuity of leadership and knowledge sharing2 7,g7 an implementation system that addresses workforce competency gaps1 particularly in mission-critical occupations2 and 7,h7 a system for analyzing and evaluating the performance of the ,board's workforce management policies1 programs1 and activities4 7#c7 ,planning period ,the strategic workforce plan developed under paragraph 7#a7 shall address a #e-year forecast period1 but may include planning for longer periods based on information about emerging technologies or safety trends in transportation4 7#d7 ,plan updates ,the ,board shall update the strategic workforce plan developed under paragraph 7#a7 not less than once every #e years4 7#e7 ,relationship to strategic plan ,the strategic workforce plan developed under paragraph 7#a7 may be developed separately from1 or incorporated into1 the strategic plan required under section #cjf of title #e4 7#f7 ,availability ,the strategic workforce plan under paragraph 7#a7 and the strategic plan required under section #cjf of title #e shall be-- 7,a7 submitted to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate2 and 7,b7 made available to the public on a website of the ,board4 4 #abjg4 ,travel budgets 7a7 ,in general ,section #aaac of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by adding at the end the following3 7i7 ,non-accident-related travel budget 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,board shall establish annual fiscal year budgets for non-accident-related travel expenditures for each ,board member4 7#b7 ,notification ,the ,board shall notify the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate of any non-accident-related travel budget overrun for any ,board member not later than #cj days of such overrun becoming known to the ,board4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,section #i of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board ,amendments ,act of #bjjj 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #aaac note7 is repealed4 #abjh4 ,notification requirement 7a7 ,in general ,section #aaad7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the subsection heading by striking ,trade secrets and inserting ,certain confidential information2 and 7#b7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 by striking ,the ,board and inserting ,in general4--,the ,board2 and 7,b7 by striking information related to a trade secret referred to in section #aije of title #ah and inserting confidential information described in section #aije of title #ah1 including trade secrets14 7b7 ,aviation enforcement ,section #aaea of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7d7 ,notification to ,congress ,if the ,board or ,attorney ,general carry out such civil actions described in subsection 7a7 or 7b7 of this section against an airman employed at the time of the accident or incident by an air carrier operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 the ,board shall immediately notify the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate of such civil actions1 including-- 7#a7 the labor union representing the airman involved1 if applicable2 7#b7 the air carrier at which the airman is employed2 7#c7 the docket information of the incident or accident in which the airman was involved2 7#d7 the date of such civil actions taken by the ,board or ,attorney ,general2 and 7#e7 a description of why such civil actions were taken by the ,board or ,attorney ,general4 7e7 ,subsequent notification to ,congress ,not later than #ae days after the notification described in subsection 7d71 the ,board shall submit a report to or brief the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate describing the status of compliance with the civil actions taken4 4 #abji4 ,board justification of closed unacceptable recommendations ,section #aaaf7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#c7 through 7#f7 as paragraphs 7#d7 through 7#g71 respectively2 and 7#b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#b7 the following3 7#c7 a list of each recommendation made by the ,board to the ,secretary of ,transportation or the ,commandant of the ,coast ,guard that was closed in an unacceptable status in the preceding #ab months1 including-- 7,a7 any explanation the ,board received from the ,secretary or ,commandant2 and 7,b7 any explanation from the ,board as to why the recommendation was closed in an unacceptable status1 including a discussion of why alternate means1 if any1 taken by the ,secretary or ,commandant to address the ,board's recommendation were inadequate2 4 #abaj4 ,miscellaneous investigative authorities 7a7 ,highway investigations ,section #aaca7;a77#a77;,b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking selects in cooperation with a ,state and inserting selects1 concurrent with any ,state investigation1 in which case the ,board and the relevant ,state agencies shall coordinate to ensure both the ,board and ,state agencies have timely access to the information needed to conduct each such investigation1 including any criminal and enforcement activities conducted by the relevant ,state agency4 7b7 ,rail investigations ,section #aaca7;a77#a77;,c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended to read as follows3 7,c7 a railroad-- 7i7 accident in which there is a fatality or substantial property damage1 except-- 7,i7 a grade crossing accident or incident1 unless selected by the ,board2 or 7,,ii7 an accident or incident involving a trespasser1 unless selected by the ,board2 or 7ii7 accident or incident that involves a passenger train1 except in any case in which such accident or incident resulted in no fatalities or serious injuries to the passengers or crewmembers of such train1 and-- 7,i7 was a grade crossing accident or incident1 unless selected by the ,board2 or 7,,ii7 such accident or incident involved a trespasser1 unless selected by the ,board2 4 #abaa4 ,public availability of accident reports ,section #aaca7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking public at reasonable cost4 and inserting the following3 public-- 7#a7 in electronic form at no cost in a publicly accessible database on a website of the ,board2 and 7#b7 if the electronic form required in paragraph 7#a7 is not printable1 in printed form upon a reasonable request at a reasonable cost4 4 #abab4 ,ensuring accountability for timeliness of reports ,section #aaca of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7f7 ,timeliness of reports ,if any accident report under subsection 7e7 is not completed within #b years from the date of the accident1 the ,board shall submit to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate a report identifying such accident report and the reasons for which such report has not been completed4 ,the ,board shall report progress toward completion of the accident report to each such ,committees every #ij days thereafter1 until such time as the accident report is completed4 4 #abac4 ,ensuring access to data ,section #aacd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7g7 ,recorders and data ,in investigating an accident under this chapter1 the ,board may require from a transportation operator or equipment manufacturer or the vendors1 suppliers1 subsidiaries1 or parent companies of such manufacturer1 or operator of a product or service which is subject to an investigation by the ,board-- 7#a7 any recorder or recorded information pertinent to the accident2 7#b7 without undue delay1 information the ,board determines necessary to enable the ,board to read and interpret any recording device or recorded information pertinent to the accident2 and 7#c7 design specifications or data related to the operation and performance of the equipment the ,board determines necessary to enable the ,board to perform independent physics-based simulations and analyses of the accident situation4 4 #abad4 ,public availability of safety recommendations ,section #aace7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking public at reasonable cost4 and inserting the following3 public-- 7#a7 in electronic form at no cost in a publicly accessible database on a website of the ,board2 and 7#b7 if the electronic form required in paragraph 7#a7 is not printable1 in printed form upon a reasonable request at a reasonable cost4 4 #abae4 ,improving delivery of family assistance 7a7 ,aircraft accidents ,section #aacf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the heading by striking to families of passengers involved in aircraft accidents and inserting to passengers involved in aircraft accidents and families of such passengers2 7#b7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 by inserting within ,united ,states airspace or airspace delegated to the ,united ,states after aircraft accident2 7,b7 by striking ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board shall and inserting ,board shall2 and 7,c7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7i7 by striking emotional care and support and inserting emotional care1 psychological care1 and family support services2 and 7ii7 by striking the families of passengers involved in the accident and inserting passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers2 7#c7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by striking the families of passengers involved in the accident and inserting passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking mental health and counseling services and inserting emotional care1 psychological care1 and family support services2 7,c7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7i7 by striking the families who have traveled to the location of the accident and inserting passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers who have traveled to the location of the accident2 7ii7 by inserting passengers and before affected families2 and 7iii7 by striking periodically and inserting regularly2 and 7,d7 in paragraph 7#d71 by inserting passengers and before families2 7#d7 by amending subsection 7d7 to read as follows3 7d7 ,passenger lists 7#a7 ,requests for passenger lists by the director of family services 7,a7 ,requests by director of family support services ,it shall be the responsibility of the director of family support services designated for an accident under subsection 7a77#a7 to request1 as soon as practicable1 from the air carrier or foreign air carrier involved in the accident a passenger list1 which is based on the best available information at the time of the request4 7,b7 ,use of information ,the director of family support services may not release to any person information on a list obtained under subparagraph 7,a71 except that the director may1 to the extent the director considers appropriate1 provide information on the list about a passenger to-- 7i7 the family of the passenger2 or 7ii7 a local1 ,tribal1 ,state1 or ,federal agency responsible for determining the whereabouts or welfare of a passenger4 7,c7 ,limitation ,a local1 ,tribal1 ,state1 or ,federal agency may not release to any person any information obtained under subparagraph 7,b77ii71 except if given express authority from the director of family support services4 7,d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in subparagraph 7,c7 shall be construed to preclude a local1 ,tribal1 ,state1 or ,federal agency from releasing information that is lawfully obtained through other means independent of releases made by the director of family support services under subparagraph 7,b74 7#b7 ,requests for passenger lists by designated organization 7,a7 ,requests by designated organization ,the organization designated for an accident under subsection 7a77#b7 may request from the air carrier or foreign air carrier involved in the accident a passenger list4 7,b7 ,use of information ,the designated organization may not release to any person information on a passenger list but may provide information on the list about a passenger to the family of the passenger to the extent the organization considers appropriate4 2 7#e7 in subsection 7g77#a7 by striking the families of passengers involved in the accident and inserting passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers2 7#f7 in subsection 7g77#c7-- 7,a7 in the paragraph heading by striking prevent mental health and counseling and inserting prevent certain care and support2 7,b7 by striking providing mental health and counseling services and inserting providing emotional care1 psychological care1 and family support services2 and 7,c7 by inserting passengers and before families2 7#g7 in subsection 7h7-- 7,a7 by striking ,national ,transportation ,safety2 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 ,passenger list ,the term passenger list means a list based on the best available information at the time of a request1 of the name of each passenger aboard the aircraft involved in the accident4 2 and 7#h7 in subsection 7i7 by striking the families of passengers involved in an aircraft accident and inserting passengers involved in the aircraft accident and the families of such passengers4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #aa of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by striking the item relating to section #aacf and inserting the following3 #aacf4 ,assistance to passengers involved in aircraft accidents and families of such passengers4 4 7c7 ,rail accidents ,section #aaci of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the heading by striking to families of passengers involved in rail passenger accidents and inserting to passengers involved in rail passenger accidents and families of such passengers2 7#b7 in subsection 7a7 by striking ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board shall and inserting ,board shall2 7#c7 in subsection 7a77#b7-- 7,a7 by striking emotional care and support and inserting emotional care1 psychological care1 and family support services2 and 7,b7 by striking the families of passengers involved in the accident and inserting passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers2 7#d7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a7 by striking the families of passengers involved in the accident and inserting passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking mental health and counseling services and inserting emotional care1 psychological care1 and family support services2 7,c7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7i7 by striking the families who have traveled to the location of the accident and inserting passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers who have traveled to the location of the accident2 and 7ii7 by inserting passengers and before affected families2 and 7,d7 in paragraph 7#d7 by inserting passengers and before families2 7#e7 by amending subsection 7d7 to read as follows3 7d7 ,passenger lists 7#a7 ,requests for passenger lists by the director of family services 7,a7 ,requests by director of family support services ,it shall be the responsibility of the director of family support services designated for an accident under subsection 7a77#a7 to request1 as soon as practicable1 from the rail passenger carrier involved in the accident a passenger list1 which is based on the best available information at the time of the request4 7,b7 ,use of information ,the director of family support services may not release to any person information on a list obtained under subparagraph 7,a71 except that the director may1 to the extent the director considers appropriate1 provide information on the list about a passenger to-- 7i7 the family of the passenger2 or 7ii7 a local1 ,tribal1 ,state1 or ,federal agency responsible for determining the whereabouts or welfare of a passenger4 7,c7 ,limitation ,a local1 ,tribal1 ,state1 or ,federal agency may not release to any person any information obtained under subparagraph 7,b77ii71 except if given express authority from the director of family support services4 7,d7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in subparagraph 7,c7 shall be construed to preclude a local1 ,tribal1 ,state1 or ,federal agency from releasing information that is lawfully obtained through other means independent of releases made by the director of family support services under subparagraph 7,b74 7#b7 ,requests for passenger lists by designated organization 7,a7 ,requests by designated organization ,the organization designated for an accident under subsection 7a77#b7 may request from the rail passenger carrier involved in the accident a passenger list4 7,b7 ,use of information ,the designated organization may not release to any person information on a passenger list but may provide information on the list about a passenger to the family of the passenger to the extent the organization considers appropriate4 2 7#f7 in subsection 7g7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking the families of passengers involved in the accident and inserting passengers involved in the accident and the families of such passengers2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#c7-- 7i7 in the paragraph heading by striking prevent mental health and counseling and inserting prevent certain care and support2 7ii7 by striking providing mental health and counseling services and inserting providing emotional care1 psychological care1 and family support services2 and 7iii7 by inserting passengers and before families2 and 7#g7 in subsection 7h7-- 7,a7 by striking ,national ,transportation ,safety2 and 7,b7 by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 ,passenger list ,the term passenger list means a list based on the best available information at the time of the request1 of the name of each passenger aboard the rail passenger carrier's train involved in the accident4 ,a rail passenger carrier shall use reasonable efforts1 with respect to its unreserved trains1 and passengers not holding reservations on its other trains1 to ascertain the names of passengers aboard a train involved in an accident4 4 7d7 ,plans ,to address needs of families of passengers involved in rail passenger accidents ,section #bdcaf7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking a major and inserting any4 7e7 ,information for families of individuals involved in accidents ,section #aadj of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the heading by striking for families of individuals involved in accidents and inserting individuals involved in accidents and families of such individuals2 and 7#b7 by striking the families of individuals involved in the accident and inserting individuals involved in accidents and the families of such individuals4 7f7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #aa of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended by striking the item relating to section #aaci and inserting the following3 #aaci4 ,assistance to passengers involved in rail passenger accidents and families of such passengers4 4 #abaf4 ,updating civil penalty authority 7a7 ,in general ,section #aaee of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the heading by striking ,aviation penalties and inserting ,penalties2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7a71 by striking or section #aacf7;g7 7related to an aircraft accident7 and inserting section #aacf7;g71 or section #aaci7;g74 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #aa of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #aaee and inserting the following3 #aaee4 ,penalties4 4 #abag4 ,electronic availability of public docket records 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #bd months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board shall make all records included in the public docket of an accident or incident investigation conducted by the ,board 7or the public docket of a study1 report1 or other product issued by the ,board7 electronically available in a publicly accessible database on a website of the ,board1 regardless of the date on which such public docket or record was created4 7b7 ,database ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,board may utilize the multimodal accident database management system established pursuant to section #aajh of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #aaai note7 or such other publicly available database as the ,board determines appropriate4 7c7 ,briefings ,the ,board shall provide the appropriate committees of ,congress an annual briefing on the implementation of this section until requirements of subsection 7a7 are fulfilled4 ,such briefings shall include-- 7#a7 the number of public dockets that have been made electronically available pursuant to this section2 and 7#b7 the number of public dockets that were unable to be made electronically available1 including all reasons for such inability4 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section1 the terms public docket and record have the same meanings given such terms in section #hja4c of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 as in effect on the date of enactment of this ,act4 #abah4 ,drug-free workplace ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board shall implement a drug testing program applicable to ,board employees1 including employees in safety or security sensitive positions1 in accordance with ,executive ,order ,no4 #abefd 7#ea ,fed4 ,reg4 #cbhhi74 #abai4 ,accessibility in workplace 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board shall conduct an assessment of the headquarters and regional offices of the ,board to determine barriers to accessibility to facilities4 7b7 ,contents ,in conducting the assessment under subsection 7a71 the ,board shall consider compliance with-- 7#a7 the ,architectural ,barriers ,act of #aifh 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #daea et seq47 and the corresponding accessibility guidelines established under part #aaia of title #cf1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#b7 the ,americans with ,disabilities ,act of #aiij 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #abaja et seq474 #abbj4 ,most ,wanted ,list 7a7 ,reporting requirements ,section #aace of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subsection 7e74 7b7 ,report on ,most ,wanted ,list methodology ,section #aajf of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed7 and the item relating to such section in the table of contents under section #a7;b7 of such ,act are repealed4 #abba4 ,technical corrections 7a7 ,evaluation and audit of ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board ,section #aach7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking expenditures of the ,national ,transportation ,safety and inserting expenditures of the4 7b7 ,organization and administrative ,the analysis for chapter #aa of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is further amended-- 7#a7 by striking the items relating to sections #aag and #aaag2 and 7#b7 by inserting after the item relating to section #aaaf the following3 #aaag4 ,methodology4 4 7c7 ,surface transportation board ,the analysis for subtitle ,,ii of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to chapter #aa the following3 #ac4,surface ,transportation ,board#acja 4 #abbb4 ,air safety investigators 7a7 ,removal of ,,faa medical certificate requirement ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,director of the ,office of ,personnel ,management1 in consultation with the ,administrator and the ,chairman of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 shall take such actions as may be necessary to revise the eligibility requirements for the ,air ,safety ,investigating ,series #ahae occupational series 7and any similar occupational series relating to transportation accident investigating7 to remove any requirement that an individual hold a current medical certificate issued by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,updates to other requirements 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,director1 in coordination with the ,administrator and ,chairman1 shall take such actions as may be necessary to update and revise experiential1 educational1 and other eligibility requirements for the ,air ,safety ,investigating ,series #ahae occupational series 7and any similar occupational series relating to transportation accident investigating74 7#b7 ,considerations ,in updating the requirements under paragraph 7#a71 the ,director shall consider-- 7,a7 the direct relationship between any requirement and the duties expected to be performed by the position2 7,b7 changes in the skills and tools necessary to perform transportation accident investigations2 and 7,c7 such other considerations as the ,director1 ,administrator1 or ,chairman determines appropriate4 #abbc4 ,review of ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board procurements ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,comptroller ,general shall1 pursuant to section #aach of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report regarding the procurement and contracting planning1 practices1 and policies of the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board1 including such planning1 practices1 and policies regarding sole-source contracts4 ,,xiii ,revenue ,provisions #acja4 ,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,a7 by striking ,may #aa1 #bjbd and inserting ,october #a1 #bjbh2 and 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,a7 by striking the semicolon at the end and inserting or the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbd24 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,section #iejb7;e77#b7 of such ,code is amended by striking ,may #aa1 #bjbd and inserting ,october #a1 #bjbh4 #acjb4 ,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 ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7b7 ,ticket taxes 7#a7 ,persons ,section #dbfa7k77#a77;,a77ii7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7#b7 ,property ,section #dbga7;d77#a77;,a77ii7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7c7 ,fractional ownership programs 7#a7 ,fuel tax ,section #djdc7;d7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7#b7 ,treatment as noncommercial aviation ,section #djhc7;b7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf is amended by striking ,may #aa1 #bjbd and inserting ,october #a1 #bjbh4 7#c7 ,exemption from ticket tax ,section #dbfa7;j7 of the ,internal ,revenue ,code of #aihf is amended by striking ,may #aj1 #bjbd and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 ,secretary