,,ii #aahth ,,congress #ast ,session ,s4 #aici ,,in ,,the ,,senate ,,of ,,the ,,united ,,states ,june #ac1 #bjbc,ms4 ,cantwell 7for herself1 ,mr4 ,cruz1 ,ms4 ,duckworth1 and ,mr4 ,moran7 introduced the following bill2 which was read twice and referred to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation ,a ,,bill ,to amend title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to authorize appropriations for the ,federal ,aviation ,administration for fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh1 and for other purposes4 #a4 ,short title2 table of contents 7a7 ,short title ,this ,act may be cited as the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbc4 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 ,,faa operations4,sec4 #ajd4 ,extension of expiring authorities4,sec4 #aje4 ,authority to subpoena physical evidence4,sec4 #ajf4 ,research1 engineering1 and development4,sec4 #ajg4 ,effective date4,,title ,,ii--,,faa ,,oversight ,,and ,o,r,g,a,n,i,z,a,t,i,o,n,subtitle ,a--,organization,sec4 #bja4 ,future of ,next,gen4,sec4 #bjb4 ,airspace ,innovation ,office4,sec4 #bjc4 ,commercial ,software ,options for ,improving ,,asias ,analytics4,sec4 #bjd4 ,authority to use electronic service4,subtitle ,b--,regulatory ,reform,sec4 #baa4 ,safety and efficiency through digitization of ,,faa systems4,sec4 #bab4 ,report elimination or modification4,sec4 #bac4 ,internal regulatory process review4,sec4 #bad4 ,review and ,updates of ,categorical ,exclusions4,,title ,,iii--,,safety ,i,m,p,r,o,v,e,m,e,n,t,s,sec4 #cja4 ,independent ,study on future state of type certification processes4,sec4 #cjb4 ,report on international validation program performance4,sec4 #cjc4 ,high risk flight testing4,sec4 #cjd4 ,recording devices4,sec4 #cje4 ,helicopter safety4,sec4 #cjf4 ,review and incorporation of human readiness levels into agency guidance material4,sec4 #cjg4 ,service difficulty reports4,sec4 #cjh4 ,accountability and compliance4,sec4 #cji4 ,accountability for aircraft registration numbers4,sec4 #caj4 ,aircraft registration4,sec4 #caa4 ,,faa oversight of repair stations located outside the ,united ,states4,sec4 #cab4 ,alcohol and drug testing and background checks4,sec4 #cac4 ,continuous aircraft tracking and transmission for high altitude balloons4,sec4 #cad4 ,international engagement4,sec4 #cae4 ,air tour and sport parachuting safety4,sec4 #caf4 ,international aviation safety assessment program4,sec4 #cag4 ,changed product rule reform4,sec4 #cah4 ,development of low-cost voluntary ,,ads-,b4,sec4 #cai4 ,public aircraft flight time logging eligibility4,sec4 #cbj4 ,safety management systems4,sec4 #cba4 ,aviation safety information analysis and sharing program4,sec4 #cbb4 ,consistent and timely pilot checks for air carriers4,sec4 #cbc4 ,enhancing processes for authorizing aircraft for service in commuter and on demand operations4,sec4 #cbd4 ,tower marking compliance4,sec4 #cbe4 ,administrative authority for civil penalties4,sec4 #cbf4 ,civil penalties for whistleblower protection program violations4,sec4 #cbg4 ,flight service stations4,sec4 #cbh4 ,technical assistance agreements4,sec4 #cbi4 ,restoration of authority4,sec4 #ccj4 ,tarmac operations monitoring study4,sec4 #cca4 ,,gao report on cybersecurity of commercial aviation avionics4,sec4 #ccb4 ,securing aircraft avionics systems4,sec4 #ccc4 ,maintenance data availability4,sec4 #ccd4 ,study on airworthiness standards compliance4,sec4 #cce4 ,fire protection standards4,sec4 #ccf4 ,cabin air safety4,sec4 #ccg4 ,airport air safety4,sec4 #cch4 ,aircraft interchange agreement limitations4,sec4 #cci4 ,wildfire suppression4,sec4 #cdj4 ,study on impacts of temperature in aircraft cabins4,sec4 #cda4 ,part #ace pilot supplemental oxygen requirement4,sec4 #cdb4 ,crewmember pumping guidance4,sec4 #cdc4 ,reauthorization of certain provisions of the ,aircraft ,certification1 ,safety1 and ,accountability ,act4,,title ,,iv--,,modernizing ,,the ,,national ,,airspace ,s,y,s,t,e,m,sec4 #dja4 ,next,gen accountability task force4,sec4 #djb4 ,use of advanced surveillance in oceanic airspace4,sec4 #djc4 ,,gps monitoring pilot program4,sec4 #djd4 ,runway safety technologies4,sec4 #dje4 ,flight profile optimization4,sec4 #djf4 ,stars remote surveillance displays4,sec4 #djg4 ,audit of legacy systems4,sec4 #djh4 ,aeronautical mobile communications services4,sec4 #dji4 ,low altitude routes for vertical flight4,sec4 #daj4 ,,ads-,b out equipage study2 ,vehicle-to-,vehicle link program4,sec4 #daa4 ,extension of enhanced air traffic services pilot program4,sec4 #dab4 ,next,gen equipage plan4,sec4 #dac4 ,performance based navigation report and utilization plan4,sec4 #dad4 ,air traffic control facility realignment study4,,title ,v--,,aviation ,w,o,r,k,f,o,r,c,e,subtitle ,a--,civil ,aviation ,workforce,sec4 #eja4 ,aviation workforce development grants4,sec4 #ejb4 ,women in ,aviation ,advisory ,committee4,sec4 #ejc4 ,study of high school aviation maintenance training programs4,sec4 #ejd4 ,military aviation maintenance technicians rule4,sec4 #eje4 ,prohibition of remote dispatching4,sec4 #ejf4 ,employee assault prevention and response plan standards and best practices4,sec4 #ejg4 ,crewmember self-defense training4,sec4 #ejh4 ,improving apron safety4,sec4 #eji4 ,aviation ,medical ,innovation and ,modernization ,working ,group4,sec4 #eaj4 ,airman ,certification ,standards4,subtitle ,b--,,faa ,workforce,sec4 #eba4 ,air traffic control staffing standards4,sec4 #ebb4 ,,faa ,workforce review audit4,sec4 #ebc4 ,direct hire authority utilization4,sec4 #ebd4 ,staffing model for aviation safety inspectors4,sec4 #ebe4 ,safety critical staffing4,sec4 #ebf4 ,instrument landing system installation4,sec4 #ebg4 ,aviation ,certification ,fellowship ,program4,sec4 #ebh4 ,contract ,tower ,program air traffic controller training programs4,sec4 #ebi4 ,review of ,,faa and industry cooperative familiarization programs4,sec4 #ecj4 ,improved access to air traffic control simulation training4,sec4 #eca4 ,air ,traffic ,controller ,instructor ,pipeline4,sec4 #ecb4 ,ensuring hiring of air traffic control specialists is based on assessment of job-relevant aptitudes4,sec4 #ecc4 ,federal aviation administration academy and facility expansion plan4,,title ,,vi--,,modernizing ,,airport ,s,y,s,t,e,m,s,sec4 #fja4 ,,aip eligibility amendments4,sec4 #fjb4 ,revised minimum apportionments4,sec4 #fjc4 ,apportionments for transitioning airports4,sec4 #fjd4 ,updating ,united ,states ,government's share of project costs4,sec4 #fje4 ,primary airport designation4,sec4 #fjf4 ,discretionary fund for terminal development costs4,sec4 #fjg4 ,alternative-delivery and advance-construction methods pilot program4,sec4 #fjh4 ,integrated project delivery4,sec4 #fji4 ,airport investment partnership program4,sec4 #faj4 ,airport accessibility4,sec4 #faa4 ,general aviation public-private partnership program4,sec4 #fab4 ,runway rehabilitation4,sec4 #fac4 ,extension of provision relating to airport access roads in remote locations4,sec4 #fad4 ,procurement regulations applicable to ,,faa multimodal projects4,sec4 #fae4 ,solar powered taxiway edge lighting systems4,sec4 #faf4 ,additional ground based transmitters4,sec4 #fag4 ,automated weather observing systems maintenance improvements4,sec4 #fah4 ,contract ,tower ,program4,sec4 #fai4 ,remote towers4,sec4 #fbj4 ,grant assurances4,sec4 #fba4 ,civil penalties for grant assurances violations4,sec4 #fbb4 ,community use of airport land4,sec4 #fbc4 ,buckeye #idj release of deed restrictions4,sec4 #fbd4 ,clarifying airport revenue use of local general sales taxes4,sec4 #fbe4 ,,aip handbook review4,sec4 #fbf4 ,,pfas-related resources for airports4,sec4 #fbg4 ,progress reports on the national transition plan related to a fluorine-free firefighting foam4,sec4 #fbh4 ,review of airport layout plans4,sec4 #fbi4 ,,nepa purpose and need statements4,sec4 #fcj4 ,passenger facility charge streamlining4,sec4 #fca4 ,use of passenger facility charges for noise barriers4,sec4 #fcb4 ,automated weather observing systems policy4,sec4 #fcc4 ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act implementation4,sec4 #fcd4 ,report on airport notifications4,sec4 #fce4 ,coastal airports resiliency study4,sec4 #fcf4 ,survey of power distribution capacity4,sec4 #fcg4 ,study on competition and airport access4,sec4 #fch4 ,regional airport capacity study4,sec4 #fci4 ,study on autonomous and electric-powered track systems4,sec4 #fdj4 ,special rule for reclassification of certain unclassified airports4,sec4 #fda4 ,general aviation airport runway extension pilot program4,,title ,,vii--,,air ,,service ,i,m,p,r,o,v,e,m,e,n,t,s,subtitle ,a--,consumer ,enhancements,sec4 #gja4 ,advisory committee for aviation consumer protection4,sec4 #gjb4 ,unrealistic or deceptive scheduling4,sec4 #gjc4 ,refunds4,sec4 #gjd4 ,airline passenger rights transparency act4,sec4 #gje4 ,disclosure of ancillary fees4,sec4 #gjf4 ,access to customer service assistance for all travelers4,sec4 #gjg4 ,frequent flyer programs and vouchers4,sec4 #gjh4 ,airline customer service dashboards4,sec4 #gji4 ,annual briefings on disruptions of passenger air transportation and periods of mass cancellations of scheduled flights4,sec4 #gaj4 ,enhancing child safety4,sec4 #gaa4 ,codification of consumer protection provisions4,sec4 #gab4 ,,gao study on competition and consolidation in the air carrier industry4,sec4 #gac4 ,,gao study and report on the operational preparedness of air carriers for preparing for changing weather and other events related to changing conditions and natural hazards4,sec4 #gad4 ,increase in civil penalties4,sec4 #gae4 ,family seating4,sec4 #gaf4 ,establishment of ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection4,subtitle ,b--,accessibility,sec4 #gca4 ,extension of the advisory committee on the air travel needs of passengers with disabilities4,sec4 #gcb4 ,modernization and improvements to aircraft evacuation4,sec4 #gcc4 ,improved training standards for assisting passengers who use wheelchairs4,sec4 #gcd4 ,training standards for stowage of wheelchairs and scooters4,sec4 #gce4 ,mobility ,aids ,on ,board ,improve ,lives and ,empower ,all ,act4,sec4 #gcf4 ,prioritizing ,accountability and ,accessibility for ,aviation ,consumers ,act of #bjbc4,sec4 #gcg4 ,transportation of organs4,sec4 #gch4 ,access and ,dignity for ,all ,people who ,travel ,act4,sec4 #gci4 ,equal ,accessibility to ,passenger ,portals ,act4,sec4 #gdj4 ,store ,on-board ,wheelchairs in ,cabin ,act4,subtitle ,c--,air ,service ,development,sec4 #gda4 ,essential air service4,sec4 #gdb4 ,small community air service development grants4,sec4 #gdc4 ,,gao study and report on the alternate ,essential ,air ,service program4,,title ,,viii--,,new ,e,n,t,r,a,n,t,s,subtitle ,a--,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems,sec4 #hja4 ,office of ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation4,sec4 #hjb4 ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,steering ,committee4,sec4 #hjc4 ,beyond visual line of sight operations for unmanned aircraft systems4,sec4 #hjd4 ,extending special authority for certain unmanned aircraft systems4,sec4 #hje4 ,environmental ,review and ,noise ,certification4,sec4 #hjf4 ,,utm implementation4,sec4 #hjg4 ,operations over the high seas4,sec4 #hjh4 ,extension of the ,,beyond program4,sec4 #hji4 ,extension of the ,know ,before ,you ,fly campaign4,sec4 #haj4 ,unmanned aircraft system data exchange4,sec4 #haa4 ,unmanned aircraft system detection and mitigation enforcement authority4,sec4 #hab4 ,recreational operations of drone systems4,sec4 #hac4 ,,uas test ranges4,sec4 #had4 ,authority regarding protection of certain facilities and assets from unmanned aircraft4,sec4 #hae4 ,airport safety and airspace hazard mitigation and enforcement4,sec4 #haf4 ,special authority for transport of hazardous materials by commercial package delivery unmanned aircraft systems4,subtitle ,b--,advanced ,air ,mobility,sec4 #hba4 ,sense of ,congress on ,,faa leadership4,sec4 #hbb4 ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee on certification of powered-lift aircraft4,sec4 #hbc4 ,application of ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act 7,,nepa7 categorical exclusions for vertiport projects4,sec4 #hbd4 ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,working ,group amendments4,sec4 #hbe4 ,rules for operation of powered-lift aircraft4,sec4 #hbf4 ,international coordination on powered-lift aircraft4,sec4 #hbg4 ,advanced air mobility propulsion systems aviation rulemaking committee4,,title ,,ix--,,research ,,and ,,development ,,and ,,innovative ,,aviation ,t,e,c,h,n,o,l,o,g,i,e,s,sec4 #ija4 ,advanced materials center of excellence enhancements4,sec4 #ijb4 ,center of excellence for unmanned aircraft systems4,sec4 #ijc4 ,a,s,s,u,r,ed safe credentialing authority4,sec4 #ijd4 ,,faa and ,,nasa advanced aviation technologies pilot program4,sec4 #ije4 ,advancing global leadership on civil supersonic aircraft4,sec4 #ijf4 ,,cleen engine and airframe technology partnership4,sec4 #ijg4 ,hypersonic flight testing4,sec4 #ijh4 ,hypersonic pathway to integration study4,sec4 #iji4 ,operating high-speed flights in high altitude ,class ,e airspace4,sec4 #iaj4 ,electric propulsion aircraft operations study4,sec4 #iaa4 ,contract weather observers program4,sec4 #iab4 ,airfield pavement technology program4,sec4 #iac4 ,national aviation research plan modification4,sec4 #iad4 ,,faa and ,,nasa research and development coordination review4,sec4 #iae4 ,research and development of ,,faa's aeronautical information systems modernization activities4,sec4 #iaf4 ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment4,sec4 #iag4 ,aircraft ,noise ,advisory ,committee4,,title ,x--,m,i,s,c,e,l,l,a,n,e,o,u,s,sec4 #ajja4 ,noise mitigation4,,title ,,xi--,,technical ,c,o,r,r,e,c,t,i,o,n,s,sec4 #aaja4 ,technical corrections4 #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 ,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 by striking paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#f7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd2 7#b7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe2 7#c7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf2 7#d7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg2 and 7#e7 #d1jjj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 7b7 ,obligation authority ,section #dgajd7;c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended1 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by striking #bjbc1 and inserting #bjbh14 #ajb4 ,facilities and equipment ,section #dhaja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#f7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 #c1ege1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd4 7#b7 #c1fbe1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe4 7#c7 #c1fge1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf4 7#d7 #c1fge1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg4 7#e7 #c1fge1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 #ajc4 ,,faa operations 7a7 ,in general ,section #ajf7k77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,f7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 #ab1gdj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd2 7,b7 #ac1jcc1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe2 7,c7 #ac1ejj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf2 7,d7 #ac1ijj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg2 and 7,e7 #ad1djj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 7b7 ,authority to transfer funds ,section #ajf7k77#c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking fiscal years #bjah through #bjbc and inserting fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh4 #ajd4 ,extension of expiring authorities 7a7 ,marshall ,islands1 ,micronesia1 and ,palau ,section #dgaae7;i7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking fiscal years #bjah through #bjbc and inserting fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh4 7b7 ,extension of compatible land use planning and projects by ,state and local governments ,section #dgada7;f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,september #cj1 #bjbc and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7c7 ,midway ,island airport ,section #ahf7;d7 of the ,vision #ajj--;,century of ,aviation ,reauthorization ,act 7,public ,law #ajh-agf2 #aag ,stat4 #beah7 is amended by striking fiscal years #bjah through #bjbc and inserting fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh4 7d7 ,authority to provide insurance ,section #ddcaj7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,september #cj1 #bjbc and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh44 #aje4 ,authority to subpoena physical evidence ,section #dfajd7;a77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking and records and inserting 1 records1 including documents and data1 whether stored in a physical or electronic format1 and tangible objects4 #ajf4 ,research1 engineering1 and development ,section #dhajb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#ad71 by striking and at the end2 7#b7 by paragraph 7#ae71 by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#af7 #cdd1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd2 7#ag7 #cfj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe2 7#ah7 #cfg1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf2 7#ai7 #cgd1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg2 and 7#bj7 #cij1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh4 4 #ajg4 ,effective date ,the amendments made by this subtitle 7other than in section #aje7 shall take effect on ,october #a1 #bjbc4 ,,ii ,,faa ,,oversight ,,and ,,organization ,a ,organization #bja4 ,future of ,next,gen 7a7 ,completion and sunset 7#a7 ,key programs ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbe1 the ,,faa shall operationalize all the key programs under the ,next,gen project as described in the ,,faa's deployment plan4 7#b7 ,office2 ,advisory ,committee ,the ,next,gen ,office and the ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee shall terminate on ,december #ca1 #bjbe4 7#c7 ,transfer of residual ,next,gen implementation functions2 status report ,if the ,,faa does not complete the ,next,gen project by the deadline specified in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall transfer the residual functions of completing ,next,gen to the ,airspace ,innovation ,office established under section #bjb4 7#d7 ,transfer of advanced air mobility functions ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 any ,,aam 7as defined in section #ajf7u77#g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as added by section #hja77 relevant functions1 duties1 and responsibilities of the ,,nas ,systems1 ,engineering1 ,integration ,office or other ,offices within the ,office of ,next,gen shall be incorporated into the ,office of ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation established under section #ajf7u7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as so added74 7#e7 ,status reports ,if the ,,faa does not complete the ,next,gen project by the deadline specified in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall1 not later than #cj days after such deadline1 and quarterly thereafter until all key programs under the ,next,gen project are deployed1 brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the status of each incomplete program1 including1 with respect to each such incomplete program-- 7,a7 an explanation as to why the program deployment was delayed or not completed by such deadline2 7,b7 an assessment of the key risks to the full implementation of the program and a description of how the ,,faa is mitigating1 or plans to mitigate1 those risks2 and 7,c7 a detailed schedule of actions necessary to complete the program1 including updated milestones and deadlines4 7b7 ,independent report 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days of the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall contract with an independent third-party contractor or a ,federally funded research and development center to develop a report reviewing and assessing the implementation of the ,next,gen project4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the report developed under paragraph 7#a7 shall include the following3 7,a7 ,evaluation of the promised operational benefits at the time of initiation and the realized benefits upon completion of the ,next,gen project4 7,b7 ,recommendations for the technical capacity and resources needed by the ,,faa in order to oversee a comprehensive airspace modernization project on-schedule and on-budget4 7,c7 ,identification of programs under the ,next,gen project that were significantly delayed1 significantly diminished1 or ultimately not implemented1 including an explanation of the cause of the delay1 reduction1 or removal of the program from the ,next,gen project by the ,,faa4 ,this discussion shall include at a minimum1 programs relating to expanding surveillance coverage across the country1 increasing performance-based navigation1 and improving enroute data communications4 7,d7 ,identification of any challenges that impacted the implementation of the ,next,gen project4 7,e7 ,identification of any lessons learned during the ,next,gen project effort1 and whether1 how1 and to what effect those lessons may be applied to future national airspace system modernization efforts4 7,f7 ,assessment of national airspace system user engagement in the ,next,gen project priorities and implementation4 7,g7 ,recommendations of the justifications for further national airspace system modernization efforts including economic1 safety1 efficiency1 capacity1 predictability1 and resiliency of the ,united ,states air transportation system4 7#c7 ,deadline ,not later than ,june #cj1 #bjbf1 the report developed under paragraph 7#a7 shall be submitted to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress4 #bjb4 ,airspace ,innovation ,office 7a7 ,establishment 7#a7 ,in general ,on ,january #a1 #bjbf1 the ,administrator shall establish within the ,,faa the ,airspace ,innovation ,office 7in this section referred to as the ,office74 7#b7 ,assistant ,administrator ,the ,office shall be led by the ,assistant ,administrator4 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 and 7,b7 developing an integrated plan for the future state of the national airspace system and overseeing the deployment of the system4 7#d7 ,consultation ,the ,assistant ,administrator shall consult1 as necessary1 with the ,chief ,technology ,officer appointed under section #ajf7s7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the ,associate ,administrator for ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation appointed under section #ajf7u7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as added by section #hja74 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 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 ,nation's future air transportation system1 and an explanation of how those 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 ,,faa's mission2 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 non-profit organizations in carrying out such activities2 7,b7 the annual anticipated cost of carrying out such activities2 and 7,c7 the technical milestones that will be used to evaluate the activities4 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 ,the management of the enterprise architecture framework for the introduction of these operational improvements and to inform ,,faa financial decision-making4 7#e7 ,a business case for the operational improvements that the ,office will develop and deploy not later than #bjdj1 including the benefits1 costs1 and risks of the preferred and alternative options4 7c7 ,considerations ,in developing and carrying out the integrated plan1 the ,office shall consider-- 7#a7 the results and recommendations of the independent report on implementation of the ,next,gen project under section #bja7;b72 7#b7 the status of the transition to1 and deployment of1 trajectory-based operations within the national airspace system2 and 7#c7 the audit of legacy systems required by section #djg1 and the resulting plan to replace or enhance the identified legacy systems within a reasonable time frame4 7d7 ,consultation ,in developing and carrying out the integrated plan1 the ,office shall consult with representatives from-- 7#a7 the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration2 7#b7 airlines2 7#c7 business aviation2 7#d7 general aviation2 7#e7 aviation labor groups2 7#f7 aviation research and development entities2 7#g7 aircraft and avionics manufacturers2 7#h7 air traffic control suppliers2 7#i7 commercial space industry2 7#aj7 commercial and recreational drone industry2 and 7#aa7 any other entities the ,office deems necessary4 7e7 ,plan deadline2 briefings 7#a7 ,plan deadline ,not later than ,november #cj1 #bjbf1 the ,administrator shall submit the integrated plan required by subsection 7a77#c77;,b7 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 and the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,house of ,representatives4 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 by subsection 7a77#c77;,b71 including any changes to the plan4 7f7 ,,dot ,inspector ,general review ,not later than #ahj days following submission of the integrated plan under subsection 7e77#a71 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation shall review the integrated plan and submit to the committees of ,congress specified in paragraph 7#a7 a report that-- 7#a7 assesses the business case 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 7g7 ,limitation ,the ,,faa is not authorized to spend any amounts on the deployment of new air traffic management technologies and operational improvements that have yet to be deployed and identified in the integrated plan until the committees of ,congress specified in paragraph 7#a7 have been briefed under subsection 7e77#b74 #bjc4 ,commercial ,software ,options for ,improving ,,asias ,analytics 7a7 ,,asias analytics 7#a7 ,evaluation ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall evaluate whether commercial software solutions are available to improve the ,,faa's ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing 7,,asias7 system to advance the system's predictive capabilities and analytical solutions developed4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out the evaluation required by paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 prioritize production-ready configurable solutions over custom development 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 live demonstrations of proposed solutions1 as part of the evaluation criteria4 7b7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing on the results of the evaluation carried out under subsection 7a7 that-- 7#a7 includes an assessment of the ,,faa's progress toward achieving previously identified milestones for ,,asias by the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation and the ,special ,committee to ,review ,,faa ,aircraft ,certification ,reports2 and 7#b7 outlines the ,,faa's plan to use rapidly deployable commercial solutions to assist the ,,faa in meeting such milestones4 #bjd4 ,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,b71 by striking or after the semicolon2 7ii7 in subparagraph 7,c71 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 ,b ,regulatory ,reform #baa4 ,safety and efficiency through digitization of ,,faa systems 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 identify1 at the discretion of the ,administrator1 #c processes of the ,,faa that result in a certification 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 by subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that the digitization of any process allows for-- 7#a7 an applicant to track their application 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 #a year 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 #bab4 ,report elimination or modification 7a7 ,reports modified 7#a7 ,report on the airport improvement program 7,a7 ,in general ,section #dgaca7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the first sentence and inserting ,not later than ,june #a1 #bjbe1 and biennially thereafter1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall submit to ,congress a report on activities carried out under this subchapter during the prior #b fiscal years44 7,b7 ,conforming amendments 7i7 ,section #dgaca of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended in the section heading by striking ,annual and inserting ,biennial4 7ii7 ,the analysis for chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the item relating to section #dgaca and inserting the following3 #dgaca4 ,biennial report4 4 7#b7 ,national aviation research plan 7,a7 ,section #ddeja7;c77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the date of submission and inserting #ij days after the date of submission4 7,b7 ,section #dhajb7;g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the date of submission and inserting #ij days after the date of submission4 7b7 ,reports eliminated 7#a7 ,laser pointer incidents ,section #bajd7;a7 of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dfcja note7 is amended by striking ,beginning #ij days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in coordination with appropriate ,federal law enforcement agencies1 shall provide quarterly updates to the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding and inserting ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 in coordination with appropriate ,federal law enforcement agencies1 shall provide an annual briefing to the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding4 7#b7 ,report on helicopter air ambulance operations ,section #ddgca of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in subsection 7d7-- 7i7 in the subsection heading1 by striking ,report to ,congress and inserting ,briefing2 7ii7 by striking the first sentence and inserting ,the ,administrator shall provide a briefing to the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives and the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate annually on the data collected under subsection 7a742 and 7iii7 in the second sentence by striking report and inserting briefing2 and 7,b7 in subsection 7e77#b71 by striking the report and inserting the briefing4 #bac4 ,internal regulatory process review 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish an internal regulatory process review team 7in this section referred to as the review team7 comprising of ,,faa employees and individuals described in subsection 7b7 to develop recommendations to improve the timeliness of1 and performance accountability in1 the development and promulgation of regulatory materials 7as defined in subsection 7g774 ,the review team shall deliver a report with recommendations to the ,secretary in accordance with the deadlines specified in subsection 7e74 7b7 ,other members2 consultation 7#a7 ,in general ,the review team shall include outside experts and academics with relevant experience or expertise in aviation safety and in improving the performance1 accountability1 and transparency of the ,federal regulatory process1 particularly as it relates to aviation safety4 ,the review team shall include at least #c outside experts or academics with relevant experience or expertise in aviation safety and at least #a outside expert or academic with relevant experience or expertise in improving the performance1 accountability1 and transparency of the ,federal regulatory process1 particularly as it relates to aviation safety4 7#b7 ,consultation ,the review team may1 as appropriate1 consult with industry stakeholders4 7c7 ,contents of review ,in conducting the review required under subsection 7a71 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 rule-making committees and stakeholders have collaborated on the proposed regulations to address airworthiness standards deficiencies4 7#b7 ,with respect to each office within the ,,faa that reviews regulatory materials1 assess-- 7,a7 the timeline assigned to each such office to complete the review of regulatory materials2 7,b7 the actual time spent for such review2 7,c7 opportunities to reduce the actual time for such review2 and 7,d7 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 drafts or reviews each kind of regulatory material in order to ensure that hiring reflects who1 where1 and how these employees function in the rulemaking framework4 7#d7 ,describe any organizational changes or the need to hire additional ,,faa employees1 if necessary and taking into consideration whether current positions are staffed1 to reduce delays in publication of proposed and final 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 real-time progress tracker that updates itself to show the major stages 7as determined by the ,secretary7 of the development of regulatory materials as they are initiated1 in progress1 and completed1 from inception of a proposed development of regulatory materials to publication of the final version of such materials4 7#f7 ,consider changes to the ,,faa's best practices under rules governing ex parte communications with other validating authorities1 including international validating authorities1 and with consideration of the public interest in transparency1 to provide flexibility for ,,faa employees to discuss regulatory materials1 particularly for those related to enhancing aviation safety and the ,united ,states' aviation international leadership4 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 set by private sector standards-developing 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 7d7 ,action plan ,the ,administrator shall develop an action plan to implement the recommendations developed by the review team4 ,the ,administrator shall publish the action plan on the ,internet website of the ,,faa and shall transmit the plan to the appropriate committees of ,congress4 7e7 ,deadlines ,the requirements of this section shall be subject to the following deadlines3 7#a7 ,the review team shall complete the evaluation required under subsection 7a7 and submit the review team's report on such evaluation to the ,secretary not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this section4 7#b7 ,the ,administrator shall develop and publish the action plan under subsection 7d7 not later than #cj days after the date on which the review team submits the report required by subsection 7a7 to the ,administrator4 7f7 ,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 7g7 ,regulatory materials defined ,in this section1 the term regulatory materials means rules1 orders1 advisory circulars1 statements of policy1 guidance1 and other materials related to aviation safety regulations1 as well as other materials pertaining to training and operation of aeronautical products4 #bad4 ,review and ,updates of ,categorical ,exclusions ,not later than #b year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall-- 7#a7 identify each categorical exclusion under the jurisdiction of the ,department of ,transportation 7referred to in this section as the ,department71 including any operating administration within the ,department2 and 7#b7 review1 adopt1 and broaden the applicability of categorical exclusions to enable the use by operating administrations of the ,department1 as relevant and appropriate1 of categorical exclusions identified in paragraph 7#a74 ,,iii ,,safety ,,improvements #cja4 ,independent ,study on future state of type certification processes 7a7 ,review and study ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this section1 subject to the availability of appropriations1 the ,administrator shall 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 set forth in this section4 7b7 ,elements ,the review and study under subsection 7a7 shall provide analyses1 assessments1 and recommendations that address the following3 7#a7 ,a vision for a future state of type certification that reflects the highly complex1 highly integrated nature of today's aircraft and improvements in aviation safety4 7#b7 ,a review of the current tools and techniques used for type certification and an evaluation of whether use of advanced digital tools and techniques1 including model-based system engineering1 would improve the type certification process and enhance aviation safety4 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 issues can be approved and implemented quickly1 particularly with respect to software modifications1 while maintaining the safety of the type certification process4 7#e7 ,what efficiencies and safety process improvements are needed in the ,,faa's type certification system that will facilitate the assessment and integration of innovating technologies that 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 that could be adopted by the ,,faa and the ,united ,states1 as well as the best practices and tools used by the ,united ,states which can be shared with other certification authorities4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #ae months after the date of enactment of this section1 the organization conducting the review and study shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the review and study that includes the findings and recommendations of the organization4 7d7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #bgj days after the report required under subsection 7c7 is submitted to the ,administrator1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress regarding the ,,faa's response to the findings and recommendations of such report1 what actions the ,,faa will take as a result of such findings and recommendations1 and the ,,faa rationale for not taking action on any specific recommendation4 #cjb4 ,report on international validation program performance 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall evaluate the performance of the ,,faa's type certificate validation program under bilateral agreements1 with reference to agreed implementation procedures4 7b7 ,contents ,the evaluation under subsection 7a7 shall consider1 at minimum1 the following3 7#a7 ,progress under section #bdc7;a7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgja note7 with respect to improving the ,,faa's leadership abroad4 7#b7 ,performance1 with reference to metrics such as the number and types of projects1 timeline milestones1 the validating authority level of involvement and certifying authority delegation1 and trends relating to the repeated use of non-basic criteria1 relating to review systems or methods of compliance that have been validated previously in similar context4 7#c7 ,training on the minimum standards for validation work plan content1 such as the validating authority level of involvement1 and what constitutes justification for level of involvement and compliance document requests4 7#d7 ,the perspectives of ,,faa employees responsible for type validation projects1 bilateral civil aviation regulatory partners1 and industry applicants1 on the ,,faa's performance in carrying out validation projects4 7#e7 ,the levels of funding and staffing for the ,international ,validation ,branch of the ,compliance and ,airworthiness ,division of the ,aircraft ,certification ,service of the ,,faa compared to the ,branch's workload and goals4 7#f7 ,the effectiveness of ,,faa training for employees and of outreach conducted to improve and enforce validation processes4 7#g7 ,efforts undertaken to strengthen relationships with international certification authorities to maximize safety cooperation and the use of approvals issued by other certifying authorities in compliance with applicable bilateral agreements and implementation procedures4 7c7 ,report ,the ,administrator shall issue a report regarding the evaluation required under subsection 7a7 to the appropriate committees of ,congress not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section4 #cjc4 ,high risk flight testing 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall take necessary actions1 including as appropriate1 amending part #ba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and revising or modifying any associated advisory circulars1 guidance1 or policy of the ,,faa1 in accordance with this section to improve flight test safety risk4 7b7 ,requirements ,in developing1 amending1 revising1 or modifying regulations1 advisory circulars1 guidance1 or policy under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall do the following3 7#a7 ,develop validation criteria and procedures whereby data produced in high fidelity engineering laboratories and facilities may be allowed in conjunction with1 or in lieu of1 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 ,regulations4 7#b7 ,develop 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 company 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 ,,faa4 7#c7 ,work with other civil aviation authorities representing ,states of ,design to identify their best practices relative to high-risk flight testing and adopt those practices into the ,,faa's flight-testing requirements to the maximum extent practicable4 #cjd4 ,recording devices 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new section3 #ddgde4 ,cockpit recording device 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-- 7#a7 require that1 not later than #d years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 all applicable aircraft are fitted with a cockpit voice recorder and a flight data recorder that are each capable of recording the most recent #be hours of data2 7#b7 prohibit any person from deliberately erasing or tampering with any recording on such a cockpit voice recorder or flight data recorder following a ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board reportable event under part #hcj of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and provide for civil and criminal penalties for such deliberate erasing or tampering1 which may be assessed in accordance with section #aaee of this title and section #cb of title #ah2 7#c7 require that such a cockpit voice recorder has the capability for an operator to use an erasure feature1 such as an installed bulk erase function1 consistent with applicable law and regulations2 7#d7 require that1 in the case of such a cockpit voice recorder or flight data recorder that uses a solid state recording medium in which activation of a bulk erase function assigns a random discrete code to the deleted recording1 only the manufacturer of the recorder and ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board have access to the software necessary to determine the code in order to extract the deleted recorded data2 and 7#e7 ensure that data on such a cockpit voice recorder or a flight data recorder1 through technical means other than encryption 7such as overwriting or the substitution of a blank recording medium before the recorder is returned to the owner7 is not disclosed for use other than for accident or incident investigation purposes4 7b7 ,prohibited use ,a cockpit voice recorder recording shall not be used by the ,administrator or any employer for any certificate action1 civil penalty1 or disciplinary proceedings against flight crewmembers4 7c7 ,applicable aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term applicable aircraft means an aircraft that is-- 7#a7 operated under part #aba or #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#b7 required by regulation to have a cockpit voice recorder or a flight data recorder4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddgdd the following3 #ddgde4 ,recording devices4 4 #cje4 ,helicopter safety 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall task the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 with reviewing and assessing the need for changes to the safety requirements for turbine-powered rotorcraft certificated for #f or more passenger seats in relation to flight data recorders1 flight data monitoring1 and terrain awareness and warning systems4 ,the ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator a report on the findings from such review and assessment1 together with recommendations for such legislative or administrative action the ,committee deems appropriate4 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 ,briefing ,not later than #cj days after the date on which the ,committee submits the report under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on-- 7#a7 the findings and recommendations included in the ,committee's report2 and 7#b7 the ,administrator's plan1 if any1 to implement such recommendations4 #cjf4 ,review and incorporation of human readiness levels into agency guidance material 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,proper attention to human factors during the development of technological systems is a significant factor in minimizing or preventing human error4 7#b7 ,the evaluation and monitoring of a new aviation technology or system with respect to human use throughout its design and development may reduce human error in new systems and technologies when used in operational conditions4 7#c7 ,the technical standard ,,ansi_/,,hfes #djj-bjba1 ,human ,readiness ,level ,scale in the ,system ,development ,process 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 #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall initiate a process to review ,,ansi_/,,hfes ,standard #djj-bjba and determine whether any materials from this standard can and 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 shall conduct a review of the ,,ansi_/,,hfes #djj-bjba technical standard and may consult with subject matter experts affiliated with the authoring organization for such technical standard4 7d7 ,briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress of the review required by subsection 7b74 #cjg4 ,service difficulty reports 7a7 ,annual congressional briefings ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on compliance during the preceding year with requirements relating to ,service ,difficulty ,reports1 specifically-- 7#a7 compliance by operators with the requirements of section #aba4gjc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 compliance by approval or certificate holders with the requirements of section #ahc4fc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7#c7 compliance by ,,faa offices with the requirements for investigation of ,service ,difficulty ,reports1 as documented in the following ,,faa ,orders 7and any subsequent revisions of such ,orders73 7,a7 ,,faa ,order #hijj4a;,a1 ,flight ,standards ,information ,management ,system 7issued ,october #bg1 #bjbb72 7,b7 ,,faa ,order #habj4bc;,a1 ,certificate ,management of ,production ,approval ,holders 7issued ,march #f1 #bjag72 and 7,c7 ,,faa ,order #haaj4ajg;,a1 ,monitor ,safety_/,analyze ,data 7issued ,october #a1 #bjab74 7b7 ,requirements ,the briefings required by subsection 7a7 shall include the following with respect to the preceding year3 7#a7 ,identification of categories of service difficulties reported1 as determined by the ,administrator1 including repetitive service difficulties reported4 7#b7 ,the causes of the service difficulties1 as determined by the ,administrator4 7#c7 ,actions taken by1 or required by1 the ,administrator to address the identified causes of service difficulties4 7#d7 ,violations of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and what1 if any1 action the ,,faa took in response to a violation1 including any actions set forth in ,,faa ,order #baej4c;,c1 ,,faa ,compliance and ,enforcement ,program w_/,changes #a-aj 7issued ,september #ah1 #bjah7 7or any subsequent revisions of such ,order74 #cjh4 ,accountability and compliance 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddgjd7;a77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 ,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 the submitted design data demonstrates compliance with the applicable airworthiness standards or that any airworthiness standards not complied with are compensated for by factors that provide an equivalent level of safety as agreed upon by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing on the implementation of the certification required by the amendment made by subsection 7a74 #cji4 ,accountability for aircraft registration numbers ,the ,administrator shall review the process of reserving aircraft registration numbers and implement appropriate changes to ensure the fair participation by the general public1 including the implementation of readily available software to prevent any computer auto-fill systems from reserving aircraft registration numbers in bulk4 #caj4 ,aircraft registration 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dda of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new section3 #ddaad4 ,reregistration of aircraft ,if an application for reregistration of an aircraft is filed before the date on which the aircraft's registration expires1 the aircraft may continue to be operated after the expiration of the #ij-;day period following the date on which the owner of the aircraft filed such reregistration application 7without regard for whether the ,administrator has received such reregistration application71 provided that-- 7#a7 any operator of the aircraft has evidence aboard the aircraft that the owner of the aircraft filed the reregistration application with the ,administrator not less than #ij days previously2 and 7#b7 the ,administrator has not rejected such reregistration application4 4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by subsection 7a7 shall take effect on the date that is #ij days after the date of enactment of this section4 7c7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dda of such title is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddaac the following3 #ddaad4 ,reregistration of aircraft4 4 #caa4 ,,faa oversight of repair stations located outside the ,united ,states 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddgcc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in the section heading by striking ,inspection and inserting ,oversight2 7#b7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 in the first sentence-- 7i7 by inserting 1 without prior notice to such repair stations1 after annually2 and 7ii7 by inserting and the applicable laws of the country in which a repair station is located after international agreements2 and 7,b7 by striking the second 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 with the applicable laws of the country in which a repair station is located42 7#c7 by redesignating subsection 7g7 as subsection 7i72 and 7#d7 by inserting after subsection 7f7 the following3 7g7 ,data analysis 7#a7 ,in general ,an air carrier conducting operations under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 shall1 if applicable1 provide to the appropriate office of the ,administration1 not less than once every year1 a report containing the information described in paragraph 7#b7 with respect to heavy maintenance work on aircraft 7including on-wing aircraft engines7 performed in the preceding year4 7#b7 ,information required ,a report under paragraph 7#a7 shall contain the following information3 7,a7 ,the location where any heavy maintenance work on aircraft 7including on-wing aircraft engines7 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 ,if applicable1 a list of all failures1 malfunctions1 or defects affecting the safe operation of such aircraft identified by the air carrier within #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 the work performed on such aircraft4 7,e7 ,the certificate number of the person approving such aircraft or on-wing aircraft engine1 for return to service following completion of the work performed at each such location4 7#c7 ,analysis ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall-- 7,a7 analyze information made available under paragraph 7#a7 of this subsection and sections #aba4gjc1 #aba4gje1 #aba4gjg1 and #ade4bba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or any successor provisions1 to detect safety issues associated with heavy maintenance work on aircraft 7including on-wing aircraft engines7 performed outside the ,united ,states2 and 7,b7 require appropriate actions in response4 7#d7 ,confidentiality ,information made available under paragraph 7#a7 shall be subject to the same protections given to voluntarily provided safety or security related information under section #djabc4 7h7 ,minimum qualifications for mechanics and others working on ,u4,s4 registered aircraft 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 require that1 at each covered repair station-- 7,a7 all supervisory personnel 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 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 #a year after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall require any individual who is responsible for approving an article for return to service or who is directly in charge of aircraft 7including on-wing aircraft engine7 maintenance performed on aircraft operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 be available for consultation while work is being performed at a covered repair station4 4 7b7 ,definition of covered repair station 7#a7 ,in general ,section #ddgcc7;i7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as redesignated by subsection 7a77#c771 is amended-- 7,a7 by redesignating paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#c7 as paragraphs 7#b7 through 7#d71 respectively2 and 7,b7 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 certificated under part #ade of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,c7 performs heavy maintenance work on aircraft 7including on-wing aircraft engines7 operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 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 7c7 ,clerical 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 #cab4 ,alcohol and drug testing and background checks 7a7 ,in general ,subject to subsection 7c71 beginning on the date that is #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator may not approve or authorize international travel for any employee of the ,,faa until a final rule carrying out the requirements of subsection 7b7 of section #baab of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgcc note7 has been published in the ,federal ,register4 7b7 ,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 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 7c7 ,exceptions ,the prohibition in subsection 7a7 shall not apply to international travel that is determined by the ,administrator on an individual-by-individual basis to be-- 7#a7 exclusively for the purpose of conducting a safety inspection2 7#b7 directly related to aviation safety standards1 certification1 and oversight2 or 7#c7 vital to the national interests of the ,united ,states4 7d7 ,definition of covered repair station ,for purposes of this section1 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 #cac4 ,continuous aircraft tracking and transmission for high altitude balloons 7a7 ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish an ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 to review and develop findings and recommendations regarding a standard that any high altitude balloon be equipped with a system for continuous aircraft tracking that shall transmit1 at a minimum1 the altitude1 location1 and identity of the high altitude balloon in a manner which is accessible to air traffic controllers1 aircraft1 and other users of 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 experts with specific knowledge of high altitude balloon operations4 7,c7 ,representatives of the ,department of ,defense4 7,d7 ,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 section1 the ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator a report detailing the findings and recommendations of the ,committee described in paragraph 7#a74 ,such report shall include recommendations regarding the following3 7,a7 ,how to update sections #ia4bae1 #ia4bbe1 and #ii4ac of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to require any high altitude balloons to have a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system4 7,b7 ,any necessary updates to the requirements for unmanned free 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 system 7ii7 ensure all data relating to the altitude1 location1 and identity of any high altitude balloon is made available to air traffic controllers1 aircraft1 and other users of the ,national ,airspace ,system2 and 7iii7 maintain airspace safety4 7b7 ,rulemaking and other requirements ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,committee submits the report under subsection 7a77#c71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to require a continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system for any high altitude balloon1 in accordance with the recommendations of the ,committee2 and 7#b7 coordinate with foreign authorities 7including bilateral partners and the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization 7,,icao77 to develop continuous aircraft tracking and transmission system standards for any high altitude balloon operating outside of the ,national ,airspace ,system4 7c7 ,interim standard ,during the period beginning on the date that is #b years after the date of enactment of this section and ending on the date on which the ,administrator issues a notice of proposed rulemaking under subsection 7b77#a71 a person may only operate a high altitude balloon if such balloon meets the requirements described in section #ia4bae7;b7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 notwithstanding the exemption provided in subsection 7e77#a7 of such section #ia4bae4 7d7 ,reports to ,congress ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this section1 and every #f months thereafter until the ,administrator promulgates a final rule under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the status of the rulemaking and other requirements being developed under such subsection4 7e7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,appropriate committees of ,congress ,the term appropriate committees of ,congress means-- 7,a7 the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate2 7,b7 the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,senate2 7,c7 the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives2 and 7,d7 the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,house of ,representatives4 7#b7 ,high altitude balloon ,the term high altitude balloon means a manned or unmanned free balloon operating not less than #aj1jjj feet above sea level4 #cad4 ,international engagement 7a7 ,plan 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall develop and implement a plan to enhance ,united ,states' leadership in aviation safety and policy4 7#b7 ,contents of plan ,the plan required under paragraph 7#a7 shall include1 at minimum1 the following3 7,a7 ,measures to advance international cooperation related to-- 7i7 approval of new safety-enhancing technologies and aeronautical products2 7ii7 development of regulatory policy and plans related to advanced air mobility concepts2 7iii7 innovation in the general aviation sector2 7iv7 further integration of uncrewed aircraft systems and advanced air mobility aircraft and operators2 and 7v7 development of international standards and best practices for enhancing aviation safety consistent with ,united ,states policy and objectives4 7,b7 ,initiatives to attain greater expertise among employees of the ,,faa on issues related to dispute resolution1 intellectual property1 and export control laws4 7,c7 ,policy regarding the future direction and strategy of ,united ,states engagement with the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization and bilateral partner countries1 including the secondment of subject matter experts4 7,d7 ,procedures for acceptance of mandatory continuing airworthiness information1 such as airworthiness directives and other safety-related regulatory documents1 consistent with section #ddgja7;e77#e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7,e7 ,measures to align the ,,faa's technical assistance to foreign civil aviation regulators1 taking into account1 among other factors1 with respect to each such foreign regulator1 the particular aeronautical products for which the ,united ,states is the ,state of ,design in operation in the ,state of such regulator's jurisdiction4 7,f7 ,measures1 such as funding and the hiring of additional ,,faa personnel1 necessary for the ,,faa to fully participate in global and bilateral activities related to aviation safety4 7,g7 ,measures to facilitate and expand the ,,faa's international programs1 training1 and technical assistance to foreign civil aviation authorities in order to-- 7i7 strengthen aviation safety oversight2 7ii7 meet the ,united ,nations ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization standards2 and 7iii7 further ,united ,states policy and objectives4 7,h7 ,initiatives to further develop and establish the ,,faa's foreign offices in strategic regions1 particularly ,africa and ,asia-,pacific1 in order to support the ,,faa's international mission to promote a safe1 secure1 seamless1 and sustainable global aerospace system4 7b7 ,public availability of plan ,not later than #baj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall make the plan developed under subsection 7a7 available on the internet website of the ,,faa4 7c7 ,submission to ,congress 7#a7 ,plan ,not later than #baj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a copy of the plan developed under subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,updates on implementation ,not later than #a year after the submission of the plan under paragraph 7#a71 and annually thereafter through #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the activities the ,,faa is conducting in order to implement such plan4 7d7 ,international travel ,the ,administrator1 or the ,administrator's designee1 may authorize international travel for any ,,faa employee1 without the approval of any other person or office1 for the purpose of-- 7#a7 promotion of aviation safety and other relevant aviation standards2 7#b7 providing support for expedited acceptance of ,,faa design and production approvals by other civil aviation authorities2 7#c7 facilitation of adoption of ,united ,states approaches on standards and recommended practices at the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization2 or 7#d7 providing support for technical assistance and training by the ,,faa4 #cae4 ,air tour and sport parachuting safety 7a7 ,safety management system requirements for certain operators ,not later than #bd months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule requiring each person holding a certificate under part #aai of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and authorized to conduct operations in accordance with the provisions of part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to implement a safety management system1 as appropriate for the operations4 7b7 ,other safety requirements for commercial operators 7#a7 ,safety reforms 7,a7 ,authority to conduct nonstop commercial air tours 7i7 ,in general ,subject to clauses 7ii7 and 7iii71 beginning on the date that is #c years after the date of enactment of this section1 no person may conduct commercial air tours unless that person-- 7,i7 holds a certificate identifying the person as an air carrier or commercial operator under part #aai of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,,ii7 conducts all commercial air tours under the applicable provisions of part #aba or part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7ii7 ,small business exception ,the provisions of clause 7i7 shall not apply to a person who conducts #ej or fewer commercial air tours in a year4 7iii7 ,temporary exception ,notwithstanding the requirements of clause 7i71 for a period of #e years after the date described in clause 7i71 a person who holds a letter of authorization issued by the ,administrator to conduct nonstop commercial air tours under section #ia4adg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 may continue to conduct nonstop commercial air tours under such letter of authorization so long as the person-- 7,i7 as of the date of enactment of this section1 has submitted 7or not later than #ah months after such date of enactment1 submits7 an application to the ,administrator for an air carrier certificate under part #aai1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,,ii7 has not been issued such part #aai certificate or received a denial of the application submitted under subclause 7,i74 7iv7 ,reporting required ,beginning on the date that is #c years after the date of enactment1 and every #ab months thereafter1 each person that conducts commercial air tours 7including any person excluded from the certificate requirement under clause 7ii7 or 7iii77 shall report to the ,administrator the total number of commercial air tours that person conducted during the previous #ab months4 7v7 ,other terms ,the ,administrator shall-- 7,i7 revise title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to include definitions for the terms aerial work and aerial photography that are limited to aerial operations performed for compensation or hire with an approved operating certificate2 and 7,,ii7 to the extent necessary1 revise section #aai4a7;e77#d77;iii7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to conform with the requirements of such definitions4 7,b7 ,additional safety requirements ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall issue new or revised regulations that shall require all certificated commercial air tour operators to ensure that the doors of the airplane or helicopter used for such tour remain closed during the period of the tour in which the airplane or helicopter is airborne1 except for those conducting parachute operations1 and incorporate avoidance training for controlled flight into terrain and in-flight loss of control into the training program required under part #aba or #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 as applicable4 ,the 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 section on human factors issues involved in such accidents1 including but not limited to-- 7i7 specific terrain1 weather1 and infrastructure challenges relevant in the local operating environment that increase the risk of such accidents2 7ii7 pilot decision-making relevant to the avoidance of instrument meteorological conditions while operating under visual flight rules2 7iii7 use of terrain awareness displays2 7iv7 spatial disorientation risk factors and countermeasures2 and 7v7 strategies for maintaining control1 including the use of automated systems4 7#b7 ,aviation rulemaking committee 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator1 shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review and develop findings and recommendations to inform-- 7i7 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 7ii7 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 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 7iii7 requiring all commercial air tour operators to implement a flight data monitoring program1 such as a ,flight ,operational ,quality ,assurance ,program2 7iv7 establishing methods to provide effective terrain awareness and warning2 and 7v7 establishing methods to provide effective traffic avoidance in identified high-traffic tour areas1 such as requiring air tour operators that operate within those 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 7,b7 ,membership ,the aviation rulemaking committee shall consist of members appointed by the ,administrator1 including-- 7i7 representatives of industry1 including manufacturers of aircraft and aircraft technologies2 7ii7 representatives of aviation operator organizations2 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,c7 ,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 7v7 of subparagraph 7,a74 7ii7 ,considerations ,in carrying out its duties 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 on part #ace commercial operators2 7,,iii7 recommendations from industry safety organizations1 including but not limited to the ,vertical ,aviation ,safety ,team 7,,vast71 the ,general ,aviation ,joint ,safety ,committee1 and the ,united ,states ,helicopter ,safety ,team 7,,ushst72 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 7,,taws7 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 issues as necessary4 7,d7 ,reports and regulations ,the ,administrator shall-- 7i7 not later than #bj months after the date of enactment of this section1 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report based on the findings of the aviation rulemaking committee2 7ii7 not later than #ab months after the date of submission of the report under clause 7i71 and after consideration of the recommendations of the aviation rulemaking committee1 issue an intent to proceed with proposed rulemakings regarding each of the matters specified in clauses 7i7 through 7v7 of subparagraph 7,a72 and 7iii7 not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this section1 issue a final rule with respect to each of the matters specified in such clauses of subparagraph 7,a74 7c7 ,expedited process for obtaining operating certificates 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall implement procedures to improve the process for obtaining operating certificates under part #aai of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out paragraph 7#a71 beginning on the date that is #ah months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall give priority consideration to operators that must obtain a certificate in accordance with subsection 7b77#a77;,a74 7#c7 ,report required ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing-- 7,a7 how the procedures implemented under paragraph 7#a7 will increase the efficiency of the process for obtaining operating certificates under part #aai of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and1 if applicable1 certificates authorizing operations under part #ace of such title2 7,b7 how considerations under paragraph 7#b7 will be incorporated into procedures implemented under paragraph 7#a72 and 7,c7 any additional resources required to implement procedures under paragraph 7#a74 7#d7 ,additional reports required ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter the ,administrator shall submit a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress that-- 7,a7 includes-- 7i7 data on certification approvals and denials2 and 7ii7 data on duration of key phases of the certification process2 and 7,b7 identifies certification policies in need of reform or repeal4 7d7 ,safety requirements for sport parachute operations 7#a7 ,aviation rulemaking committee ,the ,administrator1 shall convene an aviation rulemaking committee to review and develop findings and recommendations to inform-- 7,a7 rulemaking governing parachute operations conducted in the ,united ,states that are subject to the requirements of part #aje of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to address-- 7i7 ,federal ,aviation ,administration-approved aircraft maintenance and inspection programs that consider1 at a minimum1 requirements for compliance with engine manufacturers' recommended maintenance instructions1 such as service bulletins and service information letters for time between overhauls and component life limits2 7ii7 initial and annual recurrent pilot proficiency checking programs 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 7iii7 initial and annual recurrent pilot review programs for parachute operations pilots that address1 at a minimum1 operation-specific and aircraft-specific weight and balance calculations1 preflight inspections1 emergency and recovery procedures1 and parachutist egress procedures for each type of aircraft flown1 as well as competency flight checks to determine pilot competence in practical skills and techniques in each type of aircraft2 7,b7 the revision of guidance material contained in ,advisory ,circular #aje-b;,e 7relating to sport parachute jumping71 to include guidance for parachute operations in implementing the ,federal ,aviation ,administration-approved aircraft maintenance and inspection program and the pilot training and pilot proficiency checking programs required under any new or revised regulations issued in accordance with paragraph 7#a72 and 7,c7 the revision of guidance materials issued in ,order #hijj4a entitled ,flight ,standards ,information ,management ,system1 to include guidance for ,federal ,aviation ,administration inspectors who oversee part #ia of title #ad ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 operations conducted under any of the exceptions specified in section #aai4a7;e7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 which include parachute operations4 7#b7 ,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 representatives of parachute operator organizations2 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#c7 ,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#a74 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 ,board generally as relevant and specifically those 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 but not limited to1 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#d7 ,reports and regulations ,the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 not later than #bj months after the date of enactment of this section1 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report based on the findings of the aviation rulemaking committee2 7,b7 not later than #ab months after the date of submission of the report under subparagraph 7,a71 and after consideration of the recommendations of the aviation rulemaking committee1 issue1 as necessary1 an intent to proceed with proposed rulemakings regarding each of the matters specified in subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,c7 of paragraph 7#a72 and 7,c7 not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this section1 issue1 as necessary1 a final rule with respect to each of the matters specified in such subparagraphs of paragraph 7#a74 7e7 ,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 ,commercial air tour ,the term commercial air tour means a flight conducted for compensation or hire in an airplane or helicopter where a purpose of the flight is sightseeing4 7#c7 ,commercial air tour operator ,the term commercial air tour operator means any person who conducts a commercial air tour4 7#d7 ,parachute operation ,the term parachute operation has the meaning given that term in section #aje4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or any successor regulation74 #caf4 ,international aviation safety assessment program ,section #ddgja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7g7 ,aviation safety oversight measures carried out by foreign countries 7#a7 ,assessment 7,a7 ,in general ,at intervals the ,administrator considers necessary in the interests of safety1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 shall assess the effectiveness of the aviation safety oversight measures carried out by a foreign country-- 7i7 from which a foreign air carrier serves the ,united ,states2 7ii7 from which a foreign air carrier seeks to serve the ,united ,states2 7iii7 whose air carriers code-share with a ,united ,states air carrier2 or 7iv7 as the ,administrator considers appropriate4 7,b7 ,requirements ,in conducting an assessment under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7i7 consult with the appropriate authorities of the government of the foreign country concerned2 7ii7 determine the extent to which such country effectively maintains and carries out its aviation safety oversight measures pursuant to the ,convention on ,international ,civil ,aviation 7in this section referred to as the ,chicago ,convention72 and 7iii7 use a standard that will result in an analysis of the aviation safety oversight measures carried out by such country based on the minimum standards contained in ,annexes #a1 #f1 and #h to the ,chicago ,convention in effect on the date of the assessment4 7,c7 ,non-compliance findings 7i7 ,in general ,when the assessment required by this subsection identifies areas of non-compliance to the safety oversight measures in the ,chicago ,convention1 the ,administrator shall conduct final discussions with the foreign country within #ij days of the assessment to determine whether the non-compliance findings have been corrected and the foreign country is now in compliance with the applicable international standards for effective aviation safety oversight4 7ii7 ,correction ,if the ,administrator determines that the foreign country has corrected identified area of non-compliance by the close of final discussions1 the ,federal ,aviation ,administration will issue or continue to issue operations specifications to the foreign operator to enable the ,united ,states air service or to the ,united ,states operator if the foreign operator is to carry its airline code4 7iii7 ,non-correction ,if the ,administrator determines that the foreign country has not has corrected identified area of non-compliance by the close of final discussions-- 7,i7 immediate notification will be made to the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 that a condition exists that threatens the safety of passengers1 aircraft1 or crew traveling to or from the foreign country2 and 7,,ii7 notwithstanding section #djaje7;b71 the ,administrator1 after consulting with the appropriate civil aviation authority of the foreign country concerned and notification to 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 provides foreign air transportation4 7,d7 ,authority ,notwithstanding subparagraphs 7,b7 and 7,c71 the ,administrator retains the ability to initiate immediate safety oversight action when justified based on available safety information4 7#b7 ,notification ,at the conclusion of the international aviation safety assessment process1 the ,administrator1 after advising the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 shall inform the foreign country of the determination regarding its compliance to ,,icao standards4 ,the determination shall-- 7,a7 for foreign countries determined to be compliant in ,,icao standards1 state that no further action is needed2 and 7,b7 for foreign countries determined to be non-compliant in ,,icao standards1 recommend the actions necessary to bring the aviation safety oversight measures carried out by that country into compliance with the international standards contained in the ,chicago ,convention1 as used by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration in making the assessment4 7#c7 ,failure to maintain and carry out standards 7,a7 ,in general ,subject to subparagraph 7,b71 if the ,administrator determines that a foreign country does not maintain and carry out effective aviation safety oversight measures1 the ,administrator shall-- 7i7 notify the appropriate authorities of the government of the foreign country consistent with paragraph 7#b72 7ii7 publish the identity of the foreign country on the ,federal ,aviation ,administration website1 in the ,federal ,register1 and through other mediums to provide notice to the public2 7iii7 transmit the identity of the foreign country to the ,secretary of ,state to inform the relevant travel advisories2 and 7iv7 provide the identity of the foreign country and any critical safety information resulting from the assessment to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives4 7,b7 ,immediate exercise of authority 7i7 ,in general ,the ,administrator may immediately exercise authority under subparagraph 7,a7 if the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state1 determines that a condition exists that threatens the safety of passengers1 aircraft1 or crew traveling to or from the foreign country4 7ii7 ,notification to the ,secretary of ,state ,the ,administrator shall immediately notify the ,secretary of ,state of a determination under clause 7i7 so that the ,secretary of ,state may issue a travel advisory with respect to the foreign country4 7#d7 ,accuracy of the ,,iasa list ,to meet the need for the public to have timely and accurate information about the aviation safety oversight of foreign countries1 the ,administrator shall regularly review the activity of foreign air carriers serving the ,united ,states and carrying the code of a ,united ,states air carrier4 ,countries with no such operations for an extended period of time1 as determined by the ,administrator1 will be removed from the public listings for inactivity1 after advisement with the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,secretary of ,state4 7#e7 ,training ,the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall use data1 tools1 and methods in order to ensure transparency and repeatable results of the assessments conducted under this subsection4 ,the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall ensure that ,federal ,aviation ,administration personnel are properly and adequately trained to carry out the assessments set forth in this subsection1 including with respect to ,,icao standards and their implementation by foreign countries4 7#f7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this subsection1 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator shall submit to the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives a report on the assessments conducted under this subsection1 including the results of any corrective action period4 4 #cag4 ,changed product rule reform 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 any exception 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 codified 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 section1 the ,administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a briefing on the ,,faa's implementation of the recommendations of the ,changed ,product ,rule ,international ,authorities ,working ,group1 established under ,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 #cah4 ,development of low-cost voluntary ,,ads-,b 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #bd months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator1 working with representatives from industry groups1 including pilots1 aircraft owners1 avionics manufacturers1 and any others deemed necessary to offer technical expertise1 shall develop a report regarding the development of a suitable position reporting system for voluntary use in airspace not mandated for ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast ,out equipment and use 7in this section referred to as ,,ads-,b ,out7 by section #ia4bbe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to facilitate traffic awareness4 7b7 ,requirements ,the report developed under subsection 7a7 shall-- 7#a7 research and catalog equipment1 standards1 and systems 7including international7 relating to ,,ads-,b ,out available as of the date on which the report is submitted under subsection 7c72 7#b7 address strengths and weaknesses of the such equipment1 standards and systems1 including with respect to costs2 7#c7 outline potential regulatory and procedural changes that may need to be undertaken by the ,,faa and other government entities1 as well as equipment1 standards1 and systems that may need to be developed and required1 to enable the development and voluntary use of equipment 7existing or new7 that enables the use of portable1 and installed1 low cost position reporting in airspace not mandated for ,,ads-,b ,out2 7#d7 determine market size1 development costs1 and barriers that may need to be overcome for the development of technology that enables the use of portable1 and installed1 low cost position reporting in airspace not mandated for ,,ads-,b ,out2 and 7#e7 include a communication strategy that is targeted towards potential users and promotes the benefits of the position reporting solutions to enhance traffic awareness for voluntary use in airspace not mandated for ,,ads-,b ,out1 when such technology is available for commercial use4 7c7 ,report to congress ,not later than #cj day after the date on which the report developed under subsection 7a7 is finalized1 the ,administrator shall submit the report to the appropriate committees of ,congress4 #cai4 ,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 #h1 #bjah4 7b7 ,regulations ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall make such regulatory changes as are necessary as a result of the enactment of subsection 7a74 #cbj4 ,safety management systems 7a7 ,finding ,congress finds that on ,january #aa1 #bjbc1 the ,,faa released a notice of proposed rulemaking to update and expand the requirements for safety management systems4 7b7 ,as the ,,faa reviews comments to the notice of proposed rulemaking described in subsection 7a7 and drafts the final rule1 the ,administrator shall ensure that safety management systems program requirements can be appropriately scaled to the size and complexity of each operator4 #cba4 ,aviation safety information analysis and sharing program ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress1 a report on the ,,faa's progress with respect to the ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing 7,,asias7 program that-- 7#a7 describes the phased approach the ,,faa is following to construct the ,,asias system2 7#b7 describes the efforts of the ,,faa to secure increased safety data from-- 7,a7 commercial air carriers2 7,b7 general aviation operators2 7,c7 helicopter operators2 7,d7 unmanned aircraft system operators2 and 7,e7 other aircraft operators2 and 7#c7 provides a summary of the efforts of the ,,faa to address gaps in safety data provided from any of the classes of operators described in paragraph 7#b74 #cbb4 ,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 section1 subject to subsection 7b77#b71 the ,administrator shall establish a working group for purposes of reviewing1 evaluating1 and making recommendations on check pilot functions for air carriers operating under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,membership 7#a7 ,in general ,the working group required by this section shall include-- 7,a7 employees of the ,,faa who serve as check pilots 7as described in section #ia4ajhi of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations72 7,b7 representatives of air carriers operating under such part #ace2 and 7,c7 industry associations representing such air carriers4 7#b7 ,existing working group ,the ,administrator may assign the duties of the working group described in subsection 7c7 to an existing ,,faa working group if-- 7,a7 the membership of the existing working group includes the members required under paragraph 7#a72 or 7,b7 the members required under paragraph 7#a7 are added to the membership of the existing working group4 7c7 ,duties ,the working group shall review1 evaluate1 and make recommendations on the following3 7#a7 ,methods for approving check pilots for air carriers operating under such part #ace4 7#b7 ,actions required to ensure such air carriers are authorized an adequate number of check pilots to enable timely occurrence of pilot checks4 7#c7 ,differences in qualification standards applied to-- 7,a7 employees of the ,,faa who serve as check pilots2 and 7,b7 check pilots of an authorized air carrier4 7#d7 ,methods to standardize the qualification standards for check pilots1 including check pilots who are employees of the ,,faa and or of an authorized air carrier4 7#e7 ,methods to improve the training and qualification of check pilots4 7#f7 ,prior recommendations made by ,,faa advisory committees or working groups regarding check pilot functions4 7#g7 ,petitions for rulemaking submitted to the ,,faa regarding check pilot functions4 7d7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #a year after than the date on which the ,administrator establishes the working group under subsection 7a7 7or tasks an existing ,,faa working group under subsection 7b77#b7 with the duties described in subsection 7c771 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress and recommendations of the working group1 as well as the ,administrator's efforts to implement such recommendations4 #cbc4 ,enhancing processes for authorizing aircraft for service in commuter and on demand operations 7a7 ,establishment of working group ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish a ,part #ace ,aircraft ,conformity ,working ,group 7in this section referred to as the ,working ,group74 ,the ,working ,group shall study methods and make recommendations to clarify requirements and standardize the process for conducting and completing aircraft conformity processes for existing part #ace air carriers and operators in a timely manner and entering those aircraft into service4 7b7 ,membership ,the ,working ,group shall be comprised of representatives of the ,,faa1 existing part #ace air carriers and operators1 and associations or trade groups representing such class of air carriers or operators4 7c7 ,duties ,the ,working ,group shall consider all aspects of the current ,,faa processes for ensuring aircraft conformity and make recommendations to enhance those 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 part #ace operators to add an aircraft that was listed on another part #ace certificate immediately prior to moving to the new air carrier2 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 ,administrator's efforts to implement such recommendations4 7e7 ,definition of part #ace ,in this section the term part #ace means part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cbd4 ,tower marking compliance 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall provide a briefing to the appropriate committees of ,congress on implementation of the requirements of section #baaj of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgah note7 7as amended by section #egf of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed1 #acb ,stat4 #ccia774 7b7 ,requirements ,the briefing required by subsection 7a7 shall include the following3 7#a7 ,a description of1 and timeframe for1 the ,administrator's development of requirements to file notice of construction of meteorological evaluation towers and other renewable energy projects under the notice of proposed rulemaking ,,rin #babj-;,,ak#gg4 7#b7 ,a description of the ,,faa's use of existing publicly accessible databases to collect and make available information about certain structures that are required to1 or voluntarily1 file notice with the ,,faa4 7#c7 ,for the period beginning on ,july #ae1 #bjaf1 and ending on the date the briefing required by subsection 7a7 is provided1 a list of aircraft accidents during such period that are associated with covered towers 7as such term is defined in section #baaj7;b77#a77;,a7 of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgah note7 that are not marked in accordance with applicable guidance in the advisory circular of the ,,faa issued ,december #d1 #bjae 7,,ac #gj_/gdfj-;,,il74 #cbe4 ,administrative authority for civil penalties ,section #dfcja7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#d71 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 #bjbc2 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 #bjbc2 7iii7 #aj1jjj1jjj 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 #bjbc2 7iv7 #bej1jjj if the violation was committed by an individual on or after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbc2 or 7v7 #b1ejj1jjj if the violation was committed by a small business concern on or after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbc2 2 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 #bjbc2 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 #bjbc2 7,c7 #aj1jjj1jjj 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 #bjbc2 7,d7 #bej1jjj if the violation was committed by an individual on or after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbc2 or 7,e7 #b1ejj1jjj if the violation was committed by a small business concern on or after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbc4 2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#aj7 ,the maximum amounts authorized in clauses 7iii7 through 7v7 of paragraph 7#d77;,a7 and in subparagraphs 7,c7 through 7,e7 of paragraph 7#h7 of this subsection shall be adjusted for inflation no less frequently than every #e years4 4 #cbf4 ,civil penalties for whistleblower protection program violations ,section #dfcja7;d77#b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting subchapter ,,iii of chapter #dba1 before chapter #dda4 #cbg4 ,flight service stations 7a7 ,repeal ,section #ddead of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and the item relating to that section in the analysis for chapter #dde of such title #di are repealed4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,section #ajf7;g77#a77;,d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #ddead14 #cbh4 ,technical assistance agreements ,section #djajd7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraphs3 7#c7 ,state-to-,state agreements ,the ,administrator shall promote efficient delivery of bilateral and multilateral engagement and technical assistance by waiving the requirement for ,state-to-,state agreements for the provision of technical assistance and training 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#d7 ,definition ,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 related training and exercises in support of aviation safety1 efficiency1 and security4 4 #cbi4 ,restoration of authority 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after section #djaah the following3 #djaai4 ,security and research and development activities 7a7 ,general requirements ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall conduct research 7including behavioral research7 and development activities appropriate to develop1 modify1 test1 and evaluate a system1 procedure1 facility1 or device to protect passengers and property against acts of criminal violence1 aircraft piracy1 and terrorism and to ensure security4 7b7 ,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 ,united ,states ,code1 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 of this subsection does not authorize information to be withheld from a committee of ,congress authorized to have the information4 7#c7 ,sensitive security information ,nothing in paragraph 7#a7 shall be construed to authorize the designation of information as sensitive security information 7as defined in section #ae4e of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7-- 7,a7 to conceal a violation of law1 inefficiency1 or administrative error2 7,b7 to prevent embarrassment to a person1 organization1 or agency2 7,c7 to restrain competition2 or 7,d7 to 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 #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 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 7c7 ,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 ,united ,states ,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 it had never been repealed by the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,public ,law #aae-bed2 #acb ,stat4 #cahf74 7c7 ,conforming amendments 7#a7 ,chapter #dja analysis ,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 ,security and research and development activities4 4 7#b7 ,other disclosure requirements ,section #ddiab of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended in subsection 7d7 by striking paragraph 7#b7 and redesignating paragraph 7#c7 as paragraph 7#b74 #ccj4 ,tarmac operations monitoring study 7a7 ,in general ,the ,director of the ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics 7referred to in this section as the ,director71 in consultation with other offices within the ,office of the ,secretary of ,transportation and the ,,faa1 shall conduct a study to explore the capture1 storage1 analysis1 and feasibility of monitoring ground source data at airports in the ,united ,states4 7b7 ,objectives ,the objectives of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 shall include3 7#a7 ,determining the current state of ground source data coverage at airports in the ,united ,states4 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 and developing 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 section1 the ,director shall establish a pilot program for the purposes of collecting data and developing ground-based tarmac delay statistics or other relevant statistics with respect to airports in the ,united ,states4 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 factors including1 geography1 size1 and air traffic2 7,b7 terminate not more than #c years after the date of enactment of this section2 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 section1 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 #cca4 ,,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 for aviation security as part of the ,,faa's cybersecurity strategy4 7b7 ,contents of the review ,the review required by subsection 7a7 shall assess-- 7#a7 how onboard aircraft cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities are defined and accounted for in the strategy aviation security framework1 particularly in pillar #b of that framework to protect and defend ,,faa networks and systems to mitigate risks to ,,faa missions and service delivery2 7#b7 how onboard aircraft cybersecurity1 particularly of the aircraft avionics1 is considered1 incorporated1 and prioritized in the cybersecurity strategy pursuant to section #eji of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddijc note72 7#c7 how roles and responsibilities for aircraft and ground systems cybersecurity are differentiated and enforced between the ,transportation ,security ,agency and the ,,faa2 7#d7 how aircraft and ground systems cybersecurity vulnerabilities are being identified and prioritized for mitigation1 particularly considering the commercial technology ecosystem2 and 7#e7 the budgets of the parties responsible for implementing the strategy framework for aviation security1 as identified in subsection 7a71 to satisfy those mitigation requirements necessary to secure the aviation ecosystem from onboard cybersecurity vulnerabilities4 7c7 ,report required ,not later than #a year after the date of the enactment of this section1 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 ,government ,affairs of the ,senate4 #ccb4 ,securing aircraft avionics systems ,section #ejf7;a7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgjd note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by striking consider1 where appropriate1 revising and inserting revise1 where appropriate1 existing2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking and after the semicolon2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7#d7 by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 to require that software-based systems and equipment1 including aircraft flight critical systems1 be verified to ensure the software-based systems and equipment have not been compromised by unauthorized external and internal access4 4 #ccc4 ,maintenance data availability 7a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall assign to the ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee the task of-- 7#a7 performing a comprehensive review of previous and current ,,faa regulations and related internal and external guidance material related to instructions for continue airworthiness 7in this section referred to as ,,ica72 and 7#b7 developing and submitting to the ,administrator recommendations for guidance or regulatory changes to-- 7,a7 clarify the obligations of design approval holders to develop and make ,,ica available2 7,b7 create methods to identify and provide access to ,,ica2 and 7,c7 create mechanisms to accept complaints1 resolve disputes1 and enforce obligations4 7b7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a year after receiving the recommendations under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that describes such recommendations and the ,administrator's plan1 if any1 to implement such recommendations4 #ccd4 ,study on airworthiness standards compliance 7a7 ,study ,the ,administrator shall conduct a study on the safety consequences of a transport airplane design approved by a domestic or foreign aviation manufacturer failing to comply with the applicable airworthiness standards4 ,the study shall identify-- 7#a7 each final airworthiness directive applicable to transport airplanes that was issued by the ,,faa in the #b-year period prior to the date of enactment of this section to address unsafe conditions resulting from the approval of designs that were non-compliant with an applicable airworthiness standard2 and 7#b7 for each such airworthiness directive-- 7,a7 the airworthiness standard with which the affected products failed to comply1 as well as the resulting unsafe condition and whether such condition resulted in an accident2 7,b7 the methods by which the noncompliance was discovered and brought to the attention of the ,,faa2 7,c7 an analysis of whether the method used by the applicant to show compliance was acceptable and whether other compliance methods would have identified the noncompliance during the type certification process2 7,d7 the date of approval of the relevant type design and the date of issuance of the airworthiness directive2 7,e7 any corrective action mandated to address the identified unsafe condition2 7,f7 the period of time specified for the incorporation of the corrective action1 during which the affected products were allowed to operate before the unsafe condition was corrected2 and 7,g7 the total cost of compliance estimated in the final rule adopting the airworthiness directive4 7b7 ,coordination ,in conducting the study under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall coordinate with1 and solicit comments from1 union representatives of the aviation safety engineers involved in the development of airworthiness directives4 7c7 ,report to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 a description of any root cause of unsafe conditions identified by such study1 as well as an identification of any action required to address any such root cause2 7#c7 the union representative comments solicited under subsection 7b72 and 7#d7 any other recommendations for legislative or administrative action determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7d7 ,definition of transport airplane ,for purposes of this section1 the term transport airplane has the meaning given such term in ,,faa ,notice ,n #hijj4fdi1 titled ,use of ,air ,carrier ,pilots ,during ,flight ,standardization ,board ,evaluations for ,transport ,airplanes 7issued ,december #bc1 #bjbb74 #cce4 ,fire protection standards 7a7 ,internal regulatory review team 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish an internal regulatory review team 7in this section referred to as the ,team74 7#b7 ,review 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,team is established1 the ,team shall conduct a review of foreign airworthiness standards and guidance for firewalls to determine best practices that should be adopted by the ,,faa and submit to the ,administrator a report on the findings of such review4 7,b7 ,requirements ,in conducting the review1 the team shall-- 7i7 identify any significant differences in standards or guidance with respect to test article selection1 fire test boundaries1 and evaluation criteria for such tests1 including the use of certification by analysis where 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 ,,faa's firewall requirements2 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 ,,faa's ,significant ,standards ,list based on such findings2 and 7#b7 not later than #ij days after such date1 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on such findings1 together with recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 #ccf4 ,cabin air safety 7a7 ,deadline for submissions to ,congress ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 study by the ,airliner ,cabin ,environmental ,research ,center of ,excellence on bleed air required by 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 by subsection 7d7 of such section4 7b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #a year after such date of enactment1 the ,administrator may issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to establish requirements for scheduled passenger air carrier operations under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 with respect to incidents onboard aircraft involving oil and hydraulic fluid fume events4 ,the rulemaking shall include1 as necessary1 the study and report required under subsection 7a7 and 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 smoke or fume events4 7#b7 ,a standardized ,,faa form and system for reporting incidents involving smoke or fume events onboard aircraft4 7#c7 ,the development of investigative procedures for the ,,faa to follow after receipt of a report of an incident involving an oil and hydraulic fluid event onboard aircraft in which at least #a passenger or crew member required medical attention as a result of the incident4 7#d7 ,installation onboard aircraft of detectors and other air quality monitoring equipment situated in the air supply system to enable pilots and maintenance technicians to locate the sources of air supply contamination1 including carbon monoxide4 #ccg4 ,airport air safety ,the ,administrator shall evaluate whether there are impacts to travelers due to poor air quality and bleed air inside ,washington ,dulles ,international ,airport4 #cch4 ,aircraft interchange agreement limitations 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall revise section part #aba4efi of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to include each of the provisions described in subsection 7b74 7b7 ,provisions described ,the provisions described in this subsection are the following3 7#a7 ,a #cj-;day limit on foreign aircraft interchange agreements4 7#b7 ,a minimum break between foreign aircraft interchange renewals of #ij days4 7#c7 ,a limit of no more than #a foreign aircraft interchange agreement between #b airlines4 7#d7 ,a limit of no more than #b foreign aircraft on the interchange agreement4 #cci4 ,wildfire suppression 7a7 ,in general ,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 not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall promulgate an interim final 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 promulgating any rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall not enable any aircraft of a type that has been manufactured in accordance with the requirements of and accepted for use by1 any branch of the ,united ,states ,military and has been later modified to be used for wildfire suppression operations4 7c7 ,conforming amendments to ,,faa documents ,in promulgating an interim final rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall amend ,,faa ,order #haaj4ef1 ,restricted ,category ,type ,certification 7dated ,february #bg1 #bjjf71 as well as any corresponding policy or guidance material1 to reflect the requirements of subsection 7a74 7d7 ,savings provision ,nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the ,administrator's authority to take action otherwise authorized by law to protect aviation safety or passenger safety4 7e7 ,definitions ,for purposes of 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 #cdj4 ,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 section1 the ,administrator shall enter into appropriate arrangements with the ,national ,academies of ,sciences1 ,engineering1 and ,medicine 7in this subsection referred to as the ,national ,academies7 under which the ,national ,academies will conduct a #a-year study on the health and safety impacts1 with respect to passengers and crewmembers during each season in which the study is conducted1 of the temperature of a covered aircraft cabin falling outside of a temperature between #fe and #he degrees ,fahrenheit during all phases of flight operation4 7#b7 ,consultation ,in conducting the study required by paragraph 7#a71 the ,national ,academies shall consult with the ,,faa ,civil ,aerospace ,medical ,institute1 air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and applicable aviation labor organizations4 7#c7 ,flight definition ,for purposes of paragraph 7#a71 the term flight operation means the period beginning on the moment an individual boards the covered aircraft with the intention of work and duty related to the flight until such time as all such individuals have disembarked from the covered aircraft4 7b7 ,reports 7#a7 ,to the ,administrator ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the study under subsection 7a7 is completed1 the ,national ,academies shall submit to the ,administrator a report on the results of such study1 together with recommendations determined appropriate by the ,national ,academies4 7#b7 ,to ,congress ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,national ,academies submits the report under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing the results of the study required by subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for further action deemed appropriate by the ,administrator4 7c7 ,definition of covered aircraft ,for purposes of this section1 the term covered aircraft means an aircraft operated under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #cda4 ,part #ace pilot supplemental oxygen requirement ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 only apply to aircraft operating at altitudes above flight level #daj4 ,in 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 #cdb4 ,crewmember pumping guidance 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall issue guidance to ,part #aba air carriers relating to the expression of milk by crewmembers on an aircraft during non-critical 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 that complying with the advisory circular will not require an air carrier or foreign air carrier to incur significant expense1 such as through the addition of an extra crewmember in response to providing a break1 removal or retrofitting of seats on the aircraft1 or 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 ,administrator's authority for aviation safety under subtitle ,,vii of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #cdc4 ,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#b71 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a71 by striking ,september #cj1 #bjbc and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7j71 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 ,oversight of ,,faa compliance program ,section #abb of division ,v of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjba is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7c77#d71 by striking ,october #a1 #bjbc and inserting ,october #a1 #bjbh2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7d71 by striking #bjbc and inserting #bjbh4 7i7 ,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 ,,iv ,,modernizing ,,the ,,national ,,airspace ,,system #dja4 ,next,gen accountability task force 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,administrator shall establish a task force1 to be known as the ,next,gen ,accountability ,task ,force 7referred to in this section as the ,task ,force7 to provide recommendations on the most effective operational metrics that can be used to assess the performance of the ,,faa in delivering and implementing quantifiable operational benefits to the national airspace system within the ,next ,generation ,air ,transportation ,system 7,next,gen7 project4 7b7 ,membership 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,task ,force shall be composed of1 at a minimum1 representatives from-- 7,a7 the ,,faa2 7,b7 trade associations representing avionics manufacturers2 7,c7 trade associations representing air carriers 7,d7 trade associations representing business or general aviation operators2 7,e7 labor organizations representing air traffic controllers2 and 7,f7 any other interested parties that the ,administrator determines may provide expertise and assist the ,task ,force to fulfill its obligations4 7#b7 ,appointment ,the ,administrator shall appoint each member of the ,task ,force4 7#c7 ,vacancies ,a vacancy in the ,task ,force shall be filled in the manner in which the original appointment was made4 7c7 ,duties ,the ,task ,force shall -- 7#a7 leverage current metrics used by the ,,faa to quantify the benefits of ,next,gen technology and investments2 7#b7 validate current and establish additional metrics for the ,,faa to track national airspace system throughput and savings due to ,next,gen investments by calculating a weighted average by distance1 on a per flight basis-- 7,a7 reduction and cumulative savings of track miles and time savings2 7,b7 reduction and cumulative savings of emissions and fuel burn2 7,c7 reduction of aircraft operation time2 and 7,d7 any other metrics that the ,administrator determines may provide quantifiable benefits for operators in the national airspace system2 and 7#c7 validate current and establish metrics for the ,,faa to track and assess fleet equipage across operators in the national airspace system including-- 7,a7 percentage of aircraft equipped with ,next,gen avionics equipment as recommended in the ,minimum ,capabilities ,list 7,,mcl7 ,ad ,hoc ,team1 ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee 7,,nac7 ,task #ai-a ,report completed in ,november #bjbj2 7,b7 quantified costs and benefits for an operator to properly equip with baseline ,next,gen avionics equipment over the aircraft's lifecycle2 and 7,c7 cumulative unrealized ,next,gen benefits associated with rates of mixed equipage across operators4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,task ,force shall submit to the ,administrator a report with its findings and recommendations and metrics developed pursuant to subsections 7a7 and 7c74 7e7 ,public display ,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 present1 track1 and update through #bjcj-- 7#a7 the metrics recommended and established by the ,task ,force on a quarterly and annual basis depending on the metric2 and 7#b7 the total amount invested in ,next,gen technologies and resulting quantifiable benefits on a quarterly basis until the ,administrator declares the completion of ,next,gen implementation4 7f7 ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act ,chapter #aj of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code 7commonly known as the ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act71 shall not apply to the ,task ,force4 7g7 ,sunset ,the ,task ,force shall terminate on the date on which the ,administrator receives the report required under subsection 7d74 #djb4 ,use of advanced surveillance in oceanic airspace 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall develop a plan to-- 7#a7 coordinate with counterparts at air service navigation providers in airspace that is adjacent to ,united ,states airspace or international airspace delegated to the ,united ,states to-- 7,a7 adopt reduced separation standards in oceanic airspace2 7,b7 implement procedures that will permit user preferred routes to increase fuel efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions2 and 7,c7 exercise leadership in setting global standards by harmonizing the safety and efficiency of air traffic operations in airspace neighboring any airspace delegated to the ,united ,states2 and 7#b7 utilize ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast 7,,ads-,b7 relay service within ,united ,states airspace or international airspace delegated to the ,united ,states for-- 7,a7 positive air traffic control1 including separation of aircraft by implementing the ,,icao ,advanced ,surveillance-,enhanced ,procedural ,separation standard2 7,b7 air traffic flow management2 7,c7 search and rescue2 7,d7 accident investigation2 and 7,e7 data analytics4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #abj days after the date on which the ,administrator completes development of the plan required by subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report that-- 7#a7 details the actions the ,administrator shall take to implement the plan1 including specifying the required technical system upgrades1 operational procedure modifications1 new training requirements1 and a transition plan2 7#b7 details a schedule with milestones for implementation of the use of advanced surveillance systems or services and coordination of such use with international air service navigation providers2 and 7#c7 describes any anticipated safety enhancements1 fuel and operating cost savings1 and reduction in carbon emissions of aircraft operating through airspace in which such advanced surveillance systems or services are used4 #djc4 ,,gps monitoring pilot program 7a7 ,establishment ,the ,administrator shall conduct a pilot program to evaluate technologies to detect1 measure1 and locate disrupting sources of interference to the ,,gps ,standard ,positioning ,service in order to mitigate the impacts on air commerce and other related government and civilian functions within the air traffic management ecosystem4 7b7 ,evaluation of technologies 7#a7 ,types of technologies ,the pilot program shall evaluate commercially available technologies1 as well as technologies under development by the ,,faa1 the ,department of ,transportation1 the ,department of ,defense1 the ,department of ,homeland ,security1 and the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration4 7#b7 ,scope ,the pilot program shall consider technologies that have both physical electronics equipment and software components1 as well as technologies with only software components4 7c7 ,number of evaluation sites ,the pilot program shall evaluate technologies for the purposes described in subsection 7a7 at not less than #e1 and not more than #g1 airports unless the ,administrator determines that additional evaluation sites are needed to carry out the pilot program4 7d7 ,location of evaluation sites 7#a7 ,in general ,the pilot program shall be conducted at each of the following types of airports3 7,a7 ,a primary airport in ,class ,b airspace4 7,b7 ,a primary airport in ,class ,c airspace4 7,c7 ,a primary airport in ,class ,d airspace4 7,d7 ,an airport in ,class ,e airspace4 7,e7 ,a ,joint-,use ,airport4 7#b7 ,documented interference ,in determining whether an airport should be an evaluation site for the pilot program1 the ,administrator shall consider airports described in paragraph 7#a7 that have experienced documented instances of interference to the ,,gps ,standard ,positioning ,service during the #e-year period ending with the date of enactment of this section4 7e7 ,private sector participation ,the ,administrator shall collaborate with the private sector1 including providers of technology that can cost-effectively implement a capability to potentially mitigate the impacts of ,,gps ,standard ,positioning ,service interference on air commerce4 7f7 ,congressional briefings ,beginning #ab months after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter until the date on which the report required by subsection 7g7 is submitted1 the ,administrator shall provide the appropriate committees of ,congress with a briefing summarizing the status of1 and findings from1 the pilot program4 7g7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after date on which pilot program is terminated1 the ,administrator shall provide a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the pilot program4 7h7 ,,gps ,standard ,positioning ,service defined ,in this section1 the term ,,gps ,standard ,positioning ,service has the meaning given such term in section #bbha7;d77#b7 of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code4 #djd4 ,runway safety technologies 7a7 ,study ,the ,administrator shall conduct a study of runway safety incidents and accidents at airports in the ,united ,states and identify technologies that may prevent or reduce the risk of such incidents and accidents4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #i months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a7 that includes the following3 7#a7 ,recommendations for preventative measures1 including process changes and identification of available technologies1 to mitigate the risks of runway safety incidents and accidents at or near airports in the ,united ,states4 7#b7 ,recommendations for additional airports in the ,united ,states1 based on a risk-based analysis1 that would be viable candidates for installation of runway safety technologies4 7#c7 ,the ,,faa's timeline and action plan for replacing1 maintaining1 or enhancing the operational capability provided by the ,airport ,surface ,detection ,system - ,model ,x 7,,asde-,x7 and the ,airport ,surface ,surveillance ,capability 7,,assc7 legacy surveillance systems1 and implementing runway safety technologies at airports currently without surface surveillance systems1 as needed to improve runway safety4 7#d7 ,an explanation of the decision-making process used by the ,,faa to determine whether to introduce runway safety technologies1 like ,,asde-,x1 ,,assc1 or other appropriate surface surveillance systems1 at additional airports4 7c7 ,briefings ,following the submission of the report under subsection 7b7 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress of the action plan under subsection 7b77#c71 including on the-- 7#a7 status of implementing new surface surveillance systems at additional airports2 and 7#b7 justification for delaying or not implementing additional surface surveillance systems at airports identified by the ,administrator under subsection 7b77#b74 #dje4 ,flight profile optimization 7a7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 ,,faa's trajectory based-operations air traffic flow management system4 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 ,,faa's performance in carrying out air traffic flow management system development projects4 7,d7 ,any other information the ,administrator deems 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 shall not exceed #b1jjj1jjj to a single air traffic flow management technology provider4 7b7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #ahj days after the establishment of the pilot program under subsection 7a71 and annually thereafter until the termination of the pilot program1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the progress of the pilot program under this section1 including any implementation challenges of the program1 detailed metrics of the program1 and any suggested action to achieve the adoption of ,,fpo4 7c7 ,definition of trajectory-based operations ,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 #djf4 ,stars remote surveillance displays 7a7 ,certification 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall define minimum performance and technical requirements in order to provide a mechanism to certify a commercial radar display capable of displaying primary and secondary radar targets for use by controllers in ,,faa ,contract ,tower program towers4 7#b7 ,,stars ,with respect to a ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system or any equivalent system procured directly from an original equipment manufacturer 7in this section referred to as an ,,oem71 the ,administrator shall move expeditiously to certify such systems for ,federal contract towers and identify such systems by issuing an advisory circular regarding the certification of such systems4 7#c7 ,minimum equipment list ,the ,,faa may add ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system equipment to the minimum level of equipage necessary for ,federal contract towers to perform their function1 as applicable4 7b7 ,installation and maintenance ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbe1 the ,administrator shall allow airports to-- 7#a7 procure1 install1 and maintain a ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system or any equivalent system through the ,,faa2 or 7#b7 purchase a ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system or any equivalent system and installation and maintenance services directly from an ,,oem4 #djg4 ,audit of legacy systems 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall initiate an audit of all legacy systems to determine their level of operational risk1 functionality1 security1 and compatibility with current and future technology4 7b7 ,scope of audit ,the audit required by subsection 7a7-- 7#a7 shall be conducted by an independent third-party contractor or a ,federally funded research and development center 7,,ffrdc7 selected by the ,administrator2 7#b7 shall include an assessment of whether a legacy system is outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable1 as defined in subsection 7f72 and 7#c7 with respect to any legacy systems identified in the audit as outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable1 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 efficiency4 7c7 ,deadline ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbe1 the audit required by subsection 7a7 shall be completed4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after the audit required by subsection 7a7 is completed1 the ,administrator shall provide a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the audit's findings and recommendations1 including-- 7#a7 an inventory of the legacy systems in use2 7#b7 an assessment of the operational condition of the legacy systems in use2 and 7#c7 the average age of in-service legacy systems and1 for each legacy system in use1 the intended design life of the system1 by type4 7e7 ,collaboration with industry on plan to accelerate drawdown1 replacement1 or enhancement of legacy systems 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date on which the ,administrator provides the report required by subsection 7d71 the ,administrator shall initiate a plan1 in coordination with industry1 to accelerate drawdown1 replacement1 or enhancement of any legacy systems that are identified in the audit required by subsection 7a7 as outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable4 7#b7 ,priorities ,the ,administrator shall prioritize the drawdown1 replacement1 or enhancement of such legacy systems based on the operational risks such legacy systems pose to air safety and the costs associated with the replacement or enhancement of such legacy systems4 7#c7 ,collaboration ,the ,administrator shall work with industry to develop a plan to replace or enhance the identified legacy systems within a reasonable time frame4 7#d7 ,progress updates ,the ,administrator shall provide the appropriate committees of ,congress with semi-annual updates on the progress made in replacing or enhancing the identified legacy systems4 7f7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,industry ,the term industry means the aviation industry1 limited to organizations with expertise in aviation-dedicated network systems1 systems engineering platforms1 aviation software services1 air traffic management1 flight operations1 and ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization 7,,icao7 standards4 7#b7 ,legacy systems ,the term legacy systems means any communication1 navigation1 surveillance1 or automation or network applications or ground-based aviation infrastructure owned by the ,,faa that were deployed prior to the year #bjjj1 including the ,notice to ,air ,missions 7,,notam7 system4 7#c7 ,outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable ,the term outdated1 insufficient1 unsafe1 or unstable means a legacy system for which the likelihood of failure creates a risk to air safety or security due to the legacy system's age1 ability to be cost-effectively maintained1 or any other factors that may compromise the performance or security of the legacy system4 ,such term includes a legacy system with a risk of a single point of failure or that lacks of sufficient back-up capability in the event of a failure4 #djh4 ,aeronautical mobile communications services 7a7 ,satellite voice communications services ,the ,administrator shall evaluate the addition of satellite voice communication services 7referred to in this section 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 #abj days after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall begin to develop the safety case analysis and stated implementation procedures for ,sat,voice instructions over the ,,faa's controlled oceanic and remote continental airspace regions4 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 ,collaboration with the ,international ,civil ,aviation ,organization in defining ,satcom ,standards and ,recommended ,practices 7,s,a,r,ps71 which shall include an ,,rcp-#acj performance standard as well as ,sat,voice standards4 7#d7 ,training of 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 ,the addition of ,sat,voice capability as an added means of communication in oceanic and remote continental airspace shall in no way affect the current ,,hf_/,,vhf equipage requirement for communications in such airspace4 ,the ,administrator shall maintain existing ,,hf_/,,vhf services as minimum equipage under the ,,amcs program to provide for auxiliary communication and maintain safety in the event of a satellite outage4 #dji4 ,low altitude routes for vertical flight 7a7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that the national airspace system requires additional rotorcraft1 including advanced air mobility aircraft1 low-altitude instrument flight rules routes leveraging advances in performance based navigation to operate on direct1 safe1 and reliable routes that ensure sufficient separation from higher altitude fixed wing aircraft traffic4 7b7 ,low-altitude rotorcraft instrument flight routes 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall initiate a rulemaking process to-- 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 7,,rnav7 instrument flight rules routes1 acting through notice and comment rulemaking1 as part of the ,united ,states air traffic service route 7,,ats7 structure that utilize performance based navigation1 such as ,global ,positioning ,system 7,,gps7 and ,global ,navigation ,satellite ,system 7,,gnss7 equipment4 7#b7 ,consultation ,in carrying out the rulemaking process under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consult with-- 7,a7 stakeholders in the airport1 heliport1 rotorcraft manufacturer1 rotorcraft operator1 general aviation operator1 commercial air carrier1 and performance based navigation technology manufacturer sectors2 7,b7 the ,united ,states ,helicopter ,safety ,team2 and 7,c7 other stakeholders determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 #daj4 ,,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 section1 the ,administrator shall initiate a study to determine-- 7,a7 the number of aircraft registered in the ,united ,states and other devices operating in the airspace of the ,united ,states that are not equipped with ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast 7,,ads-,b7 out equipment2 7,b7 the requirements for and impact of expanding the dual-link architecture that is used below an altitude of ,,fl#ahj to any altitude below the current radar floor2 7,c7 the costs and benefits of equipage2 and 7,d7 the cost and benefits of any accommodation made for aircraft with inoperable ,,ads-,b out equipment4 7#b7 ,annual briefings ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter through #bjbe1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the study conducted under paragraph 7#a71 including any updates thereof4 7b7 ,vehicle-to-,vehicle link program ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 programs 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 #daa4 ,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 7#a7 ,certain ,next,gen avionics ,the term certain ,next,gen avionics means those avionics and baseline capabilities as recommended in the ,minimum ,capabilities ,list 7,,mcl7 ,ad ,hoc ,team1 ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee 7,,nac7 ,task #ai-a ,report completed in ,november #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 7e71 by striking ,september #cj1 #bjbc and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 #dab4 ,next,gen equipage plan 7a7 ,plan 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall develop a #b-year implementation plan to further incentivize the acceleration of the equipage rates of certain ,next,gen avionics in the active commercial and regional fleet of the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,contents ,the plan required under paragraph7#a7 shall1 at a minimum1 evaluate and consider recommendations to-- 7,a7 provide for further implementation and deployment of ,next,gen operational improvements to incentivize universal equipage across the active fleet for commercial and regional aircraft2 7,b7 identify any remaining barriers for operators to properly equip 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 the benefits realizable by operators equipping with certain ,next,gen avionics2 and 7,d7 contain any equipage guidelines and regulations the ,administrator deems 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 labor organizations representing air traffic controllers2 and 7,d7 any other representatives the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7b7 ,submission of plan ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall consider the recommendations under subsection 7a7 and submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress the plan required under subsection 7a74 7c7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the plan required under subsection 7a7 is submitted to the appropriate committees of ,congress under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall1 if ,administrator determined appropriate1 initiate a rulemaking proceeding to address one or more of the recommendations contained in the plan4 7d7 ,definition ,in this section the term certain ,next,gen avionics means those avionics and baseline capabilities as recommended in the ,minimum ,capabilities ,list 7,,mcl7 ,ad ,hoc ,team1 ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee 7,,nac7 ,task #ai-a ,report completed in ,november #bjbj4 #dac4 ,performance based navigation report and utilization plan 7a7 ,report on performance based navigation 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall publish on the website of the ,,faa a progress report on the utilization1 implementation1 and operational benefits of performance based navigation 7in this section referred to as ,,pbn7 procedures of the ,,faa within the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,contents ,the report shall include1 at a minimum1 a detailed implementation plan with respect to the recommendations made by-- 7,a7 the ,,pbn ,clarification ,ad ,hoc ,team1 ,next,gen ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,,nac7 ,task #ai-d ,report completed in ,november #bjbj2 7,b7 the ,final ,report of the ,major ,air ,carrier ,performance ,based ,navigation 7,,pbn7 ,way ,forward ,workgroup for the ,,faa's ,,pbn ,clarification ,tasking to the ,,nac dated ,june #bjbj2 7,c7 the ,,nac ,subcommittee ,update on ,opportunities dated ,june #bjbj2 7,d7 the ,barriers to ,established on ,required ,navigation ,performance ,procedures dated ,november #bjai2 and 7,e7 the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah1 ,section #edg ,enhanced ,air ,traffic ,services1 ,,nac ,task #bj-c ,report dated ,march #bjba4 7b7 ,utilization action plan #ahj days after the completion of the report under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall1 in consultation with representatives of air traffic controllers1 develop an action plan to utilize ,,pbn as a primary means of navigation to further reduce the dependency on legacy systems within the national airspace system4 7c7 ,briefing ,not later than #a year after the development of the action plan under subsection 7b71 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator shall submit to appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the implementation of the action plan1 including the utilization rate of ,,pbn as a primary means of navigation4 #dad4 ,air traffic control facility realignment study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall partner with a third party to conduct an ,air ,traffic ,control ,facility ,realignment report to examine consolidating or otherwise reorganizing air traffic control work facilities and locations and airspace structure management4 7b7 ,contents ,the report required by subsection 7a7 shall do the following3 7#a7 ,evaluate the potential efficiencies that may result from a reorganization4 7#b7 ,identify whether certain areas prone to congestion or staff shortages would benefit from enhanced flexibilities4 7#c7 ,recommend opportunities for integration of separate facilities to create a more collaborative and efficient traffic control environment4 7c7 ,report and briefing 7#a7 ,to the ,administrator ,not later than ,september #cj1 #bjbe1 the third party described in subsection 7a7 shall submit to the ,administrator a report on the recommendations described in subsection 7b77#c71 and a copy of such report shall be transmitted to the labor organization representing air traffic controllers4 7#b7 ,to ,congress ,not later than #fj days after receiving the recommendations described in subsection 7b77#c71 the ,administrator shall brief the relevant ,congressional committees on such recommendations1 as well as the ,administrator's plan1 if any1 to implement such recommendations4 ,v ,,aviation ,,workforce ,a ,civil ,aviation ,workforce #eja4 ,aviation workforce development grants 7a7 ,in general ,section #fbe of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following new paragraph3 7#c7 a program to provide grants for eligible projects to support the education and recruitment of aviation manufacturing technical workers and the development of the aviation manufacturing workforce4 2 7#b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking #bjbc each place it appears and inserting #bjbh2 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 ,additional funding ,in addition to amounts available for grants pursuant to paragraph 7#a71 there is authorized to be appropriated-- 7,a7 #aj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh to provide grants under the program established under subsection 7a77#a72 7,b7 #aj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh to provide grants under the program established under subsection 7a77#b72 and 7,c7 #aj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh to provide grants under the program established under subsection 7a77#c74 2 and 7,d7 in paragraph 7#c71 as redesignated by subparagraph 7,b71 by inserting 7or1 in the case of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh1 #a1jjj1jjj7 after #ejj1jjj2 7#c7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a77;,b71 by inserting 1 a postsecondary vocational institution 7as defined in section #ajb of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajjb71 after 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja772 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b77;,b71 by inserting 1 a postsecondary vocational institution 7as defined in section #ajb of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajjb71 after 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajja772 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following new paragraph3 7#c7 ,an application for a grant under the program established under subsection 7a77#c7 shall 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 ,code1 or a credible applicant for such a certificate as determined by the ,secretary2 7,b7 an accredited institution 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 #ajb of the ,higher ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ajjb71 or a high school or secondary school 7as defined in section #ghja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja72 and 7,c7 a ,state or local governmental entity4 2 7#d7 by striking subsection 7d7 and inserting the following3 7d7 ,eligible projects ,for purposes of a program established under subsection 7a71 an eligible project is a project-- 7#a7 to create and deliver a program designed to provide students with meaningful aviation education that is designed to prepare the students to become aircraft pilots1 aerospace engineers1 unmanned aircraft systems operators1 aviation maintenance technical workers1 or aviation manufacturing technical workers 7as applicable to the relevant program described in subsection 7a772 7#b7 to support the professional development of teachers and other educators implementing a program described in paragraph 7#a72 7#c7 to establish new educational programs that teach technical skills used by aircraft pilots1 aerospace engineers1 unmanned aircraft systems operators1 aviation maintenance technical workers1 or aviation manufacturing technical workers 7as applicable to the relevant program described in subsection 7a771 including purchasing equipment1 or to improve existing such programs2 7#d7 to establish scholarships or registered apprenticeships for individuals pursuing employment as aircraft pilots1 aerospace engineers1 unmanned aircraft systems operators1 aviation maintenance technical workers1 or aviation manufacturing technical workers 7as applicable to the relevant program described in subsection 7a772 7#e7 to support outreach about careers as aircraft pilots1 aerospace engineers1 unmanned aircraft systems operators1 aviation maintenance technical workers1 or aviation manufacturing technical workers 7as applicable to the relevant program described in subsection 7a77 to-- 7,a7 primary1 secondary1 and post-secondary school students2 or 7,b7 communities underrepresented in the applicable industry2 7#f7 to support educational opportunities in both urban and rural areas2 7#g7 to support transition to careers as aircraft pilots1 aerospace engineers1 unmanned aircraft systems operators1 aviation maintenance technical workers1 or aviation manufacturing technical workers 7as applicable to the relevant program described in subsection 7a771 including for veterans and members of the ,armed ,forces2 or 7#h7 to otherwise enhance or expand the aircraft pilot1 aerospace engineer1 unmanned aircraft system operator workforces1 aviation maintenance technical worker1 or aviation manufacturing technical worker workforces4 2 7#e7 in subsection 7e7 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7i7 by inserting aviation manufacturers1 after repair stations1 and 7ii7 by striking and at the end2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following new paragraph3 7#c7 give priority to applicants who partner with1 or establish links between1 secondary schools and post-secondary schools and who work collaboratively or participate in industry or sector partnerships4 2 and 7#f7 by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7f7 ,consultation with the ,secretary of ,education ,the ,secretary may consult with the ,secretary of ,education in-- 7#a7 developing the design of the grant application under this section2 7#b7 reviewing and selecting applications for grants for eligible projects under this section2 and 7#c7 establishing considerations regarding program quality and measurement of student outcomes4 4 7b7 ,conforming amendment ,paragraph 7#d7 of section #dhaje of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #bjbc and inserting #bjbh4 7c7 ,national strategic plan for aviation workforce development 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall1 to the extent practicable and in consultation with other ,federal agencies and private individuals1 establish a national strategic plan for addressing projected shortages of aviation workers in the aviation industry1 including-- 7,a7 any short-term1 medium-term1 and long-term needs critical to the economy1 national security1 workforce readiness1 environmental concerns1 and priorities of the ,united ,states aviation sector1 such as emergency readiness and resilience2 and 7,b7 any situation or condition that warrants special attention by the ,federal ,government4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the national strategic plan established under paragraph 7#a7 shall-- 7,a7 take into account the activities and accomplishments of all agencies in the executive branch of the ,federal ,government that are related to carrying out such national strategic plan2 and 7,b7 include recommendations for legislation1 regulations1 and budget proposals to carry out such national strategic plan4 #ejb4 ,women in ,aviation ,advisory ,committee 7a7 ,establishment ,there is established within the ,department of ,transportation the ,women in ,aviation ,advisory ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee74 7b7 ,membership 7#a7 ,composition 7,a7 ,in general ,subject to subparagraph 7,c71 the ,committee shall be composed of up to #af members appointed by the ,secretary1 including representatives from the following3 7i7 ,passenger and cargo air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7ii7 ,aircraft manufacturers and aerospace companies4 7iii7 ,nonprofit organizations within the aviation industry1 including at least #a ,state aviation agency4 7iv7 ,airport operators and employees4 7v7 ,aviation business associations4 7vi7 ,engineering business associations4 7vii7 ,united ,states ,air ,force ,auxiliary1 ,civil ,air ,patrol4 7viii7 ,institutions of higher education and aviation trade schools4 7ix7 ,the ,department of ,labor4 7x7 ,the ,department of ,education4 7xi7 ,nonprofit labor organizations representing aviation workers1 including organizations representing aviation maintenance workers and pilots for cargo and passenger air carriers operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7xii7 ,the ,,faa4 7,b7 ,date ,the appointments described in subparagraph 7,a7 shall be made not later than #i months after the date of enactment of this section4 7,c7 ,ex officio members ,the ,secretary shall appoint #a member from the ,office of ,civil ,rights of the ,,faa to serve in an ex officio capacity4 7#b7 ,subcommittees ,the ,committee may establish subcommittees as the ,committee determines appropriate4 7#c7 ,chair2 subcommittee chairs ,the ,committee-- 7,a7 shall select a ,chair from among the members of the ,committee2 and 7,b7 may select subcommittee chairs from among the members of the ,committee1 as the ,committee determines appropriate4 7#d7 ,term of service 7,a7 ,in general ,each member of the ,committee shall serve until the termination date described in subsection 7e74 7,b7 ,successors 7i7 ,death or resignation ,if a member of the ,committee dies or resigns during their term of service1 the ,secretary shall designate a successor for the unexpired term of such member4 7ii7 ,expired term ,any member of the ,committee whose term of office has expired shall continue to serve as a member until their successor is appointed by the ,secretary4 7#e7 ,administrative support ,the ,secretary shall furnish the ,committee logistical and administrative support to enable the ,committee to perform its duties4 7#f7 ,compensation ,each member of the ,committee shall serve without compensation4 7c7 ,duties 7#a7 ,advisory role ,the ,committee-- 7,a7 shall advise the ,secretary and the ,administrator on matters related to promoting women in the aviation industry1 including education1 training1 recruitment1 retention1 and career advancement2 7,b7 shall review and update the recommendations directed to ,,faa and non-,,faa entities produced by the ,advisory ,board created under section #fab of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 and recommend how to engage with those entities to improve the implementation of such recommendations2 7,c7 shall coordinate with the ,department of ,transportation ,office of ,civil ,rights and the ,,faa's ,federal ,women's ,program to not duplicate the objectives of such program2 and 7,d7 shall not duplicate the objectives of the ,air ,carrier ,training ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee4 7#b7 ,reports 7,a7 ,annual report ,not later than ,october #ca of the first calendar year beginning after the date on which the ,committee is established under subsection 7a71 and annually thereafter1 the ,committee shall submit to ,congress1 the ,secretary1 and the ,administrator a report that contains a detailed statement of the ,committee's recommendations under subparagraphs 7,a7 and 7,b7 of paragraph 7#a71 together with the recommendations of the ,committee for such legislation and administrative actions as the ,committee considers appropriate4 7,b7 ,additional reports ,the ,committee may submit to ,congress1 the ,secretary1 and the ,administrator additional reports and recommendations related to education1 training1 recruiting1 retaining1 and advancing women in the aviation industry as the ,committee determines appropriate4 7d7 ,review of recommendations ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,secretary receives a report from the ,committee under subsection 7c77#b71 the ,secretary shall submit to ,congress a report that indicates-- 7#a7 which recommendations of the ,committee that the ,secretary has determined the ,department of ,transportation is able to address and provide an update regarding the implementation of such recommendations on an annual basis2 and 7#b7 which such recommendations the ,secretary is not able to implement 7including any recommendations for legislation7 and a rationale for that determination4 7e7 ,sunset ,the ,committee shall terminate on ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 #ejc4 ,study of high school aviation maintenance training programs 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall initiate a study to assess the aviation maintenance technician workforce pipeline in the ,united ,states1 as well as any barriers for students enrolled in high school aviation maintenance programs with respect to-- 7,a7 entering airframe and powerplant mechanic programs2 or 7,b7 accessing pathways to mechanic certification4 7#b7 ,contents ,the study required under paragraph 7#a7 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 high school aviation maintenance programs offer curricula that align with ,,faa mechanic airman certification standards4 7,c7 ,the opportunities afforded to students enrolled in alternative or high school maintenance programs partnered with aviation maintenance technician schools 7as described in section #adg4ae of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations74 7,d7 ,alternate paths to a certificated aviation maintenance technician school for the fulfillment of the experience requirements described in section #fe4ge7;c7 of such title #ad4 7,e7 ,any barriers to entry associated with-- 7i7 developing and attaining the knowledge and experience requirements described in section #fe4ge and section #adg4ca of such title #ad2 or 7ii7 access to the mechanic certification process4 7,f7 ,the level of engagement between the ,,faa and high school aviation maintenance programs with respect to developing curricula that assist with building foundational knowledge and skills necessary to attain ,,faa mechanic certifications and associated ratings4 7,g7 ,any barriers to accessing the general knowledge test described in section #fe4ga7;a77#c7 of such title #ad4 7,h7 ,whether allowing mechanic certificate applicants to take the general knowledge test prior to such applicants meeting the relevant experience requirements would present a safety risk4 7,i7 ,whether regulatory changes could reduce any barriers described in this paragraph4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall provide to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report and briefing on the findings of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general deems appropriate4 #ejd4 ,military aviation maintenance technicians rule 7a7 ,streamlined certification for eligible military maintenance technicians ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule that revises part #fe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 to-- 7#a7 create a military mechanic written competency test2 and 7#b7 develop1 as necessary1 a relevant ,airman ,certification ,standard to qualify eligible military maintenance technicians for a mechanic certificate with airframe or powerplant ratings2 and 7#c7 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 7in this section referred to as a ,,dme7 for eligible military maintenance technicians4 7b7 ,aeronautical knowledge subject areas 7#a7 ,in general ,the military mechanic written competency test and ,airman ,certification ,standard described in subsection 7a7 shall focus on the aeronautical knowledge subject areas contained in the ,aviation ,mechanic ,general1 ,airframe1 and ,powerplant ,airman ,certification ,standards1 as appropriate to the rating sought4 7#b7 ,identification of subject areas ,the aeronautical knowledge subject areas shall be identified and recommended to the ,administrator1 in consultation with industry stakeholders1 through the ,,faa ,aviation ,rulemaking ,advisory ,committee ,airman ,certification ,system ,working ,group4 7c7 ,expansion of testing locations ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,secretary of ,defense and the ,secretary of ,homeland ,security1 shall determine whether an expansion of the number of active testing locations operated within military installation testing centers would increase access to testing1 as well as how to implement such expansion4 7d7 ,outreach and awareness ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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-- 7#a7 the services made available by the ,,jsamtcc2 and 7#b7 the military mechanic written competency test established under subsection 7a74 7e7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,administrator issues the final rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit 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 report on the activities carried out under this section1 together with recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7f7 ,eligible military maintenance technician defined ,for purposes of this section1 the term eligible military maintenance technician means an individual who is a current or former maintenance technician who was honorably discharged or has retired from the ,united ,states ,armed ,forces 7as defined in section #aja of title #aj1 ,united ,states ,code7 and meets the following requirements3 7#a7 ,the individual presents an official ,united ,states ,armed ,forces record confirming that the individual is or was a military aviation maintenance technician1 holding an appropriate ,military ,occupational ,specialty 7,,mos7 ,code1 as determined by the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,secretary of ,defense4 7#b7 ,the individual presents documentary evidence of experience in accordance with the requirements under section #fe4gg of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #eje4 ,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#i71 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 following new paragraph3 7#aj7 work as an aircraft dispatcher outside of a physical location designated as a dispatching center or flight following center of an air carrier2 or 4 7#b7 ,regulations ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall promulgate regulations requiring persons and air carriers to comply with paragraph 7#aj7 of section #ddgaa7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as added by paragraph 7#a774 7#c7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by subsection 7a7 shall take effect on the date that is #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 without regard to whether the regulations required by paragraph 7#b7 have been promulgated as of that date4 7b7 ,aircraft dispatching 7#a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #cjd7;a71 is amended by adding at the end the following new section3 #ddgdf4 ,aircraft dispatching 7a7 ,in general ,each air carrier shall establish and maintain sufficient dispatch centers and flight following centers to maintain operational control of each flight of the air carrier at all times4 7b7 ,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 7c7 ,prohibition 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to 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 emergency1 an air carrier may dispatch aircraft from a location other than the dispatch center or flight following center of the air carrier for a brief period of time1 but not to exceed a period of #bd consecutive hours per location4 4 7#b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddg of such title1 as amended by section #cjd7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddgdd the following3 #ddgdf4 ,aircraft dispatching4 4 #ejf4 ,employee assault prevention and response plan standards and best practices 7a7 ,sense of ,congress ,it is the sense of ,congress that3 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 note74 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 experience4 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 following new subsection3 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 #ejg4 ,crewmember self-defense training ,section #ddiah7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a71 by inserting and unruly passenger behavior before the period at the end2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7,a7 by striking subparagraph 7,a7 and inserting the following3 7,a7 ,recognize suspicious behavior and activities and determine the seriousness of any occurrence4 2 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,d71 by inserting 1 including training to defend against the use of edged or contact weapons before the period at the end2 7,c7 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 7,d7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,i7 and 7,j7 as subparagraphs 7,j7 and 7,k71 respectively2 and 7,e7 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 #bjbc1 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 for recurrent training2 and 7,b7 the individuals or entities providing such training4 2 7#d7 in paragraph 7#f7-- 7,a7 in the first sentence-- 7i7 by inserting and the ,federal ,air ,marshal ,service after consultation with the ,administrator2 7ii7 by striking and periodically shall and inserting and shall periodically2 and 7iii7 by inserting based on changes in the potential or actual threat conditions before the period at the end2 and 7,b7 in the second sentence1 by inserting 1 including self-defense training expertise and experience before the period at the end2 and 7#e7 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 #ejh4 ,improving apron safety 7a7 ,study and report on engine ingestion zone and jet blast zone accidents 7#a7 ,study ,the ,administrator shall conduct a study on ways to minimize or eliminate engine ingestion zone and jet blast zone accidents1 including through-- 7,a7 improving markings on the apron 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,b7 incorporating markings on aircraft to indicate the engine inlet danger zone1 using hazard warning stripes1 decals1 or other measures2 7,c7 limiting ground service personnel access to an aircraft until the engines of the aircraft are no longer running1 the beacon on top of the aircraft has been turned off1 the individual blades of the engine fan can be observed1 and there is a notification from the flight deck crew confirming the engines are off 7including the time for cool down1 particularly for engines with low ground clearance72 7,d7 improving aircraft engine design to prevent or minimize engine ingestion1 such as the use of stationary inlet guide vanes or engine guarding2 7,e7 improving the use of or requirements for ,auxiliary ,power ,units 7,a,p,us7 or electrical systems maintenance or incorporating changes to other systems or apron operation procedures to eliminate or minimize the length of time an aircraft engine runs 7or be permitted to run7 while the aircraft is at the gate or stopped on the ground2 and 7,f7 improving communication devices and requirements for operable radios and headsets4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the study conducted under subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,improved training 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator may1 as appropriate1 develop and publish training and related educational materials about aircraft engine ingestion and jet blast hazards for ground crews 7including supervisory employees7 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 7#b7 ,training regulations ,not later than #ahj days after the publication of the training and related educational materials described in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator may promulgate regulations to require any new1 transferred1 or current 7as of the date of enactment of this section7 employee of the ,,faa to receive the relevant engine ingestion and jet blast zone hazard training before such employee may perform work on the apron4 #eji4 ,aviation ,medical ,innovation and ,modernization ,working ,group 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish the ,aviation ,medical ,innovation and ,modernization ,working ,group 7in this section referred to as the ,working ,group7 and appoint members of the ,working ,group in accordance with subsection 7b74 7b7 ,membership 7#a7 ,number ,the members of the ,working ,group shall not exceed #bj individuals4 7#b7 ,composition 7,a7 ,federal ,air ,surgeon ,the ,federal ,air ,surgeon shall be a member of the ,working ,group and shall be the ,chair of the ,working ,group4 7,b7 ,senior ,aviation ,medical ,examiners ,in addition to the ,federal ,air ,surgeon1 at least #h members of the ,working ,group shall be individuals who are ,senior ,aviation ,medical ,examiners4 7,c7 ,other members ,in addition to the ,federal ,air ,surgeon and the members appointed under subparagraph 7,b71 the remaining members shall be licensed medical physicians with substantial expertise in-- 7i7 aerospace medicine2 7ii7 psychological medicine2 7iii7 neurological medicine2 7iv7 cardiovascular medicine2 or 7v7 internal medicine4 7,d7 ,preference in appointments ,the ,administrator shall give preference to appointing members of the ,working ,group who are ,aviation ,medical ,examiners or licensed medical physicians who have demonstrated research and expertise in aviation medical issues4 7,e7 ,use of subgroups ,the ,working ,group ,administrator may use subgroups to develop the recommendations under subsection 7c74 7c7 ,recommendations ,the ,working ,group shall develop a report that includes recommendations with respect to the following areas3 7#a7 ,evaluation of the conditions an ,aviation ,medical ,examiner can issue 7,,caci74 7#b7 ,improvements and reforms to the ,special ,issuance process1 including whether1 after initial medical certification by the ,,faa1 renewals can be based on a medical evaluation and treatment plan by a pilot's treating medical specialist with concurrence from the pilot's ,aviation ,medical ,examiner4 7#c7 ,development of an online medical portal administered by the ,,faa that-- 7,a7 adheres to cybersecurity protections and protocols2 7,b7 authorizes ,aviation ,medical ,examiners1 pilots1 or their designee1 to securely share medical records2 7,c7 provides timely updates for a pilot's medical application and improves return to flying timelines2 7,d7 provides pilots with the ability to submit additional information requested from the ,,faa2 7,e7 includes the method to contact the reviewing office2 and 7,f7 such other requirements as the ,working ,group may recommend4 7#d7 ,the use of technologies to address forms of red-green color blindness for pilots4 7#e7 ,improvements to ,attention-,deficit ,hyperactivity ,disorder and ,attention ,deficit ,disorder protocols4 7#f7 ,improvements to neurology protocols1 specifically1 stroke1 head injury1 and known loss of consciousness4 7#g7 ,improvements to ,,faa mental health protocols1 including1 but not limited to1 mental health conditions such as depression and anxiety1 the use of medications for treating mental health conditions1 and neurocognitive testing rules and applicability4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date on which the ,working ,group is established-- 7#a7 the ,working ,group shall submit the report developed in accordance with subsection 7c7 to the ,administrator1 along with recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,working ,group determines appropriate2 and 7#b7 the ,administrator shall submit such report and recommendations to the appropriate committees of ,congress4 7e7 ,actions by the ,administrator ,the ,administrator may take such action as the ,administrator determines appropriate to implement the recommendations in the report under submitted under subsection 7d74 7f7 ,exemption from the ,federal ,advisory ,committee ,act ,chapter #aj of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 shall not apply to the ,working ,group4 7g7 ,sunset ,the ,working ,group shall terminate on the date on which the ,working ,group submits the report required by subsection 7d74 #eaj4 ,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 obtain industry recommendations on maintaining and updating ,airman ,certification ,standards4 7b7 ,duties ,in carrying out its activities1 the ,working ,group shall-- 7#a7 ensure that testing remains correlated and corresponds to current regulations1 procedures1 equipment1 aviation infrastructure1 and safety trends2 7#b7 work with industry to solicit recommendations on airman certification and testing1 including new1 and revisions to existing1 ,airman ,certification ,standards guidance documents and airman tests2 and 7#c7 ensure other tasks carried out by the ,working ,group are addressed and completed in a timely and efficient manner4 ,b ,,faa ,workforce #eba4 ,air traffic control staffing standards 7a7 ,,faa air traffic control staffing standards ,the ,administrator shall complete the requirements of subsection 7b7 and implement revisions to the ,,faa ,certified ,professional ,controller 7in this section referred to as ,,cpc7 operational staffing targets1 in consultation with appropriate stakeholders including the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic control specialists of the ,,faa certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 by ,september #cj1 #bjbd4 7b7 ,national ,academy of ,sciences study 7#a7 ,study ,not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall enter into appropriate arrangements with the ,national ,academies of ,sciences1 ,engineering1 and ,medicine 7in this subsection referred to as the ,national ,academies7 under which the ,national ,academies will conduct a study of the methodology used by the ,collaborative ,resource ,workgroup 7in this subsection referred to as ,,crwg7 to determine ,,cpc operational staffing targets needed to meet facility operational1 statutory1 and contractual requirements1 including resources to develop1 evaluate1 and implement processes and initiatives affecting the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,contents ,the study required by paragraph 7#a7 shall include the following elements3 7,a7 ,a review of similarities and discrepancies between methodologies used to develop the ,,crwg ,,cpc operational staffing targets and the staffing targets developed by the ,,faa as reflected by the staffing standards used in the #bjbc ,controller ,workforce ,plan4 7,b7 ,an examination of the discrepancies between the ,,crwg ,,cpc staffing targets and the ,,faa-developed ,,cpc staffing standards used in the #bjbc ,controller ,workforce ,plan that contribute to a significant divergence in operational staffing headcounts 7including with respect to ,c,p,cs1 ,c,p,cs-in-training at new facilities1 and trainees71 ,,cpc staffing targets1 and staffing needs for air traffic controllers between fiscal year #bjbg and fiscal year #bjcb to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the national airspace system4 7,c7 ,an evaluation of-- 7i7 air traffic in the airspace of each air traffic control facility operated by the ,,faa2 7ii7 air traffic controller position utilization2 7iii7 attrition rates at each air traffic control facility operated by the ,,faa2 and 7iv7 the time needed to meet facility operational1 statutory1 and contractual requirements1 including resources to develop1 evaluate1 and implement processes and initiatives affecting the national airspace system4 7,d7 ,for each air traffic control facility operated by the ,,faa1 a description of-- 7i7 the current ,,cpc staffing levels2 7ii7 the operational staffing targets for ,c,p,cs2 7iii7 the anticipated ,,cpc attrition for each of the next #c years2 and 7iv7 the number of ,,cpc trainees4 7,e7 ,an examination of the ,,faa's current and estimated budgets and funding needed to implement the ,,crwg ,,cpc operational staffing targets and needs in comparison to such funding needed to implement the staffing standards developed by the ,,faa as reflected in the #bjbc ,controller ,workforce ,plan4 7,f7 ,an analysis of the recommendations included in ,transportation ,research ,board ,special ,report #cad1 titled ,the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's ,approach for ,determining ,future ,air ,traffic ,controller ,staffing ,needs that have not yet been addressed or implemented by the ,administrator4 7,g7 ,recommendations for further action by the ,administrator1 as appropriate1 to-- 7i7 address operational staffing requirements to meet facility operational1 statutory1 and contractual requirements2 and 7ii7 provide fulsome air traffic controller staffing to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the national airspace system1 including the integration of new users1 technologies1 and procedures4 7#c7 ,consultation ,in conducting the study required by paragraph 7#a71 the ,national ,academies shall consult with-- 7,a7 ,federal ,government and industry representatives2 7,b7 the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic control specialists of the ,,faa certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code2 and 7,c7 other parties determined appropriate by the ,national ,academies4 7#d7 ,reports 7,a7 ,to the ,administrator ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,national ,academies shall submit to the ,administrator a report on the results of the study required by paragraph 7#a71 together with recommendations determined appropriate by the ,national ,academies4 7,b7 ,to ,congress ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,national ,academies submits the report under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report describing-- 7i7 the results of the study required by paragraph 7#a72 7ii7 the report submitted by the ,national ,academies1 including the recommendations of the ,national ,academies2 and 7iii7 the ,administrator's implementation action required by subsection 7a74 7c7 ,revisions to the controller workforce plan ,section #ddejf7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 by inserting ,collaborative ,resource ,workgroup 7,,crwg7 before staffing standards2 and 7,b7 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 adding after paragraph 7#a7 the following new paragraph3 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 ,collaborative ,resource ,workgroup 7,,crwg7 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 7d7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by subsection 7c7 shall take effect and apply to any reports submitted pursuant to section #ddejf7;e7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 for each ,controller ,workforce ,plan submitted after ,september #cj1 #bjbd4 #ebb4 ,,faa ,workforce review audit 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,inspector ,general of the ,department of ,transportation shall initiate an audit of any ,,faa workforce plans related to aviation safety completed during the past #e fiscal years4 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 timeframe specified in subsection 7a72 7#b7 review ,,faa workforce gaps in safety-critical and senior positions1 including the average vacancy period of such positions during the latest fiscal year2 7#c7 review whether existing ,,faa workforce development programs are producing intended results1 such as increased recruitment and retention of agency personnel2 and 7#d7 evaluate the extent to which the ,,faa leverages its direct hire authority to recruit subject matter experts and other technical personnel to fill key senior and technical positions4 7c7 ,report and recommendations 7#a7 ,inspector ,general report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,inspector ,general shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the audit conducted under subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislative and administrative action as the ,inspector ,general determines appropriate4 7#b7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #ij days after receiving the report under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall provide a briefing to appropriate committees of ,congress on-- 7,a7 the ,administrator's response to the recommendations of the ,inspector ,general contained in such report2 and 7,b7 any plans of the ,administrator for the implementation of such recommendations4 #ebc4 ,direct hire authority utilization 7a7 ,in general ,section #djabb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7k7 ,direct hire authority ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall utilize existing direct hire authority to expedite the hiring process and hire individuals on a non-competitive basis for safety critical and safety technical positions related to aircraft certification and aviation safety more broadly to maintain the gold standard of aviation safety and1 as necessary1 fulfill any gaps identified in workforce reviews at the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 4 7b7 ,congressional briefing ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter through #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the status of-- 7#a7 utilization of the direct hire authority described subsection 7k7 of such section #djabb1 as added subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 the number of employees hired under such authority1 the relevant line of business to which such employees were hired1 and the occupation type of the positions filled4 #ebd4 ,staffing model for aviation safety inspectors 7a7 ,in general ,not later than ,october #a1 #bjbd1 the ,administrator shall review and revise as necessary the staffing model for aviation safety inspectors4 7b7 ,requirements 7#a7 ,consideration of prior studies and reports ,in revising the model1 the ,administrator shall take into consideration the recommendations outlined in the following3 7,a7 ,the #bjjf report released by the ,national ,research ,council entitled ,staffing ,standards for ,aviation ,safety ,inspectors4 7,b7 ,the #bjjg study released by the ,national ,academy of ,sciences entitled ,staffing ,standards for ,aviation ,safety ,inspectors4 7,c7 ,the #bjac report released by ,grant ,thornton ,,llp1 entitled ,,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 entitled ,,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 ,service and ,office staffing level ,the model will project staffing at the service and office level and require managers to use the model as part of the resource assessment for aviation safety inspector resources4 7#c7 ,attrition ,the aviation safety inspector staffing model will take into consideration forecasted attrition4 7#d7 ,consultation ,in revising the model1 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 #ebe4 ,safety critical staffing 7a7 ,implementation of staffing standards for safety inspectors ,upon completion of the revised staffing model for aviation safety inspectors under section #ebd1 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 such model determines are required to meet the responsibilities of the ,flight ,standards ,service and ,aircraft ,certification ,service1 including increasing the number of safety critical positions in the ,flight ,standards ,service and ,aircraft ,certification ,service per fiscal year as appropriate1 provided that such staffing increases shall be measured relative to the number of persons serving in safety critical positions as of ,september #cj1 #bjbc4 ,any increase in safety critical staffing pursuant to this subsection shall be subject to the availability of appropriations4 7b7 ,safety critical positions defined ,in this section1 the term safety critical positions means-- 7#a7 aviation safety inspectors1 aviation safety specialists 7#ahja 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 series71 safety technical specialists1 and operational support positions in the ,aircraft ,certification ,service4 #ebf4 ,instrument landing system installation 7a7 ,in general ,section #ddejb7;a77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7,c7 ,installation ,the ,administrator shall expedite the installation of at a minimum #ae instrument landing systems 7referred to in this subparagraph as ,,ils7 in the national airspace system by ,january #a1 #bjbe1 by utilizing the existing ,,ils contract vehicle and the ,federal ,aviation ,administration workforce4 4 7b7 ,expedited installation of ,,ils equipment 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall initiate action to utilize the existing instrument landing systems 7referred to in this subsection as ,,ils7 contract vehicle and ,,faa employees in facilitating the expedited installation of ,,ils equipment into the national airspace system4 ,in carrying out this subsection1 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 incorporate lessons learned from the installations under section #ddejb7;a77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 7,b7 record metrics of cost and time savings of expedited installations2 and 7,c7 consider opportunities to further develop ,,ils technical expertise among the ,,faa workforce4 7#b7 ,considerations ,during the implementation planning to carry out this subsection and subparagraph 7,c7 of section #ddejb7;a77#d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as added by subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider the cost-benefit analysis of utilizing the existing ,,ils contract vehicle1 the ,,faa workforce1 or both1 to accelerate the installation and deployment of procured equipment4 7#c7 ,report to congress ,not later than ,june #cj1 #bjbe1 the ,administrator shall report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the ,,ils installation results1 near-term ,,ils installations planned1 and shall outline the ,,faa's approach 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 #ebg4 ,aviation ,certification ,fellowship ,program 7a7 ,program 7#a7 ,establishment 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish within the ,,faa a program to be known as the ,aviation ,certification ,professional ,fellowship ,program 7in this section referred to as the ,program7 to facilitate the assignment of individuals from a private-sector organization to the ,,faa to serve on a temporary basis in positions relating to aircraft certification4 7,b7 ,appointments ,in appointing individuals under the ,program1 the ,administrator shall enter into agreements with private-sector organizations employing such individuals and selected individuals to participate in the ,program pursuant to terms and conditions of service determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7,c7 ,actions subject to availability of funds ,any action taken by the ,administrator under this section shall be subject to the availability of appropriations authorized under subsection 7e74 7#b7 ,responsibilities 7,a7 ,guidelines ,the ,administrator shall establish guidelines related to the activities and responsibilities of the fellowships under subsection 7b74 7,b7 ,qualifications ,the ,administrator shall prescribe the qualifications required for designation of certification professional fellowships under subsection 7b74 7,c7 ,authority ,in order to carry out the provisions of this section1 the ,administrator may-- 7i7 appoint1 assign the duties of1 and transfer such personnel as may be necessary2 7ii7 make appointments with respect to temporary and intermittent services2 7iii7 enter into contracts1 cooperative agreements1 and other transactions without regard to section #faja of title #da1 ,united ,states ,code2 7iv7 accept funds from other ,federal departments and agencies to pay for1 and add to1 activities authorized by this section2 and 7v7 promulgate such rules and regulations as may be necessary and appropriate4 7b7 ,special rules for fellowships ,under the ,program1 the ,administrator shall do the following3 7#a7 ,appoint highly qualified1 experienced professionals to advisory positions related to certification that require specialized1 unique1 or extensive skills in occupations within the ,,faa1 and allow such professionals to occupy specialty or hard-to-fill positions that require specialized knowledge of aircraft design1 manufacturing1 safety1 and certification processes4 7#b7 ,allow appointed individuals to be utilized across the aircraft certification spectrum as appropriate4 7#c7 ,open the fellowships to citizens and nationals of the ,united ,states4 7#d7 ,limit the term of appointment to up to #a year with an option to extend for up to an additional year 7with no appointment exceeded a total of #b years74 7#e7 ,reserve the right to terminate individuals participating in the fellowship for any violation of the terms and conditions of service established by the ,administrator4 7#f7 ,make clear that any responsibilities of individuals participating in the fellowship program constitute acting in an advisory role for aircraft certification and are subject to conflict-of-interest conditions and ,,faa supervision and control4 7c7 ,rules for pay and benefits for individuals employed by private-sector organizations ,an individual employed by a private-sector organization who is participating in the ,program at the ,,faa shall continue to receive pay and benefits from such private-sector organizations and shall not receive pay or benefits from the ,,faa for the duration of the individual's participation in the ,program4 7d7 ,conflicts of interest ,the ,administrator shall implement policies to identify1 mitigate1 and manage any perceived or actual conflict of interest as a condition of an individual's participation in the ,program4 ,such policies shall include the following3 7#a7 ,a prohibition on an individual participating in the ,program from being assigned to a position that has decision-making authority or influence over an application or project submitted to the ,,faa by the private-sector organization employing such individual4 7#b7 ,a requirement that an individual participating in the ,program who has access to proprietary or non-public information at the ,,faa must sign a non-disclosure agreement prohibiting the sharing of such information that is of commercial value with the private-sector organization employing such individual or with other individuals 7whether or not employed by such private-sector organization7 or organizations1 during the period of the individual's participation in the ,program and after the individual's participation in the ,program has concluded4 7#c7 ,a prohibition on an individual participating in the ,program from improperly using pre-decisional or draft ,,faa information that such individual may be privy to or aware of during1 or as a result of1 the individual's participation in the ,program for the benefit of the private-sector organization employing such individual1 7#d7 ,appropriate post-service limitations for individuals participating in the ,program4 7#e7 ,other elements determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7e7 ,authorization of appropriations ,there is authorized to be appropriated such sums as may be necessary to carry out this section4 ,amounts appropriated under the preceding sentence shall remain available until expended4 7f7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed as a delegation of authority by the ,administrator to individuals participating in the ,program4 7g7 ,program review and report 7#a7 ,review ,the ,comptroller ,general of the ,united ,states 7in this subsection referred to as the ,comptroller ,general7 shall conduct a comprehensive review of the ,program1 including the impact of the ,program on the ,,faa's aircraft certification processes and the presence of any conflicts of interest under the ,program4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the review conducted under paragraph 7#a71 together with recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 7h7 ,sunset ,the ,program shall terminate on the date that is #e years after the date of enactment of this section4 7i7 ,certified professional defined ,in this section1 the term certification professional means an individual with expertise and background in a line or field that is concerned with1 or likely to improve1 the safety certification of aircraft and other airborne objects and systems1 including the following3 7#a7 ,aerospace engineering4 7#b7 ,aerospace physiology4 7#c7 ,aeronautical engineering4 7#d7 ,airworthiness engineering4 7#e7 ,electrical engineering4 7#f7 ,human factors engineering4 7#g7 ,software engineering4 7#h7 ,systems engineering4 #ebh4 ,contract ,tower ,program air traffic controller training programs ,section #dgabd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsection 7e7 as subsection 7f72 7#b7 by inserting after subsection 7d71 the following new subsection3 7e7 ,air traffic controller training programs 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,secretary shall coordinate with air traffic control contractors to create air traffic controller training programs and shall incorporate the use of such programs into new contracts or the exercise of future options entered into under the ,contract ,tower ,program and the ,cost-share ,program4 ,such programs shall allow air traffic control contractors to-- 7,a7 provide initial training to candidates who do not have a ,control ,tower ,operator certificate or ,federal ,aviation ,administration tower credential2 and 7,b7 provide training to controllers who have completed an approved ,air ,traffic ,collegiate ,training ,initiative 7,,at-,,cti7 program from an accredited school that has a demonstrated successful curriculum4 7#b7 ,authority ,an air traffic control contractor shall be permitted to train controllers under programs established under paragraph 7#a7 notwithstanding section #fe4ci7;a7 of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7as in effect on the date of enactment of this subsection74 7#c7 ,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 conducting initial testing of1 and issuing initial certifications to1 air traffic controllers4 7#d7 ,program review 7,a7 ,in general ,not later than #c years after the incorporation of training programs operated by air traffic control contractors under the ,contract ,tower ,program and the ,cost-share ,program1 the ,secretary shall conduct a review of such training programs and issue relevant findings4 ,in conducting the review1 the ,secretary shall identify the degree to which such programs improve workforce development at air traffic control tower facilities staffed through the ,contract ,tower ,program or the ,cost-share ,program1 air traffic control towers staffed by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 and any related impact such training may have on air traffic controller staffing more broadly4 7,b7 ,report ,not later than #a year after the date on which the ,secretary initiates the review required by subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall submit a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the review1 along with such recommendations as the ,secretary determines appropriate4 7#e7 ,definitions ,in this subsection1 the term demonstrated successful curriculum means an ,,at-,,cti program curriculum with a demonstrated record of graduated students that have enrolled at the ,,faa ,academy and subsequently completed ,certified ,tower ,operator certificates at an #hj percent success rate for a consecutive period of #e years4 7#f7 ,sunset ,the provisions of this subsection shall terminate on ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 2 and 7#c7 in subsection 7f7 7as redesignated by paragraph 7#a771 by adding at the end the following3 7#c7 ,appropriate committees of congress ,the term appropriate committees of ,congress means-- 7,a7 the ,committee on ,commerce1 ,science1 and ,transportation of the ,senate2 and 7,b7 the ,committee on ,transportation and ,infrastructure of the ,house of ,representatives4 4 #ebi4 ,review of ,,faa and industry cooperative familiarization programs 7a7 ,review ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall complete a review of options for employees of the ,,faa whose responsibilities directly relate to certification1 to gain or enhance technical expertise1 knowledge1 skills1 and abilities1 including subject matter relating to innovative and complex aviation technologies1 through cooperative training and visitation with aerospace companies4 7b7 ,conflicts of interest ,in conducting the review in subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that such options for ,,faa employees would occur on a short-term basis and avoid both conflicts of interest and the appearance of such conflicts pursuant to chapter #aca of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code1 chapter #aa of title #ah1 ,united ,states ,code1 subchapter ,b of chapter ,,xvi of title #e1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 sections #bfce4aja and #bfce4ejb of title #e1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and any other regulations as deemed appropriate by the ,administrator4 ,the ,administrator shall also identify any conflicts with ,,faa policies relating to ,,faa employee interactions with industry and determine appropriate obligations of such employees upon returning to the ,,faa after engaging in relevant cooperative training and visitation4 7c7 ,considerations ,as part of the review required by subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider the following1 provided that such actions satisfy conflicts of interest requirements referred to in subsection 7b73 7#a7 ,expanding existing familiarization programs4 7#b7 ,leveraging cooperative training programs to support credentialing and recurrent training activities for ,,faa employees4 7#c7 ,evaluating the options described in subsection 7a7 based on the level of experience of participating ,,faa employees and intended benefits related to such participation4 7d7 ,report ,not later than #ij days after completing the review required by subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results of the review and relevant recommendations4 #ecj4 ,improved access to air traffic control simulation training 7a7 ,access ,the ,administrator shall make 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 assignment1 by carrying out the following3 7#a7 ,cloud-based visual database and software system ,not later than #cj months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall develop and implement a cloud-based visual database and software system that is compatible with existing and future ,,tss that includes1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 every ,,atct's unique runway layout1 approach paths1 and lines of sight2 and 7,b7 specifications that meet all applicable data security requirements4 7#b7 ,upgrading ,,tss ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall upgrade existing1 permanent ,,tss so that the ,,tss is capable of1 at a minimum-- 7,a7 securely and quickly downloading data from the cloud-based visual database and software system implemented under paragraph 7#a72 7,b7 running scenarios for each ,,atct involving differing levels of air traffic volume2 and 7,c7 running scenarios for each ,,atct involving varying complexities of air traffic 7including1 but not limited to1 aircraft emergencies1 rapidly changing weather1 issuance of safety alerts1 and recovering from unforeseen events or losses of separation74 7#c7 ,mobile ,,tss ,not later than #d years after the date of enactment of this section1 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 functions described in subparagraphs 7,a71 7,b71 and 7,c7 of paragraph 7#b74 7b7 ,collaboration ,in carrying out the activities under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator may collaborate with the exclusive bargaining representative of air traffic controllers certified under section #gaaa of title #e1 ,united ,states ,code4 #eca4 ,air ,traffic ,controller ,instructor ,pipeline 7a7 ,in general ,no later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall initiate a study examining the pipeline of air traffic controller instructors and the projected number of instructors needed to maintain the safety of the national airspace system over the #e-;fiscal year period beginning with fiscal year #bjbd4 7b7 ,contents ,the study required by subsection 7a7 shall include 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 in ,training 7,,cpc-,its74 7#b7 ,whether involving further retired ,certified ,professional ,controllers 7,c,p,cs7 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 certified professional controllers4 7#d7 ,the effect on the ability of active ,certified ,professional ,controllers 7,c,p,cs7 to carry out on-the-job duties1 other than instruction1 and any related efficiencies if more retired ,certified ,professional ,controllers 7,c,p,cs7 were instructors4 7#e7 ,the known vulnerabilities1 as categorized by ,,faa ,air ,traffic ,organization regions1 where requiring ,certified ,professional ,controllers 7,c,p,cs7 to provide instruction and training to ,certified ,professional ,controllers in ,training 7,,cpc-,its7 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 by subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the results on the study and any actions that may be taken based on such results4 #ecb4 ,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 section1 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 requirements3 7#a7 ,the ,administrator shall 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 pipeline4 7#b7 ,the ,administrator shall 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 ,the ,administrator shall assess whether any other revisions to the ,,at-,,sa are necessary to enhance the air traffic control specialist workforce pipeline4 7b7 ,,dot ,inspector ,general report ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the ,administrator completes 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 reviewed ,,at-,,sa and any applicable revisions1 a description of any associated actions taken by the ,administrator1 and any recommended actions to be taken to address the results of the report4 #ecc4 ,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 section1 the ,administrator shall initiate the development of a plan to-- 7,a7 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 system2 and 7,b7 establish a second ,,faa ,academy in an area described in paragraph 7#b74 7#b7 ,area described ,an area described in this paragraph is a metropolitan statistical area in which each of the following is located3 7,a7 ,at least #b large hub airports4 7,b7 ,an ,,faa ,flight ,standards ,district ,office 7,c7 ,an ,,faa ,certificate ,management ,office4 7,d7 ,an ,,faa regional headquarters4 7#c7 ,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 ,academies2 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 instruction1 and whether field training can be administered more flexibly1 such as at other ,,faa locations across the country2 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 virtual education platforms1 including the number of on-the-job instructors needed to educate and train additional developmental air traffic controllers2 7,f7 the use of existing ,,faa-owned facilities and classroom space and identifying potential opportunities for new construction2 7,g7 the costs of-- 7i7 expanding ,,faa capacity 7as described in paragraph 7#a77;,a772 and 7ii7 establishing a second ,,faa ,academy 7as described in paragraph 7#a77;,b772 7,h7 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,i7 other logistical and financial considerations as determined by appropriate the ,administrator4 7b7 ,report ,not later than one year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 ,,vi ,,modernizing ,,airport ,,systems #fja4 ,,aip eligibility amendments ,section #dgajb7c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,b7-- 7,a7 in clause 7ix71 by striking and after the semicolon2 7,b7 in clause 7x71 by striking the period and inserting 2 and2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7xi7 a medium intensity approach lighting system with runway alignment indicator lights4 2 7#b7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,q7 and 7,r7 as subparagraphs 7,s7 and 7,t71 respectively2 7#c7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,m7 through 7,p7 as subparagraphs 7,n7 through 7,q71 respectively2 7#d7 by inserting after subparagraph 7,l7 the following3 7,m7 constructing or acquiring airport-owned infrastructure or equipment1 notwithstanding revenue producing capability1 as defined in subsection 7#bd71 required for the on-airport distribution or storage of unleaded aviation gas for use by piston-driven aircraft1 including on-airport construction or expansion of pipelines1 storage tanks1 low-emission fuel systems1 and airport-owned and operated fuel trucks providing exclusively unleaded aviation fuels1 unless the ,secretary determines that an alternative fuel may be safely used for a limited time4 2 7#e7 by inserting after subparagraph 7,q7 7as redesignated by paragraph 7#c771 the following3 7,r7 acquiring or installing new renewable energy generation infrastructure 7such as solar1 geothermal1 or wind7 that provide power for on-airport uses and energy storage systems1 and necessary substation upgrades to support such infrastructure4 2 and 7#f7 by inserting after subparagraph 7,t7 7as redesignated by paragraph 7#b771 the following3 7,u7 initial acquisition 7and excluding subsequent upgrades7 of an advanced digital construction management system 7meaning a computer platform that uses digital technology throughout the life cycle of a capital infrastructure project1 including through project phases such as design and construction1 when that system is acquired to carry out a project approved by the ,secretary under this subchapter4 7,v7 reconstructing or rehabilitating an existing crosswind runway provided the sponsor includes reconstruction or rehabilitation of the runway in the sponsor's most recent approved airport layout plan4 4 #fjb4 ,revised minimum apportionments ,section #dgaad7;c77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7,k7 ,minimum apportionment for commercial service airports with more than #d1jjj passenger boardings in a calendar year ,not less than #djj1jjj may be apportioned under subparagraph 7,a7 for each fiscal year to each sponsor of a commercial service airport that had fewer than #h1jjj passenger boardings1 but at least #d1jjj passenger boardings1 during the prior calendar year4 4 #fjc4 ,apportionments for transitioning airports ,section #dgaad7;f77#c7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subparagraph 7,a71 by striking ,beginning with the fiscal year and inserting ,for #c fiscal years2 and 7#b7 in subparagraph 7,b71 by striking fiscal year #bjjd and inserting fiscal years beginning with fiscal year #bjbd4 #fjd4 ,updating ,united ,states ,government's share of project costs 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgaji of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,increased government share ,in any ,state containing unappropriated and unreserved public lands and nontaxable ,indian lands 7individual and tribal7 of more than #e percent of the total area of all lands in the ,state1 the ,government's share of allowable project costs provided in subsection 7a7 shall be-- 7#a7 unchanged for a project at a large hub airport in the ,state2 or 7#b7 #ie percent for a project at any other airport in the ,state4 2 7#b7 by striking subsection 7c7 and redesignating subsections 7d7 through 7f7 as 7c7 through 7e71 respectively2 7#c7 in subsection 7e71 as so redesignated1 by striking paragraph 7#a7 and inserting the following3 7#a7 is not a medium or large hub airport2 and 2 and 7#d7 by inserting after subsection 7e71 as so redesignated1 the following3 7f7 ,special rule for fiscal years #bjbd through #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 #bjbd through #bjbf is #ie percent4 4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by subsection 7a7 shall take effect on ,october #a1 #bjbc4 #fje4 ,primary airport designation ,section #dgaad7;c77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #fjb1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7,l7 ,public airports with military use ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 a public airport shall be considered a nonhub primary airport in fiscal year #bjbd 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 4 #fjf4 ,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#d71 by striking or after the semicolon2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#e71 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 or2 and 7#c7 by inserting after paragraph 7#e71 the following3 7#f7 not more than #bj1jj1jjj of the amount that may be distributed for the fiscal year from the discretionary fund established under section #dgaae of this title1 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 sponsor's documented commitment 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 in the next published report under section #dgajc4 4 7b7 ,limitation ,section #dgaai7;f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking #bj1jjj1jjj and inserting #cj1jjj1jjj4 #fjg4 ,alternative-delivery and advance-construction methods pilot program ,section #dgadb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7d7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator shall establish a pilot program under which not less than #e airport sponsors shall be authorized through the application process under subsection 7a7 to award a design-build contract for a project that uses alternative-delivery and advance-construction methods1 for purposes of evaluating the extent to which such methods expedite project delivery and reduce construction costs4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #ij days after the date on which the pilot program ends1 the ,administrator shall submit to ,congress a report on the results of the pilot program1 together with recommendations for such legislative or administrative action as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 4 #fjh4 ,integrated project delivery 7a7 ,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 contracts to carry out up to #e building construction projects at airports in the ,united ,states with a grant awarded under section #dgajd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7b7 ,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 chapter #dga of such title #di4 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-- 7,a7 the ,secretary approves the application using criteria established by the ,secretary2 7,b7 the integrated project delivery contract is in a form that is approved by the ,secretary2 7,c7 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 7,d7 the ,secretary is satisfied that the use of an integrated project delivery contract will be cost effective and expedite the project2 7,e7 the ,secretary is satisfied that there will be no conflict of interest2 and 7,f7 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 7c7 ,reimbursement of costs ,reimbursement of costs shall be based on transparent cost accounting1 also known as open book cost accounting4 ,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-- 7#a7 the project funding is approved by the ,secretary in advance2 7#b7 the project is carried out in accordance with all administrative and statutory requirements under chapter #dga of such title #di2 and 7#c7 the project is carried out under such chapter after a grant agreement has been executed4 7d7 ,integrated project delivery contract defined ,in this section1 the term integrated project delivery contract means a single contract for the delivery of a whole project that-- 7#a7 includes1 at a minimum1 the owner1 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 7e7 ,expiration of authority ,the authority of the ,secretary to award grants under the pilot program under this section shall expire on ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 #fji4 ,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 ,prior to approving an application submitted under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary may require a benefit-cost analysis4 ,to facilitate the approval process1 if a benefit-cost analysis is required1 the ,secretary shall issue a preliminary and conditional finding1 which shall-- 7,a7 be issued within #fj days of the sponsor's submission of all information required by the ,secretary2 7,b7 be based upon a collaborative review process that includes the sponsor or sponsor's representative2 7,c7 not constitute the issuance of a ,federal grant or obligation to issue a grant under this chapter or other authority2 and 7,d7 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 #faj4 ,airport accessibility 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after section #dgadd 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 recipient airport's disability advisory committee 7if applicable71 the protection and advocacy system for individuals with disabilities in the applicable ,state1 a center for independent living1 or a similar nonprofit organization focused on ensuring individuals with disabilities are able to live and participate in their communities2 or 7ii7 coordination by the recipient's disability advisory committee with a protection and advocacy system1 center for independent living1 or similar nonprofit 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-- 7#a7 may use a grant under this section to upgrade a commercial service airport that is accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities consistent with the current 7as of the date of the upgrade7 standards and regulations described in subsection 7a72 and 7#b7 may use the grant to upgrade a commercial service airport that is not accessible and usable as described in paragraph 7#a71 even if the related service1 program1 or activity1 when viewed in its entirely1 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 customer 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 committee1 as defined in subsection 7h72 7#d7 make improvements in personnel1 infrastructure1 and technology that can assist passenger self-identification regarding disability and needing assistance2 and 7#e7 address equity of service to all passengers regardless of income1 age1 race1 or ability1 taking into account historical and current service gaps for low-income passengers1 older individuals1 passengers from communities of color1 and passengers with disabilities4 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 sponsor's disability advisory committee7 and a protection and advocacy system for individuals with disabilities in the applicable ,state1 a center for independent living1 or a similar nonprofit organization focused on ensuring individuals with disabilities are able to live and participate in their communities2 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 the 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 features and improving accessibility for individuals with disabilities at airports4 7#c7 ,protection and advocacy system ,the term protection and advocacy system means such 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 #bjbd through #bjbh1 #bj1jjj1jjj of the amounts that would otherwise be used to make grants from the discretionary fund under section #dgaae for each such fiscal year shall be used by the ,secretary to carry out this section for each such fiscal year4 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 #faa4 ,general aviation public-private partnership program 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #faj7;a71 is amended by inserting after section #dgade1 the following #dgadf4 ,general aviation public-private partnership program 7a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish a program that meets the requirements under this section for improving facilities at-- 7#a7 general aviation airports2 and 7#b7 privately owned airports used or intended to be used for public purposes that do not have scheduled air service4 7b7 ,application required ,the operator or sponsor of an airport1 or the community in which an airport is located1 seeking1 on behalf of the airport1 to participate in the program established under subsection 7a71 shall submit an application to the ,secretary in such form1 at such time1 and containing such information as the ,secretary may require1 including-- 7#a7 an assessment of the needs of the airport for additional or improved hangars1 airport businesses1 or other facilities2 7#b7 the ability of the airport to leverage private sector investments on the airport or develop public-private partnerships to build or improve facilities at the airport2 and 7#c7 if the application is submitted by a community1 evidence that the airport supports the application4 7c7 ,limitation 7#a7 ,state limit ,not more than #d airports in the same ,state may be selected in any fiscal year to participate in the program established under subsection 7a74 7#b7 ,dollar amount limit ,not more than #ejj1jjj shall be made available for any airport in any fiscal year under the program established under subsection 7a74 7#c7 ,cost share requirement ,the ,federal cost share for this program shall be no more than #ej percent4 7d7 ,priorities ,in selecting airports for participation in the program established under subsection 7a71 the ,secretary shall give priority to airports at which-- 7#a7 the operator or sponsor of the airport1 or the community in which the airport is located-- 7,a7 will provide a portion of the cost of the project for which assistance is sought under the program from local sources2 7,b7 will employ best business practices in developing or implementing a public-private partnership2 or 7,c7 has established1 or will establish1 a public-private partnership to build or improve facilities at the airport2 or 7#b7 the assistance will be used in a timely fashion4 7e7 ,types of assistance ,the ,secretary may use amounts made available under this section-- 7#a7 to provide assistance to market an airport to private entities or individuals in order to leverage private sector investments or develop public-private partnerships for the purposes of building or improving hangars1 businesses1 or other facilities at the airport2 7#b7 to fund studies that consider what measures an airport should take to attract private sector investment at the airport2 or 7#c7 to participate in a partnership described in paragraph 7#a7 or an investment described in paragraph 7#b74 7f7 ,authority to make agreements ,the ,secretary may enter into agreements with airports and entities entering into partnerships with airports under this section to provide assistance under this section4 7g7 ,funding ,notwithstanding any other provision of this chapter1 for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh1 #e1jjj1jjj of the amounts that would otherwise be used to make grants from the discretionary fund under section #dgaae for each such fiscal year shall be used by the ,secretary to carry out this section for each such fiscal year4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dga of such title1 as amended by section #faj7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dgade the following3 #dgadf4 ,general aviation public-private partnership program4 4 #fab4 ,runway rehabilitation ,the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 not restrict funding to resurface the full length of an existing runway within the ,state of ,alaska based solely on reduced current or forecast aeronautical activity levels or critical design type standards2 7#b7 within #fj days review requests for runway rehabilitation or reconstruction projects at airports on a case-by-case basis2 and 7#c7 not reject requests for projects with critical community needs1 such as projects in rural communities and villages off the road system1 or economic development projects to expand a runway to meet new demands4 #fac4 ,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 through #bjbc and inserting through #bjbh4 #fad4 ,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 ,,faa 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 that 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 #fae4 ,solar powered taxiway edge lighting systems ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall issue an engineering brief describing the acceptable use of durable long-term solar powered taxiway edge lighting systems at basic nonprimary airports 7as defined in appendix ,c of the #bjbc-bjbg ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems published by the ,,faa on ,september #cj1 #bjbb74 #faf4 ,additional ground based transmitters ,notwithstanding any other provision of law1 the ,administrator is authorized to and shall waive any positive benefit-cost ratio requirement for providing additional ground based transmitters for ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcasts 7,,ads-,b7 to provide a minimum operational network in ,alaska along major flight routes4 #fag4 ,automated weather observing systems maintenance improvements ,section #ecc of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #ddgbj note7 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsections 7d7 and 7e7 as subsections 7f7 and 7g71 respectively2 and 7#b7 by inserting after subsection 7c71 the following3 7d7 ,maintenance improvements 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,administrator shall identify and implement reasonable alternative mitigations to improve maintenance of ,,faa-owned weather observing systems which experience frequent service outages1 including associated surface communication outages4 7#b7 ,spare parts availability ,the mitigations identified by the ,administrator shall improve spare parts availability1 including consideration of storage of more spare parts in the region of the equipment4 7#c7 ,application ,this subsection shall apply only to airports located in non-contiguous ,states4 7e7 ,notice of outages 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this subsection1 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 ,outages4 7#b7 ,application ,this subsection shall apply only to airports located in non-contiguous ,states4 4 #fah4 ,contract ,tower ,program ,section #dgabd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #ebh1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7b77#c71 by adding at the end the following3 7,h7 ,period for completion of an ,operational ,readiness ,inspection ,the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall provide airport sponsors that show good faith efforts to join the ,contract ,tower ,program #g years to complete an ,operational ,readiness ,inspection after receiving a benefit-to-cost ratio4 2 7#b7 by redesignating subsection 7f7 as subsection 7h72 7#c7 by inserting after subsection 7e71 the following3 7f7 ,improving situational awareness 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall allow air traffic controllers at ,federal ,contract ,towers to use technology to improve situational awareness including1 but not limited to1 using ,standard ,terminal ,automation ,replacement ,system 7,,stars7 radar displays1 ,automatic ,dependent ,surveillance-,broadcast 7,,ads-,b71 ,flight ,data ,input_/,output 7,f,d,i,os71 and ,automatic ,terminal ,information ,system 7,,atis74 7#b7 ,requirements ,to help facilitate the integration of the equipment described in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 establish a set of standards that ensures safety for use of the equipment described in paragraph 7#a7 for the purpose of increased situational awareness2 7,b7 identify multiple approved vendors for such equipment if practicable2 and 7,c7 partner with contract tower providers to define an appropriate initial training program to ensure that any tower radar displays1 ,,ads-,b displays1 or other equipment are correctly integrated into ,federal ,contract ,tower operations4 7g7 ,liability insurance 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall consult with industry experts1 including air traffic control contractors and aviation insurance professionals1 to determine adequate limits of liability for the ,contract ,tower ,program1 including during the period described in paragraph 7#b7 with respect to the determination of adequate excess liability insurance under paragraph 7#b77;,b74 7#b7 ,interim steps ,during the period that begins on the date of enactment of this subsection and ends on the date the ,secretary submits the report required by paragraph 7#c71 the ,secretary shall require air traffic control contractors to have adequate excess liability insurance 7as determined by the ,secretary in consultation with industry experts under paragraph 7#a77 to ensure resilience should a major accident occur4 7#c7 ,report ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the ,secretary shall submit a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the findings1 conclusions1 and actions taken and planned to be taken to carry out this subsection4 7#d7 ,appropriate committees of congress ,for purpose of this subsection1 the term appropriate committees of ,congress 7as defined in subsection 7f77#c77 includes the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,senate and the ,committee on ,appropriations of the ,house of ,representatives4 4 #fai4 ,remote towers 7a7 ,in general ,section #dgabd of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by sections #ebh and #fah1 is amended-- 7#a7 by redesignating subsection 7h7 as subsection 7i72 and 7#b7 by inserting after subsection 7g7 7as added by section #gbe71 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 structured program and publish milestones to achieve system design approval for a remote tower system4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out subparagraph 7,a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 rely on support from the ,airports ,office 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 and 7,b7 not later than ,september #cj1 #bjbd1 expand validation and certification of system design approval for a digital or remote tower system to three locations outside of the ,william ,j4 ,hughes ,technical ,center1 as specified in section #afa of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dgajd note74 4 7b7 ,conforming amendments ,section #dgabd7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#c77;,b77ii71 by inserting or a remote airport traffic control tower that has received ,system ,design ,approval 7,,sda7 from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration after an operating air traffic control tower2 and 7#b7 in each of clauses 7i77,,iii7 and 7ii77,,iii7 of paragraph 7#d77;,a71 by inserting or remote air traffic control tower equipment that has received ,system ,design ,approval 7,,sda7 from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration after certified by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 #fbj4 ,grant assurances ,section #dgajg7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#g71 by striking the semicolon and inserting 1 such that there are no unsafe practices or conditions as determined by the ,secretary22 7#b7 in paragraph 7#bj71 by striking and after the semicolon2 7#c7 in paragraph 7#ba71 by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon2 and 7#d7 by inserting after paragraph 7#ba71 the following3 7#bb7 the airport owner or operator will require a fixed based operator1 which operates at the airport and also operates facilities at #c or more additional public-use airports where fuel1 parking1 and other related services are offered to general aviation aircraft1 will publicly disclose on a continuous basis all its prices and fees for the use of its services1 products1 and facilities at the airport and that the disclosure will-- 7,a7 be made in an open and conspicuous manner2 7,b7 be made available at the point of purchase1 in print1 and on the internet2 and 7,c7 include all retail1 discounted1 or other such prices and fees charged and whether such prices and fees are accepted as payment in full for the products1 services1 and facilities furnished to airport users2 7#bc7 the airport owner or operator will not impose unreasonable fees for transient aircraft parking that exceed the airport's cost to operate and maintain the area where such transient aircraft may park2 and 7#bd7 the airport owner or operator will continue to make available to general aviation aircraft all types of fuel1 which were available to such aircraft at that airport at any time during calendar year #bjbb1 until the earlier of-- 7,a7 ,december #ca1 #bjcj2 or 7,b7 the date on which a replacement for #ajj octane ,low ,lead aviation gas for use by piston-driven aircraft is widely available for use1 as determined by the ,secretary4 4 #fba4 ,civil penalties for grant assurances violations ,section #dfcja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a77;,a71 by inserting section #dgajg7;a77#g7 7including any assurance made under such section71 section #dgajg7;a77#bd7 7including any assurance made under such section71 after chapter #dea12 and 7#b7 by inserting after paragraph 7#g71 the following3 7#h7 ,failure to operate and maintain airports and facilities suitably 7,a7 ,notwithstanding paragraph 7#a71 the maximum civil penalty for a violation of section #dgajg7;a77#g7 7including any assurance made under such section7 committed by a person1 including if the person is an individual or small business concern1 shall be #be1jjj4 7,b7 ,in determining the amount of a civil penalty under paragraph 7#a7 related to a violation of section #dgajg7;a77#g7 7including any assurance made under such section71 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall take into account any mitigating circumstances at the airport and facilities on or connected with the airport4 7#i7 ,failure to continue offering aviation fuel ,notwithstanding paragraph 7#a71 the maximum civil penalty for a violation of section #dgajg7;a77#bd7 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 #fbb4 ,community use of airport land ,section #dgajg7v7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a7-- 7,a7 by striking subsection 7a77#ac7 and inserting subsections 7a77#ac71 7b71 and 7c72 7,b7 by striking the sponsor has entered and inserting 8the sponsor has-- 7,a7 entered 2 7,c7 by striking market value4 and inserting market value2 or2 and 7,d7 by adding at the end the following3 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 2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#b7-- 7,a7 by redesignating subparagraphs 7,a7 through 7,h7 as clauses 7i7 through 7viii71 respectively1 and moving the left margins of each such clause #b ems to the right2 7,b7 by striking ,this subsection shall apply only-- and inserting the following3 7,a7 ,agreements ,paragraph 7#a77;,a7 shall apply only-- 2 and 7,c7 by adding at the end the following3 7,b7 ,restrictions ,paragraph 7#a77;,b7 shall apply only-- 7i7 to airport property that was purchased using funds from a ,federal grant for acquiring land issued prior to ,december #cj1 #aihg2 7ii7 to airport property that has been continuously used for recreational or public park uses since ,january #a1 #aiie2 7iii7 if the airport sponsor has provided a written statement to the ,administrator that the property to be permanently restricted for recreational and 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 in the future2 7iv7 if the recreational and public park use will not impact the aeronautical use of the airport2 7v7 if the airport sponsor provides a certification that the sponsor is not responsible for operations1 maintenance1 or any other costs associated with the recreational or public park use2 7vi7 if the recreational purpose is consistent with ,federal land use compatibility criteria under section #dgejb2 7vii7 if the airport sponsor has continuously leased the property since ,january #a1 #aiie1 to a local government entity to operate and maintain the property at no cost to the airport sponsor2 and 7viii7 if the airport sponsor will-- 7,i7 continue to lease the property to a local government 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 the criteria of section #dgejb4 2 and 7,d7 by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 ,aeronautical use2 aeronautical purpose defined 7,a7 ,in general ,in this subsection1 the terms aeronautical use and aeronautical purpose mean all activities that involve or are directly related to the operation of aircraft1 including activities that make the operation of aircraft possible and safe4 7,b7 ,inclusion of services located on an airport ,such terms include services located on an airport that are directly and substantially related to the movement of passengers1 baggage1 mail1 and cargo4 7,c7 ,exclusions ,such terms shall 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 on an airport1 such as flight kitchens and airline reservation centers4 4 #fbc4 ,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 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 ,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 7c7 ,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 #fbd4 ,clarifying airport revenue use of local general sales taxes 7a7 ,written assurances on revenue use ,section #dgajg7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 ,this subsection does not apply to local general sales taxes as provided in section #dgacc7;b77#d74 4 7b7 ,restriction on use of revenues ,section #dgacc7;b7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 ,local general sales taxes ,subsection 7a7 shall not apply to revenues from generally applicable sales taxes imposed by a local government provided-- 7,a7 the local government had a generally applicable sales tax that did not exclude aviation fuel in effect prior to ,december #i1 #bjad2 7,b7 the local government is not a sponsor of a public airport2 and 7,c7 a large hub airport1 which had more than #ce1jjj1jjj enplanements in calendar year #bjba1 is located within the jurisdiction of the local government4 4 #fbe4 ,,aip handbook review 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,associate ,administrator for ,airports of the ,,faa1 in consultation with the ,governor of ,alaska1 shall identify reasonable exceptions to the ,,aip ,handbook to be implemented by the ,,faa to meet unique regional circumstances and advance the safety needs of airports in ,alaska1 including with respect to the following3 7#a7 ,snow ,removal ,equipment ,building 7,,sreb7 size and configuration4 7#b7 ,expansion of lease areas4 7#c7 ,shared governmental use of airport equipment 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 locations throughout the ,state4 7b7 ,updates to ,,aip ,handbook 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after the date on which the ,associate ,administrator for ,airports of the ,,faa identifies reasonable exceptions under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall update the ,,aip ,handbook to incorporate such exceptions to meet the unique circumstances and safety needs of airports in ,alaska4 7#b7 ,consultation ,the ,administrator shall consult with the ,regional ,administrator of the ,,faa ,alaskan ,region prior to issuing the update to the ,,aip ,handbook required by this section4 #fbf4 ,,pfas-related resources for airports 7a7 ,,pfas replacement program for airports ,not later than #ij days after the date on which the ,department of ,defense approves a fluorine-free firefighting agent to the ,qualified ,products' ,list for products meeting ,military ,specification ,,mil-,,pre-#cbgbe1 dated ,january #ab1 #bjbc1 the ,secretary shall establish a ,,pfas replacement program1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,environmental ,protection ,agency1 and subject to terms1 conditions1 and assurances acceptable to the ,secretary1 to reimburse eligible airports for the reasonable and appropriate costs associated with any of the following3 7#a7 ,the one-time initial acquisition by an eligible airport of fluorine-free firefighting alternatives for-- 7,a7 the capacity of all required aircraft rescue and firefighting 7,,arff7 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 airport 7#b7 ,the disposal of per- or polyfluoroalkyl products1 including fluorinated aqueous film-forming agents1 to the extent such disposal is necessary to facilitate the transition to an acceptable fluorine-free agent1 including1 but not limited to1 aqueous film-forming agents currently in fire-fighting equipment1 vehicles1 and wastewater generated during the cleaning of fire-fighting equipment and vehicles4 7#c7 ,cleaning or disposal of existing equipment or components thereof1 to the extent such cleaning or disposal is necessary to facilitate the transition to an acceptable fluorine-free agent4 7#d7 ,any equipment or components thereof necessary to facilitate the transition to an acceptable fluorine-free agent4 7#e7 ,replacement of aircraft rescue and firefighting 7,,arff7 equipment as determined by the ,secretary as necessary to be replaced4 7b7 ,distribution of funds 7#a7 ,grants to replace ,,arff vehicles 7,a7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall reserve up to #cj1jjj1jjj of the amounts appropriated to carry out the ,,pfas replacement program 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 foam1 to replace aircraft rescue and firefighting 7,,arff7 vehicles4 7,b7 ,amount ,no grant made to an eligible airport under subparagraph 7,a7 shall exceed #b1jjj1jjj4 7#b7 ,remainder 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 7,,arff7 equipment required in accordance with the most recent ,,faa-approved ,airport ,certification ,manual1 the ,secretary shall determine-- 7i7 the total amount of such concentrate required for all of the ,federally required aircraft rescue and firefighting 7,,arff7 vehicles that meet index requirements under part #aci of each eligible airport1 in gallons2 and 7ii7 the total amount of nationwide firefighting foam concentrate1 in gallons4 7,b7 ,determination of grant amounts ,from the amounts appropriated to carry out the ,,pfas replacement program that remain after the application of paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall make a grant to each eligible airport of the amount equal to the product of-- 7i7 the amount of such remaining funds2 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 fluorine-free foams4 7#b7 ,compliance with applicable law ,all actions related to the acquisition1 disposal1 and transition to fluorine-free foams1 including the cleaning and disposal of equipment1 shall be conducted in full compliance with all applicable ,federal laws in effect at the time of obligation in order to be eligible for reimbursement under the ,,pfas replacement program4 7#c7 ,government share ,the ,government's 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 appropriated 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 #fbg4 ,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 section1 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 ,,ac ,no3 #aej_/ebaj-f;,d 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 required by 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 such fluorine-free firefighting foam2 7,b7 guidance from the ,department of ,defense on that department's transition 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 part #aci airport implementation plans for obtaining approved military specification products and firefighting personnel training4 7#b7 ,a comprehensive list of the amount of rolling stock of firefighting foam at each part #aci airport as of the date of the submission of the progress report 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 it relates to the use of fluorine-free firefighting foam at such airports4 7#d7 ,such other information as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7c7 ,progress report termination date ,for purposes of subsection 7a71 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 ,definition ,in this section1 the term part #aci airport means an airport certified under part #aci of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 #fbh4 ,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,c77i71 by striking subparagraph 7,b7 and inserting subsection 7x72 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7x7 ,scope of the ,secretary's airport layout plan review and approval authority 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 only review and approve or disapprove those 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 ,if only a portion of a project proposed by an airport owner or operator is subject to the ,secretary's review and approval 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 ,secretary's review and approval authority1 as described in this subsection4 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 ,secretary's review and approval authority under subsection 7a77#af77;,b74 4 #fbi4 ,,nepa purpose and need statements 7a7 ,in general ,to the extent that the ,,faa is the lead ,federal agency for preparation of an environmental impact statement or an environmental assessment under provisions of the ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act of #aifi 7#db ,u4,s4,c4 #dcba et seq47 where an action or approval from more than one ,federal agency is required1 the ,,faa shall develop its draft purpose and need statement for the project not later than #de days after-- 7#a7 the submission of the airport sponsor's appropriately completed proposed purpose and need description2 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 ,,faa4 7b7 ,assistance ,the ,administrator 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 one ,federal agency4 #fcj4 ,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#a71 by striking ,the ,secretary and inserting ,except as set forth in the streamlining process described in subsection 7l71 the ,secretary2 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,a71 by inserting 1 or a passenger facility charge imposition is authorized under subsection 7l7 after of this section2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,b71 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 ,the ,secretary shall prescribe regulations to streamline the process for authorizing eligible agencies for airports to impose passenger facility charges4 ,an eligible agency may impose a passenger facility charge 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 #cj 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 provided that the ,federal financial assistance and passenger facility charge collection 7including interest and other returns on the revenue7 does 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 #dge of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 or 7v7 includes multimodal components4 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 section1 the ,administrator shall commence a rulemaking to implement the amendments made by subsection 7a74 7c7 ,interim guidance ,the interim guidance established in ,,faa ,memorandum ,,pfc #gc-bj4 ,streamlined ,procedures for ,passenger ,facility ,charge 7,,pfc7 ,authorizations at ,small-1 ,medium-1 and ,large-,hub ,airports4 7issued ,january #bb1 #bjbj71 as modified by subsection 7a71 shall remain in effect until the effective date of the final rule promulgated under subsection 7b74 #fca4 ,use of passenger facility charges for noise barriers ,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 4 #fcb4 ,automated weather observing systems policy ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish a process to collaborate with the ,director of the ,national ,weather ,service to expedite the ,automated ,surface ,observing ,systems 7,,asos7 and the ,service ,life ,extension ,program 7,,slep7 and ensure adequate spare parts and personnel are available for timely response to outages4 #fcc4 ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act implementation 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall distribute administrative funding to assist ,states participating in the ,state block grant program in accordance with 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 7b7 ,funding source ,administrative funds to ,states under this section shall be distributed from the funds made available in the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act 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 7c7 ,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 subsection 7b7 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-eh2 #ace ,stat4 #adaf7 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 subsection 7b7 shall be used by such ,states to-- 7,a7 administer and oversee1 as outlined in the ,memorandum of ,agreement or current agreements between the ,,faa and the ,state1 all airport grant program funds provided under the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act to non-primary airports participating in the ,state's block grant program1 whether through direct allocation or through competitive selection2 and 7,b7 carry out the public purposes of supporting eligible and justified airport development and infrastructure projects as provided in the ,infrastructure ,investment and ,jobs ,act2 and 7#c7 except as provided in subsection 7d71 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 provides airport grant program funds4 7d7 ,initial distribution ,with respect to administrative funds made available for fiscal years #bjbb and #bjbc1 funds available as of the date of enactment of this section shall be distributed to such ,states through a cooperative agreement executed between the ,state and the ,,faa not later than #cj days after such date of enactment4 #fcd4 ,report on airport notifications ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the ,,faa's progress 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 #fce4 ,coastal airports resiliency study 7a7 ,study ,the ,administrator shall work with the ,administrator of the ,national ,oceanic and ,atmospheric ,administration and the ,united ,states ,army ,corps of ,engineers to identify best practices for1 and study the feasibility of1 improving resiliency of airports in coastal or flood-prone areas4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall submit to ,congress a report describing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 together with such recommendations for legislation or administrative action as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 #fcf4 ,survey of power distribution capacity ,section #dgadj7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting power distribution capacity and location1 after back-up power14 #fcg4 ,study on competition and airport access ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall report to the appropriate committees of ,congress-- 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 including1 but not limited to1 ,new ,york ,john ,f4 ,kennedy ,international ,airport 7,,jfk7 and ,new ,york_/,newark ,liberty ,international ,airport 7,,ewr72 and 7#b7 any additional legal authority the ,secretary and the ,administrator require in order to make additional slots at ,,jfk and runway timings at ,,ewr available to lower cost passenger air carriers4 #fch4 ,regional airport capacity study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 section7 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 section4 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 #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 #ah months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall 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 #fci4 ,study on autonomous and electric-powered track systems 7a7 ,study ,the ,administrator shall conduct a study to develop a standard for autonomous and 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 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report detailing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,administrator determines appropriate4 #fdj4 ,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 defined in section #dgajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 that is identified as unclassified in the ,national ,plan of ,integrated ,airport ,systems1 #bjbc-bjbg 7as published under section #dgajc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 may submit to the ,secretary a request to reclassify the airport according to the criteria used to classify a public airport4 7#b7 ,required information ,in submitting a request under paragraph 7#a71 the 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 ,,acip1 7or any successor guidance7 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 airport's safety1 security1 capacity1 access1 compliance with ,federal grant assurances1 and protection of natural resources 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 transferring the airport to a public sponsor2 and 7,b7 may not require the airport to obtain a public sponsor4 7c7 ,reclassification by the ,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 passes the eligibility review performed under subsection 7b74 7#b7 ,corrective action plan 7,a7 ,in general ,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-- 7i7 resolves any shortcomings identified in such eligibility review2 and 7ii7 proves that any necessary corrective action has been completed by the airport4 7,b7 ,evaluation ,not later than #fj days after receiving a corrective action plan under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall grant the reclassification request of any privately owned reliever airport if such airport submit such corrective action plan to the satisfaction of the ,secretary4 7d7 ,effective date ,the reclassification of any privately owned reliever airport under this section shall take effect not later than-- 7#a7 fiscal year #bjbe for any request granted under subsection 7c77#a72 and 7#b7 fiscal year #bjbf for any request granted after the submission of a corrective action plan under subsection 7c77#b74 #fda4 ,general aviation airport runway extension pilot program 7a7 ,in general ,subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #faa7;a71 is amended by adding at the end the following new section3 #dgadg4 ,general aviation program runway extension pilot program4 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall establish a pilot program to provide grants to general aviation airports to increase usable the 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 to a sufficient length 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;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code2 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 #bjad74 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 this ,act1 based on data provided by the airport sponsor to the ,secretary not later than #f months prior to the due date of such report to ,congress2 and 7#c7 a description1 provided by the airport sponsor to the ,secretary not later than #f months prior to the due date of such report to ,congress1 of the economic development opportunities supported by increasing the runway length at general aviation airports4 7f7 ,funding 7#a7 ,in general ,for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh1 the ,secretary may use funds made available under section #dhajc to carry out this section4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for subchapter ,i of chapter #dga of such title1 as amended by section #faa7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dgadf the following3 #dgadg4 ,general aviation airport runway extension pilot program4 4 ,,vii ,,air ,,service ,,improvements ,a ,consumer ,enhancements #gja4 ,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 #bjbc and inserting #bjbh4 7b7 ,additional members ,section #daa7;b7 of the ,,faa ,modernization and ,reform ,act of #bjab 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja prec4 note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#c71 by striking and at the end2 7#b7 in paragraph 7#d71 by striking the period at the end and inserting a semicolon2 and 7#c7 by adding at the end the following3 7#e7 foreign air carriers2 and 7#f7 nonprofit public interest groups with expertise in disability and accessibility matters4 4 #gjb4 ,unrealistic or deceptive scheduling 7a7 ,in general ,section #dagab of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7d7 ,unrealistic or deceptive scheduling ,it shall be an unfair or deceptive practice and an unfair method of competition under subsection 7a7 for any air carrier or foreign air carrier providing scheduled passenger air transportation to engage in unrealistic or deceptive scheduling of flights1 as determined by the ,secretary of ,transportation subject to an investigation and finding1 if any1 that an air carrier or foreign air carrier engaged in the unrealistic or deceptive scheduling of flights4 4 7b7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to limit the authority of the ,secretary under section #dagab7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 or the ability of the ,secretary to act pursuant to the authority under section #cii4ha of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 with respect to any activity of an air carrier or foreign air carrier that occurred prior to the date of enactment of subsection 7d7 of section #dagab of such title #di1 as added by subsection 7a7 of this section4 7c7 ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,advisory ,committee recommendations 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall require the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection ,advisory ,committee to provide to the ,secretary recommendations regarding the types of practices or circumstances that qualify as unrealistic or deceptive scheduling of flights1 including whether scheduling flights in light of technological deficiencies or workforce shortcomings that were known to an air carrier or foreign air carrier at the time of such scheduling qualifies as unrealistic or deceptive scheduling4 7#b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #ij days after receiving the recommendations under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall initiate a rulemaking to implement any such recommendations determined appropriate by the ,secretary4 #gjc4 ,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 of the passenger1 promptly 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 request for the refund2 or 7#b7 in the case of a ticket purchased with cash or another form of payment1 not later than #bj days after the request for the refund4 7c7 ,alternative to refund ,an air carrier and a foreign air carrier may offer a voucher1 credit1 or other form of compensation as an alternative to providing a refund required by subsection 7a7 but only if 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 section4 7d7 ,significantly delayed or changed flight ,in defining significantly delayed or changed flight for purposes of this section1 the ,secretary shall ensure that such term 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 ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall issue a final rule to apply refund requirements to ticket agents in the case of cancelled flights and significantly delayed or changed flights4 #dbcjf4 ,refund portal 7a7 ,in general ,not later than the date that is #bgj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary of ,transportation shall require covered entities to prominently display at the top of the homepage of the covered entity's public internet website a link that passengers eligible for a refund may use to request a refund4 7b7 ,covered entity defined ,in this subsection1 the term covered entity means-- 7#a7 an air carrier or foreign air carrier that provides scheduled passenger air transportation by operating an aircraft that as originally designed has a passenger capacity of #cj or more seats2 and 7#b7 a ticket agent that sells scheduled passenger service on an aircraft that as originally designed has a passenger capacity of #cj or more seats4 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#dbcjf4 ,refund ,portal4 4 #gjd4 ,airline passenger rights transparency act 7a7 ,findings ,congress finds the following3 7#a7 ,air travel is an essential part of modern life1 and passengers have certain rights and protections under the law4 7#b7 ,passengers are often not aware of such rights and protections under the law4 7#c7 ,to address this problem1 airports1 air carriers1 and foreign air carriers must provide clear and concise information regarding passenger rights in a manner that is easily accessible and understandable to all passengers4 7b7 ,transparency requirements 7#a7 ,consumer complaints ,section #dbcjb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7f7 ,notice to passengers on electronic flight itinerary ticket confirmation ,each air carrier and foreign air carrier shall provide on any electronic flight itinerary ticket confirmation issued by the carrier a link to the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection website and the ,air ,travel ,service ,complaint or ,comment ,form website of the ,department of ,transportation4 4 7#b7 ,know your rights posters 7,a7 ,in general ,chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #gjc7;a71 is amended by inserting after section #dbcjf the following3 #dbcjg4 ,know your rights posters 7a7 ,in general ,each large hub airport1 medium hub airport1 and small hub airport 7as such terms are defined in section #djajb7 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 ,such posters shall be displayed in conspicuous locations throughout the airport1 including ticket counters1 security checkpoints1 and boarding gates4 4 7,b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #gjc7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dbcjf the following3 #dbcjg4 ,know your rights posters4 4 7#c7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by this subsection shall take effect on the date that is #a year after the date of enactment of this section4 #gje4 ,disclosure of ancillary fees 7a7 ,flexibility 7#a7 ,in general ,in determining whether a practice is an unfair or deceptive practice under section #dagab of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 with respect to the disclosure of ancillary fees1 the ,secretary1 shall provide air carriers1 foreign air carriers1 and ticket agents with the flexibility to develop the manner in which such information is transmitted to consumers as long as such information 7consistent with the objective of assuring that consumers are provided with useable1 current1 and accurate information on critical ancillary fees in a format that the consumer can easily compare multiple flight options7 is-- 7,a7 presented to the consumer in a reasonable and transparent manner prior to booking2 and 7,b7 displayed in a format that assists the consumer in making more informed decisions4 7#b7 ,critical ancillary fees defined ,for purposes of paragraph 7#a71 the term critical ancillary fees means-- 7,a7 fees for-- 7i7 the first and second checked bag of an airline passenger2 7ii7 one carry-on bag of an airline passenger2 7iii7 changing or canceling a reservation2 and 7iv7 adjacent seating when traveling with a child that is #ac years of age or younger2 and 7,b7 any other fees for ancillary services that are identified by the ,secretary in the rule finalizing the proposed rule published by the ,secretary on ,march #c1 #bjbc1 and titled ,enhancing ,transparency of ,airline ,ancillary ,service ,fees 7#hh ,fed4 ,reg4 #acchi7 as being critical to consumers in choosing among air transportation options4 7b7 ,ticket agents ,the ,secretary shall not find that a ticket agent is out of compliance with a requirement in the final rule described in subsection 7a77#b77;,b7 with respect to the disclosure of critical ancillary fees if the ,secretary determines that such noncompliance is due to the failure of an air carrier or foreign air carrier to provide the ticket agent with the information required to comply with such requirement4 #gjf4 ,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 easily access information about the status of their flight and any alternative flight options4 7#b7 ,during a period of mass cancellations1 customers may be unable to easily connect1 either in-person or through a toll-free customer service phone number1 with a customer service representative of an air carrier4 7#c7 ,while many air carriers have robust online and smart phone application chat resources1 many customers may not have access to those resources1 and customers often have time-sensitive questions that cannot be answered through an automated service or website4 7#d7 ,not all customers of air carriers are able to easily use online and chat resources4 7#e7 ,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 ,consumer complaints ,section #dbcjb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #gjd7;b71 is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7g7 ,notice to passengers on electronic flight itinerary ticket confirmation ,each air carrier and foreign air carrier shall provide on any electronic flight itinerary ticket confirmation issued by the carrier a link to the ,aviation ,consumer ,protection website and the ,air ,travel ,service ,complaint or ,comment ,form website of the ,department of ,transportation4 4 7#b7 ,requirement to maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number 7,a7 ,in general ,chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #gjd7;b71 is amended by inserting after section #dbcjg the following3 #dbcjh4 ,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 shall1 in addition to maintaining a toll-free customer service telephone line1 maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number that enables customers to speak to a live agent directly4 7#b7 ,provision of services ,the services required under subsection 7a7 shall be provided to customers without charge for the use of such services1 and shall be available in real time and on a #bd hour_/#g days a week basis4 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 provides scheduled passenger air transportation by operating an aircraft that as originally designed 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 7b7 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 as amended by section #gjd7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dbcjg the following3 #dbcjh4 ,requirement to maintain a live customer chat or monitored text messaging number4 4 #gjg4 ,frequent flyer programs and vouchers 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #gjf7;b71 is amended by inserting after section #dbcjh the following new section3 #dbcji4 ,frequent flyer programs 7a7 ,reduction in benefits ,an air carrier may not reduce or devalue the benefits1 rewards1 points1 or other accrued value of an existing account holder of a frequent flyer program unless the air carrier provides such account holder not less than #ij days notice of such reduction or devaluation4 7b7 ,expiration of benefits 7#a7 ,initial notification ,upon the issuance of any flight voucher or flight credit1 an air carrier or ticket agent1 where applicable1 shall notify the recipient of such voucher or credit of the expiration date of the voucher or credit4 7#b7 ,subsequent notification ,not less than #cj days before the expiration date of any flight voucher or flight credit issued by an air carrier or ticket agent1 the air carrier or ticket agent shall make a reasonable attempt to notify the recipient of such voucher or credit of the expiration date of the voucher or credit4 7c7 ,definition of frequent flyer program ,in this section1 the term frequent flyer program means a program in which an air carrier promises or offers benefits1 rewards1 points1 or other accrued value for tickets purchased from the air carrier4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dbc of such title1 as amended by section #gjf7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dbcjh the following3 #dbcji4 ,frequent flyer programs4 4 #gjh4 ,airline customer service dashboards 7a7 ,dashboards 7#a7 ,in general ,chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #gjg7;a71 is amended by inserting after section #dbcji the following3 #dbcaj4 ,,dot airline customer service dashboards 7a7 ,requirement to establish and maintain publicly available dashboards ,the ,secretary of ,transportation 7in this section referred to as the ,secretary7 shall establish1 maintain1 and make publicly available1 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 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 ,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 ,center74 7#b7 ,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#c7 ,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 7b7 ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics 7#a7 ,,atcscc delays ,not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,director of the ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics shall update the reporting framework of the ,bureau to create a new cause of delay category that identifies and tracks information on delays and cancellations of air carriers 7as defined in section #djajb7 that are due to instructions from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,air ,traffic ,control ,system ,command ,center4 7#b7 ,family seating complaints ,not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 7c7 ,air travel consumer report 7#a7 ,,atcscc delays ,not later than #cj days after the date on which the ,director of the ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics updates the reporting framework under subsection 7b77#a71 the ,secretary shall include information on delays and cancellations that are due to instructions from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration ,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 ,not later than #cj days after the date on which the ,director of the ,bureau of ,transportation ,statistics updates the reporting framework under subsection 7b77#b71 the ,secretary shall include information on complaints related to family seating in the ,air ,travel ,consumer ,report issued by the ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection of the ,department of ,transportation and on the family seating dashboard required by subsection 7a77#b74 7d7 ,provision of information ,each large air carrier shall provide to the ,secretary such information as the ,secretary requires to carry out this section4 4 7#b7 ,establishment ,the ,secretary shall establish each of the online dashboards required by section #dbcaj7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this section4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #dbc of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #gjg7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #dbcji the following3 #dbcaj4 ,,dot airline customer service dashboards4 4 #gji4 ,annual briefings on disruptions of passenger air transportation and periods of mass cancellations of scheduled flights ,section #ajf7;g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph3 7#c7 ,annually1 7and more frequently as needed7 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 following3 7,a7 ,the efforts1 activities1 objectives1 and plans of the ,administration in continuing to address ongoing concerns about passenger protections during operational meltdowns of air carriers and foreign air carriers4 7,b7 ,the efforts of the ,administration to engage with ,congress and the public on issues related to operational meltdowns of air carriers and foreign air carriers4 4 #gaj4 ,enhancing child safety 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall issue new or revised guidance that provides testing standards to allow for the use of a child restraint system on a covered aircraft that meets such testing standards1 without regard to whether such child restraint system also meets the standards set forth in section #ega4bac of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7b7 ,covered aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term covered aircraft means an aircraft that1 as originally designed1 has a passenger capacity of #cj or more seats4 #gaa4 ,codification of consumer protection provisions 7a7 ,section #dbi of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dbi of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dbcja note prec47 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 title #di2 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 amended1 in subsection 7a71 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 title #di2 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 7a71 by striking the section #dagje and inserting section #dagje2 7,b7 in subsection 7c71 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 7f71 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 adding at the end the following3 #dagbg4 ,passenger rights4#dagbh4 ,airline passengers with disabilities bill of rights4 4 #gab4 ,,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-- 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 section4 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 containing the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 #gac4 ,,gao study and report on the operational preparedness of air carriers for preparing for changing weather and other events related to changing conditions and natural hazards 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,comptroller ,general shall study and assess the operational preparedness of air carriers for preparing 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 by 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 air carriers' operational investments1 staffing levels and safety policies1 mitigation strategies1 and other resiliency planning4 7,b7 ,how the ,,faa oversees air carriers' operational resilience to storms and natural disasters1 as well as changing conditions4 7,c7 ,steps the ,federal ,government and air carriers can take to improve their operational resilience to storms and natural disasters1 as well as changing conditions4 7b7 ,briefing and report 7#a7 ,briefing ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the study required by subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislation 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 a report to the appropriate committees of ,congress on the study required by subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislation 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 that term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #gad4 ,increase in civil penalties 7a7 ,in general ,section #dfcja7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended1 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a71 by striking #be1jjj and inserting #ej1jjj4 7b7 ,effective date ,the amendment made by subsection 7a7 shall apply to violations occurring on or after the date of enactment4 7c7 ,conforming regulations ,the ,secretary shall revise such regulations as necessary to conform to the amendment made by subsection 7a74 #gae4 ,family seating 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 #gaf4 ,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,a71 by striking #g and inserting #h2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,a71 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 7referred to in this subsection as the ,office7 to administer and enforce the aviation consumer protection and civil rights authorities provided to the ,department by statute1 including those under section #dagab-- 7,a7 to assist1 educate1 and protect passengers2 7,b7 to monitor compliance with1 conduct investigations relating to1 and enforce1 including by taking appropriate action to address violations of1 aviation consumer protection1 civil rights1 and aviation economic requirements2 and 7,c7 to promulgate1 as appropriate1 aviation consumer protection and civil rights regulations4 7#b7 ,leadership ,the ,office shall be headed by the ,assistant ,secretary for ,aviation ,consumer ,protection 7referred to in this subsection as the ,assistant ,secretary74 7#c7 ,transition ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this subsection1 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 ,protection1 shall cease to exist4 ,the ,department shall determine which employees are necessary to fulfill the responsibilities of the new ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection and those employees shall be transferred from the ,office of the ,general ,counsel as appropriate to the newly established ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection4 ,to the extent the ,office of the ,general ,counsel retains any attorney or hires any new attorney to advise the newly established ,office of ,aviation ,consumer ,protection1 those attorneys will be located in the remaining offices within the ,office of the ,general ,counsel4 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 #bjbh4 4 ,b ,accessibility #gca4 ,extension of the advisory committee on the air travel needs of passengers with disabilities ,section #dci7;g7 of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #dagje note7 is amended by striking #bjbc and inserting #bjbh4 #gcb4 ,modernization and improvements to aircraft evacuation 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 by 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 those 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 those who use wheelchairs or other mobility assistive devices1 to safely to 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 safety 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 7the number of passengers relative to the number of seats on board the aircraft7 on the ability of passengers to safely and efficiently evacuate a transport category airplane4 7xi7 ,the impact of service animals on the ability of passengers 7including such service animals and their handlers7 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 when the ,administrator determines that the new aircraft design is significant4 7xiii7 ,any other factor determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 7,c7 ,passengers with disabilities defined ,for purposes of this paragraph1 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 under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall establish an ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,committee7 to review the findings of the study and 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 the disability community 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 under subsection 7a7 and developing recommendations regarding the improvement of the evacuation standards1 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 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 recommendations under subsection 7b71 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 7b72 and 7#c7 the ,administrator's plan1 if any1 to implement such recommendations4 7d7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #ij days after submitting the report to ,congress under subsection 7c71 the ,administrator shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to implement the recommendations of the ,committee that the ,administrator deems appropriate4 #gcc4 ,improved training standards for assisting passengers who use wheelchairs 7a7 ,rulemaking ,the ,secretary shall conduct a rulemaking to develop requirements for minimum training standards for airline personnel or contractors who assist wheelchair users who must 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-- 7#a7 complete refresher training every #f months and be recertified yearly on the job by a superior in order to remain qualified for providing aisle chair assistance2 and 7#b7 be able to successfully demonstrate the each of following skills in hands-on training sessions before being allowed to board or deplane a passenger using an aisle chair or other boarding device3 7,a7 ,how to safely use the aisle chair1 or other boarding device1 including the use of all straps1 brakes1 and other safety features4 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 transfer4 7,c7 ,how to effectively communicate with1 and take instruction from1 the passenger4 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 administering 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 7#c7 whether air carriers and foreign air carriers should be required to use their own personnel instead of contractors for boarding passengers with limited or no mobility2 and 7#d7 whether individuals able to provide boarding and deplaning assistance for passengers with limited or no mobility should receive training 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 section1 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 #gcd4 ,training standards for stowage of wheelchairs and scooters 7a7 ,rulemaking ,the ,secretary shall conduct a rulemaking to develop minimum training standards related to stowage of wheelchairs and scooters on aircraft4 7b7 ,requirements ,the training standards developed under subsection 7a7 shall require1 at a minimum1 that airline personnel or contractors-- 7#a7 complete refresher training every #f months and be recertified yearly on the job by a superior in order to remain qualified for handling and stowing wheelchairs and scooters2 and 7#b7 be able to successfully demonstrate the each of following skills in hands-on training sessions before being allowed to handle or stow a wheelchair or scooter3 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 carrier4 7,b7 ,how to properly review any wheelchair or scooter information provided by the passenger or the assistive device manufacturer4 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 carrier4 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 wheelchair manufacturers1 national disability and disabled veterans organizations representing individuals who use wheelchairs and scooters1 and aircraft manufacturers1 in administering and auditing training2 and 7#b7 whether air carriers and foreign air carriers should require personnel or contractors to use specialized equipment in loading and unloading wheelchairs and scooters4 7d7 ,final rule ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this section1 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 #gce4 ,mobility ,aids ,on ,board ,improve ,lives and ,empower ,all ,act 7a7 ,publication of information related to powered wheelchairs 7#a7 ,advisory circular ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall issue an advisory circular that provides guidance to air carriers and foreign air carriers 7as defined in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code7 on publishing information related to powered wheelchairs on the website of such carrier1 including-- 7,a7 information describing the dimensions of the cargo holds of all aircraft types in the air carrier's fleet1 including the dimensions of the cargo hold entry2 and 7,b7 in the case of a qualified individual with a disability 7as defined in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 traveling with a wheelchair 7including a power wheelchair1 manual wheelchair1 or scooter7 who has purchased a ticket for a flight from the air carrier but who cannot fly on the existing aircraft because the wheelchair of such qualified individual cannot fit in the cargo hold1 information regarding the process for such qualified individual to get a refund of any previously paid fares1 fees1 and taxes applicable to such flight4 7#b7 ,requirement ,not later than #ah months after the date of enactment of this section1 each air carrier and foreign air carrier shall be required to publish1 on a prominent and easily accessible place on the website of the carrier1 the information described in the advisory circular issued under paragraph 7#a74 7b7 ,evaluation of data regarding mishandled wheelchairs ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter1 the ,secretary shall-- 7#a7 evaluate data 7which shall be delineated by type of wheelchair being mishandled1 such as power wheelchairs1 manual wheelchairs1 and scooters1 and by type of mishandling1 such as damage 7including the type of damage1 such as broken drive wheels or casters1 bent or broken frames1 damage to electrical connectors or wires1 control input devices1 joysticks1 upholstery1 or other components1 and any other type of damage deemed appropriate by the ,secretary71 delay1 or loss7 regarding the frequency of mishandling of wheelchairs 7as defined in section #cg4c of title #di1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations7 occurring on aircraft2 7#b7 determine whether there are issues with respect to such frequency and type of mishandling2 and 7#c7 review and report any claims for which an air carrier has conclusive evidence of fraud4 7c7 ,report on mishandled wheelchairs ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report 7which shall be made publicly available on the website of the ,department of ,transportation7 regarding the results of each such evaluation and determination under subsection 7b71 including how the ,secretary plans to address such results through consultation with air carriers1 wheelchair manufacturers1 national disability and disabled veterans organizations1 and other relevant stakeholders4 7d7 ,feasibility of in-cabin wheelchair restraint systems 7#a7 ,roadmap ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 ,america 7,,resna71 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 ,special ,report #cda2 and 7,b7 sponsor studies that assess issues and considerations1 including those set forth in ,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 7including power wheelchairs1 manual wheelchairs1 and scooters7 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#b71 together with any recommendations the ,secretary determines appropriate4 #gcf4 ,prioritizing ,accountability and ,accessibility for ,aviation ,consumers ,act of #bjbc 7a7 ,annual report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter1 the ,secretary shall submit a report on aviation consumer complaints related to passengers with a disability filed with the ,department of ,transportation to the appropriate committees of ,congress1 and shall make each annual report publicly available4 7b7 ,report ,each annual report submitted under subsection 7a7 shall include1 but not be limited to1 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 #e most recent calendar years4 7#b7 ,the nature of such complaints1 such as 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 equipment2 7,c7 the condition or lack of accessibility equipment or materials2 7,d7 the accessibility of in-flight services1 including accessing and utilizing on-board lavatories1 for passengers with a disability2 7,e7 difficulties experienced by passengers with a disability in communicating with an air carrier or staff of an air carrier2 7,f7 difficulties experienced by passengers with a disability in being moved1 handled1 or having their schedule changed without consent2 7,g7 issues experienced by passengers with a disability traveling with a service animal2 and 7,h7 such other issues as the ,secretary deems appropriate4 7#c7 ,an overview of the review process for such complaints received during such period4 7#d7 ,the median length of time for how quickly review such complaints were initiated4 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 ,code1 7commonly known as the ,air ,carrier ,access ,act of #aihf7-- 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 staff1 or other matters under the jurisdiction of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 were referred to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 7c7 ,definitions 7#a7 ,in general ,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 any term defined in such sections that is used in this section4 7#b7 ,passengers with a disability defined ,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 #gcg4 ,transportation of organs 7a7 ,handling of organs on aircraft ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with relevant ,federal agencies and stakeholders1 shall issue a rulemaking to-- 7#a7 establish a safe1 standardized process for a commercial airline's acceptance1 handling1 management1 and transportation of an organ in the cabin of an aircraft2 7#b7 require each commercial airline to establish a protocol to ensure the safe and timely transport of an organ in the cabin of the aircraft1 including through any connecting flight2 and 7#c7 identify metrics regarding the handling of organs by commercial airlines in order to increase transparency and aid the development of best practices and improvement initiatives4 7b7 ,definition of organ ,for purposes of 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 organ-related tissue4 #gch4 ,access and ,dignity for ,all ,people who ,travel ,act 7a7 ,short title ,this section may be cited as the ,access and ,dignity for ,all ,people ,who ,travel ,act of #bjbc4 7b7 ,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 7c7 ,seating accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities 7#a7 ,in general 7,a7 ,advanced notice of proposed rulemaking ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 #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 seating accommodations for any qualified individual with a disability4 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 rule regarding seating accommodations for any qualified individual with a disability4 7#b7 ,requirements ,in carrying out any rulemaking under paragraph 7#a71 the ,secretary shall consider the following3 7,a7 ,the scope and anticipated number of qualified individuals with a disability who-- 7i7 may need to be seated with a companion to receive assistance during a flight2 or 7ii7 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 such a seat4 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 7d7 ,known service animal user travel pilot program 7#a7 ,pilot program 7,a7 ,establishment 7i7 ,in general ,the ,secretary shall establish a pilot program to allow approved program participants as known service animal users for the purpose 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 7ii7 ,requirements ,the pilot program established under clause 7i7 shall-- 7,i7 be optional2 7,,ii7 provide to applicants assistance1 including over-the-phone assistance1 throughout the application process for the program2 7,,iii7 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 ,regulations2 and 7,,iv7 exempt participants of the pilot program from any documentation requirements under part #chb of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7,b7 ,consultation ,in establishing the pilot program under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall consult with-- 7i7 disability advocacy entities1 including nonprofit organizations focused on ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to live and participate in their communities2 7ii7 air carriers and foreign air carriers2 7iii7 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 7iv7 other relevant departments or agencies of the ,federal ,government2 and 7v7 other entities determined to be appropriate by the ,secretary4 7,c7 ,eligibility ,to be eligible to participate in the pilot program under this paragraph1 an individual shall-- 7i7 be a qualified individual with a disability2 7ii7 require the use of a service animal because of a disability2 and 7iii7 submit an application to the ,secretary at such time1 in such manner1 and containing such information as the ,secretary may require4 7,d7 ,clarification ,the ,secretary may award a grant or enter into a contract or cooperative agreement in order to carry out this paragraph4 7,e7 ,nominal fee ,the ,secretary may require an applicant to pay a nominal fee 7not to exceed #be7 to participate in the pilot program4 7,f7 ,reports to ,congress 7i7 ,planning report ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a publicly available report describing the implementation plan for the pilot program under this paragraph4 7ii7 ,annual report ,not later than #a year after the establishment of the pilot program under this paragraph1 and annually thereafter until the date described in subparagraph 7,g71 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a publicly available report on the progress of the pilot program4 7iii7 ,final report ,not later than #e years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a publicly available final report that includes recommendations for the establishment and implementation of a permanent known service animal user travel program for the ,federal ,government4 7,g7 ,sunset ,the pilot program shall terminate on the date that is #e years after the date of enactment of this section4 7#b7 ,accredited service animal training programs and authorized registrars ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall publish on the website of the ,department of ,transportation and maintain a list of-- 7,a7 accredited programs that train service animals2 and 7,b7 authorized registrars that evaluate service animals4 7#c7 ,report to ,congress on service animal requests ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 made2 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-- 7i7 granted2 7ii7 denied2 or 7iii7 fraudulent4 7#d7 ,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-- 7i7 take into account respectful engagement with and assistance for individuals with a wide range of visible and non-visible disabilities2 7ii7 provide information on-- 7,i7 service animal behavior and whether the service animal is appropriately harnessed1 leashed1 or otherwise tethered2 and 7,,ii7 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 7iii7 outline the rights and responsibilities of the handler of the service animal4 #gci4 ,equal ,accessibility to ,passenger ,portals ,act 7a7 ,applications and information communication technologies 7#a7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking to ensure that customer-focused websites1 applications1 and information communication technologies 7including those used to notify any individual with a disability of changes to flight information 7such as delays1 gate changes1 or boarding announcements71 passenger safety information1 or in-flight services and updates7 of an air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or airport are accessible4 7#b7 ,final rule ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,secretary shall promulgate a final rule for the purposes described in paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,considerations ,in any rulemaking under this subsection1 the ,secretary-- 7,a7 shall consider-- 7i7 the standards described in section #ejh of the ,rehabilitation ,act of #aigc 7#bi ,u4,s4,c4 #gid;d72 and 7ii7 the regulations implementing that ,act as set forth in part #aaid of title #cf1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 and 7,b7 may consider-- 7i7 additional standards1 including those provided in the ,web ,content ,accessibility ,guidelines #b4a ,level ,,aa of the ,web ,accessibility ,initiative of the ,world ,wide ,web ,consortium 7or subsequent versions72 and 7ii7 the technical capabilities of the information communication technology4 7#d7 ,consultation ,for purposes of this section1 the ,secretary may consult with the ,architectural and ,transportation ,barriers ,compliance ,board and any other relevant department or agency to determine appropriate accessibility standards4 7#e7 ,review ,not later than #e years after promulgating the final rule under paragraph 7#b71 and every #e years thereafter1 the ,secretary shall review the rules issued under this subsection and update such rules as necessary4 7b7 ,audit 7#a7 ,initial audit 7,a7 ,requirement ,not later than #a year after the date on which the ,secretary promulgates the final rule under subsection 7a77#b71 and subsequently thereafter as described in paragraph 7#c71 the ,secretary shall commence an audit of each customer-focused website1 application1 or information communication technology of an air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or airport for the purpose of informing improvements that ensure any individual with a disability has equal access to travel1 in accordance with such final rule4 ,such audit shall be limited to a review of the following3 7i7 ,the accessibility of any customer-focused website or application of an air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or airport4 7ii7 ,the accessibility of the information communication technology an air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or airport uses to-- 7,i7 notify any individual with a disability of changes to flight information 7such as delays1 gate changes1 or boarding announcements72 or 7,,ii7 provide services to such individual1 such as checking in1 printing a boarding pass1 or printing a luggage tag4 7iii7 ,other relevant information1 as determined by the ,secretary in consultation with stakeholders from the disability community1 air carriers1 foreign air carriers1 airports1 and other relevant stakeholders4 7,b7 ,notice ,not later than #i months before commencing any audit under subparagraph 7,a71 the ,secretary shall notify any entity being audited and publish in a prominent place on the website of the ,department of ,transportation and in an accessible manner1 information regarding such audit1 including-- 7i7 a notice of the audit2 7ii7 the standards that the customer-focused website1 application1 or information communication technology of an air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or airport must meet2 and 7iii7 the potential civil penalties that may be assessed for noncompliance with such standards4 7#b7 ,clarification ,the ,secretary may-- 7,a7 award a grant or enter into a contract or cooperative agreement in order to carry out the audits required under paragraph 7#a72 and 7,b7 require any air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or airport audited under this section to provide to the ,secretary such information as the ,secretary requires to carry out any such audit4 7#c7 ,subsequent audits 7,a7 ,large air carriers1 large hub airports1 and medium hub airports ,for purposes of paragraph 7#a71 after the initial audit described in such paragraph1 the ,secretary shall conduct subsequent audits every #c years thereafter with respect to large air carriers1 large hub airports1 and medium hub airports4 7,b7 ,small air carriers ,for purposes of paragraph 7#a71 after the initial audit described in such paragraph1 the ,secretary shall conduct subsequent audits every #e years thereafter with respect to small air carriers4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #a year after commencing any audit under subsection 7b71 the ,secretary shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a publicly-available report containing the following3 7#a7 ,the number of air carriers1 foreign air carriers1 and airports audited during the reporting period4 7#b7 ,the number of violations per type of operator 7air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 and airport7 during the reporting period4 7#c7 ,an analysis of the number and type of violations 7such as lack of captions1 audio descriptions1 image descriptions71 with such types being at the discretion of the ,secretary4 7#d7 ,recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,secretary determines appropriate4 7d7 ,penalties ,upon completing an audit conducted under subsection 7b71 the ,secretary may assess a civil penalty in accordance with section #dfcja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 to any air carrier1 foreign air carrier1 or airport that utilizes a customer-focused website1 application1 or information communication technology that is not accessible1 as determined by the ,secretary4 7e7 ,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 ,airport ,the term airport has the meaning given that term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#c7 ,application ,the term application means software that is designed to run on a device1 including a smartphone1 tablet1 self-service kiosk1 wearable technology item1 or laptop or desktop computer1 or another device1 including a device developed after the date of enactment of this section1 and that is designed to perform1 or to help the user perform1 a specific task4 7#d7 ,foreign air carrier ,the term foreign air carrier has the meaning given that term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#e7 ,individual with a disability ,the term individual with a disability has the meaning given that term in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#f7 ,information communication technology ,the term information communication technology-- 7,a7 means any equipment1 system1 technology1 or process for which the principal function is the creation1 manipulation1 storage1 display1 receipt1 or transmission of relevant electronic data and information1 as well as any associated content2 and 7,b7 includes a computer and peripheral equipment1 an information kiosk or transaction machine1 telecommunications equipment1 customer premises equipment1 a multifunction office machine1 software1 a video1 or an electronic document4 7#g7 ,large air carrier ,the term large air carrier means an air carrier or foreign air carrier operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 that operates an aircraft with #abe passenger seats or more4 7#h7 ,large hub airport ,the term large hub airport has the meaning given that term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#i7 ,medium hub airport ,the term medium hub airport has the meaning given that term in section #djajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#aj7 ,small air carrier ,the term small air carrier means an air carrier or foreign air carrier operating under part #aba of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 that operates an aircraft with less than #abe passenger seats4 #gdj4 ,store ,on-board ,wheelchairs in ,cabin ,act 7a7 ,requirements 7#a7 ,in general ,in the case an aircraft that is required to be equipped with an on-board wheelchair in accordance with section #chb4fe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 an air carrier and a foreign air carrier shall provide in a prominent place on a publicly available internet website of the carrier1 and in any place where a passenger can make a reservation1 information regarding the rights and responsibilities of both passengers on such aircraft and the air carrier or foreign air carrier1 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 such title #ad7 with an on-board wheelchair unless an exception described in such section #chb4fe applies2 7,b7 that a qualified individual with a disability 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 such title #ad 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 subparagraph 7,c71 information on how a qualified individual with a disability can make such a request4 7#b7 ,annual training ,an air carrier and a foreign air carriers shall require that all personnel who regularly interact with the traveling public1 including contractors1 complete annual training regarding assisting qualified individual with a disability1 including regarding the availability of accessible lavatories and on-board wheelchairs and such individual's right to request an on-board wheelchair4 7#c7 ,public awareness campaign ,the ,secretary shall conduct a public awareness campaign on the rights of qualified individuals with a disability1 including with respect to accessible lavatories and such individual's right to request an on-board wheelchair in accordance section #chb4fe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 4 7#d7 ,qualified individual with a disability defined ,in this subsection1 the term qualified individual with a disability has the meaning given such term in section #chb4c of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations4 7#e7 ,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 under paragraph 7#a7 or 7#b74 7b7 ,increased civil penalties 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dfcja7;a77#g7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in the paragraph heading1 by striking to harm2 and 7,b7 in subparagraph 7,a7-- 7i7 in the heading1 by striking bodily harm or damage to wheelchair or other mobility aid and inserting damage to wheelchair or other mobility aid1 bodily harm1 or failure to equip aircraft with a wheelchair2 and 7ii7 by striking or injury to a passenger with a disability and inserting 1 injury to a passenger with a disability1 or a failure to equip an aircraft with an on-board wheelchair pursuant to section #chb4fe of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations 7or a successor regulation74 7#b7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by paragraph 7#a7 shall apply to flights occurring on or after the effective date of the revision described in subsection 7a74 ,c ,air ,service ,development #gda4 ,essential air service 7a7 ,definitions ,section #dagca of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7a7 and inserting the following3 7a7 ,eligible place defined ,in this subchapter1 the term eligible place means a place in the ,united ,states that-- 7#a7 is at least #ge miles from the nearest medium or large hub airport1 if within the #dh contiguous states1 which shall not be waived2 7#b7 had an average of #aj enplanements per service day or more1 as determined by the ,secretary1 during the most recent fiscal year2 7#c7 during the most recent fiscal year had an average subsidy per passenger1 as determined by the ,secretary1 of-- 7,a7 less than #ejj for locations that are less than #age driving miles from the nearest large or medium hub airport2 and 7,b7 less than #a1jjj for all locations1 regardless of driving distance to a hub2 and 7#d7 is a community that1 at any time during the period between ,september #cj1 #bjaj1 and ,september #cj1 #bjaa1 inclusive-- 7,a7 received essential air service for which compensation was provided to an air carrier under this subchapter2 or 7,b7 received notice of intent to terminate essential air service and the ,secretary required the air carrier to continue to provide such service to the community4 2 7#b7 in subsection 7b71 by striking subsection 7a77#a7 of this section and inserting subsection 7a72 7#c7 in subsection 7c71 by striking ,subparagraphs 7,b71 7,c71 and 7,d7 of subsection 7a77#a7 and inserting ,paragraphs 7#b71 7#c71 and 7#d7 of subsection 7a72 7#d7 in subsection 7d71 by striking ,subsection 7a77#a77;,b7 and inserting ,subsection 7a77#b72 7#e7 by striking subsection 7e7 and inserting the following3 7e7 ,waivers ,the ,secretary may waive1 on an annual basis1 subsection 7a77#b7 or subsection 7a77#c77;,a7 with respect to a location if the location demonstrates to the ,secretary's satisfaction that the reason the location averages fewer than #aj enplanements per day or has a subsidy higher than #ejj per passenger is due to a temporary decline in demand2 provided1 that the ,secretary may not provide more than #b consecutive waivers of subsection 7a77#b7 or subsection 7a77#c77;,a7 to any location4 2 and 7#f7 in subsection 7f71 by striking subsection 7a77#a77;,b7 and inserting subsection 7a77#b74 7b7 ,improvements to basic essential air service 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dagcb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in subsection 7a77#a71 by striking hub airport and all that follows through beyond that airport and inserting medium or large hub airport2 and 7,b7 in subsection 7b7-- 7i7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking and at prices and all that follows through the period2 and 7ii7 by striking paragraphs 7#c7 through 7#f74 7c7 ,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 marketing arrangements1 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,c7 and redesignating subparagraphs 7,d7 through 7,f7 as subparagraphs 7,c7 through 7,e71 respectively2 7,c7 in subparagraph 7,d71 as so redesignated1 by striking and after the semicolon2 7,d7 in subparagraph 7,e71 as so redesignated1 by striking the period at the end and inserting 2 and2 and 7,e7 by adding at the end the following3 7,f7 service provided in aircraft with at least #b engines and using #b pilots4 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7h71 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#c74 7d7 ,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 #ahj2 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 of this title for providing basic essential air service to an eligible place is required to continue to provide service to the place under this section after the #ahj-;day notice period under subsection 7a7 of this section1 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 #ahj-;day notice was given under subsection 7a7 of this section2 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 impose contract termination penalties or conditions on compensation 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 7e71 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 #ahj-;day notice period required by subsection 7a71 the ,secretary may provide the air carrier with compensation after the end of the #ahj-;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 #ahj-;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 7f71 by inserting air after find another4 7e7 ,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 7f7 ,air transportation to noneligible places ,section #dagcf 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 7g7 ,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 7h7 ,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 7i7 ,essential air service authorization 7#a7 ,in general ,section #dagdb7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a71 by striking #ej1jjj1jjj and inserting #aed1djj1jjj2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking #aee1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjah1 and all that follows through #bjbc and inserting #cce1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbd1 #cdj1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbe1 #cdb1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbf1 #cdb1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbg1 and #cej1jjj1jjj for fiscal year #bjbh2 and 7,c7 by striking paragraph 7#c74 7#b7 ,effective date ,the amendments made by paragraph 7#a7 shall take effect on ,october #a1 #bjbc4 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 #gdb4 ,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#e77;,e71 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#a71 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 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking and after the semicolon2 7,c7 in paragraph 7#c71 by striking the period and inserting 2 and2 and 7,d7 by adding at the end the following3 7#d7 to provide assistance to an airport where air service has been terminated or substantially reduced4 2 7#c7 in subsection 7e7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a71 by inserting or the community's current air service needs after the project2 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by striking #aj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjah through #bjbc and inserting #bj1jjj1jjj for each of fiscal years #bjbd through #bjbh2 7#d7 in subsection 7g77#d71 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 #gdc4 ,,gao study and report on the alternate ,essential ,air ,service program 7a7 ,study ,the ,comptroller ,general shall study the effectiveness of the ,alternate ,essential ,air ,service program 7in this section referred to as the ,alternate ,,eas program71 including challenges if any that have impeded robust community participation in the ,alternate ,,eas program4 ,the study shall include an assessment of potential changes to the ,alternate ,,eas program and the basic ,essential ,air ,service programs under section #dagca of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 wherein ,governors of ,essential ,air ,service eligible ,states and ,puerto ,rico are given block grants to distribute ,essential ,air ,service funds to ,essential ,air ,service eligible communities in their ,states and ,puerto ,rico4 7b7 ,briefing ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the study required by subsection 7a71 together with recommendations for such legislation and administrative action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 ,,viii ,,new ,,entrants ,a ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems #hja4 ,office of ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,section #ajf of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7u7 ,office of the ,associate ,administrator for ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation 7#a7 ,establishment ,there is established in the ,federal ,aviation ,administration the ,office of ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation 7in this subsection referred to as the ,office74 7#b7 ,associate administrator ,the ,office shall be headed by an ,associate ,administrator1 who shall-- 7,a7 be appointed by the ,administrator2 and 7,b7 report directly to the ,administrator4 7#c7 ,purposes ,the purposes of the ,office are to-- 7,a7 serve as an entry point for stakeholders to share information with the ,federal ,aviation ,administration on advanced aviation technologies2 7,b7 examine the potential impact of advanced aviation technologies on the national airspace system1 and methods to safely integrate into the national airspace system2 7,c7 work collaboratively with subject matter experts from all lines of business and staff offices to examine advanced aviation technologies and concepts for integration into the national airspace system in an expeditious manner that takes into account acceptable levels of risk2 7,d7 lead cross-,u4,s4 government collaborative efforts to develop integrated approaches for the acceleration and deployment of ,advanced ,technologies2 7,e7 provide leadership with regard to internal collaboration1 industry engagement1 and collaboration with international partners2 7,f7 lead cross-,,faa integration1 planning1 coordination1 and collaboration in support of the integration of advanced aviation technologies 2 7,g7 support the development of safety cases for advanced aviation technologies in coordination with the operational approval office2 and 7,h7 coordinate and review approval of advanced aviation technologies1 including support to and approval of any required rulemakings1 exemptions1 waivers1 or other types of authorizations1 as appropriate4 7#d7 ,duties ,the ,associate ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 establish1 manage1 and oversee the ,office of ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation2 7,b7 develop and maintain a comprehensive strategy and action plan for fully integrating advanced aviation technologies into the national aviation ecosystem and providing full authorization for operations at scale for each of these technologies2 7,c7 collaborate with ,federal ,aviation ,administration organizations to identify and develop specific recommendations to address skills gaps in the existing engineer and inspector workforce involved in the certification and operational approval of safety technology2 7,d7 coordinate and review1 as appropriate1 rulemaking activities related to advanced aviation technologies1 including by scoping complex regulatory issues1 evaluating internal processes1 and positioning the ,federal ,aviation ,administration to support aerospace innovation2 7,e7 coordinate and review1 as appropriate1 applications for type1 production1 or airworthiness certificates1 or alternatives to airworthiness certificates1 operating and pilot certification1 and airspace authorizations1 among others1 related to advanced aviation technologies2 7,f7 coordinate and review1 as appropriate1 applications for waivers1 exemptions and other operational authorizations2 7,g7 coordinate and review the implementation of the process required by section #bbji of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7as amended7 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note72 7,h7 coordinate with the ,chief ,operating ,officer of the ,air ,traffic ,organization and other agency leaders to develop policies to address airspace integration issues at all levels of uncontrolled and controlled airspace2 7,i7 implement the ,,beyond program and the ,,uas ,test ,site ,program1 among others1 and develop other pilot programs in partnership with industry stakeholders and ,state1 local1 and ,tribal ,governments to enable highly automated and autonomous operations of ,advanced ,technologies unmanned aircraft systems1 ,,aam1 and other innovative aviation technologies at scale by providing the data necessary to support rulemakings and other approval processes2 7,j7 serve as the designated ,federal officer to the ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,steering ,committee2 and 7,k7 serve as the ,federal ,aviation ,administration lead for the ,drone ,safety ,team4 7#e7 ,congressional briefings ,not later than #fj days after establishing the position in paragraph 7#a71 and on a quarterly basis thereafter1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on the status of-- 7,a7 implementing the comprehensive strategy and action plan for fully integrating advanced aviation technologies into the national aviation ecosystem and providing full authorization for operations at scale for each of these technologies2 7,b7 rulemakings1 major guidance documents1 and other agency pilot programs or initiatives supporting the comprehensive strategy and action plan2 7,c7 implementing recommendations from the ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,steering ,committee2 and 7,d7 engagement with international aviation regulators to develop global standards for advanced aviation technologies4 7#f7 ,,uas integration office ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this subsection1 the functions1 duties and responsibilities of the ,,uas ,integration ,office shall be incorporated into the ,office4 7#g7 ,definitions ,in this subsection3 7,a7 ,,aam ,the term ,,aam has the meaning given the term advanced air mobility in section #b7;i77#a7 of the ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,coordination and ,leadership ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note74 7,b7 ,advanced aviation technologies ,the term advanced aviation technologies means technologies for which introduction has potential safety implications and shall include unmanned aircraft systems1 powered-lift aircraft1 electric propulsion1 and super- and hypersonic aircraft4 4 #hjb4 ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,steering ,committee 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #cj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish an ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation ,steering ,committee 7in this section referred to as the ,steering ,committee7 to ensure the ,,faa's comprehensive strategy and action plan for fully integrating unmanned aircraft systems1 ,,aam1 and other innovative aviation technologies into the national aviation ecosystem and providing full authorization for operations at scale for each of these technologies as reflects the equities and interests of all stakeholders within the agency4 7b7 ,chair ,the ,associate ,administrator for ,advanced ,aviation ,technology and ,innovation shall serve as the ,chair of the ,steering ,committee4 7c7 ,composition ,in addition to the ,chair1 the ,steering ,committee shall consist of at least #a senior leader of each of the following ,,faa offices3 7#a7 ,aircraft ,certification ,service4 7#b7 ,flight ,standards ,service4 7#c7 ,air ,traffic ,organization4 7#d7 ,office of ,accident ,investigation and ,prevention4 7#e7 ,office of ,aerospace ,medicine4 7#f7 ,office of ,airports4 7#g7 ,office of ,commercial ,space4 7#h7 ,office of ,finance and ,management4 7#i7 ,office of ,next,gen or any successor office4 7#aj7 ,office of the ,chief ,counsel4 7#aa7 ,office of ,rulemaking4 7#ab7 ,office of ,policy1 ,international ,affairs1 and ,environment4 #hjc4 ,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 ,in general ,not later than #f months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration 7in this section referred to as the ,administrator7 shall issue a notice of proposed rulemaking establishing a regulatory pathway for certification or approval of unmanned aircraft systems to enable commercial beyond visual line of sight 7in this section referred to as ,,bvlos7 operations4 7b7 ,consultation 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraph 7#b71 in promulgating the rule under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall implement the final report and recommendations of the ,beyond ,visual ,line of ,sight ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee which were submitted to the ,administrator on ,march #aj1 #bjbb4 7#b7 ,exception ,if the ,administrator determines not to implement #a or more of the recommendations described in paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall provide to the appropriate committees of ,congress a statement of explanation for such determination4 7c7 ,final rule 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall issue a final rule establishing a regulatory pathway for certification or approval of unmanned aircraft systems to enable commercial ,,bvlos operations4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the final rule described in paragraph 7#a7 shall1 at a minimum1 do the following3 7,a7 ,establish an applicable risk assessment methodology for the authorization of ,,bvlos unmanned aircraft system operations that includes quantified measures of acceptability which sufficiently account for the total air and ground risks associated with such operations and the means for mitigating such risks1 taking into account an aircraft's size1 weight1 speed1 kinetic energy1 operational capability1 proximity to airports and populated areas1 operation over people1 and operation beyond the visual line of sight1 or operation during the day or night1 including consideration of unmanned aircraft using an approved or accepted detect and avoid system appropriate for the class and type of airspace in which the operation is being conducted4 7,b7 ,establish remote pilot certification standards for remote pilots for ,,bvlos operations1 taking into account varying levels of automated control and management of unmanned aircraft system flights4 7,c7 ,establish an airworthiness process for small unmanned aircraft systems that requires a manufacturer's declaration of compliance to a ,federal ,aviation ,administration accepted means of compliance1 which shall not require type or production certification or the issuance of a special airworthiness certificate4 7,d7 ,establish a special airworthiness certificate to be issued upon a manufacturer's declaration of compliance to a ,federal ,aviation ,administration accepted means of compliance1 which-- 7i7 shall not require type or production certification2 7ii7 shall1 at least1 govern airworthiness of any unmanned aircraft system that-- 7,i7 is not-- 7aa7 a small unmanned aircraft system2 and 7bb7 appropriate for the process described in subparagraph 7,c71 as determined by the ,administrator2 7,,ii7 has a maximum gross weight of not more than #a1cbj lbs2 and 7,,iii7 has a maximum speed of #ajj miles per hour2 and 7iii7 may require unmanned aircraft systems subject to the certificate to operate in the national airspace system at altitudes below at least-- 7,i7 #djj feet above ground level2 or 7,,ii7 with respect to an unmanned aircraft system flown within a #djj-;foot radius of a structure1 #djj feet above the structure's immediate uppermost limit4 7,e7 ,amend the ,code of ,federal ,regulations to establish generally applicable standards for the type certification of unmanned aircraft systems that the ,administrator determines pose higher air or ground risks such that those unmanned aircraft systems are not appropriate for approvals under the processes described in subparagraph 7,c7 or 7,d74 7,f7 ,establish operating rules for-- 7i7 the operation of the unmanned aircraft systems described in subparagraphs 7,c71 7,d71 or 7,e72 and 7ii7 certain unmanned aircraft systems to enable lower-risk ,,bvlos operations without airworthiness requirements in a manner consistent with the final report and recommendations of the ,beyond ,visual ,line of ,sight ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee described in subsection 7b77#a74 7#c7 ,rule of construction ,nothing in this section shall prohibit the use of the manufacturer declarations of compliance required under paragraph 7#b77;,c7 for other unmanned aircraft systems4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhaj the following3 #ddhaa4 ,beyond visual line of sight operations for unmanned aircraft systems4 4 #hjd4 ,extending special authority for certain unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,extension ,section #ddhjg7;d7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,september #cj1 #bjbc and inserting on the date the rules described in section #ddhaa take effect4 7b7 ,clarification ,section #ddhjg7;a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by inserting or chapter #ddg after ,notwithstanding any other requirement of this chapter4 7c7 ,expedited exemptions ,in exercising authority under section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code 7as amended by subsection 7a771 the ,administrator shall1 taking into account the statutory mandate to ensure safe and efficient use of the national airspace system and without requiring a rulemaking or imposing the requirements of part #aa of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 grant exemptions-- 7#a7 to enable-- 7,a7 low-risk beyond visual line of sight operations1 such as certain package delivery operations or shielded operations within #ajj feet of the ground or a structure2 or 7,b7 extended visual line of sight operations that rely on visual observers to keep the aircraft or airspace within view2 or 7#b7 that are aligned with ,,faa exemptions that enable beyond visual line of sight operations with the use of acoustics1 ground based radar1 and other technological solutions4 7d7 ,clarification of status of previously issued rulemakings and exemptions 7#a7 ,rulemakings ,any rulemaking published prior to the date of enactment of this section under the authority described in 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 ,september #cj1 #bjbc1 shall continue to be in effect until the date that is #c years after the date of termination described in such exemption4 7#c7 ,delegation ,the authority granted to the ,secretary in such section #ddhjg may continue to be delegated to the ,administrator in whole or in part4 7#d7 ,rules of construction ,nothing in this section shall be construed to interfere with the ,secretary's-- 7,a7 authority to rescind or amend the granting of 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 such section #ddhjg prior to the date described in subsection 7d7 of such section4 #hje4 ,environmental ,review and ,noise ,certification 7a7 ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act guidance ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall publish drone-specific environmental review guidance and implementation procedures and thereafter revise such guidance as appropriate to carry out the requirements of this section4 7b7 ,programmatic level approach to ,,nepa review ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 7including regulations promulgated to carry out that ,act7 for the commercial drone industry to create an efficient process for preparing environmental reviews of reasonably foreseeable drone operations across a geographic region1 for an individual operator's network of drone operations within a defined geographic region1 and for operations within and over commercial and industrial sites closed or restricted to the public4 7c7 ,developing one or more categorical exclusions ,the ,administrator shall engage in ongoing consultations with the ,council on ,environmental ,quality to identify actions that are appropriate for a categorical exclusion and shall incorporate such actions in ,,faa ,order #ajej4a;,f1 as amended or revised1 from time to time1 as1 and when1 deemed appropriate4 7d7 ,suspension of noise certification requirement pending standards development 7#a7 ,in general ,upon the date of enactment of this section1 and notwithstanding the requirements of section #ddgae of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 the ,administrator shall waive the determination of compliance with part #cf of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for drone models seeking type and airworthiness certification1 and shall not deny1 withhold1 or delay such certification due to the absence of a noise certification basis under such part1 provided the ,,faa has developed appropriate noise measurement procedures for such drone models and the ,,faa has received the noise measurement results based on those procedures from the applicant4 7#b7 ,duration ,the suspension provided in this subsection shall continue until such time as the ,administrator publishes final noise certification standards for drones as amendments to part #cf of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or to another part of title #ad of such ,code4 7#c7 ,deadline for noise certification standards ,based on drone noise data the ,administrator has received in the process of reviewing applications for type and airworthiness certification1 in conducting environmental assessments of proposed drone operations under section #ddhjg of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 and part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 and from other sources1 including standards organizations1 the ,administrator shall propose generally applicable drone noise certification standards1 not later than the date that is #cf months after the date of enactment of this section1 and following notice and comment rulemaking procedures1 and shall publish final noise certification standards not later than #bd months after the date on which the period for public comment on such proposed generally applicable noise certification standards ends4 7e7 ,drone defined ,in this section1 the term drone has the meaning given the term unmanned aircraft in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #hjf4 ,,utm implementation 7a7 ,approval process ,not later than #bgj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish procedures1 which may include a rulemaking1 to establish a standard approval process for third party service suppliers of ,,utm in order to fulfill safety functions for ,beyond ,visual ,line of ,sight4 7b7 ,,astm standard - ,in establishing the standard approval process required by subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall ensure that ,,astm ,international ,standard ,f#cedh-ba1 entitled ,,uas ,traffic ,management 7,,utm7 ,,uas ,service ,supplier 7,,uss7 ,interoperability1 and any future possible revisions as refined and validated by the ,administrator in conjunction with stakeholders including the private sector1 is included as an acceptable means of compliance4 7c7 ,certification 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days of the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall initiate a process1 which may include a rulemaking1 to define and implement criteria and conditions for the certification and oversight of third party service suppliers of ,,utm that could have a direct or indirect impact on air traffic services in the national airspace system and require ,,faa oversight4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out the certification process described in paragraph 7#a7 the ,administrator shall consider the facilitation and streamlining of processes for global recognition and applicability1 including through bilateral aviation safety agreements1 implementation procedures1 and other associated bilateral arrangements4 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,third party service supplier ,the term third party service supplier means an entity other than the ,,uas operator or the ,,faa that provides a distributed service that affects the national airspace system safety1 including ,,uas ,service ,suppliers 7,,uss71 ,supplemental ,data ,service ,providers 7,s,d,s,ps71 and infrastructure providers such as ground-based surveillance1 command-and-control and information exchange to another party4 7#b7 ,,utm ,the term ,,utm has the meaning given that term in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#c7 ,,uas ,the term ,,uas has the meaning given the term unmanned aircraft system in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 #hjg4 ,operations over the high seas 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 and to the extent permitted by treaty obligations of the ,united ,states1 including the ,convention on ,international ,civil ,aviation1 the ,administrator shall establish and implement an operational approval process to permit small unmanned aircraft systems 7as defined in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states code71 and unmanned aircraft systems 7as so defined7 with a special airworthiness certificate1 to operate over the high seas within flight information regions for which the ,united ,states is responsible for the operational control4 7b7 ,consultation ,in establishing and implementing the approval process under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consult with appropriate stakeholders outside of the ,,faa1 including industry stakeholders4 #hjh4 ,extension of the ,,beyond program 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #hjc7;a71 is amended by adding at the end the following new section3 #ddhab4 ,,beyond program ,during the period beginning on the date of enactment of this section and ending on ,september #cj1 #bjbh1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration shall continue to operate the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's ,,beyond program 7as established on ,october #bf1 #bjbj7 under the same terms and conditions applicable under such program as of such date of enactment4 ,a waiver or authority granted under the ,unmanned ,aircraft ,system ,integration ,pilot ,program established under section #cea of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah shall continue to apply during such period to an entity participating in the ,,beyond program under such waiver or authority on such date of enactment for so long as the entity continues to participate in the ,,beyond program4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #hjc7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhaa the following3 #ddhab4 ,,beyond program4 4 #hji4 ,extension of the ,know ,before ,you ,fly campaign ,section #cef of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjah 7,pub4 ,law #aae-bed2 #acb ,stat4 #ccje7 is amended by striking #bjai through #bjbc and inserting #bjbd through #bjbh4 #haj4 ,unmanned aircraft system data exchange 7a7 ,data exchange plan ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall develop and submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a plan to make available data that is prudent to ensure the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 ,such plan shall include the following3 7#a7 ,a description of technical efforts to digitize and automate aeronautical information 7including through the development and use of an unmanned aircraft systems geospatial information management system7 to provide an authoritative source of geospatial information to support the operation of unmanned aircraft systems in the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,suggested refinements to standard sets of aeronautical information for current and upcoming unmanned aircraft systems integration efforts to facilitate the exchange of unmanned aircraft systems data that is relevant to the unmanned aircraft systems community4 7#c7 ,an identification of sensitive flight data that may require information security controls or protection to safeguard the operational security of such flight activity with respect to air navigation services that contain information about sensitive national security or law enforcement flights4 7#d7 ,means and service fees for the data to be shared consistent with industry standard geospatial formats4 7b7 ,coordination ,in developing the plan under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 solicit from the ,secretary of the ,interior and other departments or agencies1 as deemed necessary by the ,administrator1 information relevant to the safe operation of unmanned aircraft systems in the national airspace system2 and 7#b7 coordinate with unmanned aircraft systems industry and technical groups to identify an efficient and effective format1 method1 and cadence for providing the required data4 #haa4 ,unmanned aircraft system detection and mitigation enforcement authority 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by sections #hjc7;a7 and #hjh7;a71 is amended by adding at the end the following3 #ddhac4 ,unmanned aircraft system detection and mitigation enforcement 7a7 ,prohibition 7#a7 ,in general ,no person may operate a system or technology to detect1 identify1 monitor1 track1 or mitigate an unmanned aircraft or unmanned aircraft system in a manner that adversely impacts or interferes with safe airport operations1 navigation1 or air traffic services1 or the safe and efficient operation of the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,actions by the ,administrator ,the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration may take such action as may be necessary to address the adverse impacts or interference of operations that violate paragraph 7#a74 7#c7 ,termination ,the prohibition under paragraph 7#a7 shall not apply on or after ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7b7 ,penalties ,a person who operates a system or technology in violation of subsection 7a77#a7 is liable to the ,federal ,government for a civil penalty of not more than #be1jjj per violation4 7c7 ,rule of construction ,the term person as used in this section does not include-- 7#a7 the ,federal ,government or any bureau1 department1 instrumentality1 or other agency of the ,federal ,government2 or 7#b7 an officer1 employee1 or contractor of the ,federal ,government or any bureau1 department1 instrumentality1 or other agency of the ,federal ,government if the officer1 employee1 or contractor is authorized by the ,federal ,government or any bureau1 department1 instrumentality1 or other agency of the ,federal ,government to operate a system or technology referred to in subsection 7a77#a74 7d7 ,briefing to ,congress ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 and annually thereafter1 the ,administrator shall brief the appropriate committees of ,congress on any enforcement actions taken 7including any civil penalties imposed7 using the authority under this section4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by sections #hjc7;b7 and #hjh7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhab the following3 #ddhac4 ,unmanned aircraft system detection and mitigation enforcement4 4 #hab4 ,recreational operations of drone systems 7a7 ,in general ,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 subsection 7c77#b71 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 chapter1 such as special use airspace designations and temporary flight restrictions4 2 7#b7 in subsection 7c7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#a7 by striking organization conducting a sanctioned event and inserting organization sponsoring operations2 7,b7 by redesignating paragraph 7#b7 as paragraph 7#c72 7,c7 in paragraph 7#c7 7as so redesignated7-- 7i7 in the paragraph heading by striking weighing more than #ee pounds and inserting weighing #ee pounds or greater2 7ii7 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a71 by striking weighing more than #ee pounds and inserting weighing #ee pounds or greater2 and 7iii7 in subparagraph 7,b71 by inserting or 7#b7 after paragraph 7#a72 and 7,d7 by inserting after paragraph 7#a7 the following3 7#b7 ,operations in class g airspace ,subject to compliance with all airspace and flight restrictions and prohibitions established under this chapter1 such as special use airspace designations and temporary flight restrictions-- 7,a7 persons operating drones under subsection 7a7 from a fixed site at which the operations are sponsored by a community-based organization 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 ,administrator2 and 7,b7 persons operating drones under paragraph 7#c7 from a fixed site at which the operations are sponsored by a community-based organization may operate within ,class ,g airspace with prior authorization from the ,administrator4 2 7#c7 in subsection 7d7 by striking the subsection heading and all that follows through ,nothing in this subsection and inserting the following3 7d7 ,savings clause ,nothing in this subsection 2 7#d7 in subsection 7f77#a7 by striking updates to the operational parameters and inserting the operational limitations2 and 7#e7 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 ,,uas at institutions of higher education ,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 after paragraph 7#a7 the following3 7#b7 operated by an elementary school or secondary school for educational or research purposes2 2 and 7#b7 in subsection 7d7-- 7,a7 in paragraph 7#b71 in the matter preceding subparagraph 7,a71 by inserting an elementary school1 or a secondary school1 after 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 that term in section #haja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja74 7#d7 ,secondary school ,the term secondary school has the meaning given that term in section #haja of the ,elementary and ,secondary ,education ,act of #aife 7#bj ,u4,s4,c4 #ghja74 4 #hac4 ,,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 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 test ranges to-- 7,a7 enable a broad variety of research1 development1 testing1 and evaluation activities at the test ranges2 and 7,b7 not later than #e years after the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbc1 expand the number of test ranges1 to the extent consistent with aviation safety and efficiency1 for purposes of the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7#b7 ,designations 7,a7 ,in general ,subject to subparagraph 7,b71 the designations of test ranges under this section may include the following3 7i7 ,the #g 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 pursuant to section #bbja7;b7 of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note71 which1 except for the eligibility factors as provided in paragraph 7#c7 of this section1 shall each be subject to the requirements of this section4 7ii7 ,two additional test ranges subject to the requirements of this section1 which may be established by the ,administrator through a competitive selection process after successful conversion of test ranges established prior to the date of enactment of the ,,faa ,reauthorization ,act of #bjbc and at least #f months of data sharing demonstrating safe operations and improved use of the test range consistent with any standard established by the ,administrator through the selection process4 7,b7 ,limitation ,not more than #i test ranges shall be designated under this section at any given time4 7#c7 ,eligibility ,an applicant shall be considered eligible for designation as a test range sponsor under paragraph 7#b77;,a77ii7 based on the following criteria3 7,a7 ,the applicant shall be an instrumentality of a ,state1 a local1 tribal1 or territorial government1 or other public entity4 7,b7 ,the applicant shall be approved by the chief executive officer of the ,state1 local1 territorial1 or tribal government for the applicant's principal place of business1 prior to seeking designation by the ,administrator4 7,c7 ,the applicant shall not have been selected previously by the ,administrator to sponsor or host a test range covered by this section4 7,d7 ,the applicant shall undertake and ensure testing in innovative concepts1 technologies1 and operations that will offer new safety benefits1 including expanding advanced research and developing and retaining an advanced aviation industrial base within the ,united ,states4 7,e7 ,the applicant shall meet any other requirements established by the ,administrator in a competitive selection process4 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 pursuant to part #gc of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 for purposes of-- 7,a7 accommodating hazardous research1 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 and adoption by the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 with respect to any request for the establishment of a restricted area under this subsection4 7#c7 ,inactive restricted area 7,a7 ,in general ,in the event a restricted area established under paragraph 7#a7 is not needed to meet the requirements of the using agency 7as described in subparagraph 7,b771 the restricted area shall be inactive and revert to the controlling agency4 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 area 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 ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration and the ,department of ,defense1 as appropriate2 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 it relates to the continued development of 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 research1 development1 testing1 and evaluation of flight systems to facilitate the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's development of standards for the safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system1 which may include solutions for-- 7,a7 developing and enforcing geographic and altitude limitations2 7,b7 providing for alerts by the manufacturer regarding any hazards or limitations on flight1 including prohibition on flight as necessary2 7,c7 developing sense and avoid capabilities2 7,d7 developing technology to support communications1 navigation1 and surveillance2 7,e7 beyond visual line of sight 7,,bvlos7 operations1 nighttime operations1 operations over people1 operations involving multiple small unmanned aircraft systems1 unmanned aircraft systems traffic management1 or other critical research priorities2 and 7,f7 improving privacy protections through the use of advances in unmanned aircraft systems2 7#f7 shall coordinate periodically with all test range sponsors to ensure the test range sponsors know which data should be collected1 how data can be de-identified to flow more readily to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 what procedures should be followed1 and what research would advance efforts to safely integrate unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system2 and 7#g7 shall allow test range sponsors to receive ,federal funding 7including in-kind contributions71 other than from the ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 from test range participants in furtherance of research1 development1 and testing objectives4 7d7 ,exemption ,except as provided in subsection 7f71 the requirements of section #ddgaa 7including any related implementing regulations7 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 do the following3 7#a7 ,provide access to all interested private and public entities seeking to carry out research at the test range1 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 defined in section #c of the ,small ,business ,act 7#ae ,u4,s4,c4 #fcb774 7#b7 ,maintain operational control for all testing activities conducted at its respective test range4 7#c7 ,ensure all activities remain within the geographical boundaries and altitude limitations established for any restricted area covering the test range4 7#d7 ,ensure any activity conducted at the designated test range is not conducted in a careless or reckless manner4 7#e7 ,establish safe operating procedures for all operators approved for testing 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 ,administrator4 7#f7 ,exercise direct oversight of all operations conducted at the test range4 7#g7 ,consult with the ,administrator on the nature of planned activity at the test range and whether segregation of the airspace is required to contain the activity consistent with aviation safety4 7#h7 ,protect proprietary technology1 sensitive data1 or sensitive research of any civil or private entity when using the test range4 7#i7 ,maintain detailed records of all ongoing and completed research 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 sponsor4 7#aj7 ,make all original records available for inspection upon request by the ,administrator4 7#aa7 ,provide recommendations1 on a quarterly basis until the program terminates1 to the ,administrator to further enable public and private research and development operations at the test ranges that contribute to the ,federal ,aviation ,administration's safe integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system4 7f7 ,testing ,the ,administrator may authorize a sponsor of a test range designated under subsection 7a7 to host research1 development1 testing1 and evaluation activities other than those directly related to the integration of unmanned aircraft systems into the national airspace system1 provided that-- 7#a7 the activity is necessary to inform the development of standards or policy for integrating new types of flight systems into the national airspace system2 and 7#b7 the ,administrator waives 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 in coordination with the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems1 to enter into collaborative research and development agreements or to direct research related to unmanned aircraft systems1 including at any test range designated under subsection 7a74 7h7 ,use of ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems ,the ,administrator1 in carrying out research necessary to implement the consensus safety standards accepted under section #ddhje1 shall1 to the maximum extent practicable1 leverage the research and testing capacity and capabilities of the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems and the test ranges designated under subsection 7a74 7i7 ,clarification ,nothing in this section shall be construed as authorizing the research1 development1 testing1 evaluation1 or any other use of a system or technology for the detection or mitigation of unmanned aircraft systems 7commonly referred to as counter-,,uas7 at any test range designated under subsection 7a74 7j7 ,termination ,the program under this section shall terminate on ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 4 7b7 ,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 #had4 ,authority regarding protection of certain facilities and assets from unmanned aircraft ,section #edg of title ,v of division ,f of the ,consolidated ,appropriations ,act1 #bjbc 7,public ,law #aag-cbh7 is amended by striking ,september #cj1 #bjbc and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbf4 #hae4 ,airport safety and airspace hazard mitigation and enforcement ,section #ddhaj7;h7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking ,september #cj1 #bjbc and inserting ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 #haf4 ,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 the safe transportation of hazardous materials by unmanned aircraft systems providing common carriage under part #ace of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations1 or under other authorities1 as applicable4 7b7 ,requirement ,in implementing the authority in 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 systems2 and 7#c7 the risk profile of the transportation of hazardous materials by unmanned aircraft systems1 taking into consideration the likelihood1 if any1 that such operations will carry small quantities of hazardous materials4 7c7 ,conformity of hazardous materials regulations ,the ,secretary shall make such changes as 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 not be required before the ,secretary exercises the authority provided for in this section4 7d7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,hazardous materials ,the term hazardous materials has the meaning given that term in section #eajb of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 7#b7 ,unmanned aircraft system ,the term unmanned aircraft system has the meaning given such term in section #ddhja of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code4 ,b ,advanced ,air ,mobility #hba4 ,sense of ,congress on ,,faa leadership ,it is the sense of ,congress that-- 7#a7 the ,united ,states should take actions to position itself as a global leader in advanced air mobility2 and 7#b7 as such a global leader1 the ,,faa should-- 7,a7 prioritize its work on the type certification of aircraft2 7,b7 publish in line with its stated deadlines rulemakings and policy necessary to enable commercial operations1 such as the powered-lift ,special ,federal ,aviation ,regulation 7,,sfar72 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 operations4 #hbb4 ,aviation ,rulemaking ,committee on certification of powered-lift aircraft 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #ahj days after the date on which the first special class type certificate for powered-lift aircraft is issued1 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 for the creation of a standard certification pathway for the certification of powered-lift aircraft4 7b7 ,report 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date on which the ,committee is established under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator a report detailing the findings and recommendations of the ,committee4 7#b7 ,considerations ,in submitting the report under paragraph 7#a71 the ,committee shall consider the following3 7,a7 ,broad1 outcome-driven safety objectives that will spur innovation and technology adoption and promote the development of performance-based regulations4 7,b7 ,lessons and insights learned from previously published ,,faa special conditions and other ,federal ,register notices of airworthiness certification criteria for powered-lift aircraft4 7c7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #ij days after the date on which the ,committee submits the report to the ,administrator under subsection 7b71 the ,administrator shall initiate a rulemaking to implement the findings and recommendations of the ,committee1 as determined appropriate by the ,administrator4 #hbc4 ,application of ,national ,environmental ,policy ,act 7,,nepa7 categorical exclusions for vertiport projects 7a7 ,in general ,in considering the environmental impacts of a proposed vertiport project on an existing airport1 the ,administrator shall-- 7#a7 apply an applicable categorical exclusion 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 categorical exclusions for vertiports on an existing 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 7b7 ,definitions ,in this section3 7#a7 ,advanced air mobility2 ,,aam ,the terms advanced air mobility and ,,aam mean a transportation system that 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 in both controlled and uncontrolled airspace4 7#b7 ,vertiport ,the term vertiport means a designated location used or intended to be used to support advanced air mobility 7,,aam7 operations1 including the landing1 take-off1 loading1 taxiing1 parking1 and storage of aircraft developed for advanced air mobility 7,,aam7 operations4 #hbd4 ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,working ,group amendments ,section #b7;f7 of the ,advanced ,air ,mobility ,coordination and ,leadership ,act 7#di ,u4,s4,c4 #djaja note7 is amended-- 7#a7 in paragraph 7#a71 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 #hbe4 ,rules for operation of powered-lift aircraft 7a7 ,powered-lift aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term powered-lift aircraft means a heavier-than-air aircraft capable of vertical take-off1 vertical landing1 and low speed flight that depends principally on engine-driven lift devices or engine thrust for lift during these flight regimes and on #a or more nonrotating airfoils for lift during horizontal flight4 ,such term includes1 but is not limited to1 electric aircraft capable of vertical take-off and landing 7e,v,t,o,l74 7b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than ,december #ca1 #bjbd1 the ,administrator shall finalize a ,powered-,lift ,special ,federal ,aviation ,regulation 7,,sfar7 establishing a procedure for certifying pilots and the operation of powered-lift aircraft capable of transporting passengers and cargo4 #hbf4 ,international coordination on powered-lift aircraft 7a7 ,powered-lift aircraft plan 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #ij days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall develop a plan to facilitate the ability of the aerospace industry of the ,united ,states to efficiently operate powered-lift aircraft and export powered-lift products and articles in key markets globally4 7#b7 ,requirements ,the plan developed under paragraph 7#a7 shall include the following3 7,a7 ,an assessment of existing bilateral aviation safety agreements1 implementation procedures1 and other associated bilateral arrangements so that current and future powered-lift products and articles can utilize the most appropriate validation mechanisms and procedures for powered-lift aircraft1 products1 and articles4 7,b7 ,a description of methods to facilitate the efficient1 global acceptance of the ,,faa approach to certification of powered-lift aircraft1 products1 and articles4 7,c7 ,any other information determined appropriated by the ,administrator4 7b7 ,coordination with civil aviation authorities ,not later than #ij days after the plan is developed under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall coordinate with international civil aviation authorities in countries that have a bilateral safety agreement and implementation procedure with the ,united ,states regarding the establishment of mutual processes for efficient validation1 acceptance1 and working arrangements of certificates and approvals for powered-lift aircraft1 products1 and articles4 7c7 ,establishment of provisions ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish the mutual processes described in subsection 7b74 7d7 ,powered-lift aircraft defined ,in this section1 the term powered-lift aircraft means a heavier-than-air aircraft capable of vertical take-off1 vertical landing1 and low speed flight that depends principally on engine-driven lift devices or engine thrust for lift during these flight regimes and on #a or more nonrotating airfoils for lift during horizontal flight4 ,such term includes1 but is not limited to1 electric aircraft capable of vertical take-off and landing 7e,v,t,o,l74 #hbg4 ,advanced air mobility propulsion systems aviation rulemaking committee 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 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 for regulations covering1 with respect to small and large type certificated aircraft1 the certification and installation of-- 7#a7 electric engines and propellers2 7#b7 hybrid electric engines and propulsion systems2 7#c7 hydrogen fuel cells2 and 7#d7 hydrogen combustion engines or propulsion systems4 7b7 ,considerations ,in providing the findings and recommendations under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall consider the following3 7#a7 ,broad1 outcome-driven safety objectives that will spur innovation and technology adoption1 and promote the development of performance-based regulations4 7#b7 ,lessons and insights learned from previously published ,,faa special conditions and other ,federal ,register notices of airworthiness certification criteria for advanced air mobility 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 stand alone engine type certificates 7including highly integrated systems71 and the use of technical standards order authorizations4 7c7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date on which the ,committee is established under subsection 7a71 the ,committee shall submit to the ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the findings and recommendations described in subsection 7a74 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 the ,,faa's plans in response to the findings and recommendations contained in the report4 7e7 ,safety cooperation ,the ,administrator shall lead efforts to engage with foreign authorities to further harmonize standards for certification and installation of the products described in paragraphs 7#a7 through 7#d7 of subsection 7a74 ,,ix ,,research ,,and ,,development ,,and ,,innovative ,,aviation ,,technologies #ija4 ,advanced materials center of excellence enhancements ,section #ddeah of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a71 by striking under its structure and all that follows through the period and inserting through ,september #cj1 #bjbh1 under its structure as in effect on ,march #a1 #bjbc1 which shall focus on applied research and training on the safe use of composites and advanced materials in airframe structures4 ,the ,center shall also 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 ,the ,administrator shall award grants to the ,center within #ij days from the date the ,grants ,officer recommends a proposal for award to the ,administrator42 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 ,federal ,aviation ,administration1 the commercial aircraft industry1 including manufacturers1 commercial air carriers1 and suppliers1 and other appropriate stakeholders2 7#b7 establish goals set to advance technology1 improve engineering practices1 and facilitate continuing education in relevant areas of study1 which should include all structural materials1 such as carbon fiber polymers and thermoplastic composites1 and 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 establish criteria for 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 their personal wheelchairs in flight1 that takes into account the modeling1 engineering1 testing1 operating1 and training issues significant to all passengers and relevant stakeholders4 4 #ijb4 ,center of excellence for unmanned aircraft systems 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #haa7;a71 is amended by inserting after section #ddhac the following new section3 #ddhad4 ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems 7a7 ,in general ,during the period beginning on the date of enactment of this section1 and ending on ,september #cj1 #bjbh1 the ,administrator shall continue operation of the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems 7referred to in this section as the ,center7 under the structure of the ,center as in effect on ,january #a1 #bjbc4 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 ,,faa1 ,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 public institutions of higher education and research institutions that provide accredited bachelor's degree programs in aeronautical sciences that provide pathways to commercial pilot certifications and focus primarily on supporting pilot training for women aviators4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #haa7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhac the following3 #ddhad4 ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems4 4 #ijc4 ,a,s,s,u,r,ed safe credentialing authority 7a7 ,in general ,chapter #ddh of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 as amended by section #ijb7;a71 is amended by inserting after section #ddhad the following new section3 #ddhae4 ,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 the credentialing authority for the ,administration's program of record 7referred to in this section as ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe7 under the ,center of ,excellence for ,unmanned ,aircraft ,systems at the ,mississippi ,state ,university4 7b7 ,purposes ,the ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe credentialing authority established under subsection 7a7 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 to certify first responders' use of unmanned aircraft systems for public safety and disaster operations2 7#b7 uniform communications standards1 operational standards1 and reporting standards for civilian1 military1 and international allies and partners2 and 7#c7 any other services determined appropriate by the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration4 4 7b7 ,clerical amendment ,the analysis for chapter #ddh of such title1 as amended by section #ijb7;b71 is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddhad the following3 #ddhae4 ,a,s,s,u,r,ed ,safe ,credentialing ,authority4 4 #ijd4 ,,faa and ,,nasa advanced aviation technologies pilot program 7a7 ,pilot program 7#a7 ,establishment ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration 7in this section referred to as the ,,nasa ,administrator71 shall establish a pilot program to facilitate the appointment of individuals from ,,nasa to the ,,faa to serve in temporary technical discipline expert positions relating to advanced aviation technologies 7in this section referred to as the program74 7#b7 ,considerations ,in developing the program1 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7,a7 existing mechanisms of collaboration between ,,faa and ,,nasa relating to aeronautics programs1 advisory committees1 and work groups2 7,b7 the degree to which ,,faa and ,,nasa facilitate partnerships between subject matter experts to support the research and development1 testing1 and certification of advanced aviation technologies2 and 7,c7 how temporary appointments under the program may be best used to enhance the technical capacity of the ,,faa and technical partnerships between agencies4 7b7 ,temporary appointment of ,,nasa personnel 7#a7 ,terms and conditions ,the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,,nasa ,administrator1 shall identify qualifying projects or activities at the ,,faa that would benefit from temporary appointments of highly qualified1 experienced professionals under the program to enhance technical capacity1 knowledge1 skills1 and abilities relating to research and development1 certification1 and the safe deployment of advanced aviation technologies4 ,the ,administrator and ,,nasa ,administrator shall jointly establish the terms and conditions of service under the program and issue relevant guidelines related to the responsibilities and duration of service of participating ,,nasa personnel4 ,in approving ,,nasa personnel for participation in the program1 the ,,nasa ,administrator shall certify that the temporary appointment of such personnel shall not have an adverse impact on the post-assignment employment duties of relevant ,,nasa personnel or an undue adverse impact on the mission of the agency4 7#b7 ,special rules ,the ,administrator shall make clear that any responsibilities of ,,nasa personnel participating in the program constitute serving in temporary technical discipline expert positions at the ,,faa and are subject to ,,faa conflict-of-interest policies and supervision4 7#c7 ,rules for pay and benefits for ,,nasa personnel ,any individuals employed by ,,nasa who are participating in the program shall continue to receive pay and benefits from ,,nasa and shall not receive pay or benefits from the ,,faa for the duration of the program4 7c7 ,authority to transfer and receive resources ,in supporting the participation of ,,nasa personnel1 the ,administrator and ,,nasa ,administrator may authorize the use of ,,nasa technical services1 equipment1 software1 and facilities without reimbursement to facilitate cooperation between agencies under the program4 7d7 ,program review and report 7#a7 ,review ,the ,comptroller ,general shall conduct a comprehensive review of the program that includes evaluation of the impact of the program on improving coordination on projects and sharing of technical expertise between agencies relating to advanced aviation technologies4 7#b7 ,report ,not later than #c years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,comptroller ,general shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report containing the results of the review conducted under paragraph 7#a71 along with recommendations for such future action as the ,comptroller ,general determines appropriate4 #ije4 ,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 7a71 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 years 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 those 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 submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress an updated report on the progress of the actions described in paragraph 7#a74 4 #ijf4 ,,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 ensure 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 entity's submitted technology proposal meets requisite technology readiness levels for entry into the agreement as determined by the ,administrator4 4 #ijg4 ,hypersonic flight testing 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall establish procedures for permitting manned flights in oceanic airspace and overland flights operating with speeds in excess of ,mach #e and above for the purposes of developmental and airworthiness testing 7including demonstration flights in areas where such flights will not interfere with the safety of other aircraft or the efficient use of airspace in the national airspace system74 7b7 ,considerations ,in carrying out subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall consider-- 7#a7 the provisions of parts #ia4hag and #ia4hah of title #ad1 ,code of ,federal ,regulations2 7#b7 applications for special flight authorizations for flights operating with speeds in excess of ,mach #e1 as described in such part #ia4hah2 7#c7 the environmental impacts of developmental and airworthiness testing operations2 7#d7 whether to require applicants to include specification of proposed flight areas2 7#e7 the authorization of flights to and from spaceports and 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 hypersonic operations2 7#g7 proponent-provided data regarding the design and operational analysis of the aircraft1 as well as data regarding sonic boom overpressure2 and 7#h7 the safety of the uninvolved public4 #ijh4 ,hypersonic pathway to integration study 7a7 ,study 7#a7 ,in general ,the ,administrator shall conduct a study assessing actions necessary to facilitate the safe operation and integration of hypersonic 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 hypersonic aircraft technologies and flight2 7,b7 the identification1 development1 and collection of data required to develop certification1 flight standards1 and air traffic requirements for the deployment and integration of hypersonic aircraft2 7,c7 the development of a framework and timeline to establish the appropriate regulatory requirements for conducting hypersonic aircraft flights2 7,d7 strategic plans to improve the ,,faa's state of preparedness and response capability in advance of receiving applications to conduct hypersonic aircraft flights2 and 7,e7 a survey of global hypersonic 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 the feedback and technical expertise of the aerospace industry and other stakeholders when creating policies1 regulations1 and standards that enable the safe operation and integration of hypersonic aircraft into the national airspace system2 7,b7 opportunities for-- 7i7 demonstrating ,united ,states global leadership in aeronautics1 including hypersonic aircraft and related technologies2 and 7ii7 strengthening global harmonization in aeronautics2 and 7,c7 the development of international policies1 regulations1 and standards relating to the certification and safe operation of hypersonic aircraft4 7#d7 ,consultation ,in conducting the study under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall consult with representatives from ,federal agencies1 industry1 and other stakeholders1 including-- 7,a7 the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration2 7,b7 the ,department of ,defense2 7,c7 aircraft manufacturers2 7,d7 institutions of higher education2 and 7,e7 any other stakeholders the ,administrator determines appropriate4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #b years after the date of enactment of this ,act1 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the results of the study conducted under subsection 7a71 together with recommendations to facilitate the safe operation and integration of hypersonic aircraft into the national airspace system4 7c7 ,definition of hypersonic ,in this section1 the term hypersonic means an aircraft or flight operating at speeds in excess of ,mach #e and above4 #iji4 ,operating high-speed flights in high altitude ,class ,e airspace 7a7 ,consultation ,not later than #ab months after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator1 in consultation with the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration and relevant stakeholders1 including industry and academia1 shall identify the minimum altitude above the upper boundary of ,class ,a airspace at or above which flights operating with speeds above ,mach #a generate sonic booms that are inaudible at the surface under prevailing atmospheric conditions4 7b7 ,rulemaking ,not later than #b years after the date on which the ,administrator identifies the minimum altitude described in subsection 7a71 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 subsection 7a7 without specific authorizations1 provided that such flight operations-- 7#a7 show compliance with airworthiness requirements2 7#b7 do not cause a measurable sonic boom overpressure to reach the surface2 and 7#c7 have ordinary instrument flight rules clearances necessary to operate in controlled airspace4 #iaj4 ,electric propulsion aircraft operations study 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #abj days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 ,the study required under subsection 7a7 shall address-- 7#a7 the technical capacity and competencies needed for the ,,faa 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 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 existing capabilities of airport infrastructure as of the date of enactment of this section2 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 and 7,f7 management of infrastructure relating to hazardous materials used in hybrid and electric propulsion2 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 section1 the ,comptroller ,general 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 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 #iaa4 ,contract weather observers program ,section #bcjf of the ,,faa ,extension1 ,safety1 and ,security ,act of #bjaf 7,p4,l4 #aad-aij2 #acj ,stat4 #fda7 is amended by striking subsection 7b7 and inserting the following3 7b7 ,continued use of contract weather observers 7#a7 ,in general ,subject to paragraph 7#b71 the ,administrator may not discontinue or diminish the contract weather observer program at any airport until ,september #cj1 #bjbh4 7#b7 ,availability of new technology ,if the ,administrator determines that technology has become available that could provide equal or better service than the contract weather observer program1 the ,administrator may discontinue or diminish the contract weather observer program at any airport earlier than the date specified in paragraph 7#a71 but only if1 not later than #ahj days before the date on which the ,administrator proposes to discontinue or diminish such program at any airport1 the ,administrator notifies the appropriate committees of ,congress of such proposed action and submits information relating to the determination of the availability of such technology and the reasoning for such proposed action4 4 #iab4 ,airfield pavement technology program ,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 #iac4 ,national aviation research plan modification 7a7 ,modification of submission deadline ,section #ddeja7;c77#a7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking the date of submission and inserting the date that is #de days after the date of submission4 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 #de days after the date of submission4 #iad4 ,,faa and ,,nasa research and development coordination review 7a7 ,review 7#a7 ,in general ,not later than #a year after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,administrator of the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration 7in this section referred to as ,,nasa7 shall conduct a review of aeronautics research and development coordination between ,federal agencies and the extent to which ,,nasa and the ,,faa can improve collaboration in order to leverage each other's subject matter expertise relating to civil aviation projects4 7#b7 ,contents ,in carrying out the review under paragraph 7#a71 the ,administrator shall-- 7,a7 review 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 7,b7 assess-- 7i7 the current fiscal year1 and the #c most recent fiscal years1 of ,federal expenditures for the ,,faa and ,,nasa's research and development programs and projects2 and 7ii7 the extent to which other ,federal agencies1 industry partners1 and research organizations are involved in such programs and projects2 and 7,c7 develop recommendations for the improvement of coordination1 collaboration1 and efficiency of aeronautics research and development programs to reduce overlap between ,,nasa1 the ,,faa1 other ,federal agencies1 academia1 research organizations1 standards groups1 and industry4 7b7 ,report ,not later than #ahj days after completing the review under subsection 7a71 the ,administrator shall submit to the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on such review1 including the recommendations developed under subsection 7a77#b77;,c74 #iae4 ,research and development of ,,faa's aeronautical information systems modernization activities 7a7 ,in general ,not later than #fj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator1 in coordination with the ,john ,a4 ,volpe ,national ,transportation ,systems ,center1 shall carry out a research and development program to assist with the continuous modernization of the ,,faa's aeronautical information systems1 including1 but not limited to-- 7#a7 the ,aeronautical ,information ,management ,modernization 7,,aimm71 including the ,,faa's ,notice to ,air ,missions 7,,notam7 system2 7#b7 the ,aviation ,safety ,information ,analysis and ,sharing 7,,asias7 system2 and 7#c7 the ,service ,difficulty ,reporting ,system 7,,sdrs74 7b7 ,review and report 7#a7 ,review ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 the ,administrator shall 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 ,,faa's aeronautical information systems4 ,such review shall identify opportunities for additional coordination between the ,,faa 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 ,administrator and the appropriate committees of ,congress a report on the review conducted under paragraph 7#a71 together with such recommendations as the ,center determines appropriate4 #iaf4 ,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 following new section3 #ddebj4 ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment 7a7 ,in general ,during the period beginning on the date of enactment of this section and ending on ,september #cj1 #bjbh1 the ,administrator of the ,federal ,aviation ,administration 7in this section referred to as the ,administrator7 shall continue operation of the ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment 7in this section referred to as the ,center7 under its structure as in effect on ,january #a1 #bjbc4 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 alcohols1 organic acids1 hydrogen1 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 and 7#b7 examine the use of novel technologies and other forms of innovation to reduce noise1 emissions1 and fuel burn in commercial aircraft4 7c7 ,grant authority ,the ,administrator shall carry out the work of the ,center through the use of grants or other measures as determined appropriate by the ,administrator pursuant to section #ddeac1 including through interagency agreements 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 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 shall consider utilizing the existing capacity in aeronautics research at the ,langley ,research ,center1 ,,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 title is amended by inserting after the item relating to section #ddeai the following3 #ddebj4 ,center of ,excellence for ,alternative ,jet ,fuels and ,environment4 4 #iag4 ,aircraft ,noise ,advisory ,committee 7a7 ,establishment ,not later than #ahj days after the date of enactment of this section1 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 7,f7 institutions of higher education2 and 7,g7 the ,national ,aeronautics and ,space ,administration2 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 7,,dnl7 standard2 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 ,administrator's reason for not implementing the recommendation4 ,x ,,miscellaneous #ajja4 ,noise mitigation 7a7 ,requirements for landing and departing aircraft 7#a7 ,landing aircraft ,all aircraft landing at ,boise ,airport 7,,boi7 that will be facing west on the runway when landing on runways #aj,r and #aj,l shall travel over a circle on the ground 7the center of which is located at #dccg'de4c ,n1 #aafbd'di4c ,w1 and the radius of which is #b miles7 at an altitude of not less than #e1jjj feet when passing over such circle4 ,all aircraft approaching from the west shall fly a straight vector from the above described circle to the ,boise ,airport 7,,boi7 runway on which it is landing4 7#b7 ,departing aircraft ,all aircraft departing the ,boise ,airport 7,,boi7 to the west on runways #bh,r and #bh,l shall travel over the circle described in paragraph 7#a7 and in such a manner as the aircraft is at least #e1jjj feet in altitude as it passes over the circle4 ,all aircraft departing the ,boise ,airport 7,,boi7 to the west shall fly a straight vector from the ,boise ,airport 7,,boi7 runway the aircraft is leaving1 to the such circle and only after leaving the circle shall the aircraft change vectors4 7b7 ,applicability ,subject to subsection 7c71 this requirement shall apply to and regulate all entities and persons including1 but not limited to the ,,faa1 ,,faa ,employees and their contractors and agents1 all branches of the ,united ,states ,military1 air traffic controllers1 pilots1 co-pilots1 and all other persons and entities directing or controlling any aircraft landing at or departing ,boise ,airport 7,,boi7 in ,boise1 ,idaho4 ,this requirement shall only apply to commercial aviation1 military aviation1 and general aviation aircraft that weigh #ab1ejj pounds of maximum takeoff weight or more4 7c7 ,exception ,this regulation shall not apply during a bono fide safety emergency applicable to a single flight4 7d7 ,enforcement ,a violation of this section shall be a misdemeanor and violators shall be liable for civil damages4 ,,xi ,,technical ,,corrections #aaja4 ,technical corrections 7a7 ,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 7b7 ,civil penalty ,section #ddgjd7;f7 of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended by striking subsection 7a77#f7 and inserting subsection 7d77#c74 7c7 ,sunset of rule ,section #ddgbi of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 by striking subsection 7d72 and 7#b7 by redesignating subsections 7e7 through 7h7 as 7d7 through 7g71 respectively4 7d7 ,public disclosure of information ,section #ddgce of title #di1 ,united ,states ,code1 is amended-- 7#a7 in subsection 7a7-- 7,a7 in the matter preceding paragraph 7#a71 by inserting 1 nor by any agency receiving information from the ,administrator1 after ,federal ,aviation ,administration2 and 7,b7 in paragraph 7#b71 by inserting or for any other purpose regarding the development and implementation of a safety management system acceptable to the ,administrator before the period at the end2 and 7#b7 by adding at the end the following new subsection3 7d7 ,applicability to the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board ,this section shall not be construed to limit the ,national ,transportation ,safety ,board's accident or incident investigation authority under chapter #aa of this title1 including the requirement to not disclose voluntarily provided safety-related information under section #aaad4 4